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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers (7-6) host the struggling Atlanta Falcons (4-9) in a crucial Week 15 NFC South matchup, with Tampa Bay needing a win to keep playoff hopes alive while Atlanta continues rebuilding after a season-ending collapse.
December 10, 2025
As the NFL playoff race heats up, the struggles of the league's bottom teams have become increasingly apparent. This article examines the power rankings of teams ranked from 32 to 17, highlighting their recent performances and playoff aspirations. With the clock ticking down on the season, find out which teams are out of contention and which still have a chance to turn their fortunes around.
The Seattle Seahawks dominated the Atlanta Falcons 37-9 behind Sam Darnold's three touchdown passes and a spectacular 100-yard kickoff return by Rashid Shaheed. Jaxon Smith-Njigba caught two touchdown passes while Bijan Robinson led Atlanta with 94 total yards in the loss.
December 8, 2025
As the NFL season enters its final weeks, playoff implications are intensifying for teams at the bottom of the standings. This Week 14 Power Rankings article breaks down the current state of struggling franchises from #32 to #17, highlighting their recent performances and postseason chances. Discover which teams have been eliminated from contention and who might still have a glimmer of hope amidst the mounting pressure.
December 4, 2025
The New York Jets defeated the Atlanta Falcons 27-24 in an exciting Week 13 matchup, with Tyrod Taylor leading a late comeback including a game-winning field goal. Bijan Robinson starred for Atlanta with 193 total yards from scrimmage, while Adonai Mitchell provided a 52-yard touchdown for the Jets.
December 1, 2025
In this week's NFL Power Rankings, we examine the tumultuous landscape of the league's bottom half, where young quarterbacks and rebuilding efforts dominate the narrative. The Titans and Giants find themselves firmly in rebuilding mode, while emerging teams like the Texans and Cowboys are igniting late-season playoff hopes. Join us as we dive into the rankings and assess each team's path as they jockey for position in the final weeks of the season.
November 25, 2025
The Atlanta Falcons defeated the New Orleans Saints 24-10 in a crucial NFC South matchup. Kirk Cousins threw for 199 yards and 2 touchdowns, including a 49-yard scoring strike to Darnell Mooney in the fourth quarter. Bijan Robinson added 70 rushing yards and 37 receiving yards for Atlanta. Despite Tyler Shough's 243 passing yards, the Saints fell to 2-9 while the Falcons improved to 4-7.
November 24, 2025
Week 12 of the NFL season brought a mix of intense performances, unexpected injuries, and surprising upsets as teams push toward playoff contention. In this article, we break down the week’s power rankings for teams positioned from 32 to 17, highlighting their recent struggles and triumphs on the field. From the Titans' narrow defeat to the Texans to the Jaguars' commanding win over the Chargers, explore where each team stands after another thrilling weekend of football.
November 19, 2025
The Atlanta Falcons' aspirations for the 2025 season took a severe blow following a devastating knee injury to young quarterback Michael Penix Jr. After sustaining an aggravation of a pre-existing bone bruise and potentially damaging his ACL, Penix is expected to miss the remainder of the season. With veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins stepping in, the Falcons must adapt their strategy to navigate the challenges ahead and sustain playoff hopes amidst a tumultuous season.
November 18, 2025
Bryce Young threw for 448 yards and 3 touchdowns as the Carolina Panthers defeated the Atlanta Falcons 30-27 in overtime, with rookie Tetairoa McMillan catching 8 passes for 130 yards and 2 TDs in a thrilling divisional matchup.
November 17, 2025
As Week 11 of the NFL season unfolds, surprising upsets and statement wins could significantly alter playoff trajectories. This article delves into the power rankings for the bottom half of the league, highlighting struggling teams that are starting to show improvement alongside those continuing to falter. With Thanksgiving approaching, it's a critical time for teams to establish momentum and position themselves for the postseason.
November 12, 2025
Jonathan Taylor dominated with 244 rushing yards and 3 touchdowns as the Indianapolis Colts defeated the Atlanta Falcons 31-25 in overtime. Despite strong performances from Michael Penix Jr. and Drake London, the Falcons fell to 3-6 while the Colts improved to 8-2.
November 10, 2025
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