The 2024 NFL season has reached its Thanksgiving crossroads.
The nice groups will start to prep for his or her push to the playoffs. The center-of-the-road groups will attempt to map out a option to make the wild-card spherical. The dangerous groups will look ahead to how they’ll get higher in 2025.
Followers will lock in from right here on to see how the remainder of the season unfolds. There are three video games on Thursday, one recreation on Friday, a significant slate on Sunday after which the Monday evening recreation. There’s loads of motion nonetheless to come back.
As followers look forward, let’s take a second to see how the groups are stacked up going into Week 13 of the common season.
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1. Detroit Lions (10-1)
Detroit Lions working again Jahmyr Gibbs reacts after a 5-yard dashing landing in the course of the second half towards the Indianapolis Colts Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photograph/AJ Mast)
There’s no offense higher than the Lions. And whereas the outdated adage says protection wins championships, there aren’t any indicators of slowing this workforce down. If Jared Goff isn’t throwing for 400 yards, the Lions will simply kill you within the working recreation. And if Sam LaPorta ever will get going, look out.
Final week: 1
2. Buffalo Payments (9-2)
Buffalo Payments quarterback Josh Allen runs onto the sphere earlier than a recreation towards the Kansas Metropolis Chiefs Nov. 17, 2024, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photograph/Jeffrey T. Barnes)
The Payments are the perfect workforce within the AFC — sure, higher than the Chiefs — however they’re a recreation behind the Chiefs for the No. 1 seed. They want Kansas Metropolis to stumble to get that high seed.
Final week: 2
3. Philadelphia Eagles (9-2)
Philadelphia Eagles working again Kenneth Gainwell (14) is congratulated by working again Saquon Barkley (26) after scoring towards the Los Angeles Rams in the course of the second half in Inglewood, Calif., Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. (AP Photograph/Ryan Solar)
Saquon Barkley has modified this workforce and brought all of the stress off Jalen Hurts. That protection isn’t so dangerous both.
Final week: 4
4. Kansas Metropolis Chiefs (10-1)
Kansas Metropolis Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) passes within the pocket towards the Carolina Panthers in the course of the first half of a recreation Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photograph/Rusty Jones)
Kansas Metropolis won’t have the right document it as soon as did, however it might have one thing even higher during the last three weeks. Patrick Mahomes is lastly beginning to seem like himself. The midseason addition of DeAndre Hopkins has reenergized the workforce’s passing recreation. When the Chiefs have that, they’ll beat anyone, particularly at dwelling. So long as they maintain tempo with Buffalo within the dwelling stretch of the season, and end with the No. 1 seed, nobody must be favored towards an efficient Patrick Mahomes simply but.
Final week: 3
5. Baltimore Ravens (8-4)
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson walks off the sphere after a win over the Los Angeles Chargers Monday, Nov. 25, 2024, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photograph/Ryan Solar)
Lamar Jackson continues to be one of many distinctive and infrequently unstoppable gamers of the NFL. Whereas a lot of the eye going into Monday evening’s recreation centered across the Harbaugh brothers’ teaching matchup, Jackson ended up placing collectively a efficiency full of spotlight reel-worthy moments.
The star quarterback managed to duplicate a viral play from his highschool soccer days when he stepped again on the objective line on a landing run in the course of the Ravens win over the Los Angeles Chargers. Whereas the Chargers managed to take a 10-0 first quarter lead, Ravens working again Derrick Henry rapidly started making his presence felt.
Just a few runs from Henry that went 10 yards or extra helped change the momentum of Monday evening’s recreation. Henry completed the sport with 140 dashing yards. The Ravens wanted to bounce again from final week’s loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers, they usually did simply that in primetime in Southern California.
Final week: 6
6. Inexperienced Bay Packers (8-3)
Inexperienced Bay Packers working again Josh Jacobs (8) celebrates a landing in the course of the second half towards the San Francisco 49ers Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024 in Inexperienced Bay, Wis. (AP Photograph/Morry Gash)
The Packers took benefit of a depleted 49ers workforce, which is strictly what they have been alleged to do. They’ve the benefit towards the Dolphins on Thanksgiving evening as a result of the Dolphins wrestle within the chilly. The Packers are the second-best workforce in their very own division, however that’s hardly one thing to complain about.
Final week: 9
7. Minnesota Vikings (9-2)
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold (14) throws a go in the course of the first half of a recreation towards the Chicago Bears Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Chicago. (AP Photograph/Charles Rex Arbogast)
The Vikings squandered a 14-point lead within the fourth to come back away with considerably of a miracle victory of their very own. A win is a win, and it’s spectacular {that a} workforce that performs indoors discovered a option to deal with enterprise within the Windy Metropolis. However, for some motive, this smells so much like 2022.
Final week: 7
8. Pittsburgh Steelers (8-3)
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson throws a Hail Mary go on the ultimate play of the sport towards the Cleveland Browns Nov. 21, 2024, in Cleveland. The Browns gained 24-19. (AP Photograph/David Richard)
Their matchup towards the Browns was all the time going to be a tricky recreation for the Steelers. But it felt just like the Steelers let this one slip by means of their grasp. They went 1-3 on fourth down, gained the turnover battle 3-1 and outgained the Browns 368-304, but nonetheless misplaced 24-19. With the Ravens beating the Chargers Monday, the Steelers’ subsequent recreation towards the Bengals is pivotal to keep up their slender AFC North lead.
Final week: 5
9. Los Angeles Chargers (7-4)
Baltimore Ravens cornerback Brandon Stephens (21) sacks Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) in the course of the second half Monday, Nov. 25, 2024, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photograph/Ryan Solar)
Jim Harbaugh giveth, and Jim Harbaugh taken away. As robust of a loss because the Chargers had Monday evening, they’re nonetheless primed and in place to do some harm within the playoffs. Extensive receiver Quentin Johnston might be on discover for a disastrous evening of drops. But when he can determine it out, Los Angeles might boast probably the most full offenses exterior of Kansas Metropolis.
Final week: 8
10. Denver Broncos (7-5)
Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix (10) warms previous to a recreation towards the Las Vegas Raiders Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Las Vegas. (AP Photograph/John Locher)
Bo Nix was the punchline of the NFL Draft, and he is made opposing groups his punching bag just a few occasions. Nix has been the perfect rookie quarterback on this yr’s draft class during the last month. However how a lot of it’s pure underestimated expertise and motivation, and the way a lot is the management of Sean Peyton? Both means, each will get their fair proportion of credit score in the event that they maintain this up.
Final week: 13
11. Houston Texans (7-5)
Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud stands on the sphere after a loss towards the Tennessee Titans Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Houston. (AP Photograph/Ashley Landis)
The Texans nonetheless sit atop the division, however a loss to the Titans gained’t assist them within the last stretch of the season as they put together to face a few of their largest challengers. C.J. Stroud, who has extra interceptions in 12 video games than he did his total rookie season, might want to clear it up when the Texans tackle the Chiefs and Ravens in a brief week throughout Christmas.
Final week: 10
12. Washington Commanders (7-5)
Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) is tackled by Dallas Cowboys linebacker DeMarvion Overshown (13), left, and defensive finish Chauncey Golston (99) in the course of the second half Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Landover, Md. (AP Photograph/Stephanie Scarbrough)
Issues are going nowhere rapidly for the Commanders, who’ve misplaced three straight. It is going to be as much as Jayden Daniels to get issues circled and reassert himself because the chief within the Offensive Rookie Of Yr race that Bo Nix is now main.
Final week: 11
13. Seattle Seahawks (6-5)
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) and huge receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba (11) rejoice after a landing in the course of the first half towards the Arizona Cardinals Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Seattle. (AP Photograph/Jason Redmond)
The NFC West goes to come back right down to the wire this yr, and it’s all about getting scorching on the proper time. That’s what seems to be occurring with the Seahawks, who’ve now gained back-to-back video games after taking down the division rival Cardinals to take first place within the division.
Whereas it wasn’t something to write down dwelling about offensively, the Seahawks’ protection contained Kyler Murray & Co. all recreation lengthy, holding them to 6 factors. We all know what Geno Smith can do when he’s scorching, however this protection underneath head coach Mike Macdonald is popping up of late, which is all the time a very good signal for a playoff-hungry workforce.
Final week: 15
14. Arizona Cardinals (6-5)
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) appears to be like to throw in the course of the second half towards the Seattle Seahawks Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Seattle. (AP Photograph/Jason Redmond)
Simply when it regarded just like the Cardinals couldn’t be stopped with the ball in Kyler Murray’s fingers, the Seahawks determined to place an finish to their three-game dropping streak to take first place within the NFC West. This might very effectively be a blip for the Cardinals, however it will likely be attention-grabbing to see how they reply this week towards a Minnesota Vikings workforce in an identical playoff hunt.
Final week: 12
15. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (5-6)
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield celebrates his landing run towards the New York Giants in the course of the first half Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photograph/Wealthy Schultz)
They ended a four-game dropping skid popping out of their bye, they’re getting more healthy and the schedule forward appears favorable.
Final week: 18
16. Atlanta Falcons (6-5)
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins (18) passes towards the Denver Broncos in the course of the second half Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024, in Denver. (AP Photograph/David Zalubowski)
They need to be rested and prepared for a playoff push after their bye.
Final week: 16
17. Miami Dolphins (5-6)
Miami Dolphins working again De’Von Achane (28) celebrates his landing with quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) in the course of the first half towards the New England Patriots Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photograph/Lynne Sladky)
Miami regarded useless within the water after Tua Tagovailoa had one other concussion early within the season, however they’ve bounced again with a three-game successful streak, although they haven’t crushed any groups above .500 this season. They’ve an enormous Thanksgiving evening showdown towards the Inexperienced Bay Packers.
Final week: 20
18. San Francisco 49ers (5-6)
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan yells towards an official in the course of the first half towards the Inexperienced Bay Packers Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024 in Inexperienced Bay, Wis. (AP Photograph/Matt Ludtke)
This a workforce able to make one other playoff run, however the panic meter for Niners followers is excessive after they dropped back-to-back video games and obtained blown out on the street by the Packers.
Granted, Brandon Allen coming in for the injured Brock Purdy doesn’t assist issues once you’re looking for the correct components. Nevertheless it’s secure to say now that head coach Kyle Shanahan must make some massive modifications as a result of the present components doesn’t appear sustainable to achieve the playoffs.
That mentioned, the 49ers are 5-6 on this shut NFC West race with sufficient video games left to proper the ship. Nevertheless it must occur rapidly with the surging Payments on the schedule subsequent.
Final week: 14
19. Los Angeles Rams (5-6)
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford speaks at a information convention after a recreation towards the Philadelphia Eagles in Inglewood, Calif., Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. (AP Photograph/Mark J. Terrill)
The duty of containing Saquon Barkley has baffled many NFL defenses this yr, together with the Rams. At 5-6, although, the Rams are nonetheless within the NFC West hunt, they usually have the correct items to take action offensively. They’ve a positive matchup towards the Saints earlier than video games towards the Payments and 49ers.
Final week: 17
20. Cincinnati Bengals (4-7)
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow rolls out in the course of the first half towards the Los Angeles Chargers Nov. 17, 2024, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photograph/Eric Thayer)
Joe Burrow obtained off to a gradual begin, however the star quarterback has performed effectively because the season has gone on. However the Cincinnati Bengals have usually did not execute at crucial moments in video games.
That failure has appeared to harm the Bengals’ makes an attempt to shut out video games this yr. Cincinnati has a 1-6 document in one-score video games this yr. The Bengals teaching employees doubtless used the bye week to self-scout and work out methods to appropriate the workforce’s late-game misfortunes. The Bengals host the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 13. The AFC North matchup will doubtless have an effect on four-win Cincinnati’s playoff hopes.
Final week: 19
21. Indianapolis Colts (5-7)
Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen talks to quarterback Anthony Richardson (5) in the course of the second half towards the Detroit Lions Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photograph/AJ Mast)
The Colts’ protection is holding it collectively for an offense that simply can’t appear to determine it out. Indy restricted the Lions to a 24-6 win Sunday, and, on the intense facet, the schedule power for the remainder of the season might play to Colts’ benefit.
Final week: 21
22. Chicago Bears (4-7)
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams speaks throughout a information convention after his workforce’s time beyond regulation loss to the Minnesota Vikings Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Chicago. (AP Photograph/Erin Hooley)
It’s clear the change at offensive coordinator is doing wonders for this membership. DJ Moore is getting the ball, and Caleb Williams is exhibiting what he can do. It’s in all probability too late to salvage the season, but when the Bears can finish on a excessive be aware, there’s motive for pleasure.
Final week: 22
23. New Orleans Saints (4-7)
New Orleans Saints interim head coach Darren Rizzi watches as his workforce warms up beforea recreation towards the Cleveland Browns in New Orleans Nov. 17, 2024. (AP Photograph/Gerald Herbert)
The bye gave interim coach Darren Rizzi an opportunity to gather himself and plan somewhat bit. Let’s have a look at what he can do as he tries to earn the job for subsequent season.
Final week: 23
24. Dallas Cowboys (4-7)
Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy solutions questions throughout a press convention after a recreation towards the Washington Commanders Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Landover, Md. The Cowboys gained 34-26. (AP Photograph/Stephanie Scarbrough)
Indicators of life! After all, Jerry Jones needed to spoil the nice occasions by floating the thought of a Mike McCarthy contract extension. Oy vey.
Final week: 24
25. Cleveland Browns (3-8)
Cleveland Browns working again Nick Chubb (24) celebrates a landing with quarterback Jameis Winston (5) and tight finish Blake Whiteheart (86) within the second half towards the Pittsburgh Steelers Nov. 21, 2024, in Cleveland. (AP Photograph/Sue Ogrocki)
Jameis Winston is perhaps probably the most entertaining gamers in soccer. Each interview is must-see TV, and each pregame speech is superior. On high of that, Winston has made the Browns’ offense useful once more. Regardless of the Browns buying and selling away huge receiver Amari Cooper, Winston is transferring the ball higher than Deshaun Watson did and is giving the Browns an opportunity to win each recreation. His efficiency towards the Steelers throughout a snowstorm might be one of many highlights of the Browns’ season.
Final week: 27
26. Tennessee Titans (3-8)
Tennessee Titans quarterback Will Levis (8) appears to be like to throw in the course of the first half towards the Houston Texans Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Houston. (AP Photograph/Ashley Landis)
Nobody was anticipating it, however the Titans have been joyful to stroll away with a win over the Texans this weekend, one which gave them one other likelihood at avoiding what might be a third-straight dropping season. Eight sacks and three turnovers weren’t sufficient for the Texans to capitalize on. The offense regarded the perfect it has all season, scoring a season excessive in factors, and Will Levis regarded stable.
Final week: 29
27. New York Jets (3-8)
New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers walks off the sphere after the Jets misplaced a recreation to the Indianapolis Colts Nov. 17, 2024, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photograph/Adam Starvation)
The Jets need to be thought of one of many largest disappointments within the NFL previously 10 years. This can be a workforce that talked about successful the Tremendous Bowl within the preseason. Now, they’re 3-8, have fired their head coach and usually tend to get the No. 1 decide within the draft than make the playoffs. Woof.
Final week: 25
28. Carolina Panthers (3-8)
Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Younger runs out of the pocket towards the Kansas Metropolis Chiefs in the course of the first half Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photograph/Rusty Jones)
Bryce Younger is taking part in significantly better, and if he finishes robust, this season might be thought of a hit whatever the workforce’s document.
Final week: 28
29. New England Patriots (3-9)
Miami Dolphins linebacker Emmanuel Ogbah (91) goes after New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (10) in the course of the second half Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photograph/Wilfredo Lee)
This was all the time going to be a rebuilding yr for the Patriots, however followers should be inspired by the play of rookie quarterback Drake Maye. New England is on observe to earn one other excessive draft decide, and it wants to search out an explosive offensive playmaker to present its younger QB some higher choices within the passing recreation.
Final week: 26
30. Jacksonville Jaguars (2-9)
Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) talks with Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence after a recreation Nov. 17, 2024, in Detroit. (AP Photograph/Carlos Osorio)
The Jaguars haven’t been nice with Trevor Lawrence, however they’re even worse with out him. After an absolute blowout towards the Lions earlier than coming into their bye week, the Jags are hopeful Lawrence is perhaps prepared for a must-win recreation towards the Texans this week. He’s missed the final two video games with a sprained left shoulder, however he attended apply Monday.
Final week: 30
31. Las Vegas Raiders (2-9)
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Gardner Minshew (15) is helped off the sphere after an harm towards the Denver Broncos in the course of the second half Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Las Vegas. (AP Photograph/Rick Scuteri)
Antonio Pierce would not have a lot expertise on his roster to work with, however shut aggressive losses towards stable groups with this roster could find yourself being the perfect consequence for his prospects for a second full season as the pinnacle coach.
Final week: 32
32. New York Giants (2-9)
Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive sort out Calijah Kancey (94) hits New York Giants quarterback Tommy DeVito (15) after a go in the course of the second half Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photograph/Seth Wenig)
Blow all of it up and begin over. Once more.
Final week: 31
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