Bleacher Report ranks NFC North as second-toughest division in NFL
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 2:55 AM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
As of July 27, 2026, Bleacher Report has ranked the NFC North as the second-toughest division in the NFL. The division's competitiveness is evident, with only two games separating the Chicago Bears, who finished first, and the Detroit Lions, who were last. Last season, the Green Bay Packers reached the playoffs as a wild card, while the Minnesota Vikings ended with a five-game winning streak. Minnesota's potential for improvement rests on their quarterback situation as they aim for a playoff berth. All teams in the division could contend for postseason spots in 2026, making divisional matchups crucial for determining the champion.
- •Chicago Bears finished first with an 11-6 record last season.
- •Minnesota Vikings recorded nine wins and a five-game winning streak.
- •Green Bay Packers made playoffs as a wild card.
- •All four teams are viewed as potential playoff threats.
- •Minnesota aims for better quarterback stability in 2026.
- 2:55 AMYahoo Sports — Bleacher Report shows respect to the NFC North in rankings
"The NFC North is viewed as one of the toughest divisions in the NFL heading into 2026.
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