Buffalo Bills and Minnesota Vikings rise in NFL power rankings for Week 8
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 26, 2026, 12:47 PM
Last updated Oct 26, 2026
The NFL power rankings have seen significant shifts following Week 7 results. The Buffalo Bills lead the rankings, bolstered by Josh Allen's impressive performance and a 5-1 record. The Minnesota Vikings, still undefeated at 5-0, are in second place despite facing a challenging schedule ahead. Other notable mentions include the San Francisco 49ers, who fell to fourth after a disappointing game against Atlanta. The rankings reflect a season filled with unexpected outcomes as teams prepare for critical matchups in the upcoming weeks.
- •Buffalo Bills ranked first with a 5-1 record.
- •Minnesota Vikings remain undefeated at 5-0.
- •San Francisco 49ers drop to fourth place.
- •Chicago Bears climb to fifth with strong offense.
- •Kansas City Chiefs fall to third after critical game.
- 12:47 PMYahoo Sports — NFL power rankings: Bills, Vikings scary at top; 49ers, Patriots, Packers plunge for Week 8
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