NFL grades from A to F for each team after first quarter of season

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Last updated Oct 13, 2026

NFL grades from A to F for each team after first quarter of season
Summary

The NFL regular season reached its first quarter as of October 13, 2026. Teams have played various numbers of games, with the Kansas City Chiefs, San Francisco 49ers, and Minnesota Vikings remaining undefeated, while the Miami Dolphins, Los Angeles Chargers, and Tennessee Titans have yet to secure a win. Grades for teams show a wide range of performances, with the Baltimore Ravens and Buffalo Bills both earning B+ ratings for their strong starts, while the Arizona Cardinals and Dallas Cowboys received lower marks of D and C-, respectively. Several injuries could impact team performances going forward, particularly with key players like Caleb Williams and Lamar Jackson.

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  • •Kansas City Chiefs, San Francisco 49ers, Minnesota Vikings are undefeated.
  • •Miami Dolphins, Los Angeles Chargers, Tennessee Titans still seek first win.
  • •Baltimore Ravens and Buffalo Bills both at 4-1, earning B+ grades.
  • •Arizona Cardinals graded D with a record of 1-4.
  • •Injuries to key players may affect future games.
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  • 4:17 AMYahoo Sports — NFL grades from A to F for all 32 teams after first quarter of season
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The first quarter of the NFL season is over. We grade every team from the undefeated Chiefs to the winless ones.

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