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NFL power rankings place Seattle Seahawks at top for 2026 season

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Last updated Sep 8, 2026

NFL power rankings place Seattle Seahawks at top for 2026 season

Summary

The 2026 NFL regular season begins this week with a schedule featuring a Super Bowl rematch between the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks on Wednesday. Following that contest, the San Francisco 49ers play the Los Angeles Rams in Australia on Thursday. Heading into these matchups, the Seattle Seahawks hold the top spot in the league's initial power rankings, narrowly leading the Los Angeles Rams. The rankings categorize teams into three tiers based on early season expectations for playoff contention and championship potential. While 16 teams are identified as primary contenders, other organizations are facing questions regarding roster stability and quarterback performance. League play continues throughout the weekend as teams look to establish their positions in the standings following the season opener.

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By the Numbers

•Seattle Seahawks open the season ranked first, followed by the Los Angeles Rams.
•The 2026 NFL season begins with the New England Patriots facing the Seattle Seahawks on Wednesday.
•San Francisco 49ers meet the Los Angeles Rams in Australia on Thursday.
•Sixteen teams are categorized as primary contenders, while others like the Cleveland Browns and Miami Dolphins are grouped in the lower tier.

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4:36 PMYahoo Sports — NFL power rankings, Week 1: Separating the contenders from the rest
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