NFL teams assessed ahead of Week 6 with defensive struggles highlighted
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Last updated Oct 13, 2026
As Week 6 approaches, an assessment of NFL teams has been conducted, ranking them from 1 to 32 based on their performance so far this season. Each team’s biggest defensive issue has also been identified, shedding light on areas in need of improvement. This analysis provides insights into how teams may adjust moving forward amidst these struggles, as the season progresses and playoff aspirations intensify. The rankings reflect current standings and the defensive challenges each team faces heading into a critical point in the season.
- •All NFL teams ranked from 1 to 32 ahead of Week 6
- •Each team’s major defensive problem identified
- •Assessment reflects teams' standings and current performances
- •Insights on adjustments teams may need to make
- •Playoff implications increase as the season progresses
- 12:18 PMESPN — Our weekly NFL Power Rankings: 1-32 poll, plus the biggest defensive issue for each team
"How does every NFL team stack up heading into Week 6? We made our 1-32 list and picked the biggest defensive problem for every team.
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