Rams struggle in loss to Cardinals; Texans rise in power rankings

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Rams struggle in loss to Cardinals; Texans rise in power rankings
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The Rams fell to a 2-4 record after a narrow 18-16 defeat to the Cardinals, losing a last-second field goal in what was seen as a critical game for their season. Injuries have plagued the team, including a significant loss of receiver Davante Adams for 6-10 weeks due to a hamstring issue. In contrast, the Texans climbed eight spots in the power rankings following a win in London against the Jaguars, showcasing the performance of quarterback C.J. Stroud. The Rams now sit at 18th in power rankings and face a crucial upcoming schedule that includes games against the Raiders and Chargers, where they need at least a 3-1 record to keep playoff hopes alive.

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  • •Rams drop to 2-4 after loss to Cardinals
  • •Davante Adams out for 6-10 weeks due to injury
  • •Texans win in London, jump eight spots in rankings
  • •Rams face critical upcoming matches against Raiders and Chargers
  • •C.J. Stroud shines for Texans in win over Jaguars
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Pete Prisco shares his Week 7 Power Rankings for the 2026 NFL season, including some big risers and fallers

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