💪NFL Power Rankings - Week 5: Every team's non-QB MVP so far🏈
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Previous rank: 1
Zack Baun. The Eagles' offense isn't quite there, but the defense is picking up the slack. Baun building off last year's All-Pro breakout is a big reason why.
James Cook. He tops all running backs with five rushing scores and ranks second only to Jonathan Taylor with 401 yards. It's long past time that Cook gets his due as one of the best in the game.
Amon-Ra St. Brown. The Lions' offense hasn't missed a beat after the offseason coordinator change. Having an elite target like St. Brown definitely helps. He already has a league-leading six receiving touchdowns.
Puka Nacua. It's still early, but Nacua could be chasing history this year. The Rams star is somehow on a 17-game pace for 178 catches and 2,137 yards. Those numbers would shatter the NFL's single-season records.
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Previous rank: 4
Quentin Johnston. Once labeled a first-round bust, Johnston is having a breakout third year that has ignited the Chargers' passing game. His 337 yards and four touchdowns have gone a long way toward compensating for Ladd McConkey's quiet start.
Xavier Worthy. I'm not a huge fan of making MVP cases by what things look like when a player isn't on the field, but this is a unique case. It's no coincidence that the Chiefs' offense took off when Worthy returned from injury to face the Ravens.
Micah Parsons. The Cowboys provided some cause for concern, but the Packers' defense had been one of the best units in football beforehand. Parsons' arrival was, unsurprisingly, the catalyst for that development.
Emeka Egbuka. Chris Godwin didn't make his season debut until Week 4, stepping in just as Mike Evans started what could be a multi-game absence. The Bucs' receiving corps could have been in trouble if it weren't for Egbuka immediately emerging as a superstar.
Jonathan Taylor. With the Colts' offense finally finding stability under Daniel Jones, their run game has taken off. Taylor has a league-best 414 rushing yards and is the early front-runner for Offensive Player of the Year.
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Previous rank: 14
Jaxon Smith-Njigba. The Seahawks' signing of Cooper Kupp felt like a bit of a weird fit alongside Smith-Njigba, who had also always done his best work out of the slot. However, Smith-Njigba has taken his game to yet another level in Year 3, dominating regardless of where he lines up.
Dorance Armstrong. The Commanders needed to improve their pass rush this season, and Armstrong answered the call. The 28-year-old is off to the best start of his career, recording three sacks and leading all qualified defensive linemen in pressure rate, according to Next Gen Stats.
Devin Lloyd. Jacksonville's defense has been better than anyone could have expected. Lloyd, tied for the league lead with three interceptions, has a significant role in that charge.
Fred Warner. Warner has long been one of the NFL's best players. A linebacker with a nose for the football and the coverage skills of a safety is basically a cheat code for the 49ers' defense.
Garett Bolles. An outstanding offensive line is the foundation for everything the Broncos do on that side of the ball. Bolles only seems to be getting better with age, as he's been one of the NFL's most consistent pass-blocking left tackles.
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Previous rank: 16
DK Metcalf. Pittsburgh's big move at receiver is paying off, as Metcalf has touchdowns in each of the last three games. His 126-yard day against the Vikings is a sign of what's possible as he and Aaron Rodgers get more reps together.
Jordan Mason. The Vikings' quarterback play wasn't exactly a highlight of the opening month. Fortunately for this offense, the Mason acquisition has provided a much-needed boost to the ground game. He's a top-10 running back by rush yards over expected.
Rome Odunze. Caleb Williams has a new No. 1 receiver. Odunze is showing all the traits that made him a top-10 pick in last year's draft, posting 296 yards and five touchdowns through four games.
Kyle Hamilton. The defense may be crumbling around him, but Hamilton remains football's best safety. It might not be all that close, either.
Will Anderson Jr. Continuing to take steps to become one of the NFL's best pass-rushers, Anderson posted sacks in each of Houston's first three games. He's also tied for the league lead with 22 pressures.
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Previous rank: 21
George Pickens. The Cowboys' offense needed a big-play threat on the outside, and Pickens has provided precisely that. CeeDee Lamb's recent injury also makes Pickens' presence that much more valuable.
Bijan Robinson. The Falcons' offense is having an up-and-down start, but Robinson brings it every week. His do-it-all skill set might be as close as it gets to Christian McCaffrey, and he's already produced a pair of 100-yard receiving games.
Christian Barmore. Don't let traditional box score stats fool you here because Barmore has picked up right where he left off before last season's health issues. He leads all interior defensive linemen in pressure rate this campaign at 16.1%.
Trey McBride. The Cardinals aren't quite getting what they need from the receiver position, as Marvin Harrison Jr. is still searching for consistency. Having one of the NFL's premier tight ends certainly helps.
Brian Burns. The Giants' pass rush is starting to come together, and Burns is the leader of that talented group. He's gotten to the quarterback in each of New York's four games, tying for the league lead with five sacks.
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Previous rank: 24
Myles Garrett. This one is a bit of a layup. Garrett might be the best player in football, regardless of position. He's again been a nightmare for opponents to block this campaign, ranking second among defensive linemen in pressure rate.
Maxx Crosby. Not only is Crosby the kind of player who opposing teams have to double-team in pass protection, but they'd probably be better off just not running to his side of the formation. Crosby was single-handedly blowing up one play after another in Week 4 against the Bears.
De'Von Achane. He may not be a traditional feature back, but Achane is the centerpiece of Mike McDaniel's offense. Even when the run game is overwhelmed, he makes his presence felt as a high-volume receiver out of the backfield.
Trey Hendrickson. Hendrickson is maintaining his level of play despite getting no help from the rest of the defense. Considering this season is already going down the drain without Joe Burrow, now may be the time to trade Hendrickson for assets that can help rebuild a brutal roster.
Tetairoa McMillan. The Panthers still have a long way to go elsewhere on offense, but at least Bryce Young now has a true No. 1 wideout. McMillan leads the team with 278 receiving yards, while no other pass-catcher has topped the century mark.
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Previous rank: 29
Garrett Wilson. Whichever quarterback the Jets end up drafting early next year is going to love throwing to Wilson. The former first-rounder's production of 311 yards (sixth) and three touchdowns (tied for eighth) is even more impressive given he's the only real threat in a flawed passing game.
Jeffery Simmons. It's been business as usual for the Titans' best player. Simmons is dominating no matter what else is going on around him, sitting one back of Barmore for tops among interior defensive linemen in pressures.
DeMario Davis. Look no further for the Saints' most attractive trade chip leading up to the deadline. Davis is still playing the run at a high level in his age-36 season. He set a new career high with 136 tackles in 2024, and he's on a 17-game pace for 161 this year.
Dan Wilkins is theScore's senior NFL writer.
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1. Philadelphia Eagles (4-0)
Previous rank: 1
Zack Baun. The Eagles' offense isn't quite there, but the defense is picking up the slack. Baun building off last year's All-Pro breakout is a big reason why.
2. Buffalo Bills (4-0)
Previous rank: 2James Cook. He tops all running backs with five rushing scores and ranks second only to Jonathan Taylor with 401 yards. It's long past time that Cook gets his due as one of the best in the game.
3. Detroit Lions (3-1)
Previous rank: 3Amon-Ra St. Brown. The Lions' offense hasn't missed a beat after the offseason coordinator change. Having an elite target like St. Brown definitely helps. He already has a league-leading six receiving touchdowns.
4. Los Angeles Rams (3-1)
Previous rank: 6Puka Nacua. It's still early, but Nacua could be chasing history this year. The Rams star is somehow on a 17-game pace for 178 catches and 2,137 yards. Those numbers would shatter the NFL's single-season records.
5. Los Angeles Chargers (3-1)
Previous rank: 4
Quentin Johnston. Once labeled a first-round bust, Johnston is having a breakout third year that has ignited the Chargers' passing game. His 337 yards and four touchdowns have gone a long way toward compensating for Ladd McConkey's quiet start.
6. Kansas City Chiefs (2-2)
Previous rank: 8Xavier Worthy. I'm not a huge fan of making MVP cases by what things look like when a player isn't on the field, but this is a unique case. It's no coincidence that the Chiefs' offense took off when Worthy returned from injury to face the Ravens.
7. Green Bay Packers (2-1-1)
Previous rank: 5Micah Parsons. The Cowboys provided some cause for concern, but the Packers' defense had been one of the best units in football beforehand. Parsons' arrival was, unsurprisingly, the catalyst for that development.
8. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (3-1)
Previous rank: 9Emeka Egbuka. Chris Godwin didn't make his season debut until Week 4, stepping in just as Mike Evans started what could be a multi-game absence. The Bucs' receiving corps could have been in trouble if it weren't for Egbuka immediately emerging as a superstar.
9. Indianapolis Colts (3-1)
Previous rank: 11Jonathan Taylor. With the Colts' offense finally finding stability under Daniel Jones, their run game has taken off. Taylor has a league-best 414 rushing yards and is the early front-runner for Offensive Player of the Year.
10. Seattle Seahawks (3-1)
Previous rank: 14
Jaxon Smith-Njigba. The Seahawks' signing of Cooper Kupp felt like a bit of a weird fit alongside Smith-Njigba, who had also always done his best work out of the slot. However, Smith-Njigba has taken his game to yet another level in Year 3, dominating regardless of where he lines up.
11. Washington Commanders (2-2)
Previous rank: 10Dorance Armstrong. The Commanders needed to improve their pass rush this season, and Armstrong answered the call. The 28-year-old is off to the best start of his career, recording three sacks and leading all qualified defensive linemen in pressure rate, according to Next Gen Stats.
12. Jacksonville Jaguars (3-1)
Previous rank: 19Devin Lloyd. Jacksonville's defense has been better than anyone could have expected. Lloyd, tied for the league lead with three interceptions, has a significant role in that charge.
13. San Francisco 49ers (3-1)
Previous rank: 13Fred Warner. Warner has long been one of the NFL's best players. A linebacker with a nose for the football and the coverage skills of a safety is basically a cheat code for the 49ers' defense.
14. Denver Broncos (2-2)
Previous rank: 15Garett Bolles. An outstanding offensive line is the foundation for everything the Broncos do on that side of the ball. Bolles only seems to be getting better with age, as he's been one of the NFL's most consistent pass-blocking left tackles.
15. Pittsburgh Steelers (3-1)
Previous rank: 16
DK Metcalf. Pittsburgh's big move at receiver is paying off, as Metcalf has touchdowns in each of the last three games. His 126-yard day against the Vikings is a sign of what's possible as he and Aaron Rodgers get more reps together.
16. Minnesota Vikings (2-2)
Previous rank: 12Jordan Mason. The Vikings' quarterback play wasn't exactly a highlight of the opening month. Fortunately for this offense, the Mason acquisition has provided a much-needed boost to the ground game. He's a top-10 running back by rush yards over expected.
17. Chicago Bears (2-2)
Previous rank: 17Rome Odunze. Caleb Williams has a new No. 1 receiver. Odunze is showing all the traits that made him a top-10 pick in last year's draft, posting 296 yards and five touchdowns through four games.
18. Baltimore Ravens (1-3)
Previous rank: 7Kyle Hamilton. The defense may be crumbling around him, but Hamilton remains football's best safety. It might not be all that close, either.
19. Houston Texans (1-3)
Previous rank: 20Will Anderson Jr. Continuing to take steps to become one of the NFL's best pass-rushers, Anderson posted sacks in each of Houston's first three games. He's also tied for the league lead with 22 pressures.
20. Dallas Cowboys (1-2-1)
Previous rank: 21
George Pickens. The Cowboys' offense needed a big-play threat on the outside, and Pickens has provided precisely that. CeeDee Lamb's recent injury also makes Pickens' presence that much more valuable.
21. Atlanta Falcons (2-2)
Previous rank: 23Bijan Robinson. The Falcons' offense is having an up-and-down start, but Robinson brings it every week. His do-it-all skill set might be as close as it gets to Christian McCaffrey, and he's already produced a pair of 100-yard receiving games.
22. New England Patriots (2-2)
Previous rank: 26Christian Barmore. Don't let traditional box score stats fool you here because Barmore has picked up right where he left off before last season's health issues. He leads all interior defensive linemen in pressure rate this campaign at 16.1%.
23. Arizona Cardinals (2-2)
Previous rank: 18Trey McBride. The Cardinals aren't quite getting what they need from the receiver position, as Marvin Harrison Jr. is still searching for consistency. Having one of the NFL's premier tight ends certainly helps.
24. New York Giants (1-3)
Previous rank: 30Brian Burns. The Giants' pass rush is starting to come together, and Burns is the leader of that talented group. He's gotten to the quarterback in each of New York's four games, tying for the league lead with five sacks.
25. Cleveland Browns (1-3)
Previous rank: 24
Myles Garrett. This one is a bit of a layup. Garrett might be the best player in football, regardless of position. He's again been a nightmare for opponents to block this campaign, ranking second among defensive linemen in pressure rate.
26. Las Vegas Raiders (1-3)
Previous rank: 25Maxx Crosby. Not only is Crosby the kind of player who opposing teams have to double-team in pass protection, but they'd probably be better off just not running to his side of the formation. Crosby was single-handedly blowing up one play after another in Week 4 against the Bears.
27. Miami Dolphins (1-3)
Previous rank: 28De'Von Achane. He may not be a traditional feature back, but Achane is the centerpiece of Mike McDaniel's offense. Even when the run game is overwhelmed, he makes his presence felt as a high-volume receiver out of the backfield.
28. Cincinnati Bengals (2-2)
Previous rank: 27Trey Hendrickson. Hendrickson is maintaining his level of play despite getting no help from the rest of the defense. Considering this season is already going down the drain without Joe Burrow, now may be the time to trade Hendrickson for assets that can help rebuild a brutal roster.
29. Carolina Panthers (1-3)
Previous rank: 22Tetairoa McMillan. The Panthers still have a long way to go elsewhere on offense, but at least Bryce Young now has a true No. 1 wideout. McMillan leads the team with 278 receiving yards, while no other pass-catcher has topped the century mark.
30. New York Jets (0-4)
Previous rank: 29
Garrett Wilson. Whichever quarterback the Jets end up drafting early next year is going to love throwing to Wilson. The former first-rounder's production of 311 yards (sixth) and three touchdowns (tied for eighth) is even more impressive given he's the only real threat in a flawed passing game.
31. Tennessee Titans (0-4)
Previous rank: 31Jeffery Simmons. It's been business as usual for the Titans' best player. Simmons is dominating no matter what else is going on around him, sitting one back of Barmore for tops among interior defensive linemen in pressures.
32. New Orleans Saints (0-4)
Previous rank: 32DeMario Davis. Look no further for the Saints' most attractive trade chip leading up to the deadline. Davis is still playing the run at a high level in his age-36 season. He set a new career high with 136 tackles in 2024, and he's on a 17-game pace for 161 this year.
Dan Wilkins is theScore's senior NFL writer.
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