With the season well underway and some clear leaders emerging, it’s a perfect time to consider which NFL teams are showing serious Super Bowl LIX potential. The Kansas City Chiefs look like they’re on a fast track back to the big game, and the Detroit Lions have roared their way into title contention. Other teams like the Baltimore Ravens and Buffalo Bills are also in hot pursuit.
Let’s break down the leading contenders and see who’s positioning themselves for a playoff run to remember.
7. Philadelphia Eagles (4-2)
Philadelphia’s season has been riddled with injuries, yet they’re still 4-2 and competitive in the NFC East. The Eagles ‘ offense remains powerful despite missing A.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith, and Dallas Goedert for parts of the season. They scored 34 points in Week 1 when all their playmakers were available, proving their potential when healthy.
The defense has also improved, allowing just 1.81 points per possession (13th in the NFL) and managing a respectable 29.5 yards allowed per possession (15th). While their turnover differential (-6) is among the worst in the league, Philadelphia’s winning record reflects their resilience. The upcoming schedule is favorable, and with continued improvement, they could make a serious run come January.
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6. Minnesota Vikings (5-1)
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Minnesota has surprised the league, starting 5-1, with their only loss coming in a close game against Detroit. Their strength of victory (.486) is sixth in the NFL, with impressive wins over the Texans and Packers. The Vikings’ defense is strong, allowing just 1.49 points per possession (fifth in the NFL) and a top-notch point differential of +10.2 points per game.
Sam Darnold has had ups and downs, with only one touchdown and two interceptions over his last three games, but the Vikings have a favorable schedule over the next six weeks. With a rough final stretch, Minnesota must keep their momentum, but they’re showing enough early promise to be taken seriously.
5. Buffalo Bills (5-2)
Josh Allen and the Bills are back, making the AFC a fierce battleground. Even without a standout win so far, Buffalo has a reliable offense bolstered by Amari Cooper, a recent addition who fills a major need left by the departure of Stefon Diggs. Allen hasn’t thrown an interception yet this season, and Buffalo leads the league with a low turnover margin of just 2.7%.
Buffalo ranks fourth in points per possession (2.66) and seventh in points allowed per possession (1.73), demonstrating their balanced approach. Their upcoming matchups against the Seahawks, Chiefs, and Lions will be defining games, and with an expected 11-plus-win season, the Bills are poised to make another playoff push.
4. Green Bay Packers (5-2)
Quietly, the Packers are putting together a season worth watching. They’ve won five of their last six games, including two with Malik Willis filling in at quarterback, after starting the season with a loss to the Eagles in Brazil. Jordan Love has stepped up, delivering an explosive 3.0 touchdowns per game but struggling with 1.6 interceptions per game — both highs among qualified passers.
Despite some inconsistency, Green Bay is solid on both sides of the ball, ranking 10th in points per possession (2.29) and 10th in points allowed per possession (1.78). The real test will come in late-season matchups with Detroit, but for now, the Packers are firmly in the NFC’s upper half.
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3. Baltimore Ravens (5-2)
After an 0-2 start, the Baltimore Ravens have surged with five consecutive wins, making them one of the most dangerous teams in the NFL. They’re breaking records left and right, averaging 250 passing yards and 200 rushing yards per game, the first in NFL history. They’re also outrushing opponents by 997 yards, a feat not seen since the 1934 Bears.
Baltimore’s offense leads the league, scoring 31.1 points per game and racking up 461.4 yards per game. With Derrick Henry and Lamar Jackson potentially on track for a combined 3,000-plus rushing yards, the Ravens’ ground game is fearsome. Their .588 strength of victory is second in the NFL, making them a team no one wants to face in the postseason.
2. Detroit Lions (5-1)
Detroit started the season with serious Super Bowl hype, and they’ve more than lived up to it. The Lions are 5-1 and currently lead the NFC North. Over the last three games, they’ve averaged a staggering 40 points, with key victories over the Seattle Seahawks and Minnesota Vikings. Jared Goff is red hot, boasting a 153.7 passer rating over the past three weeks — the best three-game stretch since 1970.
Their offense ranks among the best in the league, third in points per possession (2.75) and fourth in yards per possession (36.9). The Lions’ strength of victory stands at .531, ranking them third in the NFL. Through seven weeks, Detroit has firmly established itself as the team to beat in the NFC, and if they keep this up, a Super Bowl run isn’t just a pipe dream.
1. Kansas City Chiefs (6-0)
The Kansas City Chiefs have their sights set on another Super Bowl run, standing as the only unbeaten team seven weeks into the season. Even with a dip in performance from Patrick Mahomes, who’s facing career lows in passing yards per game (231.5), touchdowns (6), interceptions (8), and passer rating (82.5), the Chiefs are still finding ways to win. This underscores their depth, grit, and the stellar coaching that has kept them at the top.
Mahomes’ season hasn’t been as flashy, but reinforcements like DeAndre Hopkins and Hollywood Brown (once healthy) give him more options in the passing game. Even with injuries, the Chiefs’ defense holds up well, allowing 1.78 points per possession (12th in the NFL) and ranking third in yards per carry allowed (3.8). They’re weathering the storm now, but Kansas City could be unstoppable once Mahomes hits his MVP stride.
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