Chicago Bears
The Chicago Bears' #15 ranking at 4-2 appears to reflect concerns about the quality of their wins rather than just their record, as they haven't posted any "major wins" against strong opponents that would elevate their standing. While their 4-2 record matches teams like Pittsburgh and Buffalo who are likely ranked higher, the Bears may have benefited from a softer early schedule or struggled in key matchups that exposed weaknesses in their roster construction. The Bears likely show flashes of competitiveness but lack consistency in critical areas - potentially struggling with offensive efficiency, turnover differential, or closing out games against quality opponents. Their ranking suggests they're in the middle tier of playoff contenders but haven't proven they can hang with elite teams. To climb toward a legitimate playoff position, Chicago needs to start beating teams with winning records and demonstrate they can perform in high-pressure divisional games, while addressing whatever underlying issues have prevented them from securing signature victories despite their solid record.
| Rank | Team | Record | Rating | Point Diff |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #13 |
Pittsburgh Steelers
|
4-2 | 20.33 | +10 |
| #14 |
Jacksonville Jaguars
|
4-3 | 17.48 | -9 |
| #15 |
Chicago Bears
|
4-2 | 16.84 | -3 |
| #16 |
Buffalo Bills
|
4-2 | 15.93 | +30 |
| #17 |
Carolina Panthers
|
4-3 | 13.04 | -7 |