Well, since the 2024 National Football league season is right around the corner, we thought that we had enough information to take a stab at our first NFL power rankings of the year.
Keep in mind that while our opinion and numbers are included in this initial process, we also take into account the betting market, what the bookmakers think, roster additions and subtractions, injuries, schedule strength and other considerations to come up with a raw number that may be higher or lower than what we agree with. We don’t move a team up because we think they should rated higher, and likewise we don’t move teams down just because.
We let our preseason formula dictate the placement.
This is our first ranking, and it’s pretty raw, so please keep in mind that just like with our algorithm that picks winners, losers and totals, the numbers become more accurate as more data is gathered and available. That said, it can be a good exercise to see where these numbers are compared to what we think or even what our numbers come to. Many times, it’s a good indicator of where we might be wrong about specific teams.
Behold, the first SL Sports NFL Power Rankings of 2024:
Teams in dark green we expect to move up the rankings, while teams in red we feel are likely ranked too high.
Chiefs 100
Lions 99.5
49ers 99.0
Eagles 99.0
Ravens 99.0
Bills 98.5
Rams 98.5
Bengals 98.5
Packers 98.5
Dolphins 98
Texans 98
Cowboys 98
Jaguars 97.5
Bears 97.5
Falcons 97.5
Browns 97.5
Chargers 97.5
Seahawks 97.5
Steelers 97
Buccaneers 97
Jets 96.5
Colts 96.5
Commanders 96
Saints 96
Cardinals 95.5
Vikings 95
Raiders 95
Giants 95
Titans 94.5
Patriots 94.5
Broncos 94
Panthers 93.5
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