David Helman brings the Chiefs up from fifth to fourth in his Week 17 power rankings, pointing to a nearly flawless record against projected playoff teams.

3. Vikings (No. 4; 13-2): They’re the most overlooked 13-2 team the NFL has ever seen. They aren’t overlooked here. 4. Lions (No. 5; 13-2): They answered the bell against the Bears. It might all come down to Week 18 against the Vikings. 5. Eagles (No. 1; 12-3): They need to get Jalen Hurts back, ASAP.

Packers On SI’s Consensus NFL Power Rankings take eight sets of national power rankings and turn them into one superior ranking. Here’s the consensus thought on the Packers after their loss to the Vikings.

NFL analysts have come around on the Rams during this recent stretch, moving them up consistently week after week in their power rankings. After sinking as low as the mid-20s, the Rams have cracked the top 10 at multiple outlets and are viewed as a legitimate contender.

The Cincinnati Bengals had no trouble getting past the Cleveland Browns in Week 16 to keep their playoff hopes alive and set up a huge Week 17 game Saturday against the Denver Broncos, a game the Bengals must win to have a chance in Week 18.