These are the top 10 NFL teams heading into Week 12.
The Cardinals were without Kyler, Murray for the third consecutive week. However, they still managed to win in Seattle over their NFC West rivals.
Colt McCoy, backup quarterback, completed 35 of 44 passes for 322 yards passing with two touchdowns in a win over Russell Wilson and Seahawks (23-13). Zach Ertz, tight end, had eight receptions for 88 yards and two scores.
Murray will be expected to return for the Cardinals when they return from their off-season.
Will the Cardinals be back at the top of the rankings this week after their win over Seattle?
These are the top 10 NFL teams heading into Week 12.
10. Los Angeles Chargers
Record: 6-4
Week 11:41–37 win over Steelers
Outlook: After their loss to Minnesota, the Chargers rebounded strongly against Pittsburgh. Justin Herbert, the Chargers’ quarterback, completed 30 of 41 passes for 382 yard with three touchdowns. He also added 90 yards on ground. Austin Ekeler scored a record four touchdowns and gained 115 yards from scrimmage (65 receiving, 50 running) in this victory. Next, the Chargers will face the Broncos in Denver.
9. Minnesota Vikings
Record: 5-5
Week 11:34-31% win over Packers
Outlook The Vikings are quietly one the best teams in the NFL this year. After a huge win over the Chargers quarterback Kirk Cousins completed 24 out of 35 passes for 341 yard and three touchdowns against Green Bay. Next, the 49ers are up for grabs.
8. Dallas Cowboys
Record: 7-3
Week 11:19-9 defeat to Chiefs
Outlook The Cowboys lost a hard road game to Kansas City but will be looking to bounce back when they face the Las Vegas Raiders in Las Vegas on Thanksgiving Day. In their loss to the Chiefs, Dak Prescott was limited to just 216 yards of passing and two interceptions by the Cowboys.
7. Tennessee Titans
Record: 8-3
Week 11:22-13 defeat to Texans
Outlook After winning six consecutive games against high-quality opponents, the Titans suffered the most devastating loss of any team this year. The Titans lost to the AFC South rival Texans. Ryan Tannehill had four interceptions during the loss. Next, the Patriots will be visiting New England.
6. Los Angeles Rams
Record: 7-3
Week 11 results:Bye
Outlook The Rams will attempt to end their two-game skid on Sunday when they travel to Green Bay in order to face Aaron Rodgers (and the Packers) on Sunday afternoon. Los Angeles was beaten by the 49ers and Titans in back-to-back defeats.
5. Kansas City Chiefs
Record: 7-4
Week 11:19-9 win against Cowboys
Outlook The Chiefs’ defense stood tall against Dallas in their matchup. Chris Jones, the defensive tackle, accumulated 3.5 sacks. He also forced a fumble which was recovered by Jones. Defensive backs Charvarius Ward (back) and L’Jarius Smith (back) intercepted Dak Prescott, Cowboys’ QB. Kansas City will enter its bye week.
4. New England Patriots
Record: 7-4
Week 11:25-0 win against Falcons
Outlook: The Patriots have now won five consecutive games after beating the Falcons last Thursday night. The Patriots have allowed only 13 points in their three previous games. Next up, New England hosts the Titans.
3. Green Bay Packers
Record: 8-3
Week 11:34-31% loss to Vikings
Outlook:Aaron Rodgers completed 23 out of 33 passes for 385 yard and four touchdowns. However, it was not enough as the Vikings scored a game-winning field goal just before time expired. The Packers will host the Rams next week.
2. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Record: 7-3
Week 11:30-10 win against Giants
Outlook –Tom Brady passed for 307 yards and two touchdowns to snap the Bucs’ two-game losing streak. Next Tampa Bay will travel to Indianapolis to take on the Colts.
1. Arizona Cardinals
Record: 9-2
Week 11:23-13 win against the Seahawks
Outlook After beating Seattle, Arizona has reclaimed the top spot on this week’s rankings. The Cardinals will be returning from their absence to take on the Bears in Chicago.
