NFL top-10 rankings: Lions shove; Commanders climb; Texans, Packers drop out

The Lions stake their claim as the best of the NFC bunch. The Commanders, Vikings and Ravens move up as the Texans and Packers move out.

With a six-game winning streak and the best point differential in the NFL, the Lions are proving to be the biggest threat to the back-to-back champion Chiefs. That was even more pronounced in Week 9 as Detroit pummeled the Packers and the Texans fell flat, allowing the Commanders, Vikings and Ravens to move up. The steady Steelers and blue-collar Bills lurk in the middle of the pack, while the Falcons and Chargers enter the conversation.

Considering the Ravens have shown the ability to put 30-plus points on any opponent, John Harbaugh's squad remains a contender despite its flawed defense. 6. Pittsburgh SteelersLast week: 8 As one of the league's biggest surprises, the Steelers sit atop the AFC North behind a stingy defense and evolving offense. Russell Wilson's insertion into the starting lineup as the QB1 has ignited a passing game that complements a rugged rushing attack.

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