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NFL Power Rankings Week 5: No. 1 Spot Changes Hands for Third Consecutive Week

  • The San Francisco 49ers claimed the No. 1 spot in the NFL power rankings entering Week 5, capitalizing on an unbeaten 4-0 start under head coach Kyle Shanahan.
  • Safeguarding MVP candidate Brock Purdy, the 49ers have permitted zero sacks through four games, a distinction not achieved since Peyton Manning's 2005 Indianapolis Colts.
  • Following a recent loss, the Buffalo Bills must stabilize away from Western New York over the next six weeks, while the Kansas City Chiefs face wide receiver depth concerns after losing Rashee Rice and Tyquan Thornton on Sunday.
  • Consecutive game-winning drives by Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson have earned the team the 'Kardiac Kids Part Deux' moniker, marking a dramatic turnaround for the franchise.
  • Injuries define the early 2026 season narrative, with Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson's health critical to team viability and Minnesota Vikings success hinging on All-Pro kicker Will Reichard's league-high 42 points.
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After four weeks, the Kansas City Chiefs are back impressively. But are they really back? Some of the favourites include more established ones, while just medium-sized ones are wide-ranging. The Power Ranking before Week 5.

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NFL power rankings Week 5: No. 1 spot changes hands for third consecutive week

Given their largely tremendous start, the Niners would have reached the top spot sooner if not for their latest rash of injuries.

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Sports Illustrated broke the news in New York, United States on Monday, October 5, 2026.
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