NFL Power Rankings, Week 17: Eagles rise, Seahawks fall, Titans stay put

NASHVILLE, TN - DECEMBER 22: Drew Brees #9 of the New Orleans Saints talks after the game with Ryan Tannehill #17 of the Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium on December 22, 2019 in Nashville, Tennessee. The Saints defeated the Titans 38-28. (Photo by Wesley Hitt/Getty Images) /

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10. . 10-5. Previous: 10th. Houston Texans. 10. team

Recap: The Texans certainly didn’t get a great game out of star quarterback Deshaun Watson, but thankfully Jameis Winston was worse. The Bucs QB threw four picks, including one in the final two minutes of the game that thwarted the Bucs’ attempt to either tie or take the lead. Houston emerged victorious, 23-20.

Outlook: With the win, the Texans secured first place in the AFC South and a playoff berth. There is an outside chance the Texans could improve their seeding from No. 4 to No. 3 if they can beat the Titans in Week 17, combined with a Chiefs loss.

team. 16. . 10-5. Previous: 9th. Buffalo Bills. 9

Recap: The Bills had a chance to beat the Patriots on Saturday and keep pace in the AFC East with a 17-13 lead going into the fourth quarter, but New England’s defense would buckle down and Tom Brady and Co. scored 11 unanswered to finish strong and beat Buffalo.

Outlook: While the Bills fell short in their own division, they are still playoff bound after clinching their spot in Week 15. Buffalo will host the Jets in Week 17, however they are already locked in to the No. 5 seed in the AFC.

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