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NFL power rankings Week 8: Who's No. 1 after 49ers, Chiefs lose first games?

Charlie Lee
Charlie Lee
Charlie Lee
Sports Reporter · Decatur, IL

Charlie is a proud graduate of Eastern Illinois University, holding a Bachelor's in Sports Communication. With over 8 years of experience covering local sports for various media outlets, including the Journal Gazette in Mattoon, he has a keen eye for talent and storytelling. Charlie thrives on capturing the excitement of high school sports and celebrating local athletes.

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Sports Reporter · Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at 6:30 PM · 1 min read
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NFL power rankings Week 8: Who's No. 1 after 49ers, Chiefs lose first games? — Decatur Sports news

NFL power rankings entering Week 8 of the 2026 season (previous rank in parentheses):

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