2021 NFL power rankings, Week 11: Cowboys, Packers, Bills rebound
4-6. Previous: . Philadelphia Eagles. 24. team. 54.
The Birds were in Denver and faced an AFC West opponent for the second straight Sunday as they battled the Broncos. Philadelphia scored the first 10 points of the game and owned a 20-10 lead at intermission.
The Eagles’ ground attack rolled up 214 yards (83 by Jordan Howard and 81 by Boston Scott) while Jalen Hurts threw for two scores (1 interception) – both to Devonta Smith. And the club’s fourth victory equaled last season’s win total.
There was a playoff rematch at FedExField when the Buccaneers and Washington Football Team – both off last week – renewed acquaintances. Taylor Heinicke was the starter in that postseason clash and was back again.
He overcame five sacks and connected on 26 of his 32 throws for 256 yards and one touchdown. Nine different players caught passes for Ron Rivera’s team. And Antonio Gibson ran for 64 yards and two TDs on 24 tough carries.
22. team. 42. . 3-5. Previous: . San Francisco 49ers
Kyle Shanahan’s club is at home for the second straight week and host the Rams (which they swept in 2019 and ‘20) on Monday night. But the 49ers own a 0-3 record within the division after being swept by the rival Cardinals and has a home loss to the Seahawks on its 2021 resume as well.
San Francisco’s run defense has taken a step backwards this season. And the Niners were tied for last in the league with only five takeaways entering Week 10.