"The Rams and Seahawks (both 7-2) look like the most complete teams in football, and secured blowout wins on Sunday. The 6-2 Eagles, despite their struggles, still have one of the most talented rosters in the league, likewise with the Packers (5-2-1). Even the Lions (6-3), who have been inconsistent along both lines of scrimmage and have been dealing with tension on their coaching staff, have proven they can hammer good teams."
"Over in the AFC, though, the playoff picture is a jumbled mess. Your four division leaders through ten weeks: the Colts, Patriots, Broncos (all at 8-2) and Steelers (5-4). Read that again. Not the Chiefs. Not the Bills. Not the Ravens or Bengals. The traditional powers, backed by the league's best quarterbacks, have either glaring roster weaknesses or have been hit by injuries. In some ways, it's the league's ideal; the parity mechanics are working as intended."
NFL parity remains the league's brand, but most teams are simply average through 10 weeks. The NFC displays clearer hierarchy: Rams and Seahawks (7-2) look most complete, while the 6-2 Eagles, 5-2-1 Packers, and 6-3 Lions still possess paths to a Super Bowl despite inconsistencies. The AFC playoff picture is chaotic: Colts, Patriots, Broncos (all 8-2) and Steelers (5-4) lead divisions, displacing expected powers like the Chiefs, Bills, Ravens and Bengals. Traditional contenders face roster weaknesses and injuries. The four AFC leaders show promising areas but lack full championship completeness. Daniel Jones has struggled recently with turnovers and pressure.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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