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NFL power rankings Week 9: Where do Bears, Seahawks settle after Monday night clash?

Heading into the ninth week of the 2026 professional football campaign, the top tier of the power rankings features several shifting dynamics across the league. The San Francisco 49ers occupy the premier spot following their bye week, while the Chicago Bears climbed to second place after upsetting the reigning champions on the road during a prime time matchup.

Meanwhile, squads like the Denver Broncos and Jacksonville Jaguars are capitalizing on favorable divisional situations, and other franchises navigate ongoing injuries and statistical milestones.

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