Updated NFL Power Rankings for All NFC Teams (Ep. 2017)
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In this episode of the FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast, hosts Joe P Zepia, Andrew Erickson, and Derek Brown dive into their updated NFC power rankings for the 2026 season, delivering a mix of humor, hot takes, and deep analysis. The discussion begins with a lighthearted roast of the Arizona Cardinals and Atlanta Falcons, with Joe placing the Cardinals at #16 due to poor roster decisions and a brutal schedule, while D bro ranks the Falcons lower at #15 due to quarterback uncertainty. The trio debates the Buccaneers' decline post-Tom Brady era, with Joe downgrading them to #12 due to leadership vacuum and injury concerns, while D bro and Erickson offer more optimistic views. New Orleans Saints emerge as a dark horse with a favorable schedule and second-year quarterback potential, earning a top-10 ranking. The Vikings, Cowboys, and Eagles are all hotly debated, with concerns over Kyler Murray’s health, Dak Prescott’s injury history, and the Eagles’ offensive inefficiency. Ultimately, the Los Angeles Rams are crowned the #1 team due to elite defense and quarterback talent, with the Seattle Seahawks at #2. The episode ends with a spirited exchange on team health, coaching, and the unpredictable nature of the NFC West.
The NFC West is the most stacked division in the NFL, with three teams projected for 10+ wins.
Team health and quarterback durability are the biggest variables in predicting NFC success.
The Rams are the top team due to elite defense and a Hall of Fame-caliber quarterback, despite injury concerns.
The Saints' favorable schedule and second-year quarterback make them a top-10 contender.
The Cowboys and Eagles are both top-tier teams but carry high risk due to injury-prone rosters and coaching questions.
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Opening Banter & Power Rankings Setup
The hosts kick off the episode with playful banter, mocking Joe’s defense of Daniel Jones and setting up the NFC power rankings. They establish a fun, irreverent tone with jokes about 'Camp Scadaboo' and 'fart noises'.
Bottom of the NFC: Cardinals vs. Falcons
“I would rather go with the Falcons quarterbacks. I've seen those guys at least play well recently at some point in their NFL careers versus Jacoby Brissett, who put up counting stats last year.”
Buccaneers: Transition & Leadership Void
“When you lose captains on either side, who have been there for a decade... you don't replace it overnight.”
Saints & Panthers: Divisional Upset Potential
“The Saints are top of that list when you look at the teams that could potentially make that type of leap.”
Vikings, Commanders & Panthers: The Middle Tier
The Vikings are ranked #9 by Joe due to Kyler Murray’s potential, but concerns over health and defense keep them from higher. The Commanders are seen as a team with upside but major roster flaws. The Panthers are split on, with D bro skeptical of their quarterback and schedule.
“The Rams are the best team in paper... but they've got to start putting it on the field.”
“When you lose captains on either side, who have been there for a decade... you don't replace it overnight.”
“You can't predict heart. Come on guys. You can't, you can't pull something out of your butt to sit here and win a game at the very end of the game.”
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Andrew Erickson
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Derek Brown
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Joe P Zepia
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers
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New Orleans Saints
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Carolina Panthers
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Arizona Cardinals
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San Francisco 49ers
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Philadelphia Eagles
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Los Angeles Rams
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