NFL Power Rankings, Week 5: Chiefs, Patriots win thrillers to remain perfect

12. Philadelphia Eagles (17)

Just when it looked like the Philadelphia Eagles were in serious trouble following back-to-back losses to the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions, Doug Pederson‘s team pulled off a huge win on the road in Week 4 over the Green Bay Packers.

While the Packers are always known to be a team with the potential to have a high-powered offense thanks to Aaron Rodgers being one of the best in the game at quarterback, the defense actually played a major role in Green Bay’s success from the first three games.

The Eagles deserve a ton of credit for exposing the Packers’ defense the way they did while overcoming all sorts of injuries, and the best part about earning a win on Thursday is the extra few days off before their next game, which will be against the New York Jets.

Looking at all of the injuries that Philadelphia has been dealing with on offense to put more pressure on Carson Wentz, the Eagles quarterback made a huge statement by throwing three touchdown passes against Green Bay.

But when it comes to the biggest factor of all, the Eagles need to do whatever it takes to keep Jordan Howard the football since the running back’s three-touchdown game shows exactly what he’s capable of when give the opportunity.