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

11. Cleveland Browns (20)

If the Cleveland Browns were looking to make a statement in regards to having what it takes to be viewed as a serious contender in the AFC, they certainly accomplished that goal on Sunday when looking at their victory over the Baltimore Ravens.

When it comes to the top rivalries in the NFL, no one needs to explain the intensity behind the Browns and Ravens due to the history between these two franchises.

And while Baltimore appeared to be making a strong case over being the team to beat within the division, Cleveland made it clear they deserve just as much recognition since the team is technically in first place at the moment due to the tiebreaker.

While Baker Mayfield has taken plenty of heat over the last few weeks for struggling to get the offense to live up to their true expectations, Nick Chubb was the one who stepped up the most in Week 4.

To shred an elite defense like the Ravens the way Chubb did by rushing for 165 yards with three touchdowns shows just how special of a running back the Browns have on offense, and makes the offense that much more dangerous.

Assuming that Mayfield continues to become more comfortable on offense along with Chubb playing at a high level, Cleveland is going to be difficult to beat in the AFC.