NFL Power Rankings, Week 7: 49ers, Texans make statements as contenders

By Dan Parzych | Oct 14, 2019

KANSAS CITY, MO - OCTOBER 13: Quarterback Deshaun Watson #4 of the Houston Texans reacts after scoring a touchdown against the Kansas City Chiefs during the second half at Arrowhead Stadium on October 13, 2019 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Peter Aiken/Getty Images) /

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7. Buffalo Bills (8)

What a start 2019 has been for the Buffalo Bills, as Sean McDermott‘s team has made a strong case for being one of the top contenders in the AFC, although they still have a long way to go.

Just because the Bills are off to an impressive 4-1 start doesn’t necessarily mean it’s going to last, but also there’s no reason to be worried heading into Week 7 either.

Over the last couple of years, Buffalo has put together one of the top defenses in the NFL, but having a reliable quarterback to run the offense in Josh Allen has helped the Bills take things to new levels in 2019.

After showing plenty of potential as a rookie, Allen has taken a major leap forward on offense, and if the Bills end up earning one of the playoff spots in the AFC, he’s going to be one of the main reasons as to why.

Thanks to Buffalo having a bye week, the team should be well rested for a favorable matchup at home in Week 7 against the Miami Dolphins.

All due respect to the Dolphins since anything can happen in the NFL, but this should be one of those contests in which the Bills gain an early lead, and make sure the game is well over by the time the fourth quarter rolls around.

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