NFL Week 8 Power Rankings 2024: How all 32 teams stack up

Week 8 of the 2024 NFL season saw the Kansas City Chiefs remain undefeated, while the Minnesota Vikings suffered their first loss to the Detroit Lions. The New England Patriots, Carolina Panthers, and Cleveland Browns all fell to 1-6 with losses. The Washington Commanders and Philadelphia Eagles secured big wins. NFL Nation reporters highlighted one young riser for each team, defining them as players under 25 making waves this season. Players like Chamarri Conner, Brian Branch, Christian Benford, Roger Rosengarten, Tucker Kraft, Will Reichard, and Calen Bullock were recognized for their standout performances. It’s exciting to see these rising stars shine in the league. The Steelers beat the Jets 37-15 in Week 7, with rookie CB Beanie Bishop Jr. standing out with two interceptions. Washington’s CB Mike Sainristil impressed as a starter, while Bucs’ CB Tykee Smith showcased his skills with interceptions and forced fumbles. Bears’ DT Gervon Dexter Sr. has been a standout in the pass rush, while Chargers’ FB/DT Scott Matlock has become a vital player on both offense and defense. These young players are making an impact in their teams’ success and showing promise for the future. In 2024, Bergeron, a 24-year-old left guard, has shown significant improvement in both pass blocking and run blocking. He has a solid win rate in both categories and has only given up pressures on a small percentage of passing snaps. He is considered to have considerable upside. Additionally, several other young players in the NFL have been making a name for themselves, from cornerbacks to tight ends to linebackers. These rising stars are showing great potential and making significant contributions to their teams. The future looks bright for these talented young players in the league. In Week 7, the Jaguars beat the Patriots 32-16, with RB Tank Bigsby standing out with a career-high performance. Despite being sidelined due to injury, starter Travis Etienne Jr. remains the planned starter, but Bigsby has earned a bigger role. LG Jackson Powers-Johnson has shown promise for the Raiders, showcasing both technical skill and aggression on the field. CB Jarvis Brownlee Jr. has impressed for the Titans, stepping up in the starting lineup and showcasing his aggressive approach. WR Cedric Tillman stood out for the Browns in their loss, posting career highs in targets, receptions, and yards. CB Christian Gonzalez has shown promise for the Broncos, earning Defensive Rookie of the Month in September. ILB Trevin Wallace has stepped up for the Panthers, making an impact with his tackling abilities.