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DeMarcus Lawrence Week 18 NFC West Power Rankings
January 1, 2026 By  NFL News, Power Rankings

NFL Week 18 Power Rankings: NFC West

Unfortunately, it’s not a spoiler alert who comes in last each week. The fact that the other three NFC West teams are all heading to the postseason also makes things pretty easy from that perspective. However, it does raise some doubts about how the postseason teams are ranked. That means it’s time to take a look at our NFC West Power Rankings following an exciting Week 17 of action.

Week 18 NFC West Power Rankings

#4 – Arizona Cardinals

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett (7) warms up before they play against the Green Bay Packers at State Farm Stadium in Glendale on Oct. 19, 2025. | Source: Lastwordonsports.com - Doug Henderson

Granted, the Arizona Cardinals were trailing, but there was no semblance of a running game, once again. Jacoby Brissett did what he could but failed to take advantage of a weak defense. Trey McBride did break the record for most receptions by a tight end in a season, but that’s about it. Allowing 37 points, it was a terrible afternoon for the defense as well.

About Doug Henderson

Doug Henderson grew up playing every sport imagineable. He quickly hit a ceiling his playing skills didn't let him break and had to turn to writing to get his sports fix.