1. Panthers (13-0)
Previous rank: 1. Result: Won 38-0 vs. Falcons. Next: Sun. at Giants.
Yeah, the Falcons are bad, but did you see Cam Newton zinging passes into tight spots?
2. Cardinals (11-2)
Previous rank: 3. Result: Won 23-20 vs. Vikings. Next: Sun. at Eagles.
Worrisome to see the offense struggle against banged-up Vikings but the defense came up big.
3. Patriots (11-2)
Previous rank: 5. Result: Won 27-6 at Texans. Next: Sun. vs. Titans.
They are poised to finish No. 1 in the AFC again.