1. New England Overwhelmed opponents are begging for a Brady suspension to kick in.
2. Green Bay Could have the NFC North title clinched by Thanksgiving.
3. Arizona Outscoring opponents by an average of 26 points is unheard of.
4. Denver This defense is legit. So, by the way, is the quarterback.
5. Cincinnati Off to a terrific start, Andy Dalton will be judged in January.
6. Atlanta Playing big in the fourth quarter for new coach Dan Quinn.
7. Carolina Built in Ron Rivera’s image — physical and resolute.
8. Dallas Defense didn’t show up when it counted.