The Premier Madden League regular season has officially reached its conclusion. Seventeen weeks of momentum swings, breakout runs, and heartbreaking collapses have shaped the final hierarchy. With the playoffs set to begin, Week 18 power rankings serve as both a snapshot of current strength and a reflection of each team’s season-long journey.
Here’s where every franchise stands — and what their season ultimately meant.
🏆 ELITE TIER — Championship Contenders
1. Steelers (16-1, +13 | 1736)
Pittsburgh finishes as the league’s top team with a near-perfect season. Their dominance makes them the AFC favorite and a true championship benchmark.
2. Eagles (15-1, +11 | 1730)
Philadelphia closes the year as the NFC powerhouse. A complete roster and elite execution position them as Super Bowl favorites.
3. Bears (14-2, +9 | 1662)
Chicago’s breakout season cements them as legitimate contenders. Their physical style should translate well in the postseason.
4. Colts (16-1, +6 | 1660)
Matching Pittsburgh’s record, Indianapolis finishes as one of the league’s most efficient teams. A deep playoff run feels inevitable.
5. Browns (11-6, -13 | 1640)
Cleveland stumbles slightly late but remains dangerous. Their ceiling is high enough to upset anyone in January.
6. Packers (12-5, +4 | 1617)
Green Bay ends the year strong and enters the playoffs with steady momentum and veteran poise.
🔥 CONTENDER TIER — Dangerous Playoff Teams
7. Raiders (10-6, +4 | 1582)
Vegas quietly puts together a strong year and becomes a wildcard threat capable of surprise runs.
8. Chargers (9-7, -11 | 1575)
An uneven finish cools their momentum, but their talent keeps them in the playoff conversation.
9. Giants (12-4, +5 | 1562)
New York’s consistency pays off with an excellent record and strong postseason positioning.
10. 49ers (11-6, +11 | 1549)
San Francisco peaks at the right time and looks built for playoff football.
11. Saints (10-7, +10 | 1534)
A late surge pushes New Orleans into contention and caps a resilient season.
⚖️ AVERAGE TIER — Solid but Short of Elite
12. Panthers (11-6, +26 | 1524)
Carolina posts one of the biggest late-season climbs and finishes as a surprise success story.
13. Broncos (8-8, -31 | 1524)
Denver’s .500 finish reflects inconsistency; flashes of promise never fully stabilized.
14. Buccaneers (9-8, -27 | 1502)
Tampa Bay stays competitive but fades late, narrowly missing elite status.
15. Commanders (7-9, -37 | 1497)
A sharp late decline turns a promising season into a frustrating finish.
16. Seahawks (6-11, +19 | 1494)
Seattle rebounds slightly at the end, but early struggles define their year.
🚨 STRUGGLING TIER — Missed Opportunities
17. Rams (8-9, -26 | 1470)
The Rams hover around competitiveness but never find sustained momentum.
18. Jets (8-9, +16 | 1444)
New York shows flashes of growth but remains inconsistent.
19. Bills (5-11, +9 | 1438)
Buffalo improves late yet spends most of the year rebuilding.
20. Cowboys (5-12, -10 | 1434)
Dallas underperforms expectations in a difficult season.
21. Ravens (5-11, -18 | 1434)
Baltimore struggles to maintain rhythm and slips out of contention early.
22. Chiefs (5-11, +31 | 1427)
Kansas City rallies late, hinting at future improvement.
23. Dolphins (8-9, -6 | 1426)
Miami competes hard but falls short of playoff consistency.
24. Bengals (7-10, -19 | 1421)
Cincinnati’s uneven play prevents a postseason push.
25. Vikings (5-12, -4 | 1416)
Minnesota fights but never escapes the bottom tier.
26. Texans (6-10, -4 | 1405)
Houston shows incremental progress but lacks finishing power.
27. Cardinals (5-12, -11 | 1400)
Arizona’s rebuild continues amid persistent struggles.
🔄 REBUILD TIER — Eyes on the Future
28. Jaguars (7-9, -14 | 1384)
Jacksonville shows competitiveness but needs roster growth.
29. Patriots (5-11, -3 | 1382)
New England remains in transition, focusing on development.
30. Lions (2-14, -18 | 1382)
Detroit endures a difficult year centered on rebuilding.
31. Falcons (3-14, +27 | 1381)
Atlanta improves late, offering optimism for next season.
32. Titans (4-13, -16 | 1367)
Tennessee closes a tough campaign with major offseason questions.
📊 Final Season Takeaways
- Steelers and Colts dominate the AFC landscape
- Eagles and Bears headline the NFC playoff race
- Panthers and 49ers emerge as surprise risers
- Several rebuilding teams show late-season growth heading into the offseason
The regular season is over. The road to the PML championship now begins.
