The NFL season is heating up. Week 5 is in the books, and Missing the Point is back with your definitive Week 6 Power Rankings. Dave Clarke, Bobby Kelly, and Mike Marcangelo bring their trademark mix of stats, humor, and debate to break down every major storyline from around the league — including Joe Flacco’s shocking trade to the Bengals, Baker Mayfield’s MVP campaign, and Drake Maye’s breakout win for the New England Patriots.

The guys start with the biggest headlines across the NFL:
• Joe Flacco traded to the Cincinnati Bengals, stepping in for Joe Burrow as the veteran stopgap. Can he keep their season alive until Burrow returns in late November?
• The Cleveland Browns’ decision to trade Flacco leaves everyone questioning their long-term plan.
• The Baker Mayfield MVP conversation heats up — is this finally his redemption year, or another early-season mirage?

Then the crew dives into our teams:
• New England Patriots (3-2): Mike calls their 23-20 win over Buffalo “the biggest victory since Tom Brady left.” Drake Maye continues to impress, Bill Belichick and Mike Vrabel’s defense looks elite, and Christian Gonzalez’s return has re-energized the secondary. Can New England push to 10 wins and contend for the AFC East crown?
• Dallas Cowboys (2-2-1): The Cowboys beat the Jets, and suddenly the offense is humming again. Bobby wonders if this team is better than we thought, while Dave questions whether their defense can hold up.
• Chicago Bears (2-2): On a bye week, but still under the microscope. Dave remains optimistic about the coaching staff and defensive improvement, while Bobby and Mike are skeptical that Justin Fields can make the leap.

The discussion then shifts to potential cross-offs — teams already fighting to stay alive:
Jets (0-5), Titans (1-4), Giants (1-4), Saints (1-4), Dolphins (1-4), Raiders (1-4), Browns (1-4), Ravens (1-4), Cardinals (2-3), Texans (2-3), Falcons (2-2), and Panthers (2-3).
The guys officially add the Saints to the Cross-Off list this week — right after the Titans win the moment they get crossed off.

They also look at teams on the rise — the Honorable Mentions climbing the board:
49ers (4-1), Commanders (3-2), Seahawks (3-2), Patriots (3-2), Broncos (3-2), Vikings (3-2), Chiefs (2-3), Bengals (2-3), Bears (2-2), and Cowboys (2-2-1).

Finally, it’s time for the Official BK Top 10 Power Rankings:
10. Jaguars (4-1) – A surprise breakout, powered by Travis Hunter’s playmaking and a tough defense.
9. Rams (3-2) – Stafford still delivering under pressure.
8. Steelers (3-1) – The AFC’s grittiest 3-1 team.
7. Chargers (3-2) – Herbert needs help, but they keep hanging around.
6. Packers (2-1-1) – Finding ways to win ugly.
5. Colts (4-1) – Daniel Jones playing efficient football and forcing the league to pay attention.
4. Buccaneers (4-1) – Baker Mayfield continues his unlikely MVP rise.
3. Lions (4-1) – Balanced and confident.
2. Bills (4-1) – Drake Maye just gave them their first real test.
1. Eagles (4-1) – Still the most complete roster in football.

The crew debates the biggest surprises of the week:
• Are the Chiefs no longer elite after dropping to 2-3?
• Are the Colts and Bucs legitimate contenders or pretenders?
• Can Trevor Lawrence and the Jaguars stay consistent?
• And who’s next to get crossed off the playoff board?

This is your ultimate NFL Week 6 breakdown — full of data, context, and hard truths from three die-hard football fans.

Chapters
00:00 Intro and show overview
03:00 Joe Flacco traded to the Bengals
09:30 Baker Mayfield MVP odds and early case
15:40 Patriots beat the Bills — biggest win of the Drake Maye era
23:20 Mike Vrabel’s defense and Belichick’s adjustments
30:40 Cowboys beat Jets — are they underrated?
38:00 Bears bye week and Fields’ development
45:00 Cross-Off segment — Saints join the list
51:20 Honorable Mentions climbing up
57:40 Official BK Top 10 Power Rankings
01:09:00 Chiefs’ collapse and AFC playoff picture
01:16:00 Final predictions and Week 6 matchups

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