## Eagles Soar to NFL Throne, Chargers Tumble from Top 10 in Week 16 Power Rankings
**Philadelphia, PA -** The NFL’s Week 16 power rankings have undergone a major shakeup, with the Philadelphia Eagles seizing the top spot from the injury-ravaged Detroit Lions, while the Los Angeles Chargers have plummeted out of the top 10.
### Eagles’ Dominant Surge
The Eagles (13-1) have been on a tear since their lone loss to the Washington Commanders in Week 10. Since then, they have reeled off six consecutive wins, including a convincing 34-10 victory over the Chicago Bears in Week 15.
Quarterback Jalen Hurts has been the driving force behind the Eagles’ success. The third-year signal-caller has thrown for 3,472 yards, 30 touchdowns, and just five interceptions this season, while also rushing for 760 yards and 13 scores.
“Jalen Hurts is playing at an MVP level right now,” said Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni. “He’s making plays with his arm, his legs, and his head. He’s the complete package.”
### Lions’ Injury Woes Cost Them Top Spot
The Lions (11-4) had been the surprise team of the season, but their hopes of a deep playoff run have been severely hampered by a string of injuries. Quarterback Jared Goff, running back D’Andre Swift, and wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown have all missed multiple games in recent weeks, and their absence has been felt on the field.
In Week 15, the Lions suffered a disappointing 20-17 loss to the Carolina Panthers. Goff threw for just 171 yards and an interception, while Swift and St. Brown were both held out of the game.
“It’s been a tough stretch for us,” said Lions head coach Dan Campbell. “We’ve had some key guys go down, but we’re not going to make excuses. We have to find a way to win.”
### Chargers’ Collapse Continues
The Chargers (8-6) entered the season with Super Bowl aspirations, but their hopes have been dashed by a series of poor performances. After a promising 6-1 start, the Chargers have lost five of their last eight games, including a humiliating 34-28 loss to the Indianapolis Colts in Week 15.
Quarterback Justin Herbert has struggled to find his rhythm in recent weeks, throwing for just 2,597 yards, 20 touchdowns, and 11 interceptions this season. The Chargers’ defense has also been a major disappointment, allowing 403.5 yards per game.
“We’re not playing up to our potential right now,” said Chargers head coach Brandon Staley. “We have a lot of work to do if we want to make the playoffs.”
### Other Notable Moves
* The Dallas Cowboys (11-3) move up to No. 2 after their impressive 40-34 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 15.
* The San Francisco 49ers (10-4) climb to No. 3 after their 37-20 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
* The Minnesota Vikings (11-3) drop to No. 4 after their disappointing 34-23 loss to the Detroit Lions in Week 15.
* The Cincinnati Bengals (10-4) fall to No. 5 after their 23-20 loss to the New England Patriots in Week 15.
### Playoff Picture Heats Up
With just three weeks remaining in the regular season, the playoff picture is starting to take shape. The Eagles, Cowboys, and 49ers are all in strong positions to secure first-round byes, while the Vikings, Bengals, and Lions are all battling for the remaining playoff spots.
The Chargers, once considered a Super Bowl contender, are now in danger of missing the playoffs altogether. They currently sit in ninth place in the AFC, and they need to win their remaining three games and get some help from other teams in order to qualify for the postseason.