Ridin' The Waiver
2025 Season
Power Rankings
Week 5 • Updated Nov 11, 1:32pm
All but locked into the playoffs with a 100% chance to make it and a 97% shot at a first-round bye. This team has done the heavy lifting and now controls their own destiny. They're not just making the playoffs - they're positioning themselves for a deep run.
Strengths
In the hunt for a first-round bye with 35% odds, sitting at 4-1. This team is right in the thick of the bye week race. Every game matters for playoff seeding now. Win and they move closer to that coveted bye. Slip up and it could slip away.
Strengths
In the hunt for a first-round bye with 45% odds, sitting at 4-1. This team is right in the thick of the bye week race. Every game matters for playoff seeding now. Win and they move closer to that coveted bye. Slip up and it could slip away.
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Concerns
Catching fire at exactly the right time with a hot streak that has them surging up the standings. After a 3-2 start, this team has found their identity and is rolling. The recent performances suggest they're just hitting their peak, and that's terrifying for their opponents.
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Concerns
Off to a strong start with 90% playoff odds. This early in the season, they've built a great foundation. Keep this up and the playoffs are all but guaranteed.
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Concerns
Right in the playoff mix at 68% odds, but recent performances suggest they need to tighten things up. They're in a tight race with 2 other teams. The good news? There's still plenty of time to course correct and get back on track. 9 games left to prove they belong.
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Concerns
Managing a 3-2 record despite wildly inconsistent week-to-week performances that have everyone guessing which version of this team will show up. The variance is extreme - they can beat anyone or lose to anyone depending on the week. Finding some consistency would make them a real threat.
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Concerns
Playoff odds aren't great at 18%, but recent strong performances show this team is finding their groove. This early, there's still time to make a run if they keep this momentum going. With 9 games left, stranger things have happened.
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Building momentum recently after an inconsistent start that had their 2-3 record looking shaky. The recent weeks suggest they've finally figured out their lineup and are putting it together when it matters most. The early-season struggles might be in the rearview mirror.
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Concerns
Struggling with a 1-4 record that's actually even worse than it should be given their performance. This team isn't good, but they've also been genuinely unlucky on top of their struggles. Sometimes the fantasy gods just aren't on your side, and this is one of those seasons.
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Concerns
In crisis mode with a 1-4 record that reflects consistently poor performances across the board. Low scoring, high variance, and not many bright spots to point to. This team needs a complete overhaul to salvage anything from this season. It's been tough to watch.
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Concerns
On life support with just 21% playoff odds - this team needs a miracle. The math says they're almost done, but the season isn't over yet. With so many teams ahead of them, the path to playoffs is nearly impossible. With 9 games left, they're playing for pride and spoiler duty at this point.