Ridin' The Waiver
2025 Season
Power Rankings
Week 6 • Updated Nov 11, 1:32pm
All but locked into the playoffs with a 100% chance to make it and a 65% 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.
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Catching fire at exactly the right time with a hot streak that has them surging up the standings. After a 4-2 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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In the hunt for a first-round bye with 49% odds, sitting at 5-1. 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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All but locked into the playoffs with a 100% chance to make it and a 70% 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.
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Off to a strong start with 89% playoff odds. They've positioned themselves well heading into the second half. Keep this up and the playoffs are all but guaranteed.
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Playoff odds aren't great at 19%, 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 8 games left, stranger things have happened.
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Nearly eliminated at 10% playoff odds after a brutal run of bad luck. This team has suffered 2 genuinely unlucky losses where they scored well but lost anyway. The math for making playoffs is nearly impossible at this point, but at least they can take solace in knowing the football gods weren't on their side. 8 games left to play spoiler and restore some dignity.
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Currently at 2-4 in what's shaping up to be a highly competitive league where any team can win on any given week. This team is still writing their story, and there's plenty of season left to define who they are.
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Building momentum recently after an inconsistent start that had their 2-4 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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On life support with just 25% 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 8 games left, they're playing for pride and spoiler duty at this point.
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On life support with just 23% 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 8 games left, they're playing for pride and spoiler duty at this point.
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On life support with just 13% 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 8 games left, they're playing for pride and spoiler duty at this point.