NFL power rankings Week 8: Who's No. 1 after 49ers, Chiefs lose first games?

The NFL power rankings for Week 8 of the 2026 season have been released. This update follows the first losses experienced by both the 49ers and the Chiefs, leading to a shift in the standings. The current rankings evaluate which team now claims the No. 1 spot after these unexpected results. Each team's new position is listed alongside their previous rank in parentheses to illustrate the movement within the league's competitive hierarchy entering the next week.