NFL midseason grades: 2 teams go from Super Bowl hopes to Fs, while overachieving Giants, Browns receive high praise
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Key Points:
- The Buffalo Bills lead the AFC East with a strong 7-1 record, powered by MVP-level play from Josh Allen, though their defense showed early-season struggles.
- The New England Patriots and Miami Dolphins had mixed first halves, with the Patriots at 5-4 after inconsistent performances and the Dolphins at 1-7 but showing some promise despite injuries.
- The Cincinnati Bengals and Pittsburgh Steelers both earned A grades in the AFC North, with the Bengals protecting Joe Burrow well and the Steelers relying on an effective run game and solid defense.
- The Jacksonville Jaguars top the AFC South with a 6-2 record, leading the NFL in point differential and DVOA, making a Super Bowl appearance a realistic goal this season.
- The NFC East is led by the New York Giants (5-2-1), who have exceeded expectations under John Harbaugh, while the Philadelphia Eagles struggle with a 2-7 record amid Jalen Hurts' health issues.
