NFL Week 6 Preview: Undefeated 49ers Lead, Chargers Scrutinized, Jaguars Target London Sweep
The NFL entered Week 6 of its 2026 season with three teams unbeaten, the San Francisco 49ers atop the power rankings, the Los Angeles Chargers facing scrutiny of head coach Jim Harbaugh, and the Jacksonville Jaguars aiming to complete a London sweep, CNN reported. Earlier in the week, NFL. com said the Vikings and Patriots broke into the top ten of the Week 6 power rankings while the Eagles and Saints fell sharply. NBC Sports highlighted the Vikings, Steelers and Jaguars as top fantasy defensive units for the week. CBS Sports noted the 49ers led the rankings after a 5-0 start, with the Packers climbing ten spots. Yahoo Sports reported the Chiefs remained unbeaten at 4-0 despite injury concerns.
Sports Illustrated reported the Jaguars rose to No. 2 behind the Seahawks in the Week 5 rankings. The New York Post noted the Vikings, 49ers and Chiefs were 4-0 entering Week 5, with the Vikings winning two games without an offensive touchdown, a rarity since 1923. FOX Sports said the Chiefs ascended to the top of the Week 5 rankings. The Arizona Republic indicated the 49ers held the No. 1 spot ahead of Week 5.
