NFL power rankings: Week 8 sees the Eagles sitting at No. 1

PHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 23: Quarterback Carson Wentz #11 of the Philadelphia Eagles throws a pass against the Washington Redskins during the first quarter of the game at Lincoln Financial Field on October 23, 2017 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Abbie Parr/Getty Images) /

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EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ – OCTOBER 22: Head coach Pete Carroll of the Seattle Seahawks reacts in the fourth quarter against the New York Giants during their game at MetLife Stadium on October 22, 2017 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Abbie Parr/Getty Images) /

team. 36. . 4-2. . Seattle Seahawks. 7

On one hand, the Seahawks needed two-plus quarters to muster up a touchdown on the road against the lowly Giants, pointing to the offensive question marks Seattle has seemingly had all season.

Yet on the other, the Seahawks defense remains as potent as its ever been. Going up a receiver-less New York squad certainly aided Seattle’s efforts here.

The 24-7 road win over the Giants did feature some solid work by quarterback Russell Wilson in the second half. Despite not having a running game in support, Wilson was nevertheless spectacular, tossing three touchdowns against zero interceptions during the game.

Meanwhile, that defense ensured the Giants couldn’t gain anymore than 177 total yards, holding the New York offense to just a 2-of-12 mark on third downs.

The Seahawks pick up two spots in our NFL power rankings this week, and that could change for even more if they’re able to handle the visiting Texans in Week 8.