Which NFL teams can actually win the Super Bowl? Ranking all 32 at the season’s halfway point

At the NFL season’s halfway point, the article ranks which teams appear capable of winning the Super Bowl, arguing that the field is much smaller than 32. It sees six legitimate contenders and places Chicago among the fringe contenders, while noting that injuries, consistency and the remaining schedule could change the outlook.

– **Legitimate contenders:** Buffalo (7-1) leads the AFC and scores 32 points per game; San Francisco (7-1) is backed by Brock Purdy’s 17 touchdown passes and five interceptions; Kansas City (6-2) has Patrick Mahomes and a defence that has allowed 143 points.– Cincinnati (6-2) has Joe Burrow, Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, though its defence needs to be more consistent. Green Bay (6-3) has won five of its past six, and the Rams (5-4) have won three straight but need to protect Matthew Stafford and get their receivers healthy.– **Fringe contender:** Chicago (7-2) has impressed under coach Ben Johnson, but Caleb Williams’ four interceptions in his last 16 attempts against Tampa Bay highlight the risks.