San Francisco 49ers (6-0)

Who would have thought the 49ers would be here after a rough old offseason? Head coach Kyle Shanahan’s participation in training camp was limited due to a serious car crash , team owner Jed York’s visit to an Ohio trailer park did not end well , and one player after another endured serious injuries. Despite all this, San Francisco are full of positive vibes. They are top of a tough division and their immense defense, led by the intensity of players such as safety Malik Mustapha and Fred Warner, is complemented by an equally impressive offense.

Brock Purdy’s record-setting quarterback rating has grabbed the headlines – and rightly so, as his laser accuracy on aggressive downfield throws sets the 49ers offense apart. But there are warnings Purdy’s offensive surge may not last. Pablo Torre pretty much debunked the 49ers’ electrical substation conspiracy theory, but injuries are piling up in the receiving corps.…