Utah Archers rise to No. 1 after four straight wins, including a 16-11 victory over Denver and 13-8 over Maryland. Mac O'Keefe hit two two-pointers, Tre Leclaire had six points, and rookie Ryan Stines enters the Rookie of the Year conversation. Defense led by Brendan Lavelle and goalie Brett Dobson locked down Maryland.

Philadelphia Waterdogs jump to No. 2 after overcoming a 10-8 deficit to beat New York 11-10, then ambushing Denver 18-8. Michael Sowers and CJ Kirst led the offense, while Zach Currier added four assists and 10 ground balls.

Maryland Whipsnakes drop to No. 3 after a 13-8 loss to Utah in 100-degree heat, managing only 25% face-off wins and 18% shooting. Denver Outlaws fall to No. 4 after back-to-back blowout losses. Boston Cannons at No. 5 face Utah Friday after a sloppy loss to Carolina.

California Redwoods (4-4) and Carolina Chaos (4-5) battle for the final Western playoff spot. New York Atlas, the 2025 champs, sit last at 3-6 with 14% playoff odds and league-worst minus-21 score differential.