12 oz of NFL Power Rankings
By Jason Marcum
Nov 21, 2013; Atlanta, GA, USA; New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) calls a play against the Atlanta Falcons during the second half at the Georgia Dome. The Saints defeated the Falcons 17-13. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
Rank
Team
Record
Comment
Prev. Week
1
New Orleans Saints
9-2
The Saints have looked stronger against stronger competition and do not have the injury/suspension concerns of the Seahawks. Monday night may decide the #1 seed in the NFC.
2
2
Seattle Seahawks
10-1
The Seahawks have now had 7 players banned for PEDs since 2011 (Sherman’s overturned). The loss of Browner and Thurmond could cost them big time. Is the “12th Man” the fans or the PEDs?
3
3
Denver Broncos
9-2
The weather may affect Manning, but I still like this team as the top in the NFL.
1
4
Carolina Panthers
8-3
The Panthers did what good teams do – they won a game in which they played poorly. The Panthers look like legitimate contenders.
5
5
Cincinnati Bengals
7-4
With the bye week, the Bengals were able to get healthy at some positions. Maualuga and Still should return this week.
6
6
New England Patriots
8-3
A big win against the Broncos, but the Patriots continue to look very shaky.
7
7
Kansas City Chiefs
9-2
After a 9 game win streak, the Chiefs are likely to enter next week on a 3 game losing streak.
4
8
Arizona Cardinals
7-4
After a beat down of the Colts, the Cardinals are no longer flying completely under the radar, but they still are not garnering much respect.
10
9
San Francisco 49ers
7-4
They beat the Redskins comfortably, but who hasn’t? The offense still does not look playoff worthy.
8
10
Dallas Cowboys
6-5
I still don’t buy into them, but someone has to win the NFC East and they have the most “talent” to do so.
14
11
Philadelphia Eagles
6-5
Speaking of teams I am not buying into, but you don’t have to be impressive in the NFC East, just less crappy than the other teams. That explains the Eagles.
12
12
Pittsburgh Steelers
5-6
From 0-4 to 5-6 and now tied for the last wild card spot. With 2 of their next 3 coming against the Ravens and Bengals, the Steelers can play their way into or back out of the playoffs.
19
13
Saint Louis Rams
5-6
They are still 4th in their own division, but they have looked very impressive of late. Are they better with Clemens?
18
14
Indianapolis Colts
7-4
They are still 7-4, hold a 2 game lead in their division, and beat SF, Sea and Den, but since losing Wayne, the Colts are 2-2 and a play or two away from 0-4.
9
15
Chicago Bears
6-5
Tied for first in the NFC North, but not being able to build a lead on GB while Rodgers is out could prove costly.
11
16
San Diego Chargers
5-6
The Chargers may have saved their season with a last second win in KC, but with 3 of their final 5 against Cin, Den and KC, they are far from out of the woods.
17
17
Tennessee Titans
5-6
The Titans are a solid team and if the season ended today, they would be the 6 seed in the AFC, I just don’t think they are ready for the playoffs.
15
18
Baltimore Ravens
5-6
The former champ is never out of it until they are mathematically eliminated. Last week’s win kept them alive, but every game from now on is basically a must win.
22
19
Green Bay Packers
5-5-1
The Packers need to keep within striking distance while Rodgers is out. The tie last week was huge. If they can stay within .5 game until Rodgers comes back, I like them to take the division.
24
20
Detroit Lions
6-5
There is no team I trust less than the Lions. There is no coach I trust less than Schwartz. Lots of talent + no discipline = disappointment.
12
21
Buffalo Bills
4-7
The Bills are only a game out of the 6 seed, but I don’t see them as a true playoff contender. They are capable of spoiling someone else’s playoff chances.
20
22
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
3-8
Schiano is apparently not going to give up his seat easily. Mike Glennon is apparently a capable QB. And, believe it or not, this team is an eyelash away from 5 or 6 wins.
28
23
New York Giants
4-7
The loss to the Cowboys was deflating. In the NFC East, they are not completely out of it, but 2 games back with 5 to play, they have more than an uphill battle.
16
24
Miami Dolphins
5-6
Like about 10 other teams, the Dolphins are tied for the 6 seed, but nothing about the Dolphins screams playoffs to me.
21
25
New York Jets
5-6
Technically in the playoff hunt, but if you watch them play, you would see they are nothing close to a playoff team…and Geno Smith is not going to be a quality NFL QB.
23
26
Washington Redskins
3-7
Last year, the Redskins won 7 in a row to make the playoffs. Outside of that stretch, RGIII is 6-15.
27
27
Oakland Raiders
4-7
Let the QB carousel in Oakland continue.
25
28
Cleveland Browns
4-7
The surprising season for the Browns looks to be over. Let the draft strategizing begin.
26
29
Minnesota Vikings
2-8-1
Wonder if Greg Jennings is regretting his decision of going somewhere to have Christian Ponder throw him passes over Aaron Rodgers?
30
30
Jacksonville Jaguars
2-9
Since starting 0-8, the Jaguars are 2-1 and have climbed out of the bottom of the rankings.
32
31
Houston Texans
2-9
One of the preseason Super Bowl favorites has dropped to 31st in the rankings and lost to the Jaguars.
29
32
Atlanta Falcons
2-9
One of the other preason Super Bowl favorites has dropped to 32nd in the rankings and have a legitimate shot at going from 13-3 to 3-13 and the #1 pick. I wonder if that has ever happened?
31
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