NFL Power Rankings: Week 4
Steelers have risen to the top with another huge win. The biggest improvements are the Arizona Cardinals (+11) and the Atlanta Falcons (+9). The Biggest loss is the Houston Texans (-10), Washington Redskins (-9), and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (-9).
1. (+5) Pittsburgh Steelers (3-0): As if Tampa Bay ever had a shot at beating the Steelers, the Steelers should feel really good that they haven't dropped a game yet. Despite all the adversity, this team is stepping up and taking charge. Charlie Batch showed why he's a valuable player to have, and the defense led by Troy Polamalu is showing why it's the best in the league.
2. (+3) Chicago Bears (3-0): The Monday Night win wasn't the prettiest victory the Bears have ever had, and neither is this 3-0 start the prettiest 3-0 start that the Bears have ever had. But that all being stated, they are 3-0, they did beat the "All-Mighty" Green Bay Packers. Julius Peppers, Brian Urlacher, and Lance Briggs showed why their defense is among the NFL's best, and not only that,Devin Hester took a Punt Return back to the house for his first TD in almost 2 years. Oh yeah, and Jay Cutler, he held his own against Aaron Rogers despite the fact that he made a couple of silly throws.
3. (-2) New Orleans Saints (2-1): Cutting Garrett Hartley isn't the answer to solving the problems of this team. First the 49ers, and now the Atlanta Falcons have beaten you down. They aren't looking the same as last season. Not only that, but Drew Brees had his "Favre" moment with that dumb pick. That all being said, no reason to panic yet, they still are the team to beat this year.
4. (+-) Indianapolis Colts (2-1): They Put the Broncos in their place, and have recovered quite nicely from their week one loss to the Texans.
5. (+3) Cincinnati Bengals (2-1): Despite completing only half his passes, throwing for 195 yards, 1 TD and 2 INT, Carson Palmer got his team the win over the shitty Panthers. Luckily for them, they got Chad Ochocinco and Terrell Owens. Plus, they got time to work out some kinks as they got the Browns and the Bucs next.
6. (-3) Green Bay Packers (2-1): 18 penalties against the Bears is unacceptable. However, they only lost by 3 points. The biggest concern they got is no Ryan Grant at Half-Back, and consequently, they are gonna rely more on the passing game of Aaron Rogers.
7. (+3) New York Jets (2-1): Are they over-hyped? Yes! Are they 2-1? Yes! Are they looking more like a factor in the NFL season? Yes! Right now, they look like the front runner in the AFC East, but not the AFC.
8. (+9) Atlanta Falcons (2-1): If there is any team that likes Garrett Hartley, it's the Atlanta Falcons. Going into New Orleans and getting a win is very impressive. Matt Ryan is proving himself more and more each week.
9. (+-) Baltimore Ravens (2-1): Joe Flacco throwing for 3 TD's against the Browns is encouraging, since the QB seems to be the one position that is most likely to bring this team down. Flacco played well, and consequently, the Ravens won.
10. (+1) Kansas City Chiefs (3-0): Every week, the Chiefs look better and better. That Flea flicker play was freaking sweet. Matt Cassel had his best game of the season with 3 TD and 1 Int. As a result, they had their biggest win of the season with a 31-10 win.
11. (+4) Philadelphia Eagles (2-1): Michael Vick is looking as good as he ever has, and has a better offense around him than he has ever had. Are they ready to win the NFC East? Yes I think so.
12. (-10) Houston Texans (2-1): Let's face it, the Dallas Cowboys wanted and needed that win more than the Texans did. That all being said, they should have played a better game.
13. (+-) New England Patriots (2-1): They got the win, and are quietly keeping themselves in the hunt for the AFC East. Don't expect things to change on that end all season. They'll be a factor all year long in getting the Division. Tom Brady's 3 TD's on Sunday were very nice, and Randy Moss getting 2 Touchdowns should help keep him happy.
14. (-7) Miami Dolphins (2-1): They could have won, and they blew an opportunity to go to 3-0 on National TV. Chris Henne threw his first pick of the season, and the return of Jason Taylor was not one that they had hoped for.
15. (+3) Tennessee Titans (2-1): The Titans are sort of in the back seat of all these good teams right now, but they looked pretty solid against the Giants. Vince Young threw for 1 TD and had no INTs. Plus Chris Johnson rushed for 2 TD's as they crushed the Giants 29-10.
16. (+8) Seattle Seahawks (2-1): They have 2 pretty decent wins against the 49ers and Chargers. The Problem is, both those teams look pretty weak right now. The Jury is still out, on whether this team is really good or not.
17. (+6) Minnesota Vikings (1-2):They needed the win against the Detroit Lions, and they got it. Now they got a bye week to get things straightened out. They better get things fixed and take advantage of the early bye, because they got the Jets in week 5 on Monday night. The best player right now for them isn't Favre, it's Adrian Peterson, who is showing why he is the best running back in the NFL.
18. (+4) Dallas Cowboys (1-2): They played like they were desperate, and it paid off. Maybe they should play like Wade Phillips' Job is on the line more often.
19. (+11) Arizona Cardinals (2-1): Much like the Falcons, a botched kick gives them the win over the Raiders. Take'em as they come.
20. (-4) San Diego Chargers (1-2): Honestly, this team is a disappointment. They should be flogged, flagellated, and mauled for their lack of energy. The Seahawks shouldn't have beaten them. Period.
21. (-9) Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2-1): Talk about falling to earth. The Steelers made these guys look terrible. They shouldn't panic, since they got the entire NFC West in their schedule, the Panthers, and the Lions. Just keep giving the ball to Cadillac Williams, and stay calm. They could produce a decent little season.
22. (-2) Denver Broncos (1-2): Perhaps using more of Tim Tebow could help.
23. (-9) Washington Redskins (1-2): Things looked so promising when they beat the Cowboys in Week 1 on Sunday night football. Then things have gone sour with the 16-30 loss to the Rams. McNabb and Shanahan got to get things back to where they should be quickly, because the Eagles are taking a firm grip on the division.
24. (-3) New York Giants (1-2): Tom Coughlin might get fired this year since his team played like a bunch of bandits against the Titans. Not looking good up in NYC for the G-Men.
25. (-6) Jacksonville Jaguars (1-2): There isn't much to say about the 3-28 shameful loss to the Eagles other than they need to rethink what they are doing. The Eagles made Monkeys of these guys.
26. (+-) Oakland Raiders (1-2): If Janikowski makes a 32 yard kick they are 2-1. So close. Things are never what Al Davis envisions in the black hole.
27. (+4) St. Louis Rams (1-2): Sam Bradford gets his first win in the NFL against Donovan McNabb and the Redskins. It's a good sign. A good feeling should be felt in St. Louis this week.
28. (-3) San Francisco 49ers (0-3): Where do we start? The Defense? The lack of rushing from Frank Gore? The bad offensive line? Mike Singletary perhaps? Listen, there are a lot of things wrong, and it isn't Alex Smith He had a good day actually . 1 TD pass, only 1 INT and he threw for 232 yards. The rest of his team needs to step up. Maybe getting a new Offensive Coordinator will fix that. Maybe.
29. (+-) Buffalo Bills (0-3): They played better against the Pats, and CJ Spiller getting 2 TD's is a good sign.
30. (-2) Carolina Panthers (0-3): If an NFL team can play like shit against you and still win by 13 points, what does that say about you? Sorry Jimmy Clausen. It's gonna be a long season.
31. (-4) Detroit Lions (0-3): Once again, this team loses.
32. (+-) Cleveland Browns (0-3): I don't really care to write about these guys, they suck.
1. (+5) Pittsburgh Steelers (3-0): As if Tampa Bay ever had a shot at beating the Steelers, the Steelers should feel really good that they haven't dropped a game yet. Despite all the adversity, this team is stepping up and taking charge. Charlie Batch showed why he's a valuable player to have, and the defense led by Troy Polamalu is showing why it's the best in the league.
2. (+3) Chicago Bears (3-0): The Monday Night win wasn't the prettiest victory the Bears have ever had, and neither is this 3-0 start the prettiest 3-0 start that the Bears have ever had. But that all being stated, they are 3-0, they did beat the "All-Mighty" Green Bay Packers. Julius Peppers, Brian Urlacher, and Lance Briggs showed why their defense is among the NFL's best, and not only that,Devin Hester took a Punt Return back to the house for his first TD in almost 2 years. Oh yeah, and Jay Cutler, he held his own against Aaron Rogers despite the fact that he made a couple of silly throws.
3. (-2) New Orleans Saints (2-1): Cutting Garrett Hartley isn't the answer to solving the problems of this team. First the 49ers, and now the Atlanta Falcons have beaten you down. They aren't looking the same as last season. Not only that, but Drew Brees had his "Favre" moment with that dumb pick. That all being said, no reason to panic yet, they still are the team to beat this year.
4. (+-) Indianapolis Colts (2-1): They Put the Broncos in their place, and have recovered quite nicely from their week one loss to the Texans.
5. (+3) Cincinnati Bengals (2-1): Despite completing only half his passes, throwing for 195 yards, 1 TD and 2 INT, Carson Palmer got his team the win over the shitty Panthers. Luckily for them, they got Chad Ochocinco and Terrell Owens. Plus, they got time to work out some kinks as they got the Browns and the Bucs next.
6. (-3) Green Bay Packers (2-1): 18 penalties against the Bears is unacceptable. However, they only lost by 3 points. The biggest concern they got is no Ryan Grant at Half-Back, and consequently, they are gonna rely more on the passing game of Aaron Rogers.
7. (+3) New York Jets (2-1): Are they over-hyped? Yes! Are they 2-1? Yes! Are they looking more like a factor in the NFL season? Yes! Right now, they look like the front runner in the AFC East, but not the AFC.
8. (+9) Atlanta Falcons (2-1): If there is any team that likes Garrett Hartley, it's the Atlanta Falcons. Going into New Orleans and getting a win is very impressive. Matt Ryan is proving himself more and more each week.
9. (+-) Baltimore Ravens (2-1): Joe Flacco throwing for 3 TD's against the Browns is encouraging, since the QB seems to be the one position that is most likely to bring this team down. Flacco played well, and consequently, the Ravens won.
10. (+1) Kansas City Chiefs (3-0): Every week, the Chiefs look better and better. That Flea flicker play was freaking sweet. Matt Cassel had his best game of the season with 3 TD and 1 Int. As a result, they had their biggest win of the season with a 31-10 win.
11. (+4) Philadelphia Eagles (2-1): Michael Vick is looking as good as he ever has, and has a better offense around him than he has ever had. Are they ready to win the NFC East? Yes I think so.
12. (-10) Houston Texans (2-1): Let's face it, the Dallas Cowboys wanted and needed that win more than the Texans did. That all being said, they should have played a better game.
13. (+-) New England Patriots (2-1): They got the win, and are quietly keeping themselves in the hunt for the AFC East. Don't expect things to change on that end all season. They'll be a factor all year long in getting the Division. Tom Brady's 3 TD's on Sunday were very nice, and Randy Moss getting 2 Touchdowns should help keep him happy.
14. (-7) Miami Dolphins (2-1): They could have won, and they blew an opportunity to go to 3-0 on National TV. Chris Henne threw his first pick of the season, and the return of Jason Taylor was not one that they had hoped for.
15. (+3) Tennessee Titans (2-1): The Titans are sort of in the back seat of all these good teams right now, but they looked pretty solid against the Giants. Vince Young threw for 1 TD and had no INTs. Plus Chris Johnson rushed for 2 TD's as they crushed the Giants 29-10.
16. (+8) Seattle Seahawks (2-1): They have 2 pretty decent wins against the 49ers and Chargers. The Problem is, both those teams look pretty weak right now. The Jury is still out, on whether this team is really good or not.
17. (+6) Minnesota Vikings (1-2):They needed the win against the Detroit Lions, and they got it. Now they got a bye week to get things straightened out. They better get things fixed and take advantage of the early bye, because they got the Jets in week 5 on Monday night. The best player right now for them isn't Favre, it's Adrian Peterson, who is showing why he is the best running back in the NFL.
18. (+4) Dallas Cowboys (1-2): They played like they were desperate, and it paid off. Maybe they should play like Wade Phillips' Job is on the line more often.
19. (+11) Arizona Cardinals (2-1): Much like the Falcons, a botched kick gives them the win over the Raiders. Take'em as they come.
20. (-4) San Diego Chargers (1-2): Honestly, this team is a disappointment. They should be flogged, flagellated, and mauled for their lack of energy. The Seahawks shouldn't have beaten them. Period.
21. (-9) Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2-1): Talk about falling to earth. The Steelers made these guys look terrible. They shouldn't panic, since they got the entire NFC West in their schedule, the Panthers, and the Lions. Just keep giving the ball to Cadillac Williams, and stay calm. They could produce a decent little season.
22. (-2) Denver Broncos (1-2): Perhaps using more of Tim Tebow could help.
23. (-9) Washington Redskins (1-2): Things looked so promising when they beat the Cowboys in Week 1 on Sunday night football. Then things have gone sour with the 16-30 loss to the Rams. McNabb and Shanahan got to get things back to where they should be quickly, because the Eagles are taking a firm grip on the division.
24. (-3) New York Giants (1-2): Tom Coughlin might get fired this year since his team played like a bunch of bandits against the Titans. Not looking good up in NYC for the G-Men.
25. (-6) Jacksonville Jaguars (1-2): There isn't much to say about the 3-28 shameful loss to the Eagles other than they need to rethink what they are doing. The Eagles made Monkeys of these guys.
26. (+-) Oakland Raiders (1-2): If Janikowski makes a 32 yard kick they are 2-1. So close. Things are never what Al Davis envisions in the black hole.
27. (+4) St. Louis Rams (1-2): Sam Bradford gets his first win in the NFL against Donovan McNabb and the Redskins. It's a good sign. A good feeling should be felt in St. Louis this week.
28. (-3) San Francisco 49ers (0-3): Where do we start? The Defense? The lack of rushing from Frank Gore? The bad offensive line? Mike Singletary perhaps? Listen, there are a lot of things wrong, and it isn't Alex Smith He had a good day actually . 1 TD pass, only 1 INT and he threw for 232 yards. The rest of his team needs to step up. Maybe getting a new Offensive Coordinator will fix that. Maybe.
29. (+-) Buffalo Bills (0-3): They played better against the Pats, and CJ Spiller getting 2 TD's is a good sign.
30. (-2) Carolina Panthers (0-3): If an NFL team can play like shit against you and still win by 13 points, what does that say about you? Sorry Jimmy Clausen. It's gonna be a long season.
31. (-4) Detroit Lions (0-3): Once again, this team loses.
32. (+-) Cleveland Browns (0-3): I don't really care to write about these guys, they suck.
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