NFL Power Rankings: Bleacher Addition (Week Two)
Week two of the NFL season is in the books, and here are the power rankings thus far.
- The Jets made the biggest leap in the rankings, moving up 10 spots. The Saints broke into the top 10 with a seven spot leap
- The Titans and Packers were the biggest losers, each dropping eight spots with poor home losses.
- The Giants move into the No. 1 spot with their road victory at Dallas and the Steelers loss to Chicago.
1. Giants (2-0): Last Week's Rankโ2
The Giants got a great come from behind road victory in Dallas, Eli Manning is proving he does not need Plaxico Burress to succeed. I wouldn't read too much into this just yet, the Giants moved up to No. 1 because of some poor performances by the previous top teams.
2. Falcons (2-0): Last Week's Rankโ3
The Falcons took care of business at home against the Panthers, they have a tough road test ahead of them at New England.
3. Colts (2-0): Last Week'sย Rankโ6
The Colts pulled off a crazy win at Miami on Monday Night Football in which they held the ball for less than 15 minutes, yet scored 27 points.
4. Ravens (2-0): Last Week'sย Rankโ10
The Ravens went on the road and pulled off the upset in San Diego. The Ravens' look like they won't have to rely on that defense as much; Joe Flacco has that offense clicking.
5. Steelers (1-1):ย Last Week's Rankโ1
The Steelers lost a tough game at Chicago, the swirling winds cost them two field goals and a victory.
6. Saints (2-0): Last Week'sย Rankโ13
The Saints have been able to make up for the inefficiencies on defense so far, but how long can they keep it up?
7. Jets (2-0): Last Week'sย Rankโ17
The Jets dominated the Patriots on defense and came away with a great win for Rex Ryan. If the defense ever lets up, they may be in trouble.
8. Vikings (2-0): Last Week'sย Rankโ9
The Vikings scared some people with a suspect first half, but Brett Favre led the troops past the Lions. The Vikings had the easiest first two games they could ask for, they will need to prove they can beat tough teams before they move further up.
9.ย Patriots (1-1): Last Week's Rankโ4
The Patriots could not back up the trash talk on the road against the Jets, their offensive struggles are worrisome.
10. 49ers (2-0): Last Week'sย Rankโ14
The 49ers picked up two much needed division wins and are looking like the team to beat in the NFC West.
11. Chargers (1-1): Last Week'sย Rankโ5
The Chargers could not stop the Ravens, despite moving the ball with ease against the great Ravens' defense. Philip Rivers had over 400 yards passing in the loss.
12. Eagles (1-1): Last Week'sย Rankโ8
The Eagles were dominated by the Saints, but when they get McNabb back they should be able to hold on to the ball longer and get the defense off the field.
13. Texans (1-1): Last Week'sย Rankโ16
The Texans picked up a huge bounce back win at division rival Tennessee, Steve Slaton needs to get on board if this team wants to go anywhere.
14. Cowboys (1-1): Last Week'sย Rankโ11
Besides being able to run the ball all over the Giants after injuring Justin Tuck, the Cowboys were terrible on both sides of the ball. Tony Romo single-handedly cost the Cowboys the game.
15. Packers (1-1): Last Week'sย Rankโ7
The Packers did not play well with Greg Jennings on the sidelines, this was a terrible home loss to the Bengals.
16. Bears (1-1): Last Week'sย Rankโ24
The Bears picked up a great win against the defending Champs, but I'm not sure they can withstand the loss of Urlacher just yet.
17. Broncos (2-0): Last Week'sย Rankโ19
The Broncos dominated on defense yet again, but this time the offense decided to show up. If they can produce on both sides of the ball like this then the Chargers should not feel so confident in the AFC West.
18. Redskins (1-1): Last Week'sย Rankโ12
The Redskins looked terrible against the Rams, but came away with the victory. Their offense has not been able to move the ball at all the first two weeks, something has to change.
19. Cardinals (1-1): Last Week'sย Rankโ20
The Cardinals will have to show up offensively if they want to win any games this year. The 49ers took them to school.
20. Titans (0-2): Last Week'sย Rankโ12
The Titans played two very good teams in the first two weeks, so it may not be time to push the panic button...yet.
21. Bills (1-1): Last Week'sย Rankโ21
The Bills were able to take care of business at home against the Bucs. They were clicking on both sides of the ball, but how long can it last?
22. Bengals (1-1): Last Week'sย Rankโ29
The Bengals picked up a solid win at Lambeau Field on Sunday, the offense is clicking but Carson Palmer needs to cut down the turnovers.
23. Seahawks (1-1): Last Week'sย Rankโ17
The Seahawks were destroyed by Frank Gore, and Matt Hasselbeck left the game with a fractured rib. It does not look good for the Seahawks.
24. Jaguars (0-2): Last Week'sย Rankโ22
The Jags really needed to bounce back with a win at home after a tough loss to the Colts, but the defense was not up to the challenge.
25. Panthers (0-2): Last Week'sย Rankโ23
The Panthers looked like they may start figuring out how to win again, but they fell just short against the Falcons on the road
26. Raiders (1-1): Last Week'sย Rankโ26.
The Raiders picked up a win against the Chiefs, but to move up any further they will have to get a win against a better team. The offense looked awful.
27. Dolphins (0-2): Last Week's Rankโ25
The Dolphins lost to the Colts despite holding the ball for more than 45 minutes, an NFL record in a loss.
28. Bucs (0-2): Last Week'sย Rankโ27
The Bucs fell behind big early and could not recover, the running game was not as potent against the Bills and it showed in the scoreboard.
29. Chiefs (0-2): Last Week'sย Rankโ28
Matt Cassel wasn't enough to put the Chiefs past the Raiders at home, what a said day for Kansas City.
30. Browns (0-2): Last Week'sย Rankโ30
The Browns' run defense was exposed by the Broncos yet again, and the Brady Quinn experiment seems to be going downhill
31. Rams (0-2): Last Week'sย Rankโ31
This was yet another pathetic outing by the Rams, but they were almost matched in mediocrity by the Redskins, were it not for a late turnover, the Rams would have won the game.
32. Lions (0-2): Last Week'sย Rankโ32
The Lions started the game up 10-0 and ended it down 27-13...with a 10-7 lead at half time it seemed we were just waiting for the Vikings to start trying and put the Lions away.

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