NFL Power Rankings Week 7: The League's 10 Best QBs Heading Into Week 7

We are now onto Week 7 of the NFL season, oh how time flies. As we approach this week, some quarterbacks have clearly separated themselves from the pack.  While a few have separated themselves their are still a few that haven't, like the guy in the picture above. Here are the top 10 quarterbacks in the NFL.

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No. 10: Matt Ryan

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PHILADELPHIA - OCTOBER 17: Matt Ryan #2 of the Atlanta Falcons passes against the Philadelphia Eagles during their game at Lincoln Financial Field on October 17, 2010 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)

Ryan has led the Atlanta Falcons to a 4-2 start this season, while compiling some decent numbers so far.  Ryan has put up 1165 yards while boasting a completion percentage of just over 61 percent, while posting seven touchdowns and three interceptions.  This puts Ryan at a rating of 86.9, which isn't stellar, but isn't bad.  Expect Ryan to lead the Falcons to a playoff berth even after being dismantled last week by the Eagles.

No. 9: Ben Roethlisberger

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PITTSBURGH - OCTOBER 17: Ben Roethlisberger #7 of the Pittsburgh Steelers reacts after throwing a fourth quarter touchdown pass while playing the Cleveland Browns on October 17, 2010 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Pittsburgh won the game 28-

Coming off a four-game suspension for off the field conduct, Big Ben came out with quite the bang in his first game back against the Browns.  After receiving quite the applause from the crowd, Roethlisberger put up 257 yards, with three touchdowns and one interception, in the Steelers' 28-10 thrashing of the Browns.  Although he has only been playing one week, this performance will set the tone for the rest of the season for Big Ben.  Expect the Steelers to once again contend for a title.

No. 8: Jay Cutler

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CHICAGO - OCTOBER 17: Jay Cutler #6 of the Chicago Bears is hit after throwing by Raheem Brock #98 of the Seattle Seahawks at Soldier Field on October 17, 2010 in Chicago, Illinois. The Seahawks defeated the Bears 23-20. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Im

Cutler has played quite this well this year although the numbers don't show because he has missed a game an a half.  In this games he has played Cutler has put up 1,202 yards, with six touchdowns and a mere three interceptions.  Although a bit hesitant coming out of his injury, expect Cutler to continue to lead the Bears to success. 

No. 7: Aaron Rodgers

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GREEN BAY, WI - OCTOBER 17: Aaron Rogers #12 of the Green Bay Packers passes against the Miami Dolphins at Lambeau Field on October 17, 2010 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Scott Boehm/Getty Images)

Aaron Rodgers is having quite the year for the Green Bay Packers, despite not being 100 percent healthy.  He has thrown for 1,546 yards and 10 touchdowns, with only seven interceptions. Rodgers, although being hurt, has been able to lead the packers to a sub par 3-3 record although the quarterback has kept the team close in most games losing two overtime games.

No. 6: Drew Brees

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TAMPA, FL - OCTOBER 17: Quarterback Drew Brees #9 of the New Orleans Saints looks for a receiver against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game at Raymond James Stadium on October 17, 2010 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by J. Meric/Getty Images)

Brees, hasn't put up the same numbers and the Saints have not been quite the same team as they were last year.  However, that being said Brees has still put up some terrific numbers in 2010.  He has thrown for 1673 yards with 12 touchdowns and six interceptions.  Although the Saints aren't playing as well as last year, expect them to still be a contender when it comes down to the end.

No. 5: Tom Brady

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FOXBORO, MA - OCTOBER 17: Tom Brady #12 of the New England Patriots throws during a game against the Baltimore Ravens at Gillette Stadium on October 17, 2010 in Foxboro, Massachusetts. (Photo by Jim Rogash/Getty Images)

So far this season Tom Brady is again having a solid year.  Although the trading of his star receiver Randy Moss, the scrappy Brady has still figured out how to get it done.  Throughout the season Brady has thrown for 1203 yards, with 10 touchdowns and four interceptions.  Now is usually the time Brady starts to pick up steam heading into the post season, and this year will be no different, you will definitely want him on your fantasy team from here on out.

No. 4: Kyle Orton

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BALTIMORE, MD - OCTOBER 10: Kyle Orton #8 of the Denver Broncos passes against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium on October 10, 2010 in Baltimore, Maryland. Players wore pink in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The Ravens defeated the

Orton has been quite the surprise this season for most fans around the league.  Heading into the season, the Broncho's didn't even know who they were going to start at quarterback, but they made the right decision with Orton. Orton has thrown for a total of 1733 yards for eight touchdowns and three interceptions.  If he continues these numbers he will set the high for his career and leave Bears fans scratching their heads wondering why they ever got rid of him.

No. 3: Mark Sanchez

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EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - OCTOBER 11: Mark Sanchez #6 of the New York Jets throws a pass against the Minnesota Vikings at New Meadowlands Stadium on October 11, 2010 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)

Sanchez is having quite the year for the Jets.  Throughout the season he has already thrown for 1,100 yards for ten touchdowns and two interceptions.  Before this past week, Sanchez had racked up a big goose egg in the interceptions column, which shows some great improvement from last season.  Expect Sanchez to lead the Jets to the play-offs once again and possibly the Super Bowl.

No. 2: Peyton Manning

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LANDOVER, MD - OCTOBER 17: Quarterback Peyton Manning #18 of the Indianapolis Colts throws a pass against the Washington Redskins at FedExField on October 17, 2010 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)

Peyton Manning is Peyton Manning once again.  He is throwing more than ever as he is on the pace to set the NFL record for pass attempts in a season.  Manning has thrown for 1,916 with 13 touchdowns and only two interceptions.  With Manning putting up these numbers, there is no way one can count out the Colts for another Super Bowl run.

No. 1: Phillip Rivers

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ST. LOUIS - OCTOBER 17: Philip Rivers #17 of the San Diego Chargers passes against the St. Louis Rams at the Edward Jones Dome on October 17, 2010 in St. Louis, Missouri. The Rams beat the Chargers 20-17. (Photo by Dilip Vishwanat/Getty Images)

Phillip Rivers is having quite the season for the Chargers.  Although coming off of a weak performance in a loss against the Rams, he is still playing as one of the top quarterbacks in the league.  So far this season Rivers has thrown for 2,008 yards with 12 touchdowns and only five interceptions.  Although the Chargers are sort of one-demensional right now, Rivers is still having a great season and the Chargers will be a team we talk about in January.