NFL Power Rankings Week 9: Steelers Fall, Who Takes Over the No. 1 Spot?

NFL power rankings for Week 9 are up throughout the Internet, but with Week 8 of the 2010 NFL season ending, here are my most recent and updated power rankings.

This has truly been the year of surprises and inconsistencies with many teams across the league, but nothing is more shocking than the Minnesota Vikings cutting Pro Bowl wide receiver Randy Moss only four weeks after trading a third-round pick to the New England Patriots.

Think of it as the Vikes giving the Pats a free draft pick because that is literally what they did and the Pats are once again stacked with two picks in each of the first three rounds of the 2011 NFL Draft.

Without further delay, my name is Daniel Wolf and I am the NFL featured content coordinator for Bleacher Report and here are my updated NFL power rankings.

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32. Buffalo Bills (0-7)

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ORCHARD PARK, NY - OCTOBER 10: Steve Johnson #13 of the Buffalo Bills runs the sideline against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Ralph Wilson Stadium on October 10, 2010 in Orchard Park, New York. The Jaguars won 36-26 (Photo by Rick Stewart/Getty Images)

Last game: Lost 13-10 to the Chiefs

Last week's ranking: 32

Wide receiver Steve Johnson is quickly becoming a star on a team that will be a contender to pick quarterback Andrew Luck, should he come out of Stanford after his junior year.

Next game: Home vs. Bears

31. Carolina Panthers (1-6)

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CHARLOTTE, NC - OCTOBER 24: Brandon LaFell #11 of the Carolina Panthers against the San Francisco 49ers during their game at Bank of America Stadium on October 24, 2010 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)

Last game: Lost 20-10 to the Rams

Last week's ranking: 30

Wide receiver Brandon LaFell looks to be stepping into the No. 2 receiver spot opposite Steve Smith after catching his first touchdown of his NFL career against the Rams.

Next game: Home vs. Saints

30. Dallas Cowboys (1-6)

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LANDOVER, MD - NOVEMBER 16: Owner of the Dallas Cowboys, Jerry Jones, looks on during warmups before the game against the Washington Redskins on November 16, 2008 at FedEx Field in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)

Last game: Lost 22-14 to the Jags

Last week's ranking: 28

Mt. Jerry Jones is set to erupt at any given moment. You have been warned.

Next game: At Packers

29. Denver Broncos (2-6)

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LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 29: Head coach of the Denver Broncos Josh McDaniels speaks to the media during a press conference prior to the start of a team training session at The Brit Oval on October 29, 2010 in London, England. The Denver Broncos will pla

Last game: Lost 24-16 to the 49ers

Last week's ranking: 27

Head Coach Josh McDaniels is feeling the heat while the city of Denver's temperature plummets along with their football team.

Next game: Bye

28. San Francisco 49ers (2-6)

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LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 31: Troy Smith #1 of San Francisco 49ers in action during the NFL International Series match between Denver Broncos and San Francisco 49ers at Wembley Stadium on October 31, 2010 in London, England. This is the fourth occasion w

Last game: Won 24-16 over the Broncos

Last week's ranking: 31

Quarterback Troy Smith might have found a new home as the starter for the Niners for the foreseeable future.

Next game: Bye

27. Detroit Lions (2-5)

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DETROIT - OCTOBER 31: Calvin Johnson #81 of the Detroit Lions celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the fourth quarter of the game against the Washington Redskins at Ford Field on October 31, 2010 in Detroit, Michigan. The Lions defeated the Redski

Last game: Won 37-25 over the Redskins

Last week's ranking: 29

Wide receiver Calvin "Megatron" Johnson was happy to have quarterback Matthew Stafford back, since he caught three of Stafford's four touchdown passes on Sunday.

Next game: Home vs. Jets

26. Minnesota Vikings (2-5)

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MINNEAPOLIS - JANUARY 17: Quarterback Brett Favre #4 of the Minnesota Vikings congratulates wide receiver Sidney Rice #18 on his 45 yard touchdown against the Dallas Cowboys during the fourth quarter of the NFC Divisional Playoff Game at Hubert H. Humphr

Last game: Lost 28-18 to the Patriots

Last week's ranking: 23

Pro Bowl wide receiver Sidney Rice cannot get healthy enough to help this struggling Vikings team.

Next game: Home vs. Cardinals

25. Cincinnati Bengals (2-5)

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CINCINNATI - OCTOBER 31: Carson Palmer #9 of the Cincinnati Bengals gives instructions to his team during the NFL game against the Miami Dolphins at Paul Brown Stadium on October 31, 2010 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

Last game: Lost 22-14 to the Dolphins

Last week's ranking: 24

Sorry, Carson Palmer but your thumbs up is not going to help the fact your team is in sole possession of last place in the AFC North, since the Cleveland Browns already beat you once this year.

Next game: Home vs. Steelers

24. Cleveland Browns (2-5)

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CLEVELAND - OCTOBER 03: Quarterback Seneca Wallace #6 of the Cleveland Browns looks for a receiver against the Cincinnati Bengals at Cleveland Browns Stadium on October 3, 2010 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Matt Sullivan/Getty Images)

Last game: Bye

Last week's ranking: 26

Quarterback Seneca Wallace says he wants his starting job back and Head Coach Eric Mangini will have a tough choice since rookie quarterback Colt McCoy has done nothing to get benched after his first two pro starts.

Next game: Home vs. Patriots

23. San Diego Chargers (3-5)

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SAN DIEGO - OCTOBER 31: Tight end Antonio Gates #85 of the San Diego Chargers celebrates a touchdown against the Tennessee Titans in the third quarter at Qualcomm Stadium on October 31, 2010 in San Diego, California. The Chargers defeated the Titans 33-2

Last game: Won 33-25 over the Titans

Last week's ranking: 25

Tight end Antonio Gates is absolutely dominating the competition this year and has 40 receptions for 663 yards and nine touchdowns.

Next game: At Texans

22. Arizona Cardinals (3-4)

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GLENDALE, AZ - SEPTEMBER 02: Quarterback John Skelton #19 of the Arizona Cardinals throws a pass during preseason NFL game against the Washington Redskins at the University of Phoenix Stadium on September 2, 2010 in Glendale, Arizona. The Cardinals defea

Last game: Lost 38-35 to the Bucs

Last week's ranking: 19

Head Coach Ken Whisenhunt may not be on the hot seat as some of the other struggling teams' coaches, but he really needs to find out if the quarterback of the future is on his roster and now might be the time to start playing the very raw John Skelton.

Next game: At Vikings

21. Oakland Raiders (4-4)

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OAKLAND, CA - OCTOBER 31: Darren McFadden #20 of the Oakland Raiders runs aroung Marcus Trufant #23 of the Seattle Seahawks at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum on October 31, 2010 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

Last game: Won 33-3 over the Seahawks

Last week's ranking: 22

Running back Darren McFadden is really showing his true value as a former first-round pick and after eight games has nearly 700 yards rushing with a 5.5 yard per carry average.

Next game: Home vs. Chiefs

20. Jacksonville Jaguars (4-4)

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ARLINGTON, TX - OCTOBER 31: Quarterback David Garrard #9 of the Jacksonville Jaguars drops back to pass against the Dallas Cowboys at Cowboys Stadium on October 31, 2010 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Last game: Won 35-17 over the Cowboys

Last week's ranking: 21

Quarterback David Garrard looked to be playing like he was in 2009 throwing four touchdowns and zero interceptions while beating down the Cowboys on Sunday.

Next game: Bye

19. St. Louis Rams (4-4)

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ST. LOUIS - DECEMBER 20: James Laurinaitis #59 of the St. Louis Rams reacts to a play during the game against the Houston Texans at Edward Jones Dome on December 20, 2009 in St. Louis, Missouri. (Photo by Dilip Vishwanat/Getty Images)

Last game: Won 20-10 over the Panthers

Last week's ranking: 20

Linebacker James Laurinaitis is quietly having a solid year in his second season, but that is getting overshadowed by how well the 2010 No. 1 overall pick Sam Bradford is playing.

Laurinaitis has 54 total tackles, two sacks, one interception, and three passes defended.

Next game: Bye

18. Washington Redskins (4-4)

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DETROIT - OCTOBER 31: Donovan McNabb #5 of the Washigton Redkins warms up prior to the start of the game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on October 31, 2010 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Leon Halip/Getty Images)

Last game: Lost 37-25 to the Lions

Last week's ranking: 15

Rex Grossman over Donovan McNabb? Whatever.

Next game: Bye

17. Chicago Bears (4-3)

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CHICAGO - OCTOBER 24: Jay Cutler #6 of the Chicago Bears walks off the field after throwing an interception against the Washington Redskins at Soldier Field on October 24, 2010 in Chicago, Illinois. The Redskins defeated the Bears 17-14. (Photo by Jonatha

Last game: Bye

Last week's ranking: 17

Did the bye week give quarterback Jay Cutler enough time to forget his terrible passing performance one week earlier?

Next game: At Bills

16. Miami Dolphins (4-3)

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MIAMI - SEPTEMBER 26: Receiver Brandon Marshall #19 of the Miami Dolphins shouts during a game against the New York Jets at Sun Life Stadium on September 26, 2010 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Marc Serota/Getty Images)

Last game: Won 22-14 over the Bengals

Last week's ranking: 18

The Fins need to figure out how to get the ball into the hands of receiver Brandon Marshall in the red zone, since he only has one touchdown so far this season.

Next game: At Ravens

15. Seattle Seahawks (4-3)

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SEATTLE - AUGUST 21: Quarterback Charlie Whitehurst #6 of the Seattle Seahawks celebrates after the Seahawks scored a touchdown during the preseason game against the Green Bay Packers at Qwest Field on August 21, 2010 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Ot

Last game: Lost 33-3 to the Raiders

Last week's ranking: 11

After getting beaten by the Raiders, is it time for quarterback Charlie Whitehurst to get his shot at starting?

Next game: Home vs. Giants

14. Houston Texans (4-3)

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INDIANAPOLIS - NOVEMBER 01: Matt Schaub #8 of Houston Texans throws a pass during the NFL game against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium on November 1, 2010 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

Last game: Lost 30-17 to the Colts

Last week's ranking: 9

The once-high hopes that Texans fans had for their team seem to be dwindling after losing three of their last five games.

Next game: Home vs. Chargers

13. Philadelphia Eagles (4-3)

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JACKSONVILLE, FL - SEPTEMBER 26: Quarterback Michael Vick #7 of the Philadelphia Eagles prepares to come out of the tunnel to take on the Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Field on September 26, 2010 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Doug Benc/Getty Im

Last game: Bye

Last week's ranking: 14

Welcome back, Michael Vick, you were sorely missed.

Next game: Home vs. Colts

12. Green Bay Packers (4-3)

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EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - OCTOBER 31: Clay Matthews #52 of the Green Bay Packers celebrates a play as LaDainian Tomlinson #21 of the New York Jets looks on on October 31, 2010 at the New Meadowlands Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Jim McIs

Last game: Won 9-0 over the Jets

Last week's ranking: 16

Clay Matthews is playing like a man possessed with 9.5 sacks so far this season.

Next game: Home vs. Cowboys

11. Tennessee Titans (5-3)

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JACKSONVILLE, FL - OCTOBER 18: Quarterback Vince Young #10 of the Tennessee Titans grimaces in pain during the first quarter against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the game at EverBank Field on October 18, 2010 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by J. Me

Last game: Lost 33-25 to the Chargers

Last week's ranking: 4

The Titans fell despite quarterback Vince Young playing a great game.

Next game: Bye

10. New Orleans Saints (5-3)

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NEW ORLEANS - OCTOBER 31: Drew Brees #9 of the New Orleans Saints looks for a receiver during the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at the Louisiana Superdome on October 31, 2010 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Matthew Sharpe/Getty Images)

Last game: Won 20-10 over the Steelers

Last week's ranking: 13

Quarterback Drew Brees bounced back from his four-interception performance the week prior to beat the Steelers, who were the previous No. 1-ranked team in last week's NFL power rankings.

Next game: At Panthers

9. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (5-2)

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GLENDALE, AZ - OCTOBER 31: LaGarrette Blount #27 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers gets away from Kerry Rhodes #25 of the Arizona Cardinals at University of Phoenix Stadium on October 31, 2010 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

Last game: Won 38-35 over the Cardinals

Last week's ranking: 12

Undrafted rookie running back LeGarrette Blount has really taken over as the primary running back for the Bucs after running for over 100 yards with a 5.5 yard per carry average and two touchdowns this past Sunday.

Next game: At Falcons

8. Kansas City Chiefs (5-2)

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KANSAS CITY, MO - OCTOBER 24: Jamaal Charles #25 of the Kansas City Chiefs in action during the game against the Jacksonville Jaguars on October 24, 2010 at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

Last game: Won 13-10 over the Bills

Last week's ranking: 10

Running backs Jamaal Charles and Thomas Jones are the top one-two combo in the NFL with both over 500 yards on the ground and Charles having nearly 700.

Next game: At Raiders

7. NY Giants (5-2)

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HOUSTON - OCTOBER 10: Hakeem Niks #88 of the New York Giants in action during the game against the Houston Texans at Reliant Stadium on October 10, 2010 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

Last game: Bye

Last week's ranking: 8

With a week off to get refreshed, receiver Hakeem Nicks looks to continue his dominating second year play this season.

Next game: At Seahawks

6. Baltimore Ravens (5-2)

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FOXBORO, MA - OCTOBER 17: Joe Flacco #5 of the Baltimore Ravens paces the sideline in the second half during a game against the New England Patriots before a game at at Gillette Stadium on October 17, 2010 in Foxboro, Massachusetts. (Photo by Jim Rogash

Last game: Bye

Last week's ranking: 7

Quarterback Joe Flacco and the rest of the team should be focused after getting a week off from this season, but it is back to work now.

Next game: Home vs. Dolphins

5. Atlanta Falcons (5-2)

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ATLANTA - OCTOBER 24: Roddy White #84 of the Atlanta Falcons scores a touchdown against the Cincinnati Bengals at Georgia Dome on October 24, 2010 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Last game: Bye

Last week's ranking: 6

The Falcons are yet another high-ranked team that had the week off and should be ready to get back to their dominating ways on the football field.

Next game: Home vs. Bucs

4. NY Jets (5-2)

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EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - OCTOBER 31: Rex Ryan, head couch of the New York Jets walks off the field at the end of a game against the Green Bay Packers on October 31, 2010 at the New Meadowlands Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The Packers defeated the

Last game: Lost 9-0 to the Packers

Last week's ranking: 2

Getting shutout at home must be a hard thing for Head Coach Rex Ryan's ego to swallow.

Next game: At Lions

3. Pittsburgh Steelers (5-2)

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NEW ORLEANS - OCTOBER 31: Ben Roethlisberger #7 of the Pittsburgh Steelers waits before the game against the New Orleans Saints at Louisiana Superdome on October 31, 2010 in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Saints won 20-10 over the Steelers. (Photo by Karl

Last game: Lost 20-10 to the Saints

Last week's ranking: 1

The Steelers had a two-week run as the No. 1 team on this ranking but the Saints, who are the last and only other team to last for two weeks on the top, brought the Steelers down on Sunday.

Next game: At Bengals

2. Indianapolis Colts (5-2)

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INDIANAPOLIS - NOVEMBER 01: Peyton Manning #18 of Indianapolis Colts gives instructions to his team during the NFL game against the Houston Texans at Lucas Oil Stadium on November 1, 2010 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

Last game: Won 30-17 over the Texans

Last week's ranking: 5

After starting the season 2-2, quarterback Peyton Manning has the Colts back on track winning three in a row now.

Now that the Colts are rolling on a winning streak, that makes the Colts a scary team to play once again despite all the injuries on offense.

Next game: At Eagles

1. New England Patriots (6-1)

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SAN DIEGO - OCTOBER 24: Head Coach Bill Belichick of the New England Patriots during warm up against the San Diego Chargers at Qualcomm Stadium on October 24, 2010 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

Last game: Won 28-18 over the Vikings

Last week's ranking: 3

The only team remaining in the NFL with only one loss, it even looks like Head Coach Bill Belichick is basking in having the top record in the NFL in this picture.

Next game: At Browns