Week 17 NFL Power Rankings: Tom Brady Still Terrific, New Orleans Marching in

1.New England Patriots: 13-2, First AFC East (Clinched Division & Homefield Advantage)

Over his last 10 games, Tom Brady has a 24-0 TD-INT ratio. It looks as if the only team that can beat the Pats is themselves.

2.New Orleans Saints: 11-4, Second NFC South (Clinched Wild Card)

The defending champs aren't quite ready to give up their crown just yet.

3.Atlanta Falcons: 12-3, First NFC South (Clinched Wild Card)

The Falcons might have lost to the Saints on Monday night, but Matty Ice is made for clutch moments.

4.Chicago Bears: 11-4, First NFC North (Clinched Division)

Even when the defense lets up 34 points, the offense looks like it's clicking on all cylinders as they head into the postseason.

5.Pittsburgh Steelers: 11-4, T-First AFC North (Clinched Wild Card)

Ben Roethlisberger and Troy Polamalu are key cogs to any success that this team is going to have.

6.Green Bay Packers: 9-6, Second NFC North

Aaron Rodgers is proving that the GB offense is as prolific as any other in the league.

7.Baltimore Ravens: 11-4, T-First AFC North (Clinched Wild Card)

The defensive unit is not what many thought it would be, so success is going to be highly dependent on RB Ray Rice.

8.New York Jets: 10-5, Second AFC East (Clinched Wild Card)

Rex Ryan's squad clinched a playoff spot by the skin of their teeth but momentum is most certainly not on its side.

9.Philadelphia Eagles: 10-5, First NFC East (Clinched Division)

Oh, so Michael Vick is human after all.

10.Kansas City Chiefs: 10-5, First AFC West (Clinched Division)

Matt Cassel has a 27-5 TD-INT ratio, proving that he is indeed capable of being a franchise quarterback as the Chiefs are officially in the postseason.

11.Indianapolis Colts: 9-6, First AFC South

Another year and another Super Bowl that looks to be out of the grasp of Mr. Manning. 

12.New York Giants: 9-6, Second NFC East

This is what Tom Coughlin's teams do: crumble under pressure.

13.St. Louis Rams: 7-8, First NFC West

Sam Bradford isn't surprised at all that the Rams are on the verge of a playoff berth, and frankly, neither should anyone else be. Steve Spagnuolo deserves consideration for Coach of the Year.

14.Tampa Bay Buccaneers: 9-6, Third NFC South

Josh Freeman has officially arrived, but unfortunately, the Bucs play in the same division as the Falcons and Saints. There is a bright future ahead, though.

15.Jacksonville Jaguars: 8-7, Second AFC South

David Garrard is doubtful for Week 17, and it appears the Jags are going to miss the playoffs yet again.

16.San Diego Chargers: 8-7, Second AFC West

Is Norv Turner's job really safe after this massive disappointment? GM AJ Smith could find himself unemployed sooner rather than later.

17.Seattle Seahawks: 6-9, Second NFC West

Matt Hasselbeck is officially the worst starting quarterback in the league.

18.Oakland Raiders: 7-8, Third AFC West

They still need a capable player under center. Until that happens, this team will toil in mediocrity.

19.Miami Dolphins: 7-8, Third AFC East

Chad Henne isn't far behind Hasselbeck for league's worst starter, but at least he's a whole lot younger.

20.Tennessee Titans: 6-9, Third AFC South

Nobody seems to know the future of this franchise, including those associated with the team.

21.Washington Redskins: 6-9, Third NFC East

Rex Grossman actually looks good, but Mike Shanahan does not in his first season as coach.

22.Minnesota Vikings: 6-9, Third NFC North

The Vikings win against the surging Eagles, and somehow, the only thing in the headlines continues to be Brett Favre.

23.Dallas Cowboys: 5-10, Fourth NFC East

Jason Garrett deserves to have the interim tag removed from his coaching title.

24.Detroit Lions: 5-10, Fourth NFC North

Don't be surprised to see the Lions make serious postseason noise next season with a healthy Matt Stafford under center.

25.Houston Texans: 5-10, Fourth AFC South

Gary Kubiak should probably start looking for a new job.

26.Cleveland Browns: 5-10, Third AFC North

Mike Holmgren knew this would be a long-term project when he took over, didn't he?

27.Cincinnati Bengals: 4-11, Fourth AFC North

Carson Palmer, Chad Ochocinco, and Marvin Lewis should all find themselves with new homes at the start of the 2011 season.

28.Denver Broncos: 4-11, Fourth AFC West

The Tim Tebow era is underway, and the team is 2-1 with him as a starter. Where are all the critics hiding?

29.Buffalo Bills: 4-11, Fourth AFC East

The Amish Rifle (Ryan Fitzpatrick) keeps it exciting, but the Bills have way too many holes to even think about the playoffs right now.

30.San Francisco 49ers: 5-10, T-Third NFC West

The team couldn't even wait until the regular season ended to can the coach and the GM, which should tell the full story.

31.Arizona Cardinals: 5-10, T-Third NFC West

How they have managed to secure five wins is a true feat considering the lack of talent on the roster.

32.Carolina Panthers: 2-13, Fourth NFC South

Jimmy Clausen can't be this bad, can he?