That’s right kids – the NFL Power Rankings are back and ready to be debated ad nauseum! Here’s my top and bottom five after Week 1 – what’s yours?
1. Indianapolis Colts (1-0)
Indy held the number one ranked offense in 2006 to just 293 yards and made Drew Brees look like Drew Henson (post UM days that is). Oh yeah, and the offense appears to already be in postseason form.
2. New England Patriots (1-0)
Obviously Randy Moss’s impact was huge, but I worry about Laurence Maroney only gaining 72 yards on 20 carries. It’s not like the Jets have an outstanding run defense, but maybe the second year back just needs to shake off the rust.
3. San Diego Chargers (1-0)
I think the biggest take away from the Chargers win over the Bears was that Norv Turner is going to continuously find mismatches for Antonio Gates. He seemed wide open all day.
4. Seattle Seahawks (1-0)
I know – big deal beating the Bucs, right? Don’t fall asleep on the Hawks with Shaun Alexander (107 yards, 1 TD) and Matt Hasselbeck (222, 1 TD) appearing healthy again.
5. Dallas Cowboys (1-0)
The ‘Boys defense was atrocious at times, but how comfortable did Tony Romo look? I thought the way he softened up the Giants zone by hitting Jason Witten throughout the first half was excellent. That allowed him to find T.O. for big gains later in the game.
28. Buffalo Bills (0-1)
The Bills gave a hell of an effort against the Broncos on Sunday, but they still gave up 470 yards and only racked up 184. Nice game J.P. (97 yards, 1 INT).
29. Atlanta Falcons (0-1)
What’s amazing about Joey Harrington is not only does he throw a lot of interceptions – he throws a lot of interceptions for touchdowns.
30. Oakland Raiders (0-1)
The Raiders showed a little fire offensively, which will go a long way if the defense can put up similar numbers as last season.
31. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (0-1)
The Bucs deserve a pass for playing in Seattle to start the season, but that offense looks as ferocious as Marge Simpson.
32. Cleveland Browns (0-1)
This team has some talent, but incompetent coaching seems to be an issue every year. I’m willing to bet this is Romeo’s last season.
