The Week 16 NFL Power Rankings have a new top-dog, as the Steelers really showed they can win close games against some tough competitiveness. The NFL Power Rankings for Week 16 also show the Giants slipping a tad, along with the hot Colts rising to the experience. It is getting tight at the top, and a number of divisions still available going into week sixteen, it may be really interesting to see how the Power Rankings world themselves out starting Week 17.
12. Miami Jets (0-1) – They weren’t obliterated by the Ravens, but considering exactly how much hype has surrounded this team all offseason, Rex Ryan’s Jets looked like Super Bowl imposters. While their defense kept the Ravens at bay, had been holding far from dominating. Perhaps most telling, however, was the flustered, seemingly confused Mark Sanchez. The second-year QB only completed 7-14 throws, and also the Jets offense was a disgraceful 0-11 on third-down attempts. The Jets must not be discredited yet, but their Super Bowl-or-bust mentality should probably shift to a focus on winning their tough AFC East division first.
The Texans have a 4-6 record, and occupy last put into the AFC South. The Titans (5-5) have a three-game losing streak, however one game behind Indianapolis (6-4) and Jacksonville (6-4), Recommend directory: Bears Jersey.
12. (12) Minnesota Vikings (9-5) – A critical win kept them under control of their destiny, and something step closer possibly winning the NFC North.
Not all is gloom and trouble. At least Adrian Gonzales, their hometown first baseman, has been selected towards National League All-Star team – since it is Padre going this weeks. And, in a heart warming gift of happenstance, his older brother Edgar, a nine year veteran on the minor leagues, is now playing second base for your Padres and doing a superb job – especially in hitting.
