NFL Power Rankings Week 9 – November 8 2005

Not much changed at all in the week 9 power rankings. Almost every team ranked above their opponents won. And the week was filled with matchups of top 15 vs bottom 15 teams so nobody went anywhere. Things are more interesting when the power rankings get shaken up so let’s hope for some big upsets next week.

Rank (Pv)	Team	Record	Comment
1 (1)		8-0	While everyone one is busy crowning the Colts Super Bowl champs, let me just remind you about the 2003 Chiefs. I’m not saying that will happen to Indy but things can change in a hurry. It’s only week 9.
2 (2)		6-2	When they needed it (i.e. when Charlie Batch is the starter), their defense came up big against GB and won that game for them.
3 (3)		6-2	Denver looks like the real deal but, come playoff time, they usually play Colts to the Colts’ Patriots.
4 (4)		6-2	I guess one good passing game means we can’t criticize Ron Mexico anymore. In that case, we can’t criticize Brooks Bollinger either.
5 (5)		6-2	If you have a negative streak that needs breaking (Eli previously winless on the road), just play the Niners.
6 (6)		7-2	As much fun as it is to watch Cinci, they *really* haven’t beaten anyone yet.
7 (7)		6-2	Seattle is quietly making themselves a legit contender for the NFC crown. Alexander would be king if he played in a big media market.
8 (8)		5-4	I love the San Diego offense but can they please learn how to play defense late and knock opponents out?
9 (9)		6-2	Who cares that Carolina has won 5 in a row? They’ve got the best cheerleaders in the league!
10 (13)		5-3	The crying all the time masks the fact that Vermeil has brass balls.
11 (12)		5-3	It took a comeback win to beat Houston and I’m concerned about their offense but look at the rest of their schedule, the only good team they play is Indy. This team has to make the playoffs.
12 (18)		5-3	They get a quasi-bye week against Chris Simms and TB but then the next three games (Oak, SD, @Stl) will determine their season.
13 (14)		5-3	I love how “Keyshawned” is a word now.
14 (10)		4-4	They will still win the division. And while nobody wants to draw this team in the playoffs, they aren’t strong enough this year to win it.
15 (11)		4-4	I heard they lost a WR or something but it’s hard to find any news on it. But the problem with the team is coaching.
16 (16)		5-3	They are the San Diego Padres of the NFL.
17 (15)		4-4	Biggest game of the year coming up against Seattle. They lose and fall 3 games behind and even Seattle can’t choke away 3 games with 7 to go.
18 (17)		3-5	Look at their remaining schedules: KC, @ SD, Car, NE, @Cin. Might as well see if JP Losman is a real NFL QB because they’re not going anywhere.
19 (19)		5-3	Slip sliding away, slip sliding away / You know the nearer your destination / The more you’re slip sliding away. Ahh what could have been with Brian Griese.
20 (20)		3-5	Having a two headed running game is nice but how about a QB? The INT Freraud threw to end the game was horrendous.
21 (21)		3-5	Oakland is playing to form. Everyone knew they’d have a good offense and no defense. You can’t make Trent Green look like Joe Montana and go 72 yards in 1:45.
22 (25)		3-5	I hear they’re trying to trade for Angela Keathley and Renee Thomas who would be *perfect* for that team.
23 (22)		3-5	It’s official. Joey Harrington is a complete bust. How is it possible to lose to Brad Johnson and a team in complete disarray?
24 (29)		3-5	Go figure, a football player that expresses regret and actually means it. What is Rueben Droughns thinking?!
25 (23)		2-6	Brian Billick has a 15% approval rating. That’s about 14% higher than Anthony Wright’s.
26 (24)		2-6	He did it against the 30th ranked passing D but Brooks Bollinger earned himself a start.
27 (26)		2-7	Why would owner Tom Benson be afraid of the fans in Baton Rouge? Only about 3 of em showed up for the game.
28 (27)		2-7	There’s nothing good to say about the Titans so I just surfed their cheerleader site. Shannon is my favorite.
29 (28)		2-6	Why bother playing Kurt Warner? It’s not just that you’re already 2-5, it’s that Warner is no good. Maybe the desert heat has gotten to Denny Green’s brain.
30 (30)		1-7	Sure some of his INTs are a result of his receivers tipping the ball up in the air, but what is the excuse for Brett Favre’s fumble?
31 (31)		2-6	Brandon Lloyd is the only offensive player worth more than pocket lint on this team.
32 (32)		1-7	FireDomCapers.com is available.