Week 15 is in the books \u2013 it was characterized by another slate of totally shocking results, underwhelming performances from previously highly ranked teams and by amazing shutout performances from some of the other elite teams in the Wild World of the NFL. The Week 16 Power Rankings certainly reflects the fluidity of the ever-changing league with just two weeks to go. <\/p>\n
Enough talk \u2013 let\u2019s get on with Dave B\u2019s Week 16 edition of the Rankings!<\/p>\n
1. BRONCOS<\/strong> (3) \u2013 the Broncos have won nine straight games and with a quality running game and elite passing attack and solid defense, there is little reason to expect this team to slow down the rest of the Regular season. Denver is a scary team \u2013 finally at the pinnacle of Dave B\u2019s Power Rankings!<\/p>\n 2. 49ERS<\/strong> (4) \u2013 The Niners nearly let a four touchdown advantage slip through their paws on Sunday but when it mattered this team delivered. The Patriots looked like the overwhelming favorite to win it all this year before they ran into the 49ers \u2013 arguably the most complete team in the NFL at the moment.<\/p>\n 3. PATRIOTS<\/strong> (1) \u2013 From dominating on Monday night to being dominated Sunday night, the Patriots had a 1st half to forget! But they did make a game of it and deserve a mulligan for Sunday\u2019s ugly performance. It is unlikely they turn over the ball four times again this season – they are still an elite NFL team and therefore the Pats have to stay in the top 3.<\/p>\n 4. TEXANS<\/strong> (2) \u2013 clinched the AFC South against Andrew Luck and company in Week 15 \u2013 a true bounce back after getting pummeled by the Pats the week before. They have the best record in the NFL but balance has them Top 5. Now if the defense would get back to early season form!<\/p>\n 5. FALCONS<\/strong> (5) \u2013 The Falcons came up with a statement game for the ages in Week 15 \u2013 a shutout win against the defending champs! Despite the best record in the NFL the Falcons still aren\u2019t getting a whole lotta love. But with home field advantage nearly sewed up it is difficult to bet against this team!<\/p>\n 6. PACKERS<\/strong> (6) \u2013 The Packers officially won the NFC North \u2013 unbelievable after a pedestrian start to the season! They got Clay Matthews back from injury in Week 15 and he made an impact. More of the regulars are slated to return which makes the Pack a scary team down the stretch. Are you betting against Aaron Rodgers?<\/p>\n 7. SEAHAWKS<\/strong> (9) \u2013 Last nine quarters: Seattle 114, Foes 17. The Seahawks have won five of six, and in five of the last six, Russell Wilson has a passer rating over 100 and had three rushing touchdowns against Buffalo. The Seahawks are a legitimate Super Bowl contender, and Wilson is afraid of nothing. But it’s hard to imagine a playoff-green team with a rookie quarterback winning three straight on the road in January, which is what they’ll almost certainly have to do to make it to New Orleans.<\/p>\n 8. REDSKINS<\/strong> (13) \u2013 The Skins are in the driver\u2019s seat to win the NFC East? It\u2019s true \u2013 wins in their last two games has them in the playoffs \u2013 unbelievable. Even with Kirk Cousins in at QB this team has shown a will to win thanks to Alfred Morris and a defense that has steadily gotten better as the season has worn on.<\/p>\n 9. BENGALS<\/strong> (12) \u2013 The Bengals looked great in all aspects of the game against Philadelphia and they currently own the 6th seed in the AFC. They have Baltimore and Pittsburgh left on the schedule \u2013 wins in those games will make them a much deserved playoff team.<\/p>\n 10. GIANTS<\/strong> (7) \u2013 Ugh! The Giants continued their Jekyll and Hyde season with one of the ugliest games I can remember this team playing! New York is suddenly on the outside of the playoff picture looking in but we have seen this act before haven\u2019t we? [soliloquy id=”82219″]<\/p>\n 11. COLTS<\/strong> (8) \u2013 just need one win in their last two games in order to qualify for the playoffs \u2013 they have KC and Houston left on the schedule. No shame in losing to the Texans in Week 15 \u2013 nearly everyone has this year!<\/p>\n 12. RAVENS<\/strong> (10) \u2013 are 0-3 in the month of December and are slipping off the radar. Injuries on defense could be blamed but Joe Flacco and the offense have not exactly been doing their jobs either! Remember when the Ravens were 9-2? Seems like a long time ago!<\/p>\n 13. COWBOYS<\/strong> (14) \u2013 It\u2019s hard to believe that the Cowboys are still alive but they are and have an 8-6 record! An OT win against Pittsburgh really showed in Week 15! They have to win out to guarantee a playoff spot and with New Orleans coming to town in Week 16, they will be in very tough!<\/p>\n 14. BEARS<\/strong> (11) \u2013 The Bears are 1-5 in their last six games and are a far cry from the team that occupied the top 3 form many weeks this season. The defense has taken a major step back due to injuries and the offense is not near the level they need to be to be considered among the elite teams in the NFL. One more loss and the playoffs are out of reach \u2013 so is a top 15 spot on my Weekly Rankings!<\/p>\n 15. STEELERS<\/strong> (15) \u2013 Like the Bears injuries on defense have taken this team back a step or two. They have a chance to make the playoffs despite some unflattering recent play \u2013 Cincinnati in Week 16 is a HUGE game!<\/p>\n 16. VIKINGS (18)<\/strong> Dave B\u2019s NFL Power Rankings – Week 16 Week 15 is in the books \u2013 it was characterized by another slate of totally shocking results, underwhelming performances from previously highly ranked teams and by amazing shutout performances from some of the other elite teams in the Wild World of the NFL. 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