week 8 power rankings

(5-2) W1

An absolute great bounceback win against Tampa. Sure, Tampa was dealing with it's own injuries, but so is Detroit, but the key difference between the game in Kansas City and the one against Tampa, is they were willing to run man coverage against Tampa, and it worked. This is the best roster in the NFL when healthy, but even when not healthy, they are capable of doing that to what was my number 1 team.

(6-1) W3

You simply have to respect the record when it comes to the Colts. Have they played relatively weak competition? Slightly. I think this Indy Offense doesn't have anything to prove, putting up big performances against good Broncos, Chargers, and Rams defenses. They arguably should be undefeated. I think this team is as for real as any other team in the league.

(5-2) W1

Seattle just turned it over against the number one defense FOUR times, and still won very comfortably. I think that is a testament to how well-rounded they are, as they have an elite defense and offense.

(5-2) L1

Not a great looking loss, as you would have hoped they could claw back a little bit late in the game, but never did. Injuries did hurt them pretty bad, but they are going to have to find a way to beat these juggernaut teams.

(4-2) L2

A much needed bye week after dropping two in a row.

(5-2) W2

Rams were coming off a weak win against the Ravens, and just whooped the Jags in London. The passing offense was just fine without Puka.

(5-2) W1

I don't think anyone can say much about the passing offense now, as it looked elite against a top defense. The one thing I am concerned about, is the rushing offense. Saquon isn't averaging a great YPC, and doesn't have the home-run plays he would have on a weekly basis last year.

(4-1-1) W2

Ugly, ugly win. The roster is there, the talent is there, they just need to start winning a little more comfortably.

(5-2) W4

What a comeback. Now, I will say, I was hoping for a better performance against a rookie QB with this defense, but it showed up when it mattered. Denver just needs to put it together for 4 quarters.

(4-3) W2

That was a commanding win against the Raiders, but I'm holding off on moving them up for a couple of reasons: They Lost Norman-Lott to an ACL tear, who was their best performing D-lineman, and I don't give much credit for beating a terrible Raiders team without their best two players, at home.

(5-2) W4

Drake Maye just broke another franchise record for completion percentage in a game. The defense has worried me at times, but I think it is a legit full unit.

(5-2) W1

I've been back and fourth on this team a lot this season, but at the end of the day, they are 5-2, and are starting to get a tiny bit more healthy, especially on offense. This team could be pretty dangerous if they buy at the deadline.

(4-3) L2

Not gonna dock them too hard for a loss against a good team in London. However, if they lose again, then the season may start looking not so good.

(4-2) W4

They played pretty close against the Saints, and the passing offense wasn't all there, but it was enough for me to have some confidence in them.

(4-2) L1

Hate to say I was right, but I knew I wasn't high on this team for a reason. The defense is not nearly as good as people think.

(3-4) L2

The wheels are about to fall off the wagon for this Washington team. They can't afford to lose Daniels again, yet they can't afford to lose too many more games either. Not a great situation for them.

(4-3) L1

I was wrong last week, but Alt should be back for Thursday night football. A huge add back to this lineup for LA.

(3-3) L1

The potential is still there, and the record isn't too shabby for this team. I wouldn't be too shocked if this team bounces back next week, as that seems to be a trend for them.

(3-3-1) W1

The defense improved last week against Washington. It may have been against Marcus Mariota for about a half, but it is still an improvement, and maybe a get right game for the defense. If the defense can improve, this is a borderline top 10 team.

(2-4) L1

The offense is going to have to find an identity, and find it soon.

(3-3) L1

The QB play from this team has not been great, yet they stay at .500. I hope JJ McCarthy can show some development throughout the year.

(1-5) L4

The Ravens are supposed to get Lamar back this week. If they are about to turn their season around, It has to start this week.

(4-3) W3

Not a good win. The Jets were lost all game and didn't know what QB they wanted to play, and they only took advantage for 13 points? Not a good look.

(3-4) W1

The Bengals season is salvageable. They looked solid with Flacco, and I think if he can keep them around .500, they have a chance to make the postseason.

(2-5) L5

Five straight losses is not a good look for the Cardinals, as their most competitive games have been with Jacoby Brissett at the helm.

(2-5) W1

Was it a good win? Sure. Did the Dolphins kind of hand it to them? Pretty much.

(2-5) L1

Have no clue what to think of this team in the slightest. They beat the Eagles, then blow a huge lead to the Broncos, it doesn't make much sense.

(1-6) L2

First time where Rattler didn't look too great as the QB of this team. However, he has looked solid the previous 6 weeks, but it is something to monitor throughout the season.

(2-5) L1

Just not even remotely competitive in any way, pretty embarassing loss.

(1-6) L3

I think almost everyone is to blame for this loss, Tua, McDaniels, the defense, the GM, ownership, the list goes on. Going to need to clean house.

(1-6) L2

Not really a bad loss, but I can't move them up any.

(0-7) L7

They are finding new ways to lose every week. It's truly a little sad.