Philadelphia’s defense dominated Kansas City and their offense did enough to trounce Kansas City 40-22 in Super Bowl LIX. The game wasn’t close. In fact, it was 40-6 late in the 4th quarter before Kansas City added two meaningless touchdowns in the last couple of minutes. It was enough of a beating to propel Philadelphia to my #1 ranking in my power ratings. Kansas City finished the year at #3.
[Read More]The NFL Divisional round lived up to its billing, delivering drama, surprises, and standout performances as the field narrowed to four. Here’s a breakdown of the action:
In a game befitting the postseason, Buffalo and Baltimore delivered an instant classic in the snow. The Bills narrowly escaped with a 27-25 victory, capitalizing on Baltimore’s uncharacteristic mistakes—turnovers and costly dropped passes. It marked the Ravens’ first loss all season in the turnover battle, a testament to how pivotal those miscues were. Buffalo’s resilience in frigid conditions sets the stage for another showdown with Kansas City.
[Read More]Week 1 of the playoffs is in the books. Minnesota, Green Bay, LA Chargers, Pittsburgh, Tampa Bay, and Denver seasons come to an end. An epic showdown takes place next weekend in Buffalo between the Bills and the Ravens. Baltimore had no trouble with Buffalo early in the year.Kansas City hosts Houston in a rematch of one of the few games KC didn’t win by less than a touchdown. Detroit hosts a hot Washington team that could give them a lot of problems. A healthy Detroit would easily win this game, but with their depleted defense, this one could be a shootout. Philadelphia will host the LA Rams in a rematch from earlier this year that Philadelphia won with ease.
[Read More]The 2024 regular season has come to an end. The playoffs are set. Kansas City gets the bye in the AFC. Detroit gets the bye in the NFC.
Top 10 Power Ratings
| Rank | Team | Power |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Detroit | 106.137 |
| 2. | Kansas City | 104.777 |
| 3. | Minnesota | 104.398 |
| 4. | Philadelphia | 104.219 |
| 5. | Baltimore | 103.646 |
| 6. | Green Bay | 103.076 |
| 7. | Buffalo | 102.836 |
| 8. | LA Chargers | 102.093 |
| 9. | Washington | 102.008 |
| 10. | Tampa Bay | 101.925 |
Top 5 offenses in my adjusted scoring rankings:
[Read More]The final week of the 2024 season is upon us. Minnesota and Detroit will play for the top seed in the NFC. Kansas City has wrapped up the top seed in the AFC.
Top 10 Power Ratings
| Rank | Team | Power |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Kansas City | 105.812 |
| 2. | Detroit | 105.802 |
| 3. | Minnesota | 104.921 |
| 4. | Philadelphia | 104.391 |
| 5. | Green Bay | 103.845 |
| 6. | Buffalo | 103.689 |
| 7. | Baltimore | 103.651 |
| 8. | LA Chargers | 101.933 |
| 9. | Tampa Bay | 101.862 |
| 10. | Washington | 101.790 |
Top 5 offenses in my adjusted scoring rankings:
[Read More]Two more weeks to go in the regular season. I think we have about 5 teams that legitimately can win the Super Bowl. Detroit, Philadelphia, Green Bay, Buffalo and Kansas City.
Top 10 Power Ratings
| Rank | Team | Power |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Detroit | 105.999 |
| 2. | Kansas City | 105.429 |
| 3. | Minnesota | 104.731 |
| 4. | Buffalo | 104.328 |
| 5. | Green Bay | 104.242 |
| 6. | Philadelphia | 103.994 |
| 7. | Baltimore | 103.067 |
| 8. | Pittsburgh | 101.781 |
| 9. | LA Chargers | 101.724 |
| 10. | Tampa Bay | 101.586 |
Top 5 offenses in my adjusted scoring rankings:
[Read More]We’re coming down to the wire. Even with their loss to Buffalo, Detroit holds onto the #1 ranking. Kansas City is #2 this week, followed by Minnesota, Buffalo, Philadelphia and Green Bay.
Top 5 offenses in my adjusted scoring rankings:
| Rank | Team | Offense |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Detroit | +10.626 |
| 2. | Buffalo | +9.593 |
| 3. | Baltimore | +7.813 |
| 4. | Tampa Bay | +7.005 |
| 5. | Cincinnati | +5.577 |
Bottom 5 offenses:
| Rank | Team | Offense |
|---|---|---|
| 28. | Las Vegas | -4.973 |
| 29. | Carolina | -5.099 |
| 30. | Cleveland | -5.445 |
| 31. | New England | -7.137 |
| 32. | New York Giants | -9.264 |
Top 5 defenses in my adjusted scoring rankings:
[Read More]I know I’m a week late with my rankings. But I’ll have Week 14 and 15 out this week.
It’s getting tight at the top. Detroit squeaks by Green Bay. Kansas City squeaks by the Chargers. And Buffalo loses a shootout to the Rams. Detroit holds on to the #1 spot in my rankings. Kansas City is right behind them. Minnesota takes over the #3 spot and Buffalo falls to the #4 spot. Green Bay edges out Philadelphia for the #5 spot.
[Read More]Detroit stays on top in my rankings although they did seem to sleep walk through the second half of their Thanksgiving Day game against Chicago. Buffalo still looks like the most dominant team in the AFC. Kansas City found a way to win another close game. Will their luck run out at some point? And Philadelphia took down Baltimore rather easily. They are now a Super Bowl contender.
Top 5 offenses in my adjusted scoring rankings:
[Read More]Last week I said Detroit, Buffalo and Kansas City were the consensus best teams. This week, I’m adding Philadelphia and Baltimore to the mix. I’m still hesitant on Philadelphia though. In their 7 game winning streak, the Rams might have been the best team they played.
Top 5 offenses in my adjusted scoring rankings:
| Rank | Team | Offense |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Detroit | +9.898 |
| 2. | Baltimore | +8.367 |
| 3. | Tampa Bay | +6.995 |
| 4. | Buffalo | +6.696 |
| 5. | Washington | +4.730 |
Bottom 5 offenses:
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