Our NFL expert thinks that the holds are still the top team in the week 12 power rankings despite some solid games from the Saints in recent weeks.
The Colts are still the number 1 in the NFL Power Rankings for week 12 and you'll want to check our their betting odds for the upcoming schedule of games at
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Let's go through the notable teams in the top 12, listing the teams
that are not that important to talk about. Full power rankings are listed below:
1. Colts (10-0)
Manning is something else. He
and the Colts just find ways to win games in the 4th quarter. Upset
could be in the making as the Texans always play the Colts tough. It is
a road game for Indy, a place in which they will likely lose their
first of the year. Colts won a close one at home against these Texans,
and maybe it will be this week Manning's comeback luck runs dry.
2. Saints (10-0)
Some say the Saints are pretenders, but they got a much needed
blowout win to silence critics. This upcoming game with the Patriots is
by far the biggest of the year. New England lost to the Colts, and
should be able to pull this big game out with a win. Not looking great
for the undefeated teams in week 12.
3. Vikings (9-1)
Minnesota
is quietly moving along, winning games rather easily. It will be
interesting to see how well Favre and company play against a top rated
team. They were handed their only loss against Pittsburgh, who really
have not been impressive. They have their division locked up basically
and should score a home game and a bye in the NFC playoffs.
4. Patriots (7-3)
The
Patriots bounced back after a blown game against Indy. No surprise
here. Look for New England to get their money's worth in New Orleans
under the lights.
5. Chargers (7-3)
San Diego got revenge on
Denver, who ironically was the last game they lost back in week 6. San
Diego has won 6 straight and should take care of KC at home. The Chiefs
have surprisingly hung in certain games with San Diego, and I would
lean on the Chiefs against the spread in their match-up this weekend.
6. Bengals (7-3)
It wasn't a surprise that
the Bengals suffered a let down in Oakland. We saw that coming after a
big win in Pittsburgh. This week, the Bengals can take out their
frustration from last weekend on Cleveland, who comes off a high
scoring output. That will not happen twice. Blow-out city in this one
with or without Cedric Benson.
7. Cardinals (7-3)
Warner went down this past
week, but is expected to start Sunday. Warner needs to stay protected
if this team is to have any shot. We saw exactly why he is the starter
instead of Leinert. If Warner finishes this one out in a confident
manner, the Cards should post yet another win this weekend. Tennessee
is hot so it won't be easy regardless.
8. Cowboys (7-3)
The Cowboys need to blow out
Oakland Thursday. If they struggle in this home game against a team
coming off a big win, no one will take them serious. I don't like Romo
on the road, so don't get your hopes up in the postseason. Boys should
roll this week but they are they same old 'Boys with or without T.O.
9. Steelers (6-4)
The Steelers squandered
one too many opportunities against KC last week. Big Ben went down with
a head injury, but it is KC. Pittsburgh has a few too many injuries and
aren't on the top of their game offensively either. Pitt needs to
finish 5-1 down the stretch to really guarantee a playoff berth. I just
don't see it. In the AFC 10-6 does not guarantee anything.
10. Eagles (6-4)
Philly
picked up a big win in Chicago. The Broncos are falling fast giving way
to the hotter team to take over in the top 10. The Eagles kept their
playoff hopes alive with a win, and have a big task this week with a
game at home against the Redskins. Big revenge angle here, Redskins
will put up a better fight nearly getting double digits against the
spread.
Here are the remaining power rankings for Week 12 NFL:
- 11. Packers (6-4)
- 12. Broncos (6-4)
- 13. Giants (6-4)
- 14. Jaguars (6-4)
- 15. Titans (4-6)
- 16. Ravens (5-5)
- 17. Falcons (5-5)
- 18. Texans (5-5)
- 19. Dolphins (5-5)
- 20. 49ers (4-6)
- 21. Panthers (4-6)
- 22. Seahawks (4-6)
- 23. Jets (4-6)
- 24. Bears (4-6)
- 25. Chiefs (3-7)
- 26. Bills (3-7)
- 27. Redskins (3-7)
- 28. Raiders (2-8)
- 29. Lions (2-8)
- 30. Rams (1-9)
- 31. Buccaneers (1-9)
- 32. Browns (1-9)