NFL Power Rankings | Week 17

By Hunter L. Stewart on December 25, 2012 in NFL Power Rankings

Week 17 Power Rankings

Denver(12-3)-Denver ends the year as the NFL’s hottest team. Manning shouldn’t see the inside of the huddle next week as the Broncos face Kansas City.(Last week:1)
Green Bay(11-4)-Green Bay ends their season well after a slow start. It will be interesting to see if the starters play against their rival Vikings next week.(Last week:2)
New England(12-4)-A close win at Jacksonville, the Pats host the Dolphins in a scratch game.(Last week:5)
Atlanta(13-2)-Atlanta coasts into the playoffs and will more than likely rest their stars against Tampa.(Last week:6)
San Francisco(10-4-1)-No one can doubt the hardships of playing in Seattle. However, this Niner team needs to show dominance anywhere to prove they can get a Super Bowl win.(Last week:4)
Seattle(10-5)-Finishing their season at home has been a huge advantage for Seattle. They are playoff bound and host St. Louis next.(Last week:7)
Washington(9-6)-The Skins host the Cowboys in a bitter rivalry that holds their playoff fate.(Last week:8)
Houston(12-3)-Two playoff teams clash next week as the Texans play Indy. Houston needs to win to build confidence heading into the playoffs, as they’ve lost tough games this year.(Last week:3)
Cincinnati(9-6)-The Bengals end strong and clinch a playoff berth. With a lack of depth, the Bengals are best to rest their starters against the Ravens next week.(Last week:9)
Indianapolis(10-5)-Indy’s rebuild is quick as they landed themselves in the playoffs. It’s doubtful Luck sees the field as they host the Texans.(Last week:10)
Minnesota(9-6)-The Vikes can make the playoffs but they have to been Green Bay at home first.(Last week:11)
Baltimore(10-5)-The Ravens upend the Giants and ease into the playoffs. Cincy hosts the Ravens next week.(Last week:12)
Chicago(9-6)-The Bears put a smack on Arizona, but still need a lot of magic to make the post season. They roll into the motor city next week in a must win.(Last week:13)
New Orleans(7-8)-With an overtime win over Dallas, the Saints host the improved Panthers.(Last week:17)
New York Giants(8-7)-Back to back blow outs have all but pushed the Giants from playoff contention. The only advantage, they host the Eagles next week.(Last week:13)
Carolina(6-9)-Carolina looks to stay on a roll against New Orleans next week.(Last week:18)
Dallas-(7-8)-Dallas is officially eliminated from the playoffs and will look to spoiler against the Skins next week.(Last week:15)
Pittsburgh(7-8)-It’s being called the “Curse of Todd Haley,” and the Steelers are out of the playoffs.(Last week:16)
Miami(7-8)-Miami looks to get to a respectable .500, but they’ll have to beat the Patriots in New England.(Last week:20)
St. Louis(7-7-1)-After a good defensive win in Tampa, the Rams travel to Seattle to square off against the playoff hungry Seahawks.(Last week:23)
Tampa Bay(6-9)-A disappointing end to their season, Tampa plays Atlanta who will probably be resting their #1’s.(Last week:19)
San Diego(6-9)-San Diego toppled the Jets at home, and now they’ll face the Raiders to close out the year.(Last week:25)
New York Jets(6-9)-Sanchez and Tebow are on the outs, will Ryan be next? The Jets need to close out with a win in Buffalo.(Last week:22)
Cleveland(5-10)-Cleveland picked up their play in midseason, but are slowly dropping back to reality. A good close it is needed against Pittsburgh.(Last week:24)
Buffalo(5-10)-It may be time for a shakeup in Buffalo after a loss to the Fins. The Bills get the Jets to close out the season.(Last week:26)
Tennessee(5-10)-The Titans get blown out by the Pack and will have to face a lowly, but surprising Jaguar team next.(Last week:21)
Arizona(5-10)-A different QB, but the same result. San Fran entertains Arizona in the season finale.(Last week:28)
Detroit(4-11)-With Johnson’s record intact, it will be interesting to see if Detroit puts up a fight against Chicago next week.(Last week:29)
Philadelphia(4-11)-Reid has lost his last game in Philly, and may not see the field next week in New Jersey.(Last week:27)
Oakland(4-11)-Oakland will look to rebuild again after a loss to Carolina and another one looming next week against the Chargers.(Last week:30)
Jacksonville(2-13)-The Jags are already looking to next year with Tebow. They should look to stay lean against the Titans next week.(Last week:31)
Kansas City(2-13)-Without a backup to Peyton Manning, the Chiefs may have a chance against Denver next week.(Last week:32)