Baltimore Ravens climb back up in latest power rankings
By Darin McCann
12. Indianapolis Colts, 5-3 (10)
They have a tremendous and fast defense that gave the Ravens fits for a half, but their lack of offensive playmakers and some attrition wore them down in the second 30 minutes. This is a well-coached team that will be in the hunt for a playoff spot until the end.
11. Las Vegas Raiders, 5-3 (13)
They were the beneficiaries of playing the Chargers this week, which translates into a late win. This team has some solid wins under its belt, and momentum appears to be building for them. Look for the Raiders to be in that postseason mix at the end, too.
10. Miami Dolphins, 5-3 (16)
That was a big-time win for the red-hot Dolphins this week, taking down the Arizona Cardinals by a field goal. Tua Tagovailola is showing playmaking skills in and out of the pocket, and the defense, while stressed against Arizona, looks good overall. Beware the Dolphins.
9. Tennessee Titans, 6-2 (9)
They got a win and stayed in the same spot? Yeah, that’s how the cookie crumbles sometimes, and a seven-point win over Chicago didn’t really move the needle when almost every team above them also won this week. The Titans are good. Very good. That defense is questionable, though.