ESPN Power Rankings

[johno]

Sando and the rest of the crew at ESPN have their rankings out. Whatcha think?

NFL Power Rankings - National Football League - ESPN

[MTK]

May power rankings = fail

[REDSKINS1980]

wow, those are some crazy rankings.

[GMScud]

Originally Posted by Mattyk72

May power rankings = fail

I actually think the top 20 of those rankings is pretty accurate based on last year's performances and the additions/subtractions thus far in the offseason.

But in general these kind of rankings/polls are just space fillers until at least the preseason.

[John Denny]

Originally Posted by GMScud

I actually think the top 20 of those rankings is pretty accurate based on last year's performances and the additions/subtractions thus far in the offseason.

But in general these kind of rankings/polls are just space fillers until at least the preseason.

Projecting how a team will perform based on last year isn't very solid. How many of these so-called evaluators picked Miami, Atlanta and even the Cardinals to roll last year? These guys are worse than weathermen and politicians!

[John Denny]

I can't wait for football to start.

[MTK]

The only thing more useless are mock drafts for 2010 right after the 2009 draft.

[53Fan]

Originally Posted by Mattyk72

The only thing more useless are mock drafts for 2010 right after the 2009 draft.

I agree, so let me go ahead and get started on next years predraft "mancrush". Micah Johnson-MLB-Kentucky.
Micah Johnson, 2010 NFL Draft Prospect

[an23dy]

Originally Posted by 53Fan

I agree, so let me go ahead and get started on next years predraft "mancrush". Micah Johnson-MLB-Kentucky.
Micah Johnson, 2010 NFL Draft Prospect

Micah is a good guy. He lived in Alexandria, VA for a while. I used to play basketball with him.

[53Fan]

Originally Posted by an23dy

Micah is a good guy. He lived in Alexandria, VA for a while. I used to play basketball with him.

Really? He sounds like a great prospect. He had a good year last year. I'm looking forward to watching him play this year when possible. This could be a breakout year for him.

[an23dy]

Originally Posted by 53Fan

Really? He sounds like a great prospect. He had a good year last year. I'm looking forward to watching him play this year when possible. This could be a breakout year for him.

Yeah really, he was real good at basketball too, mostly because he was so strong, but he also has good hands and feet, which is also obvious since he has played RB/FB.

Also, anybody know if there is a way to get an e-mail if somebody replies to you or quotes you? That would be convenient such as in this case when it took me a year to reply.

[johno]

Gotta have something to read until June 1 gives us something to talk about. Having the cowboys ahead of us is a mistake.

[53Fan]

Originally Posted by johno

Gotta have something to read until June 1 gives us something to talk about. Having the cowboys ahead of us is a mistake.

Yes.....it is. :FIREdevil

ESPN actually moving the Skins up to 19 was pretty shocking I was expecting something worse knowing them.

I know most of you hate rankings and I also think they are pointless in May but im bored so here ya go....

1 Steelers - On top until someone knocks them off.
2 Cardinals - I cant wait to see how they mix Chris Wells in with that offense.
3 Patriots - Brady is back and the Pats are recharged for another SB run.
4 Eagles - Alot of talent but will they choke come playoff time yet again?
5 Colts - The Donald Brown & Joseph Addai situation should be fun to watch.
6 Titans - Even with the loss of Haynesworth they still have a very good team.
7 Bears - The one-two punch of Forte and Cutler should lead to more TDs in 2009.
8 Falcons - The addition of Tony G will make Matt Ryan even more dangerous.
9 Saints - Gregg Williams will be the key to how good the Saints will be.
10 Chargers - A team with a ton of talent but can they get to where they need to be?
11 Cowboys - A new running game approach with no TO should lead to a better offense overall in 2009.
12 Ravens - Will be interesting to see how much better Flacco can be with a year under his belt.
13 Redskins - If Campbell and the offense can score 20 ppg they will be tough to beat.
14 Giants - The losses of Ward and Burress dropped the Giants on my rankings. If rookies like Andre Brown and Hakeem Nicks step up they will be alot better than 14.
15 Vikings - I think Sage will put up good numbers but will he get the chance with Brett Favre on the way? Favre in Minny makes the Vikings a top 5 team.
16 Panthers - After Delhomme's terrible playoff game vs the Cards its hard for me to put the Panthers any higher than this.
17 Bills - Could be fun to watch with TO, Evans, Lynch, and rookie Shawn Nelson.
18 Texans - If the Texans can finally get over the hump they could be a playoff team in 2009.
19 49ers - Mike Singletary will continue to improve this team and shape them up to be winners.
20 Seahawks - The Hawks still have pieces but at the sametime too many question marks.
21 Packers - The new 3-4 defense will make it hard for the Packers this year.
22 Dolphins - Their Schedule is tough and teams know all about the Wildcat this year.
23 Jags - Solid team with too many holes. Del Rio is on the hot seat.
24 Bengals - I like the Bengals as a sleeper if the defense plays up to the level that they can. Palmer has to stay healthy.
25 Raiders - Young talent on offense and a very good defense. Probably a year away.
26 Broncos - The offense may actually still be pretty good but the defense is terrible and adjusting to a 3-4.
27 Chiefs - Too many question marks and the loss of Tony G will hurt.
28 Jets - I see the late collapse from 2008 continuing in 2009.
29 Bucs - A team that is a shell of its former self.
30 Browns - Solid draft but this team has alot of problems and a terrible Head Coach.
31 Rams - Lucky to be ranked at 31.
32 Lions - They have to win a game before I can even consider moving them up.

[Paintrain]

Originally Posted by Brian Orakpo

ESPN actually moving the Skins up to 19 was pretty shocking I was expecting something worse knowing them.

I know most of you hate rankings and I also think they are pointless in May but im bored so here ya go....

1 Steelers - On top until someone knocks them off.
2 Cardinals - I cant wait to see how they mix Chris Wells in with that offense.
3 Patriots - Brady is back and the Pats are recharged for another SB run.
4 Eagles - Alot of talent but will they choke come playoff time yet again?
5 Colts - The Donald Brown & Joseph Addai situation should be fun to watch.
6 Titans - Even with the loss of Haynesworth they still have a very good team.
7 Bears - The one-two punch of Forte and Cutler should lead to more TDs in 2009.
8 Falcons - The addition of Tony G will make Matt Ryan even more dangerous.
9 Saints - Gregg Williams will be the key to how good the Saints will be.
10 Chargers - A team with a ton of talent but can they get to where they need to be?
11 Cowboys - A new running game approach with no TO should lead to a better offense overall in 2009.
12 Ravens - Will be interesting to see how much better Flacco can be with a year under his belt.
13 Redskins - If Campbell and the offense can score 20 ppg they will be tough to beat.
14 Giants - The losses of Ward and Burress dropped the Giants on my rankings. If rookies like Andre Brown and Hakeem Nicks step up they will be alot better than 14.
15 Vikings - I think Sage will put up good numbers but will he get the chance with Brett Favre on the way? Favre in Minny makes the Vikings a top 5 team.
16 Panthers - After Delhomme's terrible playoff game vs the Cards its hard for me to put the Panthers any higher than this.
17 Bills - Could be fun to watch with TO, Evans, Lynch, and rookie Shawn Nelson.
18 Texans - If the Texans can finally get over the hump they could be a playoff team in 2009.
19 49ers - Mike Singletary will continue to improve this team and shape them up to be winners.
20 Seahawks - The Hawks still have pieces but at the sametime too many question marks.
21 Packers - The new 3-4 defense will make it hard for the Packers this year.
22 Dolphins - Their Schedule is tough and teams know all about the Wildcat this year.
23 Jags - Solid team with too many holes. Del Rio is on the hot seat.
24 Bengals - I like the Bengals as a sleeper if the defense plays up to the level that they can. Palmer has to stay healthy.
25 Raiders - Young talent on offense and a very good defense. Probably a year away.
26 Broncos - The offense may actually still be pretty good but the defense is terrible and adjusting to a 3-4.
27 Chiefs - Too many question marks and the loss of Tony G will hurt.
28 Jets - I see the late collapse from 2008 continuing in 2009.
29 Bucs - A team that is a shell of its former self.
30 Browns - Solid draft but this team has alot of problems and a terrible Head Coach.
31 Rams - Lucky to be ranked at 31.
32 Lions - They have to win a game before I can even consider moving them up.

Wow you're really down on the Giants, huh? I can't see them dropping that far, maybe lower portion of the top 10.

I don't see any areas other that RB and LB where the Cowboys are better than us.

I see Atlanta and Baltimore coming back to the pack this year. They had nice runs but Atlanta had an easy schedule last year and Baltimore is going to feel the loss of Rex Ryan more than expected.

Consider me a Grilliams non believer until proven otherwise.