A-Town Power Rankings Week 6

So I’m starting to wonder again if anyone actually reads this as we had zero trades after my article last week and Clay was the only one who left a comment (Thank you by the way).  Well anyway I’m sure at least one of you is reading this, so here we go for week 6!  This week I decided to compare your team to an NFL team.  Playing into my formula was record, playing style and overall direction of the team.  Let me know what you think, or if I was way off on your team comparison.

1. Alex (Last Week 2) 3-2

Alex crushed Anton last week with big performances from Luck, Jones and of course Tony G.  Alex may not have the record of a #1 team, but he has the roster and that’s all I care about.

Team Comparison: Patriots - Like the Patriots, Alex started off slow but made a few adjustments and never panicked.  Both teams now look like the top team in the league and are a shoe in for the playoffs and poised to make a deep run.

2. Pop (1) 5-0

As a reward for being our only remaining unbeaten team, Pop has been moved from the top.  It’s not a knock on his team as much as it is respect for Alex’s juggernaut of a team.  This is still a top notch team that is going to win a lot of games, they just don’t strike fear into me on a weekly basis.

TC: Falcons - The Falcons, like Pops, are undefeated and still not considered the best team in the league.  The Falcons are a great team that will make a run, but when it comes down to it, do you really think they scare the likes of the Patriots or 49ers?

3. Joe (3) 4-1

Joe had a monster outing in week 6.  His RB’s combined for 75 points, including Bush in the flex, and when you throw Brees’ 42 on top of that, no one can stop this team.  Joe shouldn’t expect weeks like this all the time, but when Jennings comes back, the sky is the limit for this team.

TC: Ravens - You know what you’re going to get when you play the Ravens.  A tough, hard nose game until the final whistle and they’re going to be in it.  Joe’s team is going to be consistent week in and week out and looks like a team built for the playoffs.

4. Garret (5) 2-3

Garret finally showed us what he’s capable of in week 5.  He now has the most points scored in our league and I was tempted to move him even higher considering his below .500 record. 

TC: Broncos - The Broncos, like Garret, are a victim of a tough schedule and underperformance.  However, with the first tough games out of the way, Garret and the Broncos should be the favorite in just about every game for the rest of the year and should make a strong run at the playoffs.

5. Dan (7) 2-3

When Dan goes on all these business trips, I’m starting to think he’s actually in New York kicking Hakeem Nicks in the foot!  It’s seriously the strangest injury and no one is benefiting more because of it than Victor Cruz and Dan’s team.

TC: Packers - The Packers are historically a powerhouse just like Dan, but have faltered a bit this year.  However, we all know there is a beast in there just waiting to be awakened, and when that happens, look out!

6. Zach (4) 3-2

Zach falls 2 spots this week because we all know I punish teams in my top 5 who don’t score at least 100 points!  In his defense, he did have some bye-week issues, but that’s two losses in a row for a team that looked unbeatable at the beginning of the year.

TC: Chargers - I know Zach is loving this because this is his favorite team, but there is much more to this comparison than that.  They have an identical record, have played some great games and some not so great games, still scare you every week and could take off the rest of the season, or blow up and miss the playoffs entirely.

7. Clay (10) 4-1

The power of the 10 spot works again!  Just so you all realize, teams ranked in my 10 spot are now 5-0 while being there.  Unfortunately for Clay, the 10 spot has made his team too good now to keep that low.  I’m not ready to buy into Clay having an elite team, but they are proving to be a factor in this young season.

TC: Vikings - Like Clay, the Vikings have surprised a lot of teams this year.  They are playing well when everybody thought they were bound for a down season.  Both teams don’t keep you up at night worrying, but they are solid teams that won’t beat themselves.

8. Gill (6) 4-1

Gill’s team got knocked off its pedestal in a violent way by Joe in week 5.  This team isn’t built for a shootout and if Graham is injured, it could be in serious trouble.  Expect Gill to get waxed this week as he has major bye issues and may not be able to fill out a full roster.

TC: Cardinals - Gill and the Cards are both 4-1, but just barely.  They have escaped with some close wins that should have gone either way.  Don’t let these teams fool you; things will eventually stop going their way and their records will suffer.

9. Logan (8) 2-3

The Cards vs. Rams game last Thursday killed Logan! He saw his Ryan Williams go down with a season ending injury, Amendola separated his clavicle (which who knew could be life threatening; I sure didn’t) leaving him out at best 6 weeks and as a result, Logan lost by 2!  Tough breaks for a team that doesn’t have any depth.  Look for Logan to make a trade this week.

TC: Jets - Logan and the Jets are notorious tough teams that when healthy, can make a deep run in the playoffs.  However, with all the injuries the tide seems to be changing for these once powerhouses.

10.  Mike (11) 1-4

Mike can thank me later for putting him in the lucky 10 spot this week.  Mike put up a solid week, but just isn’t getting any breakout performances.  Tough loss for a team that looked like they had turned the corner just last week.

TC: Saints - Both teams are usually known for putting up a lot of points, but this year just can’t find a way to get in the Win column on a consistent basis.  A few more bad weeks and both the Saints and Mike will be looking towards next year.

11. Anton (9) 2-3

We’re starting to learn that this team goes as Ryan Fitzpatrick goes.  Too bad he’s no Drew Brees and doesn’t get it going that often.  Right now Anton’s roster is full of good players playing mediocre football.

TC: Dolphins - The Dolphins have played some gritty games this year and shocked a few teams, but their roster doesn’t scare you one bit.  Anton has put out some gutty performances, but right now his team isn’t bothering anyone in the league.  Both teams have a solid foundation, but I just don’t think it’s enough this year.

12. Kristen (12) 2-3

Kristen has to be asking, why is Jordy Nelson not catching 10 balls a game without Jennings in the lineup?  The answer is: I have no clue and while I’m at it, I have no idea what has happened to Spiller these last 2 weeks!

TC: Bucs - Every year we think Tampa and Kristen have all the right players in all the right places, then they disappoint.  Both teams have the look of a quality team, but rights now just aren’t. 

13. Jeff (13) 2-3

Jeff must have some pretty strong will to be 2-3 with this roster, and he’s looking great as he plays me next week while I have major bye-week problems.  How Jeff could be .500 at this time next week is beyond me.  The Bears’ D is having a ridiculous season as they have scored 5 DST/TD.

TC: Chiefs - Like the Chiefs, Jeff is a team that you know you can beat, but never want to play.  They will sneak up on you and punch you right in the kidney!  They never give in and will fight ‘til the end.

14. Chris (14) 0-5

What does Chris have to do to get a victory? This week he played the high week team yet again.  On a positive note Mendenhall looked great in his first game back and week 5 seemed to be Chris’ worst bye week.

TC: Browns - I’m sure I didn’t shock anyone here by picking the Browns.  I couldn’t help myself as it makes just too much sense.  Both teams are winless, seem to have a shot every week and no one questions their effort.