I never really post power rankings because I think they’re just stupid exercises. It really doesn’t matter who ranks where right now. What matters is what team peaks in January.
To be honest I don’t think the Patriots are the 3rd best team in the NFL right now. But I do think as this young defense gets more and more experience and continues to improve, they could be near the top by the end of the season. Then it’s just a matter of getting into the playoffs and making some noise.
Glad that we do get a shot a the #1 Jets and #2 Steelers though…
3. NEW ENGLAND (4-1)
Last week: 23-20 win vs. Baltimore.
The Cold, Hard Football Facts: The “Old School” Patriots started 12 players Sunday that had never been regular starters in the NFL before this season. That’s usually top-five-pick-in-the-draft stuff, not beat-the-Ravens stuff.