MARK CRAIG'S POWER RANKINGS
1. Broncos
2. 49ers
3. Patriots
4. Falcons
5. Seahawks
6. Ravens
7. Packers
8. Saints
9. Giants
10. Bengals
11. Colts
12. Texans
13. Redskins
14. Vikings
15. Bears
16. Cowboys
17. Steelers
18. Eagles
19. Lions
20. Rams
21. Chiefs
22. Dolphins
23. Bills
24. Buccaneers
25. Panthers
26. Cardinals
27. Chargers
28. Browns
29. Titans
30. Jaguars
31. Raiders
32. Jets
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