The Bills exhibit Monday night revealed two things: that Buffalo is the new team to beat in the AFC East Division (and will be as long as Josh Allen is his quarterback), and that the Patriots dynasty has died, after incredible 20 years of dominance in la NFL.
Allen destroyed Bill Belichick’s defense with 320 yards and four touchdowns. The Bills’ first five offensive series at Foxborough ended on points and Buffalo bills itself as the main obstacle for the champions chiefs in the AFC Playoffs.
In triumphs over Steelers, Broncos y Patriots, the Bills defense has allowed an average of 226.6 yards, But the 285 rushing yards accepted at Denver and Foxborough should worry coach Sean McDermott.
Another team that is also on the rise are the Baltimore Ravens, They have won four in a row, in which they have averaged 233.2 yards rushing.
The Ravens have generated 100 rushing yards in 38 consecutive games, with those who equaled the second longest streak in history (Detroit Lions, 1935-39).
After six games in which the defense had just four quarterback sacks, Baltimore had 11 sacks in the most recent two.
Coach John Harbaugh’s team plays its best football of the season And it’s just when you need it most.
Let’s go to the Power Ranking:
1.- Chiefs (14-1)
Last week: 1
They played their worst game since Patrick Mahomes started and still found a way not to lose it. Deserved rest in the first round of the Playoffs.
Following: Los Angeles Chargers.
2.- Bills (12-3)
Last week: 2
Now it’s official: Buffalo is the new head honcho in the AFC East and Josh Allen-Stefon Diggs is the top QB-WR duo in the NFL.
Following: Miami.
3.- Packers (12-3)
Last week: 3
They overwhelmed the Titans in the “Frozen Tundra” with four touchdown passes from Aaron Rodgers and another great play from Davante Adams (11 receptions, 142 yards, 3 touchdowns).
Following: In Chicago.
4.- Seahawks (11-4)
Last week: 5
They defeated the Rams to win the NFC West, the fifth crown since Pete Carroll was coach in Seattle (2010). They play seven games in which they have allowed 21 points or less.
Following: in San Francisco.
5.- Saints (11-4)
Last week: 6
Some ghosts were shaken with the victory over Minnesota. Alvin Kamara, simply spectacular, with 155 yards and 6 rushing touchdowns. Drew Brees? Another performance for oblivion.
Following: in Carolina.
6.- Steelers (12-3)
Last week: 10
They re-plugged in the second half, came from behind and beat the Colts to become champions in the AFC North. His offense is one-dimensional, but Ben Roethlisberger played his best game in two months.
Following: and Cleveland.
7.- Ravens (10-5)
Last week: 12
Besides Buffalo, this is the most dangerous team in the AFC. Sure, they have to earn a place in the playoffs first.
Following: en Cincinnati.
8.- Buccaneers (10-5)
Last week: 13
Tom Brady (348 yards and 4 touchdowns) played an incredible first half in Detroit and Tampa Bay is back in the postseason for the first time since 2007.
Following: Atlanta.
9.- Dolphins (10-5)
Last week: 11
A bit of “Fitzmagic” to win in Las Vegas, but to qualify for the Playoffs they need to win in Buffalo… or lose Baltimore, Cleveland or Indianapolis.
Following: in Buffalo.
10.- Titans (10-5)
Last week: 4
They accepted 234 yards rushing in the loss at Green Bay and now, for the fourth straight season, they need a win in the final week of the calendar to qualify for the Playoffs.
Following: in Houston.
11.- Colts (10-5)
Last week: 7
They let go of a 17-point lead at Pittsburgh and need help qualifying for the playoffs.
Following: Jacksonville.
12.- Browns (10-5)
Last week: 8
Unforgivable losing to Jets. To qualify they have to beat their nemesis in Week 17. The Steelers, by the way, are going with Mason Rudolph as the starter.
Following: Pittsburgh.
13.- Bears (8-7)
Last week: 15
Three victories in a row and in them they average 36.6 points. Chicago has scored 30 or more points in four consecutive weeks, something the team hasn’t achieved since 1965.
Following: Green Bay.
14.- Rams (9-6)
Last week: 9
Second loss in a row and third in five weeks. Jared Goff (thumb) is injured and they will likely have to go to John Wolford for the postseason ticket.
Following: Arizona.
15.- Cardinals (8-7)
Last week: 14
They were dominated by the San Francisco defense and made CJ Beathard look like Joe Montana. Now it’s win or die in Los Angeles.
Following: at the Los Angeles Rams.
16.- Cowboys (6-9)
Last week: 21
Third in a row with Andy Dalton’s best game of the season (377 yards and three touchdowns). Now they have to beat the Giants and wait for the Eagles to beat the WFT to be divisional champions. Although you do not believe it.
Following: en New York Giants.
17.- Raiders (7-8)
Last week: 16
In 19 seconds the defense gave the game to Miami and Jon Gruden still cannot take this team back to the Playoffs.
Following: and Denver.
18.- Chargers (6-9)
Last week: 20
Justin Herbert threw his 28th touchdown pass of the season, breaking Baker Mayfield’s record (27 in 2018). This guy is awesome.
Following: and Kansas City.
19.- Washington Football Team (6-9)
Last week: 17
Without Alex Smith, Ron Rivera’s team was sunk by Dwayne Haskins, who was immediately cut on Monday. If Smith cannot play Sunday, the WFT will go to Taylor Heinicke for the postseason berth.
Following: en Philadelphia.
20.- 49ers (6-9)
Last week: 24
Great defensive performance in his spoiler role against Arizona.
Following: Seattle.
21.- Vikings (6-9)
Last week: 18
His defense was humiliated in New Orleans by allowing 264 rushing yards… and, of course, six touchdowns by Alvin Kamara.
Following: en Detroit.
22.- Patriots (6-9)
Last week: 19
First losing season since 2000, the year Bill Belichick arrived. And the first time since 1999 that they are swept by Buffalo in the annual series.
Following: New York Jets.
23.- Panthers (5-10)
Last week: 29
They could ruin Ron Rivera’s first campaign in Washington.
Following: New Orleans.
24.- Giants (5-10)
Last week: 22
Daniel Jones returned, but it wasn’t enough to surprise Baltimore. They play the playoff ticket against the Cowboys.
Following: Dallas.
25.- Bengals (4-10-1)
Last week: 30
Brandon Allen passed for 371 yards and two touchdowns and Cincinnati’s offense generated 540 yards in the win over the Texans.
Following: Baltimore.
26.- Broncos (5-10)
Last week: 23
John Elway is reportedly going to give Vic Fangio another chance in 2021. Good luck.
Following: Las Vegas.
27.- Lions (5-10)
Last week: 25
It took Tampa Bay two quarters to kill them, but they accepted 588 yards throughout the game.
Following: Minnesota.
28.- Eagles (4-10-1)
Last week: 26
Jalen Hurts passed for 342 yards and rushed for another 69, but lost a fumble and suffered two interceptions in the fourth quarter. Throughout the second half, the rookie was unable to put points on the scoreboard and continues the WFT defense.
Following: Washington.
29.- Falcons (4-11)
Last week: 28
AJ Terrell dropped a hands-on interception and then Younghoe Koo missed a 39-yard field goal. They were able to beat the champions, but they did what they do best.
Following: and Tampa Bay.
30.- Texans (4-11)
Last week: 27
JJ Watt couldn’t have said it better: “We are professional athletes and they pay us a lot of money. If you can’t come in and work, and do what you’re supposed to, you shouldn’t be here. “
Following: Tennessee.
31.- Jets (2-13)
Last week: 32
Second win in a row thanks to a good game from Jamison Crowder, who had seven catches and a touchdown, and threw a pass to the end zone for 43 yards. Can they win at Foxborough?
Following: and New England.
32.- Jaguars (1-14)
Last week: 31
New franchise record with 14 consecutive losses. Trevor Lawrence now knows what his destiny will be in the NFL.
Following: en Indianapolis.
