AFC Power Rankings Week 5: New England Patriots drop

Julian Edelman and the Patriots fell in the AFC power rankings. Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports
Julian Edelman and the Patriots fell in the AFC power rankings. Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports /
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Carlos Dunlap Bengals
Carlos Dunlap (96) and the Bengals come in at No. 8 this week. Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports /

56. We’re used to seeing the Bengals come flying out of the gate in the first quarter of the regular season and then falling off as the year wears on, so a 2-2 start is a bit uncharacteristic for Andy Dalton’s unit. However, that could be a blessing in disguise; maybe an uneven start will spark some sustaining life into one of the league’s longest-hurting franchises. On a separate note, the Bengals’ color rush jerseys were by far the best out of the 32 teams.<br />. (2-2). Previous: . Cincinnati Bengals. 8. team

7. team. 16. If you’re a Bills fan, this is probably the best Monday morning you’ve had in quite some time. LeSean McCoy’s 108 total yards and touchdown orchestrated this thorough undressing of a favored Patriots side, and Tyrod Taylor’s slippery running and accurate throwing pushed the Bills to victory. Of course, the defense deserves credit for holding the Patriots’ offense to nil on the scoreboard. Next week, the Bills take a trip out west to face the streaking Rams, a fascinating interconference matchup for sure.. (2-2). Previous: . Buffalo Bills

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