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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Le’Veon Bell (26) provided a spark for the Steelers in his return. Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports /

Pittsburgh Steelers. 2. team. 55. The Steelers hop up to the No. 2 spot in these AFC power rankings after blowing the Chiefs out of the water on Sunday Night Football. Le’Veon Bell didn’t have much in the way of rust whatsoever, racking up 178 yards on 23 touches. With Bell back in the fold, this Steelers offense has a scary amount of weapons. Consider them the team to beat in the AFC North.. (3-1). Previous:

1. team. 45. As a result of the Broncos standing as the last undefeated team in the conference, they stand atop these AFC power rankings entering Week 5. Even with a shaky quarterback situation in the wake of Trevor Siemian getting hurt against the Buccaneers, the Broncos are still the team to beat. On a separate note, you can bet that Aqib Talib had a ton of fun intercepting his former team twice yesterday… we’ll see if Talib can have a repeat performance against the Falcons next week, yet another intriguing interconference matchup in Week 5.. (4-0). Previous: . Denver Broncos

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