NFL Power Rankings

That's right, folks, I'm back. I started doing my power rankings in Mr. Schmidt's history class in Junior year of high school and now they are going to be featured exclusively on The Tool Box. Enjoy.

1. Indianapolis
Peyton Manning is still a statistical machine, but will one of the running backs step up to the plate?

2. Jacksonville
The Jags deserve this spot, but we'll see what they're really made of when they take on Indy.

3. Chicago
The defense looks impressive, but not as impressive as Rex Grossman's offensive line. He's had all day.

4. Atlanta
The comparison to the old school Nebraska Cornhuskers isn't too far off. However, one of the receivers is going to have to step it up in order for this team to go anywhere.

5. Cincinnati
The defense still has some holes, but that offense seems like it may be even more unstoppable at years end. Rudi Johnson is a stud.

6. San Diego
Their defense looks vicious, but let's face it, they've played the Titans and the Raiders.

7. Seattle
They still look a little shaky offensively. They'll be put to the test when Eli Manning and company come to town.

8. Baltimore
Steve McNair is a great leader, but the offense needs to find the end zone more often to be considered a Super Bowl contender.

9. New England
As long as they have Tom Brady, this team is dangerous. Plus, the running game seems to be much improved.

10. Pittsburgh
Big Ben probably shouldn't have played, but there's no doubt that the team needs him.

11. Minnesota
It's only been 2 weeks, but they are in much better hands now than they were with Mike Tice.

12. New York Giants
This offense seems like it could be putting up around 30 points every single game.

13. Philadelphia
I think most people forgot how good Donovan McNabb really is.

14. Dallas
I still think this team has a lot of potential with Drew Bledsoe as their quarterback.

15. Denver
Turning on Jake may be a bad decision. He doesn't seem to handle himself well under that kind of pressure.

16. New Orleans
What a great story so far. I'm praying for them to upset the Falcons on Monday Night. This team is exciting.

17. Carolina
I know they're 0-2, but they are still a good team. Just wait until Steve Smith is back.

18. Buffalo
Dick Jauron has his team playing extremely hard. They may not be exciting, but the effort is admirable.

19. St. Louis
The offense needs to score more ASAP. I would expect Marc Bulger to start heating up soon.

20. Arizona
Their offense is great with the exception of the offensive line. They stink.

21. San Francisco
This team is full of overachievers. They're a fun team to watch.

22. New York Jets
It's great to see Chad Pennington back healthy. When he's on, he can be one of the best.

23. Kansas City
I expected a lot more out of this team so far. Larry Johnson can't do it alone.

24. Washington
I think it is safe to say this team needs Clinton Portis.

25. Miami
Super Bowl? I think not. But I do look for them to improve soon.

26. Detroit
That inspired performance in week 1 led to some false hope in week 2. The offense should get a chance to click against the Packers.

27. Tampa Bay
From the playoffs to the toilet. This team is better than that.

28. Green Bay
Brett still has some fight left in him, but when will it be Rogers turn?

29. Cleveland
Mr. Winslow, shut your mouth until you actually prove something on the field.

30. Houston
David Carr looks solid, but boy do they wish they had Reggie Bush.

31. Tennessee
Vince Young isn't the answer. I still say he amounts to nothing.

32. Oakland
This team has put together two of the worst performances in recent history. Truly awful. And that's coming from a Lions fan.