NFL Week 13 Power Rankings Top 10

Week 13, 2009 NFL Season

Here are my NFL Week 13 Power Rankings for the top ten teams in the NFL. If you are interested in more power rankings and sports articles from different authors, then check out the AC Sports Mafia.

NFL Week 13 Power Rankings: 10 Green Bay Packers (7-4)
The Packers are on a three game winning streak after hitting rock bottom against the Buccaneers. While the Packers are solid on both sides of the football, they make too many inopportune penalties and have been inefficient in the red zone. If the Packers want to compete with the elite of the NFC, they must play more disciplined football. Dom Capers also needs to maintain his aggressive scheme and not become too conservative as he has at times this season.

The Packers play the Ravens on Monday Night Football in week 13. This is a crucial match up for both teams in their wildcard races.

NFL Week 13 Power Rankings: 9. Philadelphia Eagles (7-4)
The Eagles avoid an upset by sneaking past the Redskins 27-24. Philadelphia is known for playing its best football in December, and they will need to continue that trait as they have no cupcakes for the remainder of their schedule.

The Philadelphia Eagles travel to Atlanta to take on the Atlanta Falcons. The Falcons are 5-0 at home, but Matt Ryan and Michael Turner's statuses are in question. A victory in Atlanta would be huge in their chase for a wildcard berth or even the NFC East crown.

NFL Week 13 Power Rankings: 8. Dallas Cowboys (8-3)
The Cowboys have won two consecutive games since their loss at Lambeau. Now that December awaits the Cowboys, can they keep playing at a high level?

The Cowboys start their December schedule by challenging the Giants. At 6-5, this is a must win game for the Giants. Will the health of Eli Manning health be a concern?

NFL Week 13 Power Rankings: 7. Arizona Cardinals (7-4)
Even with Matt Leinart starting and playing on the road against one of the hottest NFL teams, the Arizona Cardinals held out until the final play of the game. The Cardinals have played well on both sides of the ball, but they need to avoid laziness. The 49ers are 5-6 and the Cardinals may not be able to afford to slack off the latter part of the year like last season.