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NFL Power Rankings – Week 17: Requiem for an Undefeated Season

December 29, 2009 By Big MB 5 Comments

Well all, it’s here.

This is the final Power Rankings of the Year, and with it comes major shake-ups to the top Five, as the last of the undefeateds have fallen.

I want to thank all of my readers for your support through this season, and I look forward already to next season’s power rankings.

(On a special side note, congrats go to Cleveland for winning their third straight. Perhaps mentioning them in my Power Rankings has been good luck for the Browns; perhaps Mike Holmgren needs to be made aware of this and he could send a little compensation my way :-D.)

NFL Power Rankings Week 16: Colts Remain Unbeaten But Chargers Charging Not Far Behind

December 21, 2009 By Big MB 6 Comments

For the last few weeks, the following historical question has been asked: could we have two undefeated teams in the Superbowl?

That question was answered this week on the NFL Network’s Saturday Night Football when the Dallas Cowboys handed the New Orleans Saints their first loss of the season. The Saints loss left the Indianapolis Colts as the NFL’s lone unbeaten team at 14-0 (coincidentally, the same regular season record that the Miami Dolphins had in 1972).

So we now that the Colts are #1, but do the Saints hang onto their #2 ranking? Read on to find out.

(Also, as a little treat, make sure to read to the end of this week’s rankings for a little surprise, and a Christmas gift from a writer to his editor.)

NFL Power Rankings Week 15: The Quest for Perfection

December 15, 2009 By Big MB 1 Comment

We’re going to open this week’s Power Rankings with another moment dedicated to MSF Editor-in-Chief, Jerod Morris.

The Cleveland Browns get mentioned for the first time this season in a positive light today, after their win over Pittsburgh, who are now losers of six straight, and likely out of the playoffs.

So, congratulations Cleveland and, of course, Jerod.

This was the Super Bowl for the Browns, and you won.

[Editor's Note: Thank you Myles. It was quite a week for Browns fans, many of whom - like myself - are still on Cloud 9 after last Thursday's thrilling W. Thus, to make this week's Power Rankings even more of a tribute to the Browns, I have chosen a very special song to provide our Week 15 NFL Power Rankings mood music.

Click the play button below (or click here if you don't see a play button), then proceed onto Myles' personal, one-man circle jerk otherwise known as his #1 and #2 spots in the rankings.]

Now onto the teams we actually care about:
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Filed Under: NFL Tagged With: Baltimore Ravens, cincinnati bengals, Cleveland Browns, denver broncos, Green Bay Packers, Indianapolis Colts, miami dolphins, Minnesota Vikings, new england patriots, new orleans saints, new york giants, NFL, nfl power rankings, nfl week 15 power rankings, pittsburgh steelers, power rankings, tennessee titans

NFL Power Rankings Week 14: Saints, Colts Continue Dominance

December 8, 2009 By Big MB 5 Comments

Much like the marriage and reputation of Tiger Woods, who has apparently been trying to catch up to Wilt Chamberlain in the “Ticks on the Bedpost” category, some of the NFL’s elite teams have been on the decline.

Two teams, however, have continued to carry their torches and remain undisputed as #’s 1 and 2 in the not just our Power Rankings, but everybody’s NFL Power Rankings.

Until someone can defeat New Orleans or Indianapolis — and perhaps twice considering Minnesota’s loss last weekend — no one can supplant them in the top spots.

The only question is: who is #1?

NFL Power Rankings: Week 13

December 1, 2009 By Big MB 7 Comments

1. New Orleans Saints (11-0)

The Saints get the bump because of their dominant performance against the Patriots, a team the Colts needed a late comeback miracle to beat.

Drew Brees is unconscious. These receivers are unstoppable. And how good did Mike McKenzie look back in a Saints jersey?

New Orleans and Indianapolis both remain on their course to perfection, and have both done it so far by beating the New England Patriots. For the first time in NFL history, two teams have made it to 11-0.

This quest for perfection, for both of these teams, is getting very exciting. Could it happen?

2. Indianapolis Colts (11-0)

I’m not sure how long this team can spot their opponents 17 points and continue to win, but somehow, they just keep on winning.

NFL Power Rankings: Week 11 (The Challenge)

November 17, 2009 By Big MB Leave a Comment

So last week our dearest editor, Jerod Morris, decided to take a brutal and vicious attack at my power rankings, claiming I didn’t have the stones to pick a first place team or give credit to two teams in 14th and 15th places.

[Editor's note: Honestly, it's not just that you didn't have the stones to make the tough choices last week; it's that you don't have stones...period.]

This week, I have risen to his challenge, and chosen a clear-cut 1st place team as well as giving 14th and 15th places to deserving teams.

[Editor's note: Round of applause everybody! The guy doing the Power Rankings picked someone at #'s 1, 14, and 15! All right! Anyone got a cookie for Myles?]

However, now I am going to issue our editor-in-chief a challenge of my own. Each week he throws in his editors’ notes, criticizing my rankings, only because of his bitterness that his Cleveland Browns have only one win in nine weeks.

My challenge: I challenge you, Jerod Morris, to give us YOUR top 15 teams, and allow ME to edit next week’s post. The gauntlet has been thrown J-Rod, do you accept:

[Editor's note: Sure, whatever. I accept. But trying to produce better Power Rankings than you is like playing quarterback better than Brady Quinn and Derek Anderson. It's not really a challenge.]

Onto the Week 11 Power Rankings:

1. Indianapolis Colts (Last 1 [0])

Yet another “Bullitt” the Colts have dodged. Or should I say the “Bullitt” stopped the Colts from losing their first of the year.

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Filed Under: NFL Tagged With: nfl power rankings, nfl power rankings - week 11, nfl week 11 power rankings

NFL Power Rankings: Week 10

November 10, 2009 By Big MB 4 Comments

Alright. I’m tired of switching Indy and New Orleans from first to second, so until one of those teams loses, then they are going to get the tie.

And I’m sure that Jerod will put his little editor’s note in here telling me what a jack-ass I am that both of my favorite teams are # 1, even if deservedly so.

[Editor's note: You're a jackass, but not because you made obvious choices at #1. You're a jackass for leaving it as a tie and not having cojones to just pick one.]

So let me make this simple for ya J-Rod….

Your two teams, Miami (3-5) and Cleveland (1-7), have combined to win HALF as many games as just one of my teams.

How’s that crow?

[Editor's note: Why don't you ask Coach Mora, who was this week's choice for the thumbnail since he coached both the Saints and Colts. I bet he wouldn't be too excited about your tie idea. He strikes as a win-or-else type guy.

"Tie? Tie? Are you kidding me? A tie?"

Way to disappoint Coach Mora, Big MB. I think next week we're going to change the name of this post from Power Rankings to Weak Rankings...in honor of the author.

A tie. What a crock of shi--ean Payton.]

MSF Podcast: Roller Derby Girls Gone Wild!

November 8, 2009 By Big MB 8 Comments

Yesterday I attended one of the most interesting sporting events that I have seen in my life.

It’s something that you MUST check out.

It’s roller derby.

In their first bout of the year, the Naptown Roller Girls hosted the Bleeding Heartland Roller Girls at the Pepsi Coliseum in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Afterwards, I sat down with Strawberry Jam of the Naptown Roller Girls to learn more about this entertaining sport that is increasing in popularity.

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Filed Under: Podcast Tagged With: msf podcast, Naptown Roller Girls, Podcast, Roller Derby, strawberry jam, WFTDA

NFL Power Rankings: Week 9 (It’s Not Unusual to Have the Saints at #1…)

November 3, 2009 By Big MB 5 Comments

Another great week of NFL action: the Colts won (but looked human), the Saints continue to roll, and the Giants continue to spiral out of control.

It seems like every week brings more drama to the stage during what has been a very exciting season thus far that we are now halfway through.

One thing is for sure….THE REDSKINS DIDN’T LOSE THIS WEEK! (But the Browns did!)

[Editor's Note: There you go dick Myles. Keep rubbing salt in the wound jackass buddy. Keep kicking Browns fans when they're down you no talent ass clown my friend.

I can't wait until Peyton Manning retires and your one-man franchise returns to sucking and all of its fair-weather fans go away. Go ahead, shake your head. But you know it's true.]

Now, onto this week’s Power Rankings.

NFL Power Rankings: Week 8

October 27, 2009 By Big MB 3 Comments

With a another very interesting week of NFL Football in the books, the Power Rankings have decided to be like Elvis for Halloween this week….they’re “All Shook Up”.

O.K., that was terrible, but on a more serious note, it was a very interesting week with a lot of changes in the rankings. Take a look and comment; tell me what YOU think!

[Editor's note: I'll tell you what I think right now. How in the hell can you drop the Saints below the Colts after NO showed the heart of a champion on the road this past Sunday? Oh wait, that's right...I forgot that you live in Indianapolis. Never mind. Makes perfect sense. "All shook up" indeed...]

Saints, Patriots, Packers Rise in Week 7 NFL Power Rankings

October 20, 2009 By Big MB Leave a Comment

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For the first week in a long time, there is not a Manning in first place.

There is however, a certain quarterback who beat a Manning last week in first place, and then another Manning nipping at his heels in second place.

Yes, the Saints have come marching in during the first part of the 2009 season…and they look fantastic. How could you put anyone else at #1 after their impressive win over New York on Sunday?

There were a lot of upsets this week, and the rankings changed considerably. Hope you all enjoy!

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Filed Under: NFL Tagged With: NFL, nfl power rankings, nfl week 7

I’ll Tell You This: Sports Rumor Mill – Dungy, Gruden, Quinn, and More!

October 15, 2009 By Big MB 2 Comments

In this week’s “I’ll Tell You This” I jump into the realm of the Sports Rumor Mill. Take a look and brew up some comments or rumors of your own!

1. Tony Dungy to Return to Coaching?

Recent rumors have placed Tony Dungy back at the helm of the struggling Tampa Bay Buccaneers as early as next season. Tampa Bay is 0-5, and has shown no signs of life this season, and its coach, Raheem Morris, is no doubt on the hot seat.

There seemingly will be a change in Tampa in the next couple of years, if not before.

I’ll Tell You This:

NFL Power Rankings: Top 15 for Week 6

October 13, 2009 By Big MB 3 Comments

Another interesting week of NFL football and it’s time to see how the top 15 teams in the NFL stack up.

It should come as no surprise that last week’s top two stayed in the same spots this weekend.

(Hint: both teams have Archie Manning’s sons calling the signals!)

After the jump, check out my current top 15 and then chime in with your comments/disagreements in the comment section.

I’ll Tell You This: WRs on the Move, the MLB Playoffs, and Who is the Best QB in the NFL?

October 8, 2009 By Big MB 2 Comments

1. 49ers Barking Up the Right (Crab) Tree

Finally, early on Wednesday morning, the 49ers and first round draft pick Michael Crabtree agreed to a deal that will get the WR on the field. The deal was worth $32 million over 6 years with $17 million guaranteed and up to $8 million in additional incentives.

If Crabtree makes the Pro Bowl in two of his first five years, the contract is void after 5 years.

I’ll Tell You This:

I’ve been begging the 49ers for weeks to just get this deal done, and now they have.

The team is already 3-1 without Crabtree and have been my NFC dark-horse since the beginning of the season. Now with Crabtree inked and Gore coming back to the line-up soon, this team moves officially into my “Contender” category.

Week 5 NFL Power Rankings

October 5, 2009 By Big MB 19 Comments

This week, we have our first ever tie in the Power Rankings. I had a real tough decision choosing who would be first and who would be second so there is a tie for first place.

T-1. New York Giants (Last 6 [+5])

Ok, so Archie Manning must be sitting at home smiling at both of his boys who will tie for 1^st in Big MB’s Power Rankings for Week 5.

Obviously, the Giants don’t miss Plaxico Burress one bit. The G-men’s destruction of Kansas City only showcased Manning and his receivers. Smith and Manningham continue to impress and Brandon Jacobs is the beast of the NFC East. Next week is a HUGE NFC power game as the Saints come to town.

[Editor's Note: it's Big MB writing this column...any guess who the other 4-0 team is that he has tied for first? It shouldn't take more than one...]

NFL Power Rankings – Week 17: Requiem for an Undefeated Season

NFL Power Rankings Week 16: Colts Remain Unbeaten But Chargers Charging Not Far Behind

NFL Power Rankings Week 15: The Quest for Perfection

NFL Power Rankings Week 14: Saints, Colts Continue Dominance

NFL Power Rankings: Week 13

NFL Power Rankings: Week 11 (The Challenge)

NFL Power Rankings: Week 10

MSF Podcast: Roller Derby Girls Gone Wild!

NFL Power Rankings: Week 9 (It’s Not Unusual to Have the Saints at #1…)

NFL Power Rankings: Week 8

Saints, Patriots, Packers Rise in Week 7 NFL Power Rankings

I’ll Tell You This: Sports Rumor Mill – Dungy, Gruden, Quinn, and More!

NFL Power Rankings: Top 15 for Week 6

I’ll Tell You This: WRs on the Move, the MLB Playoffs, and Who is the Best QB in the NFL?

Week 5 NFL Power Rankings

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