Fbkid's Pre Preseason Power Rankings

In a few months, training camp will start so it is time for me to unveil my first power rankings of the year. Every team has made lots of changes this offseason so it should once again be a great NFL season. Here are my pre preseason power rankings.

1. Pittsburgh Steelers: They are the defending champs and until they lose, they are number one.

2. New England Patriots: With Tom Brady coming back, the Patriots should be fully loaded this year. They will be the favorites to represent the AFC in the Super Bowl.

3. Philadelphia Eagles: The Eagles had an excellent offseason adding Jason Peters at left tackle and adding players such as Jeremy Maclin and LeSean McCoy through the draft. Don't be surprised if we see a rematch of Super Bowl 39 in February.

4. Indianapolis Colts: As long as Peyton Manning is under center, the Colts will be contenders. The defense needs to get healthy and Jim Caldwell will have a tough job replacing Tony Dungy.

5. Arizona Cardinals: Fresh off a Super Bowl appearance the Cardinals improved this offseason adding Bryant McFadden and Chris Wells in the draft. They should win the NFC West again but they won't be flying under the radar this year.

6. New York Giants: The Giants will be very strong on defense once again and if Hakeem Nicks fills the void left by the Plaxico Burress they will be explosive on offense as well. They should be one of the last teams standing come January.

7. Baltimore Ravens: Last year was supposed to be a rebuilding year for the Ravens. This year if Joe Flacco and the passing game improve, they could make the Super Bowl. Don't forget that Ben Roethlisberger won the Super Bowl in his second year.

8. Atlanta Falcons: It's hard to imagine based on where he was picked but Matt Ryan exceeded expectations last year. With the addition of Tony Gonzalez to an already explosive offense, don't be surprised if they are even better this year.

9. Tennessee Titans: With their strong defense, as long as the Titans can run the football they will be in every game. If Kerry Collins plays like he did last year, they could be just as good. The main question is what they will end up doing with Vince Young.

10. San Diego Chargers: The Chargers are a very deep team and should easily win the AFC West. The defense should also get better as Shawne Merriman is returning from injury.

11. Carolina Panthers: The Panthers should be strong again with a very good rushing attack and a stingy defense. Jake Delhomme is the key here as it's going to be a long year if he frequently plays like he did against the Cardinals last January.

12. New Orleans Saints: The Saints have really improved on defense this offseason and with an explosive offense could be ready to take it to the next level in the tough NFC South.

13. Houston Texans: The Texans have lots of talent and this could finally be the year they make the playoffs. Matt Schuab has had a hard time staying healthy and with the loss of Sage Rosenfels, it will be hard for the team to compete if he isn't.

14. Minnesota Vikings: Even without a quarterback, the Vikings are the most well rounded team in the NFC North. The division is a three team race but as long as they get solid play from Sage Rosenfels the Vikings have the talent to take it.

15. Seattle Seahawks: The Seahawks may have struggled last year, but they are built to win right away. Don't be surprised if in an easy NFC West if they got 8 or 9 wins this year.

16. Chicago Bears: Jay Cutler gives the Bears the franchise quarterback they have been looking for since Jim McMahon. The defense is still strong but other than Devin Hester who does Cutler have to throw to?

17. Dallas Cowboys: The Cowboys still need another receiver to start across Roy Williams but the running game should really improve this year with Felix Jones healthy. The defense is solid but it all comes down to Tony Romo winning when it matters.

18. Cincinnati Bengals: Could they be this year's Cardinals? Carson Palmer is finally healthy and they are coming off an excellent draft. The defense is improving but in a tough AFC North they are probably still a year or two away.

19. Green Bay Packers: The offense isn't a problem for the Packers. The defense on the other hand had a hard time stopping anyone next year. If the defense improves in their new 3-4 alignment and Aaron Rodgers plays well again, they could make a push for the division title.

20. Buffalo Bills: The Bills have enough talent to be a playoff team but it all comes down to how Trent Edwards plays.

21. New York Jets: If they choose to start him right away, Mark Sanchez is in a great situation. With a very strong supporting cast. Sanchez could lead the team to a season like the Falcons had last year.

22. Miami Dolphins: The Dolphins made huge strides last year but they could be this year's version of the Browns. They will be tough this year but in 2010 look for them to emerge into an elite team in the AFC.

23. Washington Redskins: Considering they are clearly the 4th place team in the division, it will be hard for the Redskins to compete in the NFC East. In any other division they could be a 9-10 win team.

24. Jacksonville Jaguars: The Jaguars were a trendy Super Bowl pick last year but are still rebuilding. If they keep drafting the way they did this year, it won't be long until they are back in that conversation.

25. Kansas City Chiefs: After trading for Matt Cassel the Chiefs are now settled at the quarterback position. Scott Pioli needs to get another draft of his players in the system but until then, they will be fun to watch.

26. Oakland Raiders: If JaMarcus Russell plays like he did at the end of last season, the Raiders could surprise some people. The defense is solid and more will be expected of Darren McFadden in his second year.

27. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: This is a rebuilding year for the Bucs as the defense isn't as deep as it has been in recent years. Byron Leftwich should be a solid one year option but Josh Freeman is clearly the future. Look for the Bucs to contend in another year or two.

28. Denver Broncos: The only thing dumber than trading your franchise quarterback is trading a 1st round pick which is quickly shaping into a top 10 pick for a second rounder in Alphonso Smith. Smith is a very good player, but that's a huge price to pay for him. It has the makings of a long year for the Broncos.

29. San Francisco 49ers: Mike Singeltary will make sure this team gives it their all every week. If Shaun Hill steps up this team could surprise a lot of people.

30. Cleveland Browns: It's going to be a rough year for the Browns. They are switching coaches and can't decide on a quarterback. Look for them to in the thick of the AFC North in a couple of years.

31. St.Louis Rams: The Rams have some talent but were terrible last year. If Marc Bulger and the defense play better they could contend in a weak NFC West next year.

32. Detroit Lions: Even though Jim Schwartz will have this team ready to play, it's hard to put them any higher coming off a year where they didn't win a game.