Joe Flacco is making his case for MVP of the entire NFL.


It was an exciting week in NFL football. Ups and downs. Here's how I breakdown and rank the NFL after week three. Enjoy.

1. Baltimore Ravens (Last Week: 1)

Another week, another win for the Ravens. Albeit against the worst team in the NFL, but a win nonetheless. Second in the NFL in both yards per game and points per game, behind only the Saints (Like I needed to tell you that). And as I've stated before, this Joe Flacco guy is the real deal. How 'bout it folks? 839 yards, 6 touchdowns to only 2 interceptions and a QB rating of 101.4. Oh, and they have the number one rush defense in the NFL giving up only 51 yards a game.


2. New York Giants (Last Week: 3)

The Giants are really starting to make more noise than I'm sure most people thought. Now, whether they man up and admit it or not is the key. I will admit I was wrong about the Giants. Namely the receiver position, but these young guys have done nothing but step up in the absence of Plaxico. I still think eventually they will come back down to earth, but maybe not as far down as originally thought. They'll be a tough test for anyone, and already hold a two-game lead in the NFC East.


3. New Orleans Saints (Last Week: 2)

They were finally held in check. Drew Brees didn't throw a touchdown, and they had to rely on the run game. Oh, no they didn't lose, sorry to have mistaken you. Pierre Thomas scampered for 2 scores, and let Drew Brees and the rest of us know, they can do more than pass. I'm still not sure whether this game was result of the offense cooling down, or the weather playing a factor. Regardless, a win is a win, and the Saints are 3-0 and lead their division.


4. Indianapolis Colts (Last Week: 4)

This is a team I can't quite put my finger on, but they've gotten it done on the field. Peyton Manning looks like he's way to smart for his receivers (and well, he is). What I do know, and what they showed against the Cardinals Sunday night, is that once they get a lead on you, you're in trouble. Once you have to resort to the pass, it's all-but over. They will pin their ears back and those defensive ends will get at you in a big way. I still look for them to play a winning team, but it won't happen this week as they got Seattle. Despite the 0-3 record, I do expect Tennessee to show us whether or not Indy is real in two weeks.


5. New York Jets (Last Week: 8)

This team has really shown much improvement under the supervision and leadership of new Head Coach, Rex Ryan. Ryan has brought a tenacity to this defense, and they swarm. They also have a guy under center who's proving to be quite good. I'm obviously talking about USC product, Mark Sanchez. Sanchez has looked like a seasoned vet thus far in this season, and they've played some decent talent along the way. Sanchez isn't afraid to get his nose dirty as you saw in his 14 yard TD run against Tennessee this past week. I like what I see from him, and I know NY agrees.


6. Minnesota Vikings (Last Week: 7)

Greg Lewis. That's all you need to say. In a game that was all-but lost, Brett Favre hooked up with Greg Lewis on a miraculous touchdown play. I don't know what it is about Lewis. If you leave the man wide open, drop. However, double coverage, game on the line he gets the job done. He has a knack for making the big catch when it's needed. Oh and a little stat to keep in mind for next week. With a victory, Brett Favre becomes the only QB in NFL history to beat every single NFL team. That's all 32 folks. That's incredible. This is why you come back.


7. Philadelphia Eagles (Last Week: 11)

Kevin Kolb has shown why the coaching staff has had so much faith in him. However, this is still McNabb's team and he's still the better quarterback, but it's nice to know you have some reliability behind him. LeSean McCoy showed that he can be a premier back in this league, and what else is there to say about Brent Celek other than "wow". He's making his case to be a top 5 TE in this league, and he's not done yet. Solid defensive play and McNabb coming back healthy after the bye equals good news for Philadelphia.


8. New England Patriots (Last Week: 10)

They made their case that they're still a top football team by beating up on a very good Atlanta Falcon team. They held Michael Turner to just 56 yards, and Tom Brady is getting more and more comfortable as the weeks go bye. News is coming out that Randy Moss is starting to slack off again as he did in Oakland. Keep an eye on that New England fans.


9. Pittsburgh Steelers (Last Week: 6)

How about the defending champions starting out 1-2. They could very well be 1-3 after this week and if that is the case, you got to be very worried. They were just outplayed by Cincinnati at the end of the game. Parker looked to get going a little bit, but the lack of a running game really hurts them. They really got to get things righted before they meet Baltimore or this division is gone, and so could a playoff spot.


10. Atlanta Falcons (Last Week: 5)

They failed to get anything going against the Patriots. Michael Turner hasn't been able to get anything going through 3 weeks, and that's going to be a huge problem. Matt Ryan is good, but he's still a young quarterback. Nothing helps out a young quarterback like a rock-solid running game. They've got to produce more pressure defensively. Tom Brady was free to roam on Sunday.


11. Chicago Bears (Last Week: 15)

Jay Cutler is really making his case as a strong quarterback after such a terrible outting week one. Keep an eye on Forte, or the lack thereof.


12. San Diego Chargers (Last Week: 14)

They have a huge game this week with Pittsburgh. This team continues to struggle with looking prepared. That's on the Head Coach.


13. Cincinnati Bengals (Last Week: 19)

They went toe-to-toe with the defending champs, and came out victorious. Carson Palmer makes the Bengals a completely different team, and Lavernues Coles is the most underrated off-season pick-up.


14. San Francisco 49ers (Last Week: 9)

Greg Lewis struck gold against the Niners this week. They played tough, but were 0-11 on third down. They could lose Frank Gore for up to 3 weeks as well. Nothing but trouble there.


15. Dallas Cowboys (Last Week: 17)

They pulled one out on MNF against Carolina, but continue to struggle in certain aspects of the game. Felix Jones got a little banged up. Despite returning to the game, the 'Boys RB health has got to be a concern.


16. Houston Texans (Last Week: 12)

Up and down, up and down. That's the only way to describe this team. I think they play down to their opponents level too much.


17. Tennessee Titans (Last Week: 16)

Could be the most surprising start in the NFL this season. It doesn't get any easier this week as they take on division-rival, Jacksonville.


18. Denver Broncos (Last Week: 18)

Surprising start number 2. But let's wait until they play a real decent team before we make too much of a roar here.


19. Buffalo Bills (Last Week: 13)

Another solid 3 quarters by the Bills. If we were playing hockey that'd be great. But, alas, we're playing football which requires 4 quarters.


20. Green Bay Packers (Last Week: 20)

They bested the Rams, but that doesn't say much. They're underachieving right now, and are just not as good as I thought they would be.


21. Jacksonville Jaguars (Last Week: 25)

A solid win inside the divison against Houston. Jones-Drew drives this team. If he puts up numbers, they'll win.


22. Arizona Cardinals (Last Week: 21)

Could Kurt Warner finally be showing his age? Questionable decision to sideline Beanie Wells for most of the game. Could've been the most costly factor in the loss.


23. Seattle Seahawks (Last Week: 23)

Hung in there with the Bears even without their starting QB, but just couldn't pull it out. Maybe it was just the jersey throwing the Bears off? (I liked the jersey's BTW.)


24. Miami Dolphins (Last Week: 26)

They just can't seem to get things to go their way. Another tough fought game under their belts, but still a goose egg in the win column. No A's for effort in the NFL.


25. Carolina Panthers (Last Week: 22)

No running game against Dallas this week, and Delhomme had another poor outing. Could it be A.J. Feeley time?


26. Oakland Raiders (Last Week: 24)

Well, if Jamarcus Russell is satisfied with a 41 percent completion rate, than Oakland has some huge problems. If Russell was accurate at all, this is a 10-11 win team.


27. Detroit Lions (Last Week: 30)

Rejoice, Detroit! After a 19-game losing streak the Lions finally pulled one out. Tears were even shed after the game. I guess it's okay since they still had the Red Wings.


28. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Last Week: 28)

Blanked by the Giants, and the Starting QB is now benched. Josh Johnson gets the call for now, but I don't think it'll be long before we see the other Josh. Freeman that is.


29. Kansas City Chiefs (Last Week: 29)

They were dominated by the Eagles. Kevin Kolb put up over 300 yards through the air and McCoy put up 85 on the ground. No positives from this game.


30. Washington Redskins (Last Week: 27)

They gave their Lions a their first win in 19 attempts. No rushing game, no passing game, and a head coach that is in way over his head. Recipe for disaster.


31. St. Louis Rams (Last Week: 32)

They didn't win, but still get the nod to move up. I guess you can look at the positives, you're not the Cleveland Browns.

32. Cleveland Browns (Last Week: 31)

Brady Quinn and his 1 INT was pulled in favor of Derek Anderson and his 3 INT's. I haven't taken a math in college yet, but that's not a good ratio.