theGM's NFC Power 6

Yesterday we had the AFC Power 6....now the NFC Power 6. Here is last week's list in case you want to see what is changing.

After watching the Eagles, Vikings, and Saints win big matchups I think you should have an idea of who the best teams are in the NFC....there is much less uncertainty amongst NFC teams.


1. New Orleans Saints | 7-0

Was there any doubt? Easily the best team in the NFC..maybe in the league. Brees and Co. on offense are almost unstoppable and the defense is scoring at will anymore too.

A few tests coming up (kinda) with New England, Dallas, and Atlanta on the slate. But the next 3 weeks....Carolina, Tampa Bay, and St Louis....wow!

2. Minnesota Vikings | 7-1

I still have substantial questions about this team and I doubt very much that they make it to the NFC title game but right now they are as good as any.

Favre's age WILL catch up to him at some point and then what happens to this team? Favre is their heart and soul right now just like he was last season with New York. When he goes...so go the Vikings.

3. Philadelphia Eagles | 5-2

They were at #6 last week and then embarrassed the Giants on Sunday. If it wasn't for the bad loss against Oakland this team would be contending with Minnesota for second. Their only other loss was to the Saints.

They have quite possibly the hardest schedule the rest of the way. Starting this week against Da Boys.

4. Dallas Cowboys | 5-2

Didn't want to put them this high but there is no one else worth placing here. The win this past weekend wasn't that impressive (over Seattle) but the win over Atlanta was much better. This week they get the high flying Eagles in a chance to prove they are contenders.

5. Arizona Cardinals | 4-3

Not sure what to make of this team but they will probably win the division there. Warner threw 5 picks and they still had a shot. The run defense caved last weekend and it needs to come back fast. If they lose to Chicago on Sunday then they fall from here to off the list.

6. Atlanta Falcons | 4-3

They hung in there against the Saints and beat the 49ers, Bears, and Dolphins earlier this season. Not quite as good as the top 4 teams in the conference but surely better than everyone else.


Not Quite Good Enough...

• New York Giants...embarrassed in Philly and have lost 3 straight. Other than win over Dallas no one else was any good.
• Green Bay Packers...couldn't keep up with Favre at home and haven't exactly beaten great teams but they have talent and could make a run for the wild card.