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2018 NFL Power Rankings: Packers, Patriots fall as Rams, Chiefs show dominance

By Randy Gurzi

LOS ANGELES, CA - SEPTEMBER 23: Robert Woods #17 of the Los Angeles Rams celebrates his touchdown with teammate Todd Gurley #30 during the first quarter of the game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on September 23, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)
LOS ANGELES, CA - SEPTEMBER 23: Robert Woods #17 of the Los Angeles Rams celebrates his touchdown with teammate Todd Gurley #30 during the first quarter of the game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on September 23, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images) /
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BALTIMORE, MD – SEPTEMBER 23: Joe Flacco #5 of the Baltimore Ravens looks on against the Denver Broncos during the second half at M&T Bank Stadium on September 23, 2018 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)
BALTIMORE, MD – SEPTEMBER 23: Joe Flacco #5 of the Baltimore Ravens looks on against the Denver Broncos during the second half at M&T Bank Stadium on September 23, 2018 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) /

13. Baltimore Ravens (15)

It’s really looking like the Baltimore Ravens did a fantastic job of fixing their receiving corps in one offseason. John Brown and Michael Crabtree have become excellent options for them. In Week 3, Brown had another 86 yards receiving and Crabtree keeps proving to be a solid possession guy, grabbing seven passes for 61 yards on the day.

Also looking good is their third-round pick, Mark Andrews. He was the second tight end they took in the draft and the former Oklahoma Sooner continues to do what he did in college, catch passes for big yards. He had 59 yards on just two catches in this game and continues to give Joe Flacco a strong, reliable target in the middle of the field.

Even with the improved offense, the Ravens are still a team that wins with their defense. After surrendering 14 points in the first quarter against the Broncos, they didn’t allow another score. They also forced a pick and sacked Case Keenum three times in the game.

The issue with Baltimore is consistency, especially on offense. When they play to their potential, they’re one of the toughest teams in the NFL. The problem is, they don’t always do that.

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