NFL Power Rankings Week 9: New York Jets moving up

Nov 8, 2015; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) is taken from the field on a cart after suffering an apparent injury against the Oakland Raiders during the fourth quarter at Heinz Field. The Steelers won 38-35. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

12.) Oakland Raiders (4-4)

Winning on the East Coast is not an easy thing for the Raiders to do, and in Week 9 they lost a hard-fought game against the Steelers. Derek Carr once again played very well, as he totaled 301 passing yards and four passing touchdowns. The duo of Amari Cooper and Michael Crabtree worked wonders against the Steelers, as they combined to total 14 receptions and three receiving touchdowns.

11.) Atlanta Falcons (6-3)

The Falcons continued their tailspin in Week 9, as they lost to the 49ers on the West Coast with Colin Kaepernick sitting on the bench. Devonta Freeman was completely shut down on the ground by the 49ers’ defense, as he totaled 12 rushing yards on 12 carries, but he made up for it in the receiving game. Atlanta hasn’t played well in over a month, as they continue to trend south in the NFL power rankings.

10.) Pittsburgh Steelers (5-4)

Injuries have been the theme of the Steelers’ 2015 season. In their win against Raiders, the Steelers once again lost their quarterback Ben Roethlisberger for another couple of weeks with a foot injury. Even with the injuries, the Steelers find ways to win. Antonio Brown had a ridiculous game, as he totaled 17 receptions and 284 receiving yards. DeAngelo Williams provided the support on the ground, as he totaled 170 rushing yards in the win.

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