NFL Power Rankings Week 5: Where does every AFC team stand?

AFC Power Rankings Week 5: Teams that are struggling

#12 - New England Patriots (1-3)

Previous Rank: 12

Next Week: vs. Houston Texans

The New England Patriots may be near the bottom of the AFC, but they will likely trend upwards in the coming weeks. Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers nearly lost to the Patriots due to a botched kick from Nick Folk. This near-victory could be the light that the Patriots desperately need.

#11 - Pittsburgh Steelers (1-3)

Previous Rank: 10

Next Week: vs. Denver Broncos

The Pittsburgh Steelers and Ben Roethlisberger are beginning to lose steam week by week. Poor offensive play might rest solely on the shoulders of Big Ben and his inability to play like he once did. Penalties and drops will always make a lesser team even worse. The Steelers lead the AFC in those categories with 12.

#10 - Indianapolis Colts (1-3)

Previous Rank: 11

Next Week: vs. Baltimore Ravens

The Indianapolis Colts are also playing catchup with the rest of the league, and it would appear that the Carson Wentz experiment could be failing. However, they did get their first win of the season last week and could embark on a decent run.

#9 - Tennesee Titans (2-2)

Previous Rank: 8

Next Week: vs. Jacksonville Jaguars

The Tennessee Titans will need to find a way to win games when playing lesser opponents. They recently lost to the New York Jets, giving the previously winless AFC team their first win of the season. Derrick Henry cannot simply carry this team on his back any longer.