The big winner this week is the Houston Texans.  They moved up  six spots and now sit at number 11, knocking on the door of the top 10.

The big loser this week is the New York Giants.  The Giants once claimed the top spot only 3 weeks ago but now have fallen all the way to down 16 after losing three straight.

1. New Orleans Saints (7-0) –

A big win that creates separation in the NFC South.

2. Indianapolis Colts (7-0) –

Had to grind it out against the 49ers but got the job done.

3. Minnesota Vikings (7-1) +2

Favre saved his best for the Packers.

4. Pittsburgh Steelers (5-2) –

Had a bye to prepare for the Broncos next week.

5. Denver Broncos (6-1) -2

First loss of the season but they weren’t going to win every game.

6. New England Patriots (5-2) +2

Had a bye last week.  Face the Dolphins this week.

7. Philadelphia Eagles (5-2) +1

A season defying win for Eagles over the division rival G-Men.

8. Cincinnati Bengals (5-2) -1

Were idle last week.  Big division game versus the Ravens coming up.

9. Baltimore Ravens (4-3) +3

The defense showed why they are considered one of the best.

10. Dallas Cowboys (5-2) +3

Getting hot now but have to play the just as hot Eagles this week.

11. Houston Texans (5-3) +6

This may finally be the year for the Texans.

12. Green Bay Packers (4-3) -1

The o-line is still the number one concern for the Packers.

13. San Diego Chargers (4-3) +3

Not an impressive win, but a win never the less.

14. Atlanta Falcons (4-3) –

Gave the Saints a good battle but came up short.  Luckily, they get the Redskins next week.

15. Arizona Cardinals (4-3) -5

After they beat the Giants in New York they go lay an egg at home against Carolina.

16. New York Giants (5-3) -7

This team is reeling after three losses in a row.  Is Eli’s foot bothering him more than he’s letting on?

17. Chicago Bears (4-3) +1

Slaughtered the Browns but Cutler didn’t play great and the o-line allowed four sacks.

18. Miami Dolphins (3-4) +1

Are now 3-0 in the division and 0-4 against everyone else.  They play the Pats this week.

19. New York Jets (4-4) -4

Let one slip away against the Dolphins.  Have a bye week upcoming to sort things out.

20. San Francisco 49ers (3-4) –

Played the Colts tight but they need to start winning again.

21. Buffalo Bills (3-5) –

Should get Trent Edwards back this week.

22. Carolina Panthers (3-4) +2

Two season firsts: Jake Delhomme didn’t turn the ball over and Steve Smith caught a touchdown

23. Jacksonville Jaguars (3-4) –

How did the Jaguars only give M.J.D. only eight carries?

24. Seattle Seahawks (2-5) -2

This year’s version of the Seahawks is starting to look awfully similar to last year’s.

25. Tennessee Titans (1-6) +3

With Vince behind center the Titans get win number one.

26. Oakland Raiders (2-6) -1

They played the Chargers tight both times this season, but unfortunately they lost both games.

27. Washington Redskins (2-5) –

They needed more than a bye week to sort out all their problems.

28. Kansas City Chiefs (1-6) -2

The suspension of Larry Johnson will finally give Jamaal Charles a chance.

29. St. Louis Rams (1-7) +3

The Rams get their first win of the season, albeit against the Lions.

30. Detroit Lions (1-6) -1

No Calvin Johnson has hurt them the past few weeks.

31. Cleveland Browns (1-7) -1

Derek Anderson finally got benched for Brady Quinn.

32. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (0-7) -1

Josh Freeman had a bye to prepare for his first career start.

The big winners this week are the Cardinals, Chargers, and Bills, who all moved up 5 spots.  The Cardinals entered the top 10 for the first time this season and the Chargers look like they’re turning it on now.

The big loser this week is the Atlanta Falcons.  They dropped 7 spots down to number 14 after getting blown out in Dallas.

1. New Orleans Saints (6-0) –

The comeback win showed why they’re the best team in the league.

2. Indianapolis Colts (6-0) –

Another easy win for Peyton and the Colts.

3. Denver Broncos (6-0) +1

Had to bye week to gear up for the Ravens.

4. Pittsburgh Steelers (5-2) +3

Defense cam up huge against the Vikings.

5. Minnesota Vikings (6-1) -2

First loss of the season but they played well.

6. New England Patriots (5-2) +2

Two blowouts in a row now for the Pats.

7. Cincinnati Bengals (5-2) +3

Absolutely crushed the Bears.  They’re for real.

8. Philadelphia Eagles (4-2) +1

Proved their loss to the Raiders was just a fluke.

9. New York Giants (5-2) -4

Two straight losses have this team at a crossroads.

10. Arizona Cardinals (4-2) +5

They have reclaimed the NFC West and look like last year’s team.

11. Green Bay Packers (4-2) +1

Playing well heading into the Favre reunion.

12. Baltimore Ravens (3-3) -1

Had a bye to hopefully sort out that defense.

13. Dallas Cowboys (4-2) +4

Finally got a statement win against the Falcons.

14. Atlanta Falcons (4-2) -7

Looked sluggish against the Cowboys.  Big game on Monday Night against the Saints coming up.

15. New York Jets (4-3) +3

It was the Raiders, but that’s how you rebound.  Losing Leon Washington for the year stings though.

16. San Diego Chargers (3-3) +5

Is this the start of the Chargers turnaround?

17. Houston Texans (4-3) +2

The run defense has been drastically better the last few weeks.

18. Chicago Bears (3-3) -4

Embarrassed by the Falcons.  The o-line needs to play better.

19. Miami Dolphins (2-4) –1

Let one slip away against the Saints.  They need an impact receiver.

20. San Francisco 49ers (3-3) -4

Alex Smith provided a spark but can he keep it up when defense can game plan for him?

21. Buffalo Bills (3-4) +5

Ryan Fitzpatrick has led this team to two straight wins.

22. Seattle Seahawks (2-4) -1

Were on a bye last week.  Big stretch coming up.

23. Jacksonville Jaguars (3-3) -3

Had a bye last week.  Can they compete for a playoff spot?

24. Carolina Panthers (2-4) -2

Jake Delhomme is shell of his former self.  It’s time for a change.

25. Oakland Raiders (2-5) –

After beating the Eagles they went straight back to being the Raiders.

26. Kansas City Chiefs (1-6) +1

After upsetting the ‘Skins, got demolished by the Chargers.

27. Washington Redskins (2-5) -3

Another loss for the ‘Skins.  Sherm Lewis calling plays didn’t change the players running the.

28. Tennessee Titans (0-6) +1

Had a bye to sort things out.  Could we be seeing Vince Young this week?

29. Detroit Lions (1-5) -1

On a bye last week.  Hopefully will get Stafford and Johnson back from injury.

30. Cleveland Browns (1-6) -2

Derek Anderson has been beyond awful the past three weeks.

31. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (0-7) -1

With the season lost we will be seeing Josh Freeman soon.

32. St. Louis Rams (0-7) –

Is there anything left to say about the Rams?