NFL Power Rankings Week 1: Los Angeles Rams Sit at No. 26

2016 NFL Power Rankings Week 1: Where Do the Los Angeles Rams Currently Rank?

By Dan Parzych | Sep 1, 2016

Sep 1, 2016; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Los Angeles Rams quarterback Case Keenum (17), running back Todd Gurley (30), quarterback Sean Mannion (14) and quarterbacks coach Chris Weinke react on the sidelines against the Minnesota Vikings during a NFL game at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports /

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Aug 27, 2016; Baltimore, MD, USA; Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco (5) throws during the first quarter against the Detroit Lions at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports /

18. Baltimore Ravens (19)

The argument can be made the Baltimore Ravens would have been strong contenders last year if it wasn’t for numerous injuries on both sides of the football. Instead, the team finished with a disappointing 5-11 record as the team missed the playoffs for just the second time since the 2008 season.

After finishing the preseason with an undefeated record, the Ravens appear determined to bounce back in 2016 and compete for their first AFC North title since 2012. Between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Pittsburgh Steelers, Baltimore knows making a run for the division title isn’t going to be easy, but they seem to be ready for the challenge.

If this is going to happen, the Ravens better hope there are no complications from Joe Flacco–who missed the end of last season with a torn ACL. The quarterback may not always post big numbers, but he’s always been a valuable leader for Baltimore throughout his career.

Next: 17. Atlanta Falcons

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