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 26, 2016; New Orleans, LA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers head quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) makes a throw against the New Orleans Saints in the first quarter at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports /

7. Pittsburgh Steelers (8)

First off, let’s give the Pittsburgh Steelers credit for rewarding wide receiver Antonio Brown with a restructured deal before the official start of the 2016 season. With 265 receptions over the last two seasons, it’s easy to see why Brown is considered one of the top players in the league and he’ll certainly make it easier for Ben Roethlisberger on offense.

It’s still way too early for any bold predictions, but many believe the Steelers are capable of posting record-breaking numbers on offense in 2016 and whether that happens will come down to the numbers displayed by Brown and Big Ben. Pittsburgh is always considered a strong contender at the beginning of the season and with the potential on offense, it’s easy to see them as early favorites in the AFC North over the Bengals.

Plus, let’s not forget about how this offense will be even more dangerous once Le’Veon Bell returns from suspension.

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