Week 10: Showdown With Rock / Power Rankings

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Well, the much anticipated match-up between Rock and I lived up to the hype. To be honest, I thought that Tony Romo & Dez Bryant were going to destroy me going into the Sunday night game. That's why I was so relieved to find out they didn't perform very well. But during that brief period when I was going through a lot of doubt, I became incredibly angry. That's why I'm not going to shit-talk Rock here. In fact, I'd like to take this opportunity to serenade him, as a congratulatory prize for a well-played game...
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Come in here, dear boy, have a cigar.


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You're gonna go far,


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You're gonna fly high,


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You're never gonna die,


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You're gonna make it if you try;

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They're gonna love you!


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With that out of the way, we can finally move on to the Power Rankings. Just a disclaimer: The total points scored is the biggest factor in determining where the team ranks, but overall record as well as recent play are also taken into consideration
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1. The White Welkers (Devin Ginty) - Manning's ankle injury isn't supposed to be a big deal, and there's no reason to believe he's going to slow down. Combine that with the free agent addition of Riley Cooper as well as the trade which brought in Ray Rice, and that makes the White Welkers the team to beat this season.
2. The Christ Punchers (Peter Mayers) - They're on a three game winning streak and have taken six of their last eight, averaging 115.7 points per week. Knocking off the team with the best record helped move them into second place.
3. Dezzie Does Dallas (Greg Gajkowski) - Regardless of how few points they score when judged against the rest of the league, credit has to be given to their record. Inconsistent play from the QB position has made the team a bit shaky, but they still should have no problems getting into the playoffs
4. TSM TuffNuts (Eric Klumpp) - Despite being .500 over their last four games, this team consistently puts up triple digit points. With Drew Brees & Jamaal Charles, there's no shortage of big game potential from this roster.
5. Calvin Candies' Ballers (David Haylett) - This team has definitely been in trouble as of late. They've lost three of their last four, and haven't broken into triple digit points since week 5! Jimmy Graham's foot injury could be a big problem. Still, they're a virtual lock to make the post season, but this is not the time for the Ballers to be cooling down.
6. The Shockers (Joe Provino) - This team averaged 142 points from weeks 6-8, and looked like they were turning the corner and becoming one of the best in the league. However, they've only averaged 68.75 points each of the last two weeks. This is a bubble team that not only has a good chance to make the playoffs but could actually make a deep run. The only issue is whether or not their play can become a little more consistent.
7. Bible Thumpers (Jeffrey Klumpp) - This team is getting hot at just the right time. Unfortunately, they've run into some pretty tough competition and are going to have to struggle to make the playoffs. If Luck can put up good numbers, it will help assist the already explosive capabilities of T.Y. Hilton and Andre Johnson
8. Wadhams Total Fitness (Joe Slomba) - This is another team that has been victimized by a rough schedule. Inconsistent play has marred this team as C.J. Spiller's injuries have been a major source of frustration as the team has a tough time finding a rhythm.
9. Discount Double Check (Phil Haylett) - The loss of Aaron Rodgers has been nothing short of devastating. Now that Jake Locker is done for the season, the team is in dire need of a quarterback. It's sad to say, but this season is all but over for them.
10. Chunk's Truffle Shuffle (Kevin Klumpp) - Tom Brady's numbers have improved since Gronkowski returned to the lineup, but this team's receivers have been absolutely non-existent this year. Time to start looking at 2014.
11. LakefestCess PoolRashOhNasty (Jeremy Bshorts) - After starting the season 0-6, they've managed to work their way to a .500 record over their last four games. Even though they won't make the playoffs this year, they have a good foundation to build on.
12. Reggie Roby's Watch (Don Merritt) - Having won only once in their last four games, this team is in need of a complete overhaul. Matt Stafford & Tony Gonzalez have been the lone bright spots this year.