I've told you about my hate of Power Rankings before, here and here. So knowing my opinion, check this out.

I don't mind Michael David Smith at Fanhouse. He's a good investigative blogger and writes 2 million posts a day at places all around the world wide web. But this is awful.

He put out Fanhouse's latest NFL Power Rankings. Giants 1, Steelers 2, Titans 3, Ravens 4. Lovely praise for Pittsburgh:

- "There haven't been many more impressive performances in the NFL this season than the one the Steelers' defense put together against the Patriots on Sunday."

But complete horseshit (mini horseshit?) about the Ravens:

- "...we shouldn't overlook what a strong year Haloti Ngata is having for the Ravens. Baltimore has the best defense in the NFL, and no one deserves more credit for that than Ngata."

Really? Let's look at those NFL stats again.



Looks like a clean sweep to me. Just a little more research next time, MDS.

Polamalu Deal is Near

We can almost stop holding our breath.

Steel City Insider Jim Wexell is reporting that a contract with safety Troy Polamalu is nearing completion. JJ Cooper at the Fanhouse has the scoop. Ryan, over at Heels, Sox and Steelers, is also reporting on the news.

This could be huge. Troy is currently making less money than Ryan Clark, who is in danger of losing his job to 2nd-year safety Anthony Smith.

Wexell keeps saying to check back with the Insider, since an announcement could be made any time.

Also, a deal may be imminent with 2nd rounder and PSaMP fave LaMarr Woodley. However, the Steelers might delay one of the two announcements so that either one is not overshadowed.

And I needed an excuse to post this kickass pic. Troy should use the trophy to crush guys like Ed Reed, Brian Dawkins, Adrian Wilson, Dawan Landry and Kerry Rhodes, all guys that are ranked above Polamalu at the safety position, as written by Clark Judge. Judge could also get smacked.