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NFL Power Rankings Week 9

By Jaclynkelli Kronemberg

Oct 30, 2016; Orchard Park, NY, USA; New England Patriots running back LeGarrette Blount (29) dives in the end zone for a touchdown during the second half against the Buffalo Bills at New Era Field. The Patriots beat the Bills 41-25. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 30, 2016; Orchard Park, NY, USA; New England Patriots running back LeGarrette Blount (29) dives in the end zone for a touchdown during the second half against the Buffalo Bills at New Era Field. The Patriots beat the Bills 41-25. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports /
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3. Denver -6-2 

The Broncos had a scare during their game. Defensive coordinator Wade Phillips was carted off the field. A Chargers player ran into Phillips on the sideline knocking him backwards. Phillips was taken to the hospital for evaluation. He was released Monday with no serious injury.

Linebackers coach took over the defensive play calling. The defense didn’t skip a beat and even won the game. The defense caused the Chargers to turn the ball over on downs to win the game. Until this game, the defense hadn’t allowed a wide receiver to score a touchdown since week one.

The Broncos were only behind in this game in the first quarter. Trevor Siemian went 20-of-38 for 276 yards and one interception. Siemian also fumbled twice loosing one. The offense didn’t produce much, scoring two touchdowns.

The defense was the key in this game wreaking havoc on the Chargers offense. They sacked Philip Rivers four times and caught three interceptions. Their biggest play of the game was when they caused a turnover on downs to seal their victory.

This week, the Broncos face off with the hot Raiders. Fortunately for the Broncos the Raiders are playing at home where they have struggled. They are currently tied with the Raiders. This game will determine the leader of the division.

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