Power Rankings: Week 12

The LOC has descended into anarchy. I'm not even going to make an attempt at explaining how close the playoff race is right now - it's pretty close. What's even worse is the power has seemingly shifted all over the place as well, and right now it's anyone's game. Anyway, let's see if I can make sense of it

Power Rankings

1. The Dream Team, 6-5 (2, ^1): In a week where near every team was terrible, The Dream Team had one of few good performances. Unfortunately for them however, it wasn't enough to get the win. They've got a very good team with a high floor, albeit maybe with a lack of explosion. But they're pretty solid, and should stay that way.

2. Bear Necessities, 5-6 (1, v1): It's hard to base anything off of last week, but the injuries appear to be catching up with this team. This isn't the first time they've had a shot to close ground on The Dream Team, and they blew it. While they remain high now, the lack of steam could cause them to move down swiftly. They're in must win mode.

3. IKNAN, 6-5 (5, ^2): IKNAN absolutely had to win last week, and they absolutely did. Another team that has the consistency factor, they're doing a tremendous job despite the lack of RB production. They're finally getting the signal caller right on a consistent basis, and it's showing. As long as this team can keep it up, they seem destined to make the playoffs.

4. ADRZ, 9-2 (3, v1): Look we know how consistent this team is, but even last week they showed they weren't as consistent as some other teams. Their whole game is coming consistency, but they're not going to blow up the scoreboard. With the state of the LOC the way it is, they're one of the better teams. But are they among the best? Well, I'll let you make that decision yourself.

5. The Tuckfards, 6-5 (4, v1): Does The Tuckfards possibly have a bogey team? This team is one of the better teams of the league, but in very non-Tuckfards fashion they haven't shown the same killer instinct that they've displayed in the last few seasons. I do actually like this team, they've got some nice pieces in place, and it's more probable than not they make the playoffs.

6. Tom's Tyrants, 5-6 (7, ^1): This team is the king of late season revivals, and if they somehow reach the playoffs they'll probably earn another comeback award. This team is getting healthy, the coach is getting thrifty, and history could possibly be repeating itself. They'll need some games to fall their way (as before), but you can't count them out.

7. Gridiron Gang, 6-5 (6, v1): This team was 5-1 at one point. Just a torrid second half of the season. A combination of slim pickings on free agency and players slowing down has caused a grid-lock. What's worse is this teams gem, Tom Brady, is also slowing down. This coach has pulled off some incredible things before, and they'll likely need to do the same again.

8. The Romosexuals, 5-6 (8, =): This team is still in the playoff hunt, but they'll be hard pressed to do any more than that. The team has been so hot and cold all season - don't get me wrong, their hots have been pretty damn hot, but their colds have also been pretty cold. Realistically they'd probably need to win all 3 games, and I don't see it happening.

9. Forge Flyers, 3-8 (9, =): This team is a surprising last place for the second year running. Last year it was warranted, this year not so much. Almost certainly going to the James Milner Bowl bracket, it would surprised me if they played in the James Milner Bowl itself. They're a good team, and they'll pick up a win or two down the stretch.

10. Burdettinators, 5-6 (12, ^2): Maybe all it took was hitting rock bottom to get this team going? This team has had morbidly bad weeks, yet they find themselves in the playoff race still. Like The Romosexuals, they need to win all 3 games realistically to give themselves a chance, and based on the season so far....yeah, you know what I'm gonna say...

11. Patistan, 4-7 (11, =): So, I've defended this team for the most part of the season, and although they haven't been good, I've always thought they could get a win on their day. They did last week, but they got VERY lucky. Now that the coaches focus has gone elsewhere, I've lost faith in this team, and if it doesn't change, they'll be bottom next week.

12. Jeff's Seals, 6-5 (10, v2): Yeah, turns out losing Bell, Edelman, and not having Jeffrey crippled this team - who knew? If Jeffrey, Cooper and Rodgers don't light it up, this team is rarely going to have a chance. When one of those is in and out of the lineup, it's even harder. They are the worst 6-5 by a wide margin, and it would be a minor miracle if they made playoffs.