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NFL Power Rankings: Packers, Steelers, 5 teams on the rise

By Kim Myers

Jun 17, 2014; Green Bay, WI, USA; Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers stretches during the team
Jun 17, 2014; Green Bay, WI, USA; Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers stretches during the team /
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Houston Texans (2-14 in 2013)

Jun 17, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Texans head coach Bill O’Brien instructs players during mini camp at Houston Methodist Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports
Jun 17, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Texans head coach Bill O’Brien instructs players during mini camp at Houston Methodist Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports /

The Houston Texans probably won’t be soaring into the ranks of the AFC Playoffs just yet, but I think they’re definitely on the rise from a 2-win season based on their offseason adjustments. Bill O’Brien inherited a lot of talent in players like JJ Watt, Andre Johnson, and Brian Cushing. He’s also got potentially one of the most anticipated defensive rookies the NFL has seen in a long time. If Clowney is 100% the entire season, look out.

The question marks still remain on offense for Houston, how have decided that Ryan Fitzpatrick is the man under center, for now. He’s not a long-term answer so that’s why the team won’t be playoff-contending anytime soon. But, the Texans got a sweet schedule in 2014 to go along with the top draft pick so a rise to even the world of .500 would be an excellent starting point for the Bill O’Brien era in Houston.

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