NFL power rankings, Week 11: Titans rise, Packers tumble

A masterful special teams play by rookie Justin Simmons left the Saints hanging their heads against the Broncos. Denver blocked what would have been the go-ahead extra point, and would return the ball for the final two points of the game. New Orleans could have easily won this game if it had blocked Simmons from jumping in front of the kick. Drew Brees threw for over 300 yards once again, but it was not enough to push New Orleans pass the Super Bowl champions. The defense faltered once again, allowing Trevor Siemian walk down the field to score two touchdowns and multiple field goals. <p>Next Week: New Orleans will travel to face the Panthers, who have fallen off the map since making a Super Bowl run last year. Carolina’s defense has improved over the past month, allowing no more than 20 points over their last three games. Brees will have a chance to challenge that streak with his powerful arm.</p> <p>Playoff hopes: New Orleans is one loss away from essentially being eliminated from the playoffs with six losses. They need to start a major win streak in Carolina to rack up more division wins, and it certainly won’t be easy. Carolina may be down, but it showed life on offense with Cam running the ball once again.</p>. 4-5. Previous: . New Orleans Saints. 19. team. 15