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2016 NFL Power Rankings: Chasing The West Divisions

By Erik Lambert

Nov 15, 2015; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (30) is pursued by Arizona Cardinals defenders during the third quarter at CenturyLink Field. The Cardinals won 39-32. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 15, 2015; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (30) is pursued by Arizona Cardinals defenders during the third quarter at CenturyLink Field. The Cardinals won 39-32. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jan 17, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Broncos receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) runs after a reception against Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Ryan Shazier (50) and defensive end Stephon Tuitt (91) during the fourth quarter of the AFC Divisional round playoff game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 17, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Broncos receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) runs after a reception against Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Ryan Shazier (50) and defensive end Stephon Tuitt (91) during the fourth quarter of the AFC Divisional round playoff game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports /

55. One thing has always been true of the Pittsburgh Steelers. They’re never out of the AFC championship picture for very long. After a run of milder years, it looks like the team is beginning to rebound. They won a playoff game last season and were on the cusp of upsetting the favored Broncos before it slipped away. This team is young, athletic, fast and now more determined than ever to take the next step. <p>It starts with their offense, namely the combination of quarterback Ben Roethlisberger and receiver Antonio Brown. When they’re in sync there isn’t a defense on the planet that can stop them and the numbers show it. The offensive line has matured into a formidable front as well. Joining them is an exciting young defense that has a front seven filled with athletes, not to mention the indomitable James Harrison. It feels like all this team needs is some stability in the secondary and they are ready to make a run.</p>. . . Pittsburgh Steelers . 7. player

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