The Commissioner’s Power Rankings Week 4
Written by Commish | Contributors Dale Walters and Adam Ireland
In the heart of the NAFC season, the competition is heating up, and the battle lines within divisions are becoming increasingly clear. As we enter Week 4, “The Commissioner’s Power Rankings” are guided by division records as the primary tiebreaker, followed by head-to-head matchups. Let’s dive into the rankings and see which teams are rising to the top:
1. California Rebels (Record: 3-0, Division Record: 2-0, PF: 386.5, PA: 331.2)
California continues their dominance, perched at the pinnacle of our power rankings. Their unblemished record, combined with a strong divisional record and impressive point differential, cements their place as the team to beat.
2. Anchorage Commandos (Record: 2-1, Division Record: 2-0, PF: 434.2, PA: 378.2)
Anchorage commands the second spot with a perfect divisional record and a high-powered offense. While they fell to California, their victories over divisional rivals Albuquerque and Montana are noteworthy.
3. Seattle Leathernecks (Record: 2-1, Division Record: 1-0, PF: 406.1, PA: 402.6)
Seattle surges to the third position, boasting a crucial divisional win and head-to-head victories over Los Angeles and Des Moines. Their lone loss to Atlantic City is a minor setback.
4. Moscow Black Bears (Record: 2-1, Division Record: 1-0, PF: 393.2, PA: 363.8)
Moscow stands tall at fourth place, thanks to a pivotal divisional win and impressive victories against Los Angeles and El Paso. Their loss to Montana serves as a reminder of the competitive landscape.
5. Austin Oilers (Record: 2-1, Division Record: 1-0, PF: 387.5, PA: 380.0)
Austin makes a significant jump into the fifth position, showcasing their improvement. Divisional wins over Albuquerque and Atlantic City highlight their resurgence.
6. Montana Wombats (Record: 2-1, Division Record: 0-1, PF: 366.7, PA: 392.0)
Montana climbs to the sixth spot with a critical win over Moscow but a divisional loss to Anchorage. Consistency will be key as they aim to move up in the rankings.
7. Des Moines Raiders (Record: 1-2, Division Record: 1-1, PF: 379.9, PA: 425.0)
Des Moines clings to the seventh spot with a divisional win over El Paso but losses to Seattle and Montana. Consistency is the name of the game for their ascent.
8. El Paso Red Devils (Record: 1-2, Division Record: 0-2, PF: 353.6, PA: 336.4)
Despite a Week 1 win over Albuquerque, El Paso’s struggles within the division drop them in eighth place. They’ll need to fortify their defense for critical divisional matchups.
9. Los Angeles USMC (Record: 1-2, Division Record: 1-0, PF: 368.8, PA: 382.2)
Los Angeles slips to ninth despite a divisional win over Burlington. Stringing together victories will be essential to their climb in the standings.
10. Atlantic City Aces (Record: 1-2, Division Record: 0-1, PF: 372.3, PA: 376.1)
Atlantic City remains in tenth place, with a critical win over Seattle but losses to California and Austin. Navigating divisional play will be essential for their playoff aspirations.
11. Burlington Boss Hogs (Record: 1-2, Division Record: 0-2, PF: 336.4, PA: 354.7)
Burlington falls to eleventh place after losing both divisional matchups. Their lone victory over Austin keeps them from descending to the basement.
12. Albuquerque Roadrunners (0-3, Division Record: 0-2, PF: 377.0, PA: 410.8)
The Roadrunners occupy the bottom spot, still searching for their first win. Competing effectively within their division is the key to improvement.
As we look ahead to the coming weeks, the NAFC action promises more excitement, twists, and turns. Every game counts as teams jockey for playoff positions, and the divisional rivalries intensify. Stay tuned for more thrilling football action in the weeks to come!
