The Deputy Commissioner's Weekly Ballot

Power Rankings

Steve Dugas ranks the league for Week 1 of the 2003 season, with movement, records, statistics, and his candid weekly analysis.

Ranking History

Steve's Week 1 Rankings

16 ranked teams - Steve Dugas - preseason records

Would make a run at an undefeated record if not for brutal schedule.

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After underachieving in 2002, the Dragons appear to be in prime form once again.

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3

Championship hangover could be in store for Gannon and crew.

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Excellent draft may have been the final piece of the puzzle.

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Young WR trio of Porter, Bryant and Stallworth are still unproven.

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6

Like a druggie on a cocaine overdose, the 2003 Thugs may be on their last breath.

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7

The curse of Keith Byars already looms large in 2003 as Vick will miss half the season.

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9

Trying to become the first team without a starting RB to make the playoffs.

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10

The Gooks always find a way to finish around .500.

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11

Davidson will anxiously await the return of Michael Bennett.

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12

Backfield of Smith and Zereoue could be huge disappointment.

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14

Vastly improved but have to play Dragons, Chickens, Huskers and Beans 7 times in 2003.

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15

A disastrous season is in the make but Eli Manning awaits them at the 2004 draft.

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16

The Mallards will obliterate single-season low-scoring records this season.

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