NFL power rankings: League-wide look at each team as preseason starts

NFL power rankings: League-wide look for each team as preseason starts

ATLANTA, GA - JANUARY 22: Matt Ryan #2 of the Atlanta Falcons speaks to Aaron Rodgers #12 of the Green Bay Packers after the NFC Championship Game at the Georgia Dome on January 22, 2017 in Atlanta, Georgia. The Falcons defeated the Packers 44-21. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) /

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TAMPA, FL – DECEMBER 11: Quarterback Jameis Winston #3 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrates with running back Charles Sims #34 following the Buccaneers’ win over the New Orleans Saints an NFL game on December 11, 2016 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Brian Blanco/Getty Images) /

48. . . . Tampa Bay Buccaneers. 10. team

Like the Titans, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers could be one of those teams turning heads this season.

Quarterback Jameis Winston has even more weapons at his disposal entering this year, wide receiver DeSean Jackson and rookie tight end O.J. Howard. Even without these two players, Wintson’s rapport with wideout Mike Evans was something fun to watch last year.

The Bucs also have a defense on the rise, and their secondary could be a big factor in 2017.

If there is a question, though, it’s in the offensive backfield. Running back Doug Martin isn’t guaranteed a starting spot. His backup, Jacquizz Rodgers, isn’t exactly a featured-type back.

Still, there’s a lot to like about what’s going on in Tampa Bay, although the NFC South figures to be pretty tough this year.

Iron sharpens iron, though, right?