NFL power rankings: Breaking down where each team sits in Week 12

MEXICO CITY, MEXICO - NOVEMBER 19: Patrick Chung #23 of the New England Patriots celebrates with teammates after a fumble recovery against the Oakland Raiders during the second half at Estadio Azteca on November 19, 2017 in Mexico City, Mexico. (Photo by Buda Mendes/Getty Images) /

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CARSON, CA – NOVEMBER 19: Quarterback Nathan Peterman #2 of the Buffalo Bills warms up alongside Tyrod Taylor #5 of the Buffalo Bills before the game against the Los Angeles Chargers at the StubHub Center on November 19, 2017 in Carson, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) /

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Yes, the Buffalo Bills fall considerably in our NFL power rankings this week. But that’s what happens when head coach Sean McDermott elects to bench starting quarterback Tyrod Taylor in favor of the rookie, Nathan Peterman.

Here’s the stat you need to know from the first-year signal-caller — five interceptions on 14 attempts.

Hence the blowout loss to the Los Angeles Chargers.

Taylor eventually came into the game, but the damage was done. And McDermott’s move even prompted Seattle Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman to offer up some criticism:

So they bench my guy @TyrodTaylor and the guy they bring in has already thrown 2picks with 10mins left in the 1st. Great decision
— Richard Sherman (@RSherman_25) November 19, 2017

Wonder what they are gonna say after this game about @TyrodTaylor .... one bad game and he’s benched. Do you cut the new guy after this half?
— Richard Sherman (@RSherman_25) November 19, 2017

Guess what, Bills fans. McDermott is considering starting Peterman again this week, according to Greg Beacham of the Associated Press.

Yeah, that’s all the justification needed for a big fall in NFL power rankings.