First, the links:

-- Part I: Rankings of the top quarterbacks and running backs.

-- Part II: Wide receivers and tight ends.

On to the afterthoughts -- the kickers and the defenses/special teams.

KICKERS

1. Matt Bryant, Falcons: 128 points, 8.0 per game, 28 field goals.

2. Shayne Graham, Patriots: 71 points, 8.9 average, 12 field goals.

3. David Akers, Eagles: 143 points, 8.9 average, 32 field goals.

4. Shaun Suisham, Steelers: 61 points, 8.7 average, 14 field goals.

5. Adam Vinatieri, Colts: 129 points, 8.1 average, 26 field goals.

6. Robbie Gould, Bears: 110 points, 6.9 average, 25 field goals.

7. Billy Cundiff, Ravens: 117 points, 7.3 average, 26 field goals.

8. Garrett Hartley, Saints: 100 points, 7.1 average, 20 field goals.

9. Mason Crosby, Packers: 112 points, 7.0 average, 22 field goals.

10. Nick Folk, Jets: 127 points, 7.9 average, 30 field goals.

11. Olindo Mare, Seahawks: 106 points, 6.6 average, 25 field goals.

12. Ryan Succop, Chiefs: 102 points, 6.4 average, 20 field goals.

DEFENSES AND SPECIAL TEAMS

1. Steelers: 14.5 points per game allowed (No.1 in league), 32 turnovers forced.

2. Patriots: No. 8 in points allowed, 36 turnovers forced.

3. Falcons: No. 5 in points allowed, 29 turnovers forced.

4. Ravens: 16.9 points allowed (No. 3), 22 turnovers forced.

5. Bears: No. 4 in points allowed, 33 turnovers forced.

6. Packers: No. 2 in points allowed (15.0), 30 turnovers forced.

7. Saints: No. 7 in points allowed, 23 turnovers forced.

8. Colts: No. 23 in points allowed, 20 turovers forced.

9. Eagles: Tied for 21st in points allowed, 20 turnovers forced.

10. Jets: No. 6 in points allowed, 24 turnovers forced.

11. Chiefs: No. 11 in points allowed, 22 turnovers forced.

12. Seahawks: No. 25 in points allowed, 21 turnovers forced.