Chicago has got this far because of its defense, ranked first against the run.

These eight states also cut quite a figure when ranked against some of the world's most advanced countries.

The Jets' defense ranked 24th over all, 18th against the run.

It is ranked fourth over all and second against the pass.

But that may not be easy because they rank second against the run.

Last season, Indianapolis ranked 25th against the run and 21st in overall defense.

For the season, their defense ranked 3rd nationally against the rush.

Each should be ranked against key criteria and a profile prepared.

Individual sports often use an alternative type of league organization where competitors are ranked against each other.

They are ranked 31st in the league in overall defense and 32nd, or last, against the run.