NFL power rankings Week 2 shaken up with Bears, 49ers, Cardinals wins

The NFL power rankings for Week 2 experienced significant changes after the first week of the 2026 NFL season. Among the most impressive performances were the Arizona Cardinals, Jacksonville Jaguars, Chicago Bears, San Francisco 49ers, and Baltimore Ravens. These teams were among the top-ranked in the opening week, while the Los Angeles Rams, Tennessee Titans, Indianapolis Colts, Green Bay Packers, and Los Angeles Chargers saw declines.

In Cleveland, the Browns struggled as Deshaun Watson was sacked five times, leading to a loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Titans, under Cam Ward, also had a tough time, with only 195 total yards in their Week 1 loss to the Jets. For the Dolphins, rushing for just 36 yards on 11 carries wasn't enough against the Raiders. The Panthers struggled with giving up 59 points while scoring only 37 against the Bears.

Meanwhile, the Jets showed promise under Geno Smith, who completed passes to six different receivers in their win over the Dolphins. The Raiders managed to win against the Dolphins, thanks to Kirk Cousins' performance. The Cardinals, under Mike LaFleur, delivered a strong win over the Chargers, making the upcoming home game against the Seahawks less daunting.

The Falcons, led by Bijan Robinson, faced a tough loss to the Steelers. The Colts' defense allowed the Ravens to gain substantial yardage, resulting in a loss to Baltimore. The Saints showed aggression with a 2-point conversion at the end of their game against the Lions, but the play call was questionable. The Commanders' Jayden Daniels had a solid return game, helping the team in their loss to the Eagles.

The Steelers' defense continued to impress, but Aaron Rodgers and the offense needed improvement. The Buccaneers struggled with turnovers, while the Cowboys' offense looked inconsistent. The Packers allowed a long scoring drive, and the Chargers suffered a significant loss to the Cardinals, impacting their Week 2 matchup against the Raiders. The Giants had a successful first game under John Harbaugh, but they face a tough challenge against the Rams in Week 2.