NFL power rankings: Seahawks, Eagles, Bengals claw up; Bears, Ravens drop for Week 3
How do all 32 teams in the NFL stack up after Week 2? Here are The Sporting News' updated NFL power rankings.
The NFL power rankings experienced some significant movement during Week 2 of the 2026 NFL season. The Seattle Seahawks, who lost Sam Darnold, still managed to maintain their top spot despite some surprise results. The Buffalo Bills, with Joe Brady leading the offense, continued their winning streak, while the Philadelphia Eagles overcame early setbacks and injuries to secure their position at number four.
The Kansas City Chiefs, featuring Patrick Mahomes and a strong running game, remained in the seventh spot. Meanwhile, the Cincinnati Bengals, led by Joe Burrow, demolished the Buccaneers and Texans, solidifying their place at number six. The Minnesota Vikings, with Carson Wentz, showed their resilience with the defense stepping up against the Buccaneers and Dolphins.
The Jacksonville Jaguars, after a strong start against the Browns, struggled against Denver but showed promise with Bo Nix's timely performances. The Chicago Bears, under Caleb Williams, faced a challenging game against the Vikings, while the Baltimore Ravens struggled with new coordinators and wide receiver injuries. The Dallas Cowboys, with Dak Prescott, bounced back after a strong performance against Washington.
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