Week 3 NFL Power Rankings: Upsets, Surprises, and Coach Frustrations
In Tennessee, chaos reigns in the NFL as we enter Week 3 with unexpected twists and turns. The action from Week 2 left fans scratching their heads, including Titans coach Brian Callahan, who famously questioned, “What the (heck) are you doing?” as he watched several underdogs triumph. Notably, the Vikings edged out the 49ers, the Raiders triumphed over the Ravens, and the Buccaneers stomped the Lions.
The New Orleans Saints stole the spotlight with a breathtaking 44-19 win against the Cowboys, making it clear that they are a team to beat. Remarkably, six underdogs clinched outright victories during this eventful week. Dishearteningly for some teams, the Ravens, Bengals, and Rams sit at the bottom of the standings with an unflattering 0-2 record. Historically, only two teams that started 0-2 have made playoffs in the last five seasons.
On the flip side, four teams that missed playoffs last season, including the Chargers, Vikings, Saints, and Seahawks, have jumped out to a surprising 2-0 start, challenging conventional wisdom and expectations.
Looking forward, the Kansas City Chiefs will be aiming to keep their undefeated streak alive against the Falcons next week, with quarterback Patrick Mahomes close to setting a remarkable record for wins in his first 100 starts.
Meanwhile, the Buffalo Bills continue to impress, displaying a strong defensive performance in their comfortable victory over the Dolphins. The absence of quarterback Tua Tagovailoa after his latest concussion raises new questions for Miami as they move forward.
Challenging opponents lie ahead for the Texans, who surprisingly lead the league in sack rate but will face the determined Vikings next. Coach Callahan’s frustration echoes throughout the league, with multiple teams struggling to find consistency.
This NFL season is proving to be one of surprises. With exciting matchups on the horizon, fans are bracing for more nail-biting moments that could redefine rivalries and shake up power rankings further.
