NFL Power Rankings: Who stands at the top after Week 2?
Lou Scataglia
NFL picks; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) looks to pass as Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Haason Reddick (7) chases during the first quarter at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
The bulk of Week 2 games have concluded for the 2023 NFL season. Let’s release a fresh set of power rankings. Who moved up? Who moved down? Power rankings are fun. Keep in mind that we are still early in the 2023 NFL season, so these rankings are probably going to look a bit different by the time Week 18 rolls around.
TAMPA, FLORIDA – SEPTEMBER 17: Justin Fields #1 of the Chicago Bears attempts a pass during the second quarter against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium on September 17, 2023 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images)
NFL Power Rankings: Who stands at the top after Week 2?
32. Chicago Bears (0-2)
31. Arizona Cardinals (0-2)
30. Houston Texans (0-2)
29. Minnesota Vikings (0-2)
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – SEPTEMBER 10: Bryce Young #9 of the Carolina Panthers looks on after Carolina’s 24-10 loss to the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on September 10, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
NFL Power Rankings: Who stands at the top after Week 2?
28. Carolina Panthers (0-1)
27. Pittsburgh Steelers (0-1)
26. Los Angeles Chargers (0-2)
Folks, Brandon Staley is not a head coach in the NFL. The Chargers are bad. The defense is just bleh and the offense isn’t special. It’s good, but not great. An 0-2 start means LA would need to probably finish 10-5 if they wanted to make the playoffs in 2023.
25. Denver Broncos (0-2)
HOUSTON, TEXAS – SEPTEMBER 17: Anthony Richardson #5 of the Indianapolis Colts throws a pass during the first quarter against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium on September 17, 2023 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)
NFL Power Rankings: Who stands at the top after Week 2?
24. Indianapolis Colts (1-1)
23. New York Jets (1-1)
22. New York Giants (1-1)
21. Las Vegas Raiders (1-1)
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – SEPTEMBER 17: Ryan Tannehill #17 of the Tennessee Titans celebrates with Tyjae Spears #32 of the Tennessee Titans after Tannehill’s rushing touchdown during the third quarter against the Los Angeles Chargers at Nissan Stadium on September 17, 2023 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Wesley Hitt/Getty Images)
NFL Power Rankings: Who stands at the top after Week 2?
20. Tennessee Titans (1-1)
19. Green Bay Packers (1-1)
18. New England Patriots (0-2)
17. New Orleans Saints (1-0)
CINCINNATI, OHIO – SEPTEMBER 17: Joe Burrow #9 of the Cincinnati Bengals walks off the field after a loss to the Baltimore Ravens at Paycor Stadium on September 17, 2023 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images)
NFL Power Rankings: Who stands at the top after Week 2?
16. Cincinnati Bengals (0-2)
15. Seattle Seahawks (1-1)
14. Los Angeles Rams (1-1)
13. Detroit Lions (1-1)
TAMPA, FLORIDA – SEPTEMBER 17: Justin Fields #1 of the Chicago Bears hugs Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after Tampa Bay’s 27-17 win at Raymond James Stadium on September 17, 2023 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
NFL Power Rankings: Who stands at the top after Week 2?
12. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2-0)
11. Atlanta Falcons (2-0)
10. Washington Commanders (2-0)
9. Jacksonville Jaguars (1-1)
ORCHARD PARK, NY – SEPTEMBER 17: Josh Allen #17 of the Buffalo Bills stands on the sidelines during the national anthem prior to an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Highmark Stadium on September 17, 2023 in Orchard Park, New York. (Photo by Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images)
NFL Power Rankings: Who stands at the top after Week 2?
8. Buffalo Bills (1-1)
7. Kansas City Chiefs (1-1)
6. Cleveland Browns (1-0)
5. Baltimore Ravens (2-0)
CINCINNATI, OHIO – SEPTEMBER 17: Lamar Jackson #8 of the Baltimore Ravens against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium on September 17, 2023 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)
NFL Power Rankings: Who stands at the top after Week 2?
4. Miami Dolphins (2-0)
3. Philadelphia Eagles (2-0)
2. Dallas Cowboys (2-0)
1. San Francisco 49ers (2-0)
Lou Scataglia
Lou Scataglia is a Site Expert for Predominantly Orange and NFL Spin Zone, while also contributing across the entire division. Having crossed the 5-year mark with FanSided, Lou has authored thousands of articles and also enjoys his career as a business education teacher.
