Chaos. Week 1 in the NFL felt like pure disorder — not just because the heavily favored Rams fell in an upset — as several top teams stumbled while the Jets, Raiders and Cardinals all pulled off surprising opening wins.
That week has shaken up my Power Rankings completely. Here’s how things stand heading into Week 2, with each team’s Super Bowl odds noted.
1) (Odds: +50000) Expectations were already rock-bottom for this team, and their performance only reinforced that. South Florida faces a long slog if things don’t improve — at least the weather’s nice.
2) (Odds: +30000) How long will Todd Monken keep Deshaun Watson under center? Maybe longer than critics think — but whether it changes the team’s trajectory is another question.
3) (Odds: +20000) Brian Daboll’s offense managed only 195 yards against the Jets, and 65 of those came during garbage time. Robert Saleh’s first game in Tennessee was a train wreck.
4) (Odds: +15000) It’s encouraging to see RB Ashton Jeanty healthy, but Kirk Cousins’ penchant for turnovers remains a concern. A win is a win, though Las Vegas did beat a struggling Miami squad.
5) (Odds: +13000) Their drop in the rankings isn’t just about a bad loss in Pittsburgh — it’s the quarterback chaos that forced Cooper Rush to start despite back spasms. That situation is ugly.
6) (Odds: +25000) Efficient offense and a stingy defense in Week 1 — could the Jets be for real? Don’t get ahead of yourself; the Titans were simply that bad.
7) (Odds: +6500) Jayden Daniels didn’t flash his usual dynamism, yet Washington nearly beat Philadelphia. That performance raises more questions about the Eagles than it does about Washington.
8) (Odds: +30000) Where did this Cardinals team come from? They shut down Justin Herbert and dominated a Chargers squad some had penciled in as sleepers. Forget the 0-13 predictions — at least for now.
9) (Odds: +5500) For the money the Bucs gave Baker Mayfield, they expected far better than what they saw. With the weapons around him, that offense should not have looked so poor.
10) (Odds: +9000) The Panthers invested heavily to rebuild their defense — and then gave up 59 points and 552 yards in Week 1. That offseason spending didn’t look like a great return.
11) (Odds: +2500) All the offseason work to shore up this defense didn’t pay off in Week 1. If their offense really is as unimpressive as it looked on Sunday night, Dallas could be in for a rough year.
12) (Odds: +6500) They ran into a dominant Baltimore unit, but there were positives. Daniel Jones looked healthier than expected, which should help once they face less formidable opponents.
13) (Odds: +2000) At least one Harbaugh had a good opener — Jim’s team didn’t. Their defense was steamrolled by a Cardinals team many expected to be dreadful, and Mike McDaniel’s offense failed to ignite.
14) (Odds: +9000) Tyler Shough had a wildly up-and-down game but finished strong. The Saints came within a two-point conversion in overtime of a signature upset that could’ve defined their season.
15) (Odds: +2000) Jordan Love piled up yards and appears to have good receiving options, but losing Josh Jacobs and Micah Parsons leaves too many holes for the Packers to overcome right now.
16) (Odds: +5000) John Harbaugh’s debut showcased a tough, balanced and healthy roster. With Malik Nabers available more, this offense could be a handful for opponents.
17) (Odds: +5000) Aaron Rodgers was serviceable — not spectacular — but didn’t need to do much thanks to a dominant defensive showing against a depleted Falcons team.
18) (Odds: +4000) The Vikings’ quarterback questions make them easy to underestimate, but Kevin O’Connell coached a smart game and the defense made the key plays in the fourth quarter.
19) (Odds: +1900) They were facing the Bills, but surrendering 36 points and 409 yards is surprising from a unit once billed as the league’s best defense.
20) (Odds: +1800) Barely escaping with a win at home after nearly losing in overtime to the Saints isn’t inspiring. Then again, the Saints are better than many anticipated.
21) (Odds: +1400) The Chiefs look back. Patrick Mahomes didn’t resemble his peak on Monday night, yet Kansas City still controlled the Broncos. Once Mahomes gets back to full speed, KC could be dangerous again.
22) (Odds: +2500) Sure, the Jaguars and Trevor Lawrence looked dominant, but the Browns aren’t exactly the strongest test. I’ll be more impressed when they produce similar results against stiffer competition.
23) (Odds: +2100) Three interceptions by Drake Maye, A.J. Brown sidelined for about a month, and a loss to a Seahawks team led by Drew Lock — that was a disastrous opening, and the schedule won’t get easier.
24) (Odds: +1700) Jalen Hurts did enough to win, but the Eagles’ offense still feels like it underperforms relative to its talent. It’s the same uneasy feeling as last season.
25) (Odds: +2000) After coming so close to the Super Bowl last year, they look a long way off following a blowout loss to Kansas City. Bo Nix’s MVP chatter should end after that collapse.
26) (Odds: +1400) The Niners took advantage of the Rams’ hype and were their worst nightmare in Week 1. If San Francisco stays healthy, they might be the strongest team in a tough NFC West.
27) (Odds: +1900) They generated relentless pressure and forced four turnovers — signs that their defense could be legit this season. If so, Cincinnati will be extremely difficult to stop.
28) (Odds: +650) How severely should the Rams fall after their opening stumble? It might have been travel-related, but if they drop another game to the Giants, a steeper fall is coming.
29) (Odds: +950) Posting 36 points and 409 yards against a Houston defense that was stingy last year was unexpected. Joe Brady appears capable of calling plays and coaching at the same time.
30) (Odds: +1100) The defense still looks championship-caliber, but with Sam Darnold sidelined by a hip injury, the offense didn’t provide confidence that another title run is realistic.
31) (Odds: +2100) Ben Johnson’s approach is about domination, not merely beating opponents. With the way their offense looked, this team seems set to be physical and put up big numbers.
32) (Odds: +900) Vindication at last for those who defended this team’s ranking — Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry were a powerful duo, and Jesse Minter’s defense looked stout. Injuries to receivers Zay Flowers and Ja’Kobi Lane could become an issue, though.
Fan Take: Week 1 showed that the NFL is as unpredictable as ever, with supposed contenders stumbling and dark horses rising — that volatility keeps every fanbase engaged and hopeful. If the surprises continue, we could be looking at a season where parity reshapes playoff races and challenges conventional expectations about which teams can compete for the title.
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