Cleveland Browns ranked last in NFL power rankings ahead of Week 2
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 12:14 AM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
As the 2026 NFL season progresses, the Cleveland Browns find themselves at the bottom of power rankings from various sources, consistently ranked No. 32. After a disappointing performance against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 1, where their defense struggled significantly, analysts are questioning the effectiveness of quarterback Deshaun Watson's play. The team has committed 11 penalties, further compounding their problems. Reports highlight a notable lack of offensive and defensive cohesion, leading to skepticism about their prospects for improvement this season. The Browns will aim to bounce back in their upcoming game.
- •Browns ranked No. 32 by multiple sources heading into Week 2
- •Team committed 11 penalties against Jaguars in Week 1
- •Deshaun Watson's performance raises concerns over quarterback play
- •Cleveland's defense faltered, allowing four touchdowns to Trevor Lawrence
- •Next game presents opportunity for Cleveland to improve standings
- 12:14 AMYahoo Sports — Browns NFL Power Rankings: Cleveland tied for last heading into Week 2
- 7:06 PMBleacher Report — B/R Experts Week 2 NFL Power Rankings - Bleacher Report
"If there's one thing that's predictable in the NFL, it's that very few things are predictable. Week 1 of the 2026 season was no exception in that regard.
"The Browns remain at the bottom of the barrel, and its justified.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsSep 16, 2026, 12:14 AMBrowns NFL Power Rankings: Cleveland tied for last heading into Week 2
The Browns remain at the bottom of the barrel, and its justified.
- Bleacher ReportSep 14, 2026, 7:06 PMB/R Experts Week 2 NFL Power Rankings - Bleacher Report
If there's one thing that's predictable in the NFL, it's that very few things are predictable. Week 1 of the 2026 season was no exception in that regard.
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