Seahawks, Bills, Ravens, 49ers rise in Week 2 NFL Power Rankings
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 9:06 PM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
Following the first week of the 2026 NFL season, several teams have made notable impressions. The Seattle Seahawks secured a victory over the New England Patriots, bolstered by crucial performance from Jaxon Smith-Njigba and a strong defensive outing. The Buffalo Bills also showed promise, defeating the Houston Texans with standout contributions from Josh Allen and new addition DJ Moore. The Baltimore Ravens showcased their potential with Lamar Jackson healthy, while the San Francisco 49ers demonstrated depth despite injuries on offense. Rankings will be reassessed following the upcoming Monday Night Football clash between the Denver Broncos and Kansas City Chiefs.
- •Seahawks leap to first after defeating Patriots in Week 1.
- •Bills impress with win over Texans, featuring strong performances from Allen and Moore.
- •Ravens exhibit strength with healthy Lamar Jackson.
- •49ers show potential for a high-scoring offense despite injuries.
- •Broncos face Chiefs in pivotal Monday Night Football matchup.
- 9:06 PMYahoo Sports — Week 2 NFL Power Rankings: Shakeup in the top five after Week 1
- 9:51 AMPff.com — NFL Week 2 Power Rankings: Bills take over at No. 1, Chargers tumble - PFF
- 2:59 AMSportsnaut — Week 2 NFL Power Rankings: 49ers, Giants Bengals, Bills Rise as Packers, Patriots Implode - Sportsnaut
- 11:59 PMYahoo Sports — Week 2 NFL Power Rankings: 49ers, Seahawks Bengals, Bills Rise as Packers, Patriots Implode
"The Buffalo Bills take over the No. 1 spot in PFF's NFL Power Rankings after Week 1, while the Los Angeles Chargers slide 10 spots after falling to the Arizona Cardinals.
"After Week 1, filled with high-scoring games and a shocking upset, here are the Week 2 power rankings, including a new team in the No. 1 spot.
"The wait is over, with Sunday kicking off the main slate of Week 1 action to really begin the start […]
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 16, 2026, 9:06 PMWeek 2 NFL Power Rankings: Shakeup in the top five after Week 1
After Week 1, filled with high-scoring games and a shocking upset, here are the Week 2 power rankings, including a new team in the No. 1 spot.
- Pff.comSep 16, 2026, 9:51 AMNFL Week 2 Power Rankings: Bills take over at No. 1, Chargers tumble - PFF
The Buffalo Bills take over the No. 1 spot in PFF's NFL Power Rankings after Week 1, while the Los Angeles Chargers slide 10 spots after falling to the Arizona Cardinals.
- SportsnautSep 14, 2026, 2:59 AMWeek 2 NFL Power Rankings: 49ers, Giants Bengals, Bills Rise as Packers, Patriots Implode - Sportsnaut
NFL Week 2 Power Rankings: Coming out of Sunday's action, dive into our Week 2 NFL power rankings.
- Yahoo SportsSep 13, 2026, 11:59 PMWeek 2 NFL Power Rankings: 49ers, Seahawks Bengals, Bills Rise as Packers, Patriots Implode
The wait is over, with Sunday kicking off the main slate of Week 1 action to really begin the start […]
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