2025 NFL Week 2 Power Rankings
NFL POWER RANKINGS
1. Philadelphia Eagles (0)
The Eagles kicked off the season with a gritty 24-20 victory over the Cowboys, leaning on Jalen Hurts’ legs and a stout defense to hold off a late push just like they did in the preseason hype. Until someone is able to expose them, keeping them firmly as the NFC’s top dog and Super Bowl frontrunners.
2. Buffalo Bills (+2)
Josh Allen’s monster night with over 400 yards and four total scores powered a wild 41-40 comeback win against the Ravens. With pieces like Keon Coleman stepping up, Buffalo’s suddenly the AFC team nobody wants to face.
3. Los Angeles Chargers (+5)
Justin Herbert’s is in the early MVP race right out of the gate, and the run game clicked in a stunning 27-21 upset over the Chiefs in Brazil. This young squad’s playoff questions linger, but Week 1 showed they can hang with the big boys and push for that next step.
4. Green Bay Packers (+2)
Jordan Love silenced doubters with a sharp performance in a 27-13 rout of the Lions, where Micah Parsons wreaked havoc on the edge in his Green Bay debut. The secondary held firm despite preseason worries, putting the Packers squarely in the NFC North mix beyond just playing second fiddle.
5. Los Angeles Rams (+2)
A gritty defense shut down the Texans in a 14-9 snoozer, with Stafford and McVay’s veterans grinding out just enough to start 1-0 like the savvy contenders they are. Davante Adams addition paid off in key moments, keeping LA’s Lombardi chase alive without the fireworks.
6. Kansas City Chiefs (-4)
Mahomes couldn’t overcome the Chargers’ pressure in a tough 21-27 loss, highlighting how Rice’s suspension might sting more than expected early on. The best QB in the game kept it close, but after Xavier Worthy’s injury, the juggernaut that is the Chiefs doesn’t feel quite as scary.
7. Baltimore Ravens (-4)
Lamar Jackson dazzled for three quarters before a late collapse handed the Bills a 40-41 heartbreaker, wasting Derrick Henry’s strong debut. The loaded defense with Starks and Green Jr. showed up, but that blown lead raises real questions about closing out tight AFC battles.
8. Detroit Lions (-3)
The Lions’ defense crumbled in a 13-27 blowout to the Packers, echoing last year’s injury woes that preseason previews feared. If the front stays healthy as hoped, their offense can still roar, but this start puts extra pressure on avoiding another early playoff exit.
9. Minnesota Vikings (0)
J.J. McCarthy’s electric fourth-quarter heroics with three total TDs flipped a 24-27 thriller over the Bears, easing some offseason regrets about Darnold. Jefferson was reliable as always, but Addison’s suspension means the rookie QB must keep delivering to avoid a disappointing slide.
10. Washington Commanders (0)
Jayden Daniels ran for 71 yards in a commanding 21-6 shutout of the Giants, building on last year’s surprise with Samuel and McLaurin clicking. The beefed-up front stifled the run, but preseason slump warnings linger if Daniels doesn’t build on this sophomore spark.
11. Houston Texans (0)
C.J. Stroud and the offense stalled in a 9-14 defensive battle loss to the Rams. The playoff curse under Ryans feels real, yet this gritty effort shows Houston’s still elevating without folding easily.
12. Pittsburgh Steelers (+4)
Aaron Rodgers tossed four TDs in a wild 34-32 escape against the Jets, masking the stagnant offense concerns that many predicted. Suddenly, there’s another scary AFC North team.
13. Cincinnati Bengals (0)
While not pretty, the Cincinnati defense was the hero of the game. The Bengals scraped by with a late drive in a 17-16 squeaker over the Browns, despite the pass protection issues. Cincy is that wild-card threat fans hope for, even if the D needs to tighten up.
14. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (-1)
Baker Mayfield’s clutch fourth-quarter TD drive sealed a 23-20 nail-biter against the Falcons, proving the Bucs’ kryptonite status for champs isn’t fading. Emeka Egbuka looked incredible in his first outing, keeping Tampa as NFC South frontrunners.
15. Denver Broncos (-1)
The Broncos offense settled in late with the run game to grind out a 20-12 win over the Titans. Despite questionable play calling from Sean Payton, the Denver defense was as advertised, sacking Cam Ward 6 times and forcing a fumble.
16. San Francisco 49ers (-1)
Brock Purdy’s game-winning drive in the final two minutes clinched a 17-13 road win over the Seahawks, despite injuries testing the roster depth. CMC’s health held up enough, but the Super Bowl window feels narrower after scraping by, and racking up more injuries along the way.
17. Jacksonville Jaguars (+5)
Travis Etienne’s 143 rushing yards and a turnover-forcing D powered a 26-10 smackdown of the Panthers, igniting that sleeper vibe Cohen’s scheme unlocked. It’s early, but Jax is a real noise-maker in the AFC South.
18. Seattle Seahawks (-1)
Sam Darnold spread it around but couldn’t overcome a late 49ers surge in a 13-17 loss, continuing the close-game curse from last year. Walker and Kupp provided depth, yet the 12th man might miss playoffs again if wins stay elusive.
19. Indianapolis Colts (+6)
Daniel Jones dazzled with three total TDs in a 33-8 demolition of the Dolphins, picking the right poison and saving Steichen’s job for now. This blowout flips preseason doubts, giving Indy a real shot at relevance if the run stays hot.
20. Arizona Cardinals (+4)
The Cardinals looked unimpressive in a 20-13 victory over the Saints. The organization still needs tweaks, but this fast start builds quiet momentum.
21. Las Vegas Raiders (+7)
Geno Smith’s steady hand and a second-half shutout D led to a 20-13 upset of the Patriots, giving Carroll’s rebuild an early boost. Jeanty was fun to watch, and while the deck’s tough, Vegas suddenly feels like it’s drawing better cards.
22. Atlanta Falcons (-2)
The run game sputtered in a 20-23 loss to the Bucs, amplifying concerns about a young offense. The D kept it close, and Michael Penix looks good early. This will be a fun team to watch and could still surprise people in 2025.
23. Chicago Bears (-4)
Caleb Williams fought but the Bears fell short in a 24-27 heartbreaker to the Vikings. Johnson’s arrival helped a bit, yet the Bears need more to climb from last year’s mediocrity.
24. Dallas Cowboys (-3)
Dak Prescott looked decent in a 20-24 opener loss to the Eagles, but Dallas’s defense had no answer for Jalen Hurts. Parsons’ departure hurts less than the run game void, dropping Dallas further from contention.
25. New York Jets (+7)
Justin Fields lit it up in a 32-34 thriller loss to the Steelers, showcasing his skills despite the wrong-place timing many lamented. The roster complements him better than expected, moving the Jets up as a gritty underdog.
26. New England Patriots (-3)
Drake Maye showed promise but the second-half D collapse sealed a 13-20 defeat to the Raiders, underscoring foundational issues beyond Vrabel. The hype feels overblown still, with Foxborough needing more than talent to rebuild.
27. Carolina Panthers (-1)
Bryce Young progressed but the D couldn’t stop Etienne in a 10-26 rout by the Jaguars. Tetaroia McMillian gained experience, yet Carolina hangs around the NFC South without posing any real threat… yet.
28. New York Giants (-1)
The brutal schedule bit early in a 6-21 drubbing by the Commanders, where the D front got exposed despite potential for 8-9 wins. This failed start reinforces the ceiling, with losses piling up fast. How long until we see Jaxson Dart?
29. Cleveland Browns (0)
A late collapse handed the Bengals a 16-17 gut-punch, relying on that 40-year-old QB arm amid limited weapons as preseason warned. The 17-game grind looks brutal, with AFC North foes likely feasting on Cleveland’s woes.
30. Miami Dolphins (-12)
Tua and the speed fizzled in an 8-33 embarrassment to the Colts, signaling the McDaniel experiment’s endgame preseason predicted. Hill’s vertical threat couldn’t save the undisciplined bunch, dooming Miami to few wins.
31. Tennessee Titans (0)
Tennessee’s struggles shone in a 12-20 defeat to the Broncos, where the roster failed Cam Ward just as anticipated. No playmakers meant a forgettable season opener, but expect them to look better against lesser defenses.
32. New Orleans Saints (-2)
Spencer Rattler flailed in a 13-20 loss to the Cardinals, and Kamara’s fading versatility left the struggling squad exposed. This subpar start matches preseason fears, with Rattler needing to be better.
