SportsNFL Week 3 power rankings, with a rookie check-in for all 32 teams
The Athletic says the Vikings, Bengals and Browns make huge leaps in its Week 3 rankings, while the Ravens and Bears fall.
TLDR
Two weeks into the 2026 NFL season, The Athletic’s power rankings pair team standings with a look at the most interesting rookies for all 32 teams. The outlet says the Vikings, Bengals and Browns climb while the Ravens and Bears fall. It also describes quarterback problems and injuries dragging other teams down.
NFL Week 3 power rankings, with a rookie check-in for all 32 teams
The Athletic says the Vikings, Bengals and Browns make huge leaps in its Week 3 rankings, while the Ravens and Bears fall.
TLDR
Two weeks into the 2026 NFL season, The Athletic’s power rankings pair team standings with a look at the most interesting rookies for all 32 teams. The outlet says the Vikings, Bengals and Browns climb while the Ravens and Bears fall. It also describes quarterback problems and injuries dragging other teams down.
