NFL panic meter: How worried should every 0-2 team be after Week 2?

Key Points:

• Several NFL coaches of 0-2 teams express optimism and resilience despite poor starts, but underlying issues suggest some franchises face long-term setbacks beyond just early losses.
• The Miami Dolphins and Atlanta Falcons rank lowest on the panic meter (1/10), with Miami rebuilding through a young draft class and Atlanta coping with quarterback instability but retaining key talent.
• Teams like the Tennessee Titans (3/10) and Houston Texans (4/10) show some signs of improvement or have strong defensive units, though injuries and inconsistent offense raise concerns.
• The Indianapolis Colts (5/10) and Tampa Bay Buccaneers (7/10) face growing worries due to defensive struggles, coaching job security, and underperforming key players like Baker Mayfield.
• The Los Angeles Chargers (8/10) and Washington Commanders (9/10) are at highest risk of panic, with the Chargers dealing with offensive dysfunction and the Commanders suffering major injuries and defensive breakdowns, threatening franchise stability.