NFL Power Rankings entering Week 2: What do we make of the Rams without Myles Garrett?
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Key Points:
- The Los Angeles Rams, preseason Super Bowl favorites, face uncertainty after a poor opener in Australia and losing star defensive end Myles Garrett to knee surgery with no clear return date, weakening their defense significantly.
- Quarterback Matthew Stafford, 38, showed signs of decline in the opener, and key receiver Davante Adams was ineffective, raising concerns about the Rams' offensive and defensive capabilities early in the season.
- Several teams struggled in Week 1, including the Tennessee Titans, Miami Dolphins, and Indianapolis Colts, while teams like the New York Giants, Jacksonville Jaguars, and San Francisco 49ers impressed with strong performances.
- The Dallas Cowboys' defense underperformed again despite offseason changes, and the Philadelphia Eagles' offense showed early struggles despite a win, highlighting ongoing issues for both NFC East teams.
- The Buffalo Bills remain the top-ranked team after Week 1, with the Seattle Seahawks and Baltimore Ravens also showing strong early-season form, while the Rams dropped from first to fourth in power rankings.
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