NFL Week 2 power rankings: Rams, Chargers slide as 49ers, Bears and Giants surge

Key Points:

• The San Francisco 49ers started the 2026 NFL season strong, moving up to first in the power rankings after a convincing 27-7 win over the Rams, showcasing an efficient offense and strong defense.
• Several Super Bowl contenders stumbled in Week 1, including the Los Angeles Rams, who dropped from first to sixth after a heavy loss and injury to Myles Garrett, and the New England Patriots, who struggled offensively in a close loss to the Seahawks.
• The Chicago Bears impressed with a high-scoring offense that put up 59 points against the Panthers, while the Baltimore Ravens showed promise with a young offensive coordinator and a dominant performance.
• The Kansas City Chiefs revealed a revitalized running game led by Kenneth Walker III, contributing to a solid 31-10 victory over the Broncos, who showed offensive concerns in their opening loss.
• Teams at the bottom of the rankings, including the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns, faced tough starts, with Miami appearing to have the weakest roster and Cleveland continuing to struggle on both offense and defense.