NFL Power Rankings: Eagles, Packers Lead After Week 3 Upsets
Following a compelling Week 3 of the 2025 NFL season, the league’s early contenders are beginning to emerge, though important shifts are still expected. Three weeks of play have provided enough data to assess team strengths, but with three months remaining in the regular season, trajectories can - and likely will - change. Teams like the 1-2 Baltimore Ravens and Kansas City Chiefs are not expected to remain at the bottom for long, while the success of teams like the 3-0 Indianapolis Colts, 2-1 Jacksonville Jaguars, and Pittsburgh Steelers remains to be seen.
This early snapshot reveals a surprising top five, shaped by both performance and head-to-head results. Here’s a look at the current NFL power rankings:
1. Philadelphia Eagles (3-0): Despite a somewhat fortunate win over the Los Angeles Rams,the defending champions remain at the top until proven otherwise.
2. Green Bay Packers (3-0): A controversial pick, placing the Packers above the Detroit Lions is based heavily on thier Week 1 victory.While the Lions may improve, that initial head-to-head result carries significant weight with limited data available.
3. Buffalo Bills (2-1): Despite defensive concerns, the Bills’ potent offense, lead by Josh Allen, keeps them firmly in contention.
4. Los Angeles Chargers (2-1): Arguably under-ranked, the Chargers boast a balanced team, ranking ninth in offensive DVOA and seventh defensively, with wins against the Chiefs and Broncos.However, last year’s Wild Card loss warrants cautious optimism.
5. San Francisco 49ers (3-0): A strong start and consistent performance solidify their position in the top five.
Honorable Mentions: The Rams, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and Indianapolis Colts were all considered for the final spot.
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