Packers make top 10 of NFL Week 3 power rankings
12. Chicago Bears (1-1)
The Chicago Bears have been really impressive so far this season. Their offense has been OK, but not great. But with the addition of Khalil Mack, Chicago’s defense is dominant. With six sacks on Russell Wilson in Week 2, Vic Fangio’s unit led the way for the Bears. If they stay healthy, this team is a playoff contender.
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11. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2-0)
Here we have the biggest surprise of the season after two weeks, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Ryan Fitzpatrick has already thrown for a league-high 819 yards and eight touchdowns with just one interception in two games. Ryan Fitzpatrick. The Bucs are 2-0, and have beaten the Super Bowl champions. You heard it here first: Tampa Bay is going 16-0, and Fitzpatrick will finish the year with a million passing yards.
10. Philadelphia Eagles (1-1)
The Philadelphia Eagles were on the receiving end of another Fitzmagic show, ending their four-game winning run (including playoffs). The Eagles get Carson Wentz back this week, but they might need Nick Foles to play wide receiver.
9. Denver Broncos (2-0)
Another week, another victory for the Denver Broncos. But this one was close. Royce Freeman and Case Keenum both scored rushing touchdowns, but Denver needed a 35-yard field goal from Brandon McManus to complete the impressive comeback. The Broncos were down 12-0 and and 19-7 in this game.