NFL POWER RANKINGS: Where all 32 teams stand going into Week 3

Record: 0-2

Week 2 result: Lost to Philadelphia, 29-14

Week 2 star: We'll give it yet again to Alshon Jeffery, whose 96 receiving yards were a lone bright spot in an otherwise terrible Monday Night Football performance.

Week 3 opponent: at Dallas Cowboys

One thing to know: Two key thumb injuries to be aware of: Jay Culter is expected to miss 2-3 weeks with a sprained thumb, and linebacker Danny Trevathan needs surgery on his thumb.

Record: 0-2

Week 2 result: Lost to Jets, 37-31

Week 2 star: Wide receiver Marquise Goodwin topped his total 2015 receiving numbers on an 84-yard deep ball for a touchdown, scorching Darrelle Revis in the process.

Week 3 opponent: vs. Arizona Cardinals

One thing to know: The Bills fired offensive coordinator Greg Roman after losing to the Jets, but it feels like a panic move to conceal bigger problems.

Record: 1-1

Week 2 result: Beat Seattle, 9-3

Week 2 star: LaMarcus Joyner played through a broken toe to shine in the secondary for LA against Seattle.

Week 3 opponent: at Tampa Bay Buccaneers

One thing to know: The Rams have still not scored a touchdown this season.

Record: 1-1

Week 2 result: Beat Lions, 16-15

Week 2 star: How about Marcus Mariota, who showed poise in driving the Titans down the field for the game-winning touchdown as part of a 238-yard, two-touchdown, one-interception performance.

Week 3 opponent: vs. Oakland Raiders

One thing to know: Tight end Delanie Walker said DeMarco Murray is the team's de facto DJ and played a nice mix of genres (including bluegrass!) after the Titans' big come-from-behind win.

Record: 0-2

Week 2 result: Lost to New England, 31-24

Week 2 star: Jarvis Landry had a season-high 10 catches for 107 yards.

Week 3 opponent: vs. Cleveland Browns

One thing to know: The Dolphins outscored the Patriots 24-3 and nearly tied it up with a last-second heave by Ryan Tannehill to Davante Parker. Trending in the right direction (possibly), they could pick up a W at home against a bad Browns team.

Record: 1-1

Week 2 result: Lost to Panthers, 46-27

Week 2 star: Linebacker Gerald Hodgers managed to get the lone hit on Cam Newton and recorded a solid 78.9 grade from PFF.

Week 3 opponent: at Seattle Seahawks

One thing to know: Despite the struggles of Blaine Gabbert through two games, 49ers coach Chip Kelly said they're not thinking about making a change.

Record: 0-2

Week 2 result: Lost to San Diego, 38-14

Week 2 star: There wasn't one!

Week 3 opponent: vs. Baltimore Ravens

One thing to know: Chris Ivory has returned to practice for the Jaguars, and should be ready to go this weekend.

Record: 0-2

Week 2 result: Lost to Giants, 16-13

Week 2 star: Defensive end Jordan Cameron had a nice day in the surprise defensive battle, sacking Eli Manning once while adding two tackles for loss and two run stops.

Week 3 opponent: vs. Atlanta Falcons

One thing to know: The Saints next game is a contested one — it comes during the first presidential debate!

Record: 0-2

Week 2 result: Lost to Dallas, 27-23

Week 2 star: We'll give it to DaShaun Phillips, who had five tackles and recovered a fumble.

Week 3 opponent: at New York Giants

One thing to know: Players are already starting to grumble about Kirk Cousins, Jay Gruden is under fire for his play-calling, Josh Norman isn't guarding who he should be ... The team is a mess.

Record: 0-2

Week 2 result: Lost to Broncos, 34-20

Week 2 star: The wheels just won't fall off Frank Gore, who had 63 yards and a touchdown against the stout Denver defense.

Week 3 opponent: vs. San Diego Chargers

One thing to know: The Colts will always have a chance with Andrew Luck, but through two weeks, it's hard to feel good about any other aspect of this team.

Record: 1-1

Week 2 result: Lost to Tennessee, 16-15

Week 2 star: DE Devin Taylor had a nice game, picking up a safety, a sack, and nine tackles.

Week 3 opponent: at Green Bay Packers

One thing to know: Lions running back Ameer Abdullah has been placed on the IR with a foot injury. It's a huge blow to Detroit's run game.

Record: 1-1

Week 2 result: Beat Redskins, 27-23

Week 2 star: Dez Bryant rebounded from a poor Week 1 for seven catches and 102 yards.

Week 3 opponent: vs. Chicago Bears

One thing to know: With Alfred Morris waiting in the folds, Ezekiel Elliott needs to clean up his ball security (two fumbles in Week 2) or he may start losing some snaps.

Record: 1-1

Week 2 result: Lost to Atlanta, 35-28

Week 2 star: Derek Carr threw for 299 yards and 3 TDs.

Week 3 opponent: at Tennessee Titans

One thing to know: A new group of investors has put in a bid to buy the Oakland Coliseum, which could be the solution to keeping the team in town.

Record: 1-1

Week 2 result: Beat Raiders, 35-28

Week 2 star: Julio Jones remains a matchup nightmare, going for 102 yards and a touchdown in Week 2.

Week 3 opponent: at New Orleans Saints

One thing to know: Matt Ryan has been one of the early surprises of the season, with five touchdowns, one interception, and a league-best 121.4 passer rating.

Record: 1-1

Week 2 result: Lost to Arizona, 40-7

Week 2 star: Hard to find a star in a 40-7 blowout.

Week 3 opponent: vs. Los Angeles Rams

One thing to know: Running back Doug Martin is expected to miss three weeks with an injured hamstring.

Record: 1-1

Week 2 result: Beat Jaguars, 38-14

Week 2 star: Travis Benjamin stepped up in the absence of Keenan Allen and pulled in six catches for 115 yards and two touchdowns.

Week 3 opponent: at Indianapolis Colts

One thing to know: The Chargers suffered another brutal injury, losing running back Danny Woodhead to a torn ACL. This team is showing flashes of being good, if only they can stay healthy.

Record: 2-0

Week 2 result: Beat Chicago, 29-14

Week 2 star: Carson Wentz, who continues to look like a seasoned veteran. Against the Bears he threw for a touchdown and 190 yards. He still has yet to turn the ball over.

Week 3 opponent: vs. Pittsburgh Steelers

One thing to know: Wentz has shined against two lousy teams. Let's see what he can do against the Steelers.

Record: 2-0

Week 2 result: Beat Browns, 25-20

Week 2 star: Safety Eric Weddle, a big offseason addition, made his presence felt with an interception and six tackles.

Week 3 opponent: at Jacksonville Jaguars

One thing to know: A win over the Bills and a comeback win over the Browns aren't the two most convincing victories, but nonetheless, the Ravens are 2-0. The Jaguars receiving corps will put the Ravens revamped defense to the test.

Record: 1-1

Week 2 result: Beat Buffalo, 37-31

Week 2 star: Matt Forte ran for 3 touchdowns.

Week 3 opponent: at Kansas City Chiefs

One thing to know: Ryan Fitzpatrick's 374-yard performance against the Bills won him AFC Offensive Player of the Week.

Record: 2-0

Week 2 result: Beat Saints, 16-13

Week 2 star: Cornerback Janoris Jenkins recovered a blocked field goal and ran it for a touchdown while also not allowing a catch beyond 15 yards, according to PFF.

Week 3 opponent: vs. Washington Redskins

One thing to know: The Giants' pricey, upgraded defense is receiving a lot of attention, but the matchup to watch next weekend is the rematch between best buds, Josh Norman and Odell Beckham Jr.

Record: 1-1

Week 2 result: Lost to the Rams,9-3

Week 2 star: Michael Bennett had a sack and four tackles for a loss.

Week 3 opponent: vs. San Francisco 49ers

One thing to know: ESPN's Sheil Kapadia notes a familiar problem for Seattle so far this season: the offensive line just isn't good enough.

Record: 1-1

Week 2 result: Lost to Texans, 19-12

Week 2 star: Linebacker Derrick Johnson was part of a strong Chiefs' defensive showing, with 11 tackles, a sack, and tackle for loss.

Week 3 opponent: vs. New York Jets

One thing to know: The Week 2 loss was the Chiefs' first regular-season loss since last October!

Record: 1-1

Week 2 result: Lost to Pittsburgh, 24-16

Week 2 star: Andy Dalton threw for 366 yards and a touchdown. He's currently leading the league in passing yards.

Week 3 opponent: vs. Denver Broncos

One thing to know: The Bengals are averaging just 51 yards on the ground in their first two games, which isn't going to help get the job done against the Bengals this weekend.

Record: 1-1

Week 2 result: Lost to Vikings, 17-14

Week 2 star: Jordy Nelson is showing no signs of rust in his return from a torn ACL, collecting five passes for 73 yards and a touchdown.

Week 3 opponent: vs. Detroit Lions

One thing to know: Aaron Rodgers may once again have to tell fans to R-E-L-A-X as the NFL world begins to wonder why the Packers offense isn't living up to its potential.

Record: 2-0

Week 2 result: Beat Green Bay, 17-14

Week 2 star: Sam Bradford, who threw for 286 yards and two touchdowns in his first start in Minnesota. Not bad considering he's had the playbook for only two weeks!

Week 3 opponent: at Carolina Panthers

One thing to know: Adrian Peterson tore his meniscus and opted to have surgery. He's expected to be out until December.

Record: 2-0

Week 2 result: Beat Chiefs, 19-12

Week 2 star: DeAndre Hopkins showed why he's one of the NFL's elite receivers, pulling in 113 yards and a touchdown (and nearly another before it was ruled out of bounds).

Week 3 opponent: at New England Patriots

One thing to know: The Texans' fearsome pass rush must be licking its chops at facing Patriots rookie quarterback Jacoby Brissett on Thursday.

Record: 1-1

Week 2 result: Beat San Francisco, 46-27

Week 2 star: Cam Newton threw for 353 yards and 4 TDS. He's already off to a hotter start than last year, when he won the MVP.

Week 3 opponent: vs. Minnesota Vikings

One thing to know: Rookie cornerback James Bradberry is filling in for Josh Norman rather nicely. In Week 2, Bradberry graded higher than Norman, according to Pro Football Focus.

Record: 2-0

Week 2 result: Beat Colts, 34-20

Week 2 star: Von Miller is an animal — he had three sacks and stripped Andrew Luck in the fourth quarter, leading to a game-sealing touchdown by rookie Shane Ray.

Week 3 opponent: at Cincinnati Bengals

One thing to know: Trevor Siemian has one touchdown to three interceptions. The Broncos are getting it done with defense again.

Record: 1-1

Week 2 result: Beat Tampa Bay, 40-7

Week 2 star: Cornerback Marcus Cooper had two interceptions, one of which he returned 60 yards for a score. He was named NFC Defensive Player of the Week.

Week 3 opponent: at Buffalo Bills

One thing to know: The Cardinals are early favorites to win the Super Bowl, according to ESPN's Football Power Index.

Record: 2-0

Week 2 result: Beat Dolphins, 31-24

Week 2 star: Running back LeGarrette Blount carried the offense with 129 yards, a touchdown, and an awesome hurdle over a defensive back.

Week 3 opponent: vs. Houston Texans

One thing to know: The Patriots are likely going to have to roll with rookie quarterback Jacoby Brissett in Week 3, with Jimmy Garoppolo nursing a shoulder injury. We may also see an unusual backup if Brissett gets hurt.

Record: 2-0

Week 2 result: Beat Cincinnati, 24-16

Week 2 star: DeAngelo Williams continues to shine in Le'Veon Bell's place, picking up another touchdown to go with 132 total yards.

Week 3 opponent: at Philadelphia Eagles

One thing to know: Ben Roethlisberger is using a rugby ball in practice this week ahead of Sunday's game against the Eagles.

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