NFL Power Rankings Week 3: How Teams Measure up

WHO:

buccaneers.com - Kyler Murray will return to the starting lineup for the Vikings after clearing concussion protocol.

atlantafalcons.com - Michael Penix Jr. will start for the Falcons against the Packers, marking his first start since partially tearing his ACL last November.

buccaneers.com - The Buccaneers, the Browns, the Minnesota Vikings, Carson Wentz, Kyler Murray

atlantafalcons.com - The Atlanta Falcons, Michael Penix Jr., Cooper Rush, Jack Strand, Kendal Daniels

WHAT:

buccaneers.com - The Vikings have allowed 12.5 points per game through two weeks, ranking them among the top defenses in the league.

atlantafalcons.com - The Falcons are the first team in 18 seasons to have no red zone drives through two games.

atlantafalcons.com - The Panthers have scored 71 points over the first two weeks of the season.

buccaneers.com - The Buccaneers are seeking to avoid their first 0-3 start since 2014.

buccaneers.com - The Buccaneers have a -4 turnover ratio, tied for second-worst in the NFL.

buccaneers.com - The Buccaneers have allowed seven sacks on quarterback Baker Mayfield through two games.

buccaneers.com - Running back Bucky Irving has 183 yards from scrimmage and averages 5.4 yards per carry.

buccaneers.com - Rookie linebacker Josiah Trotter has recorded 21 tackles, 1.0 sack, and a pick-six.

atlantafalcons.com - The Falcons are now the only team in the league without a red zone drive through two games.

atlantafalcons.com - Michael Penix Jr. will start for the Falcons against the Packers, marking his first start since partially tearing his ACL in Week 11 of the previous season.

atlantafalcons.com - Tua Tagovailoa practiced as a full participant on Tuesday.

atlantafalcons.com - Corner A.J. Terrell Jr. has been placed on injured reserve and will be out for at least the next four games.

buccaneers.com - The Buccaneers have started 0-2 for the first time in 12 years following a 23-19 loss to the Browns in Week Two at Raymond James Stadium.

buccaneers.com - The Vikings are coming off a 9-3 victory in Chicago with a standout defensive performance.

buccaneers.com - Kyler Murray will start for the Vikings in Week Three after clearing concussion protocol.

atlantafalcons.com - The Falcons are set to play three consecutive prime-time games, starting with the Packers on Thursday night.

atlantafalcons.com - The Falcons rank No. 31 in the power rankings after starting the season 0-2.

atlantafalcons.com - Jack Strand is the first player since Sam Darnold in 2018 to throw a pick-six on his first NFL pass.

atlantafalcons.com - Michael Penix Jr. is expected to make his first start since tearing his ACL last November against the Packers.

buccaneers.com - The Buccaneers are now one game off in the NFC South standings after both the Panthers and Saints won in Week Two.

buccaneers.com - Kyler Murray will start for the Vikings in Week Three after clearing concussion protocol.

atlantafalcons.com - The Falcons are the fourth team since 1978 without a red zone drive through two games.

atlantafalcons.com - The Panthers won 34-3 against the Falcons, with QB Bryce Young completing 23-of-36 passes for 287 yards and three touchdowns.

atlantafalcons.com - LB Devin Lloyd of the Panthers had nine tackles, a sack, and two interceptions, leading the league with 16 tackles and two interceptions through two games.

buccaneers.com - The Buccaneers will face the undefeated Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, September 27 at 4:05 p.m. ET.

atlantafalcons.com - The Falcons will kick off Week 3 against the Green Bay Packers on Thursday night, marking Michael Penix Jr.'s first start since tearing his ACL last November.

atlantafalcons.com - The Raiders have moved up from No. 28 in Week 2 to No. 20 in Week 3 of the power rankings.

atlantafalcons.com - The Commanders have dropped from No. 23 in Week 2 to No. 28 in Week 3 of the power rankings.

buccaneers.com - The Buccaneers are looking to build continuity as a unit while sustaining drives against the undefeated Minnesota Vikings, who are coming off a 9-3 victory in Chicago.

atlantafalcons.com - The Falcons are set to play three consecutive prime-time games, starting with the Packers, marking Michael Penix Jr.'s first start since tearing his ACL last November.

atlantafalcons.com - The Panthers won 34-3 against the Falcons, with QB Bryce Young completing 23-of-36 passes for 287 yards and three touchdowns.

atlantafalcons.com - LB Devin Lloyd of the Panthers had nine tackles, a sack, and two interceptions, leading the league with 16 tackles and two interceptions through two games.

buccaneers.com - Quarterback Baker Mayfield stated, "Everything that we want is there... it is just a matter of execution, no negative plays."

atlantafalcons.com - The Falcons rank No. 31 in the power rankings after starting the season 0-2.

atlantafalcons.com - The Falcons are the first team in 18 seasons to have no red zone drives through two games.

buccaneers.com - The Vikings are ranked No. 3 in Fox's NFL Power Rankings.

atlantafalcons.com - Michael Penix Jr. is expected to make his first start since tearing his ACL last November against the Packers.

atlantafalcons.com - Jack Strand is the first player since Sam Darnold in 2018 to throw a pick-six on his first NFL pass.

buccaneers.com - The Buccaneers have started 0-2 for the first time in 12 years.

buccaneers.com - Kyler Murray will start for the Vikings in Week Three after clearing concussion protocol.

atlantafalcons.com - The Falcons are in desperate need of a quarterback due to poor performance and injuries, particularly with Cooper Rush's struggles.

atlantafalcons.com - The Falcons benched Cooper Rush in the third quarter of their Week 2 matchup and inserted undrafted rookie Jack Strand, who threw a pick-six on his first drive.

atlantafalcons.com - The Falcons are in need of a quarterback due to poor performance and injuries.

buccaneers.com - The Buccaneers are looking to build continuity as a unit while sustaining drives against the undefeated Minnesota Vikings, who are coming off a 9-3 victory against the Bears.

atlantafalcons.com - The Falcons are set to play three consecutive prime-time games, starting with the Packers, marking Michael Penix Jr.'s first start since tearing his ACL last November.

atlantafalcons.com - The Raiders have moved up from No. 28 in Week 2 to No. 20 in Week 3 of the power rankings.

atlantafalcons.com - The Commanders have dropped from No. 23 in Week 2 to No. 28 in Week 3 of the power rankings.

atlantafalcons.com - Jack Strand is the first player since Sam Darnold in 2018 to throw a pick-six on his first NFL pass.

buccaneers.com - The Buccaneers are looking to build continuity as a unit while sustaining drives against the Vikings, who are ranked third in total defense.

atlantafalcons.com - The Falcons are set to play three consecutive prime-time games, starting with the Packers on Thursday night, marking Michael Penix Jr.'s first start since tearing his ACL last November.

atlantafalcons.com - The Panthers won 34-3 against the Falcons, with QB Bryce Young completing 23-of-36 passes for 287 yards and three touchdowns.

atlantafalcons.com - LB Devin Lloyd of the Panthers had nine tackles, a sack, and two interceptions, leading the league with 16 tackles and two interceptions through two games.

buccaneers.com - The Buccaneers' offense struggled with inefficiency in the red zone, settling for field goals too often against the Browns.

buccaneers.com - Quarterback Baker Mayfield stated, "Everything that we want is there... it is just a matter of execution, no negative plays."

atlantafalcons.com - The Falcons are set to play three consecutive prime-time games, starting with the Packers on Thursday night.

atlantafalcons.com - The Falcons' ranking in the power rankings is No. 31 after starting the season 0-2.

atlantafalcons.com - Michael Penix Jr. is expected to make his first start since tearing his ACL last November against the Packers.

buccaneers.com - The Buccaneers will look to get back on track against the undefeated Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, September 27 for a 4:05 p.m. kickoff.

atlantafalcons.com - The Falcons will play on Thursday night against the Packers, marking Michael Penix Jr.'s first start since tearing his ACL last November.

atlantafalcons.com - The Raiders have moved up from No. 28 in Week 2 to No. 20 in Week 3 of the power rankings.

atlantafalcons.com - The Commanders have dropped from No. 23 in Week 2 to No. 28 in Week 3 of the power rankings.

buccaneers.com - The Minnesota Vikings are ranked No. 3 in Fox's NFL Power Rankings.

atlantafalcons.com - The Atlanta Falcons are ranked No. 31 in the power rankings after starting the season 0-2.

atlantafalcons.com - The Falcons are the first team in 18 seasons to have no red zone drives through two games.

buccaneers.com - The Buccaneers have started 0-2 for the first time in 12 years.

buccaneers.com - Kyler Murray will start for the Vikings in Week Three after clearing concussion protocol.

atlantafalcons.com - The Falcons rank No. 31 in the power rankings after starting the season 0-2.

atlantafalcons.com - Michael Penix Jr. is expected to make his first start since tearing his ACL last November against the Packers.

atlantafalcons.com - Jack Strand is the first player since Sam Darnold in 2018 to throw a pick-six on his first NFL pass.

buccaneers.com - The Buccaneers have started the season 0-2 following a 23-19 loss to the Browns.

buccaneers.com - The Buccaneers are one game off in the NFC South standings.

buccaneers.com - The Vikings are coming off a 9-3 victory against the Bears.

atlantafalcons.com - The Falcons rank No. 31 in the power rankings after starting the season 0-2.

atlantafalcons.com - The Falcons are the fourth team since 1978 without a red zone drive through two games.

atlantafalcons.com - Jack Strand threw a pick-six on his first NFL pass.

atlantafalcons.com - Michael Penix Jr. is expected to return for the Falcons' game against the Packers.

WHERE:

buccaneers.com - The game between the Buccaneers and the Browns took place at Raymond James Stadium.

atlantafalcons.com - The Falcons will play against the Packers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

buccaneers.com - The game between the Buccaneers and the Browns took place at Raymond James Stadium.

atlantafalcons.com - The Falcons will play against the Packers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

WHEN:

buccaneers.com - The Buccaneers will play the Vikings on Sunday, September 27 at 4:05 p.m. ET.

buccaneers.com - The Buccaneers will play the Vikings on September 27 at 4:05 p.m.

atlantafalcons.com - The Falcons will play the Packers on Thursday night.

buccaneers.com - The Vikings will play the Buccaneers on September 27 at 4:05 p.m.

atlantafalcons.com - The Falcons will play the Packers on Thursday night.

buccaneers.com - The Buccaneers will play the Vikings on September 27 at 4:05 p.m.

atlantafalcons.com - The Falcons will play on Thursday night against the Packers.

buccaneers.com - The Buccaneers will play the Vikings on September 27 at 4:05 p.m.

atlantafalcons.com - The Falcons will play on Thursday night against the Packers.

WHY:

buccaneers.com - The Buccaneers are looking to avoid their first 0-3 start since 2014 after losing to the Browns in Week Two.

atlantafalcons.com - The Falcons are in desperate need of a quarterback due to poor performance and injuries, particularly with Cooper Rush's struggles.

atlantafalcons.com - The Falcons are in need of a quarterback due to poor performance and injuries.

HOW:

atlantafalcons.com - The Falcons benched Cooper Rush in the third quarter of their Week 2 matchup and inserted undrafted rookie Jack Strand, who threw a pick-six on his first drive.

atlantafalcons.com - The Falcons benched Cooper Rush in favor of undrafted rookie Jack Strand during their Week 2 matchup.

In a significant update for NFL fans, Kyler Murray is set to return as the starting quarterback for the Vikings after successfully clearing concussion protocol, while Michael Penix Jr. will make his first start for the Falcons against the Packers after recovering from a partial ACL tear. The Vikings have been impressive defensively, allowing just 12.5 points per game, while the Falcons are struggling, becoming the first team in 18 seasons to go without a red zone drive in their first two games. The Buccaneers, looking to avoid their first 0-3 start since 2014 after a loss to the Browns, will face the Vikings on Sunday, September 27 at 4:05 p.m. ET.