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Bills and Chargers top the AFC after Week 1
Bills rally for a 41-40 win over the Ravens; Chargers beat the Chiefs in Brazil; Eagles remain No 1 in Week 1 power rankings.
The defending champions stay on top while Bills and Chargers rise as the early AFC contenders.
Bills and Chargers top the AFC after Week 1 thriller
The first week of the NFL season reshaped the power rankings. The defending champion Eagles stayed No. 1 after a 24-20 win over the Cowboys, a win that showed they can win cleanly even when not at full strength. The Bills pulled off a dramatic 41-40 victory over the Ravens, proving Josh Allen can engineer a comeback against tough competition. The Chargers delivered a bold statement by beating the Chiefs 27-21 in Brazil, signaling a high-powered offense that can carry them deep this season. The Packers also impressed on defense, with Micah Parsons quickly making an impact after joining the unit.
Movement in the rankings reflected Week 1 results and early ceilings: the Bills jumped into the top five, the Chargers moved up from the middle of the pack, while the Ravens slipped after a late loss. The Chiefs and Jets faced bumps in their openers, and several teams offered a preview of how depth and finish might shape the race for the conference titles this fall.
Key Takeaways
"Josh Allen showed why you never count him out"
Bills comeback against Ravens
"If Herbert keeps commanding games like this the Chargers could reach elite status"
Charger move up in power rankings
"Week 1 proved defense still decides big games"
Early season takeaway about defenses
Week 1 underscored a few truths teams will chase all season. Cleveland and Seattle showed flashes of identity, but durability and consistency will decide whether those moments become sustained momentum. The Bills and Chargers answered questions about late-game resilience and offensive rhythm, while the Eagles demonstrated they can win even when missing a few contributors. If Week 2 brings similar drama, the race in the AFC could become a sustained sprint rather than a quiet climb. The coming matchups will test whether this was a temporary spark or the start of a real shift in power.
Highlights
- Bills rise on the back of a late surge and a fearless playbook
- Herbert looks ready to push the Chargers into elite status
- Week 1 proves defense can still decide big games
- The AFC balance may be shifting as Bills and Chargers surge
The season is just getting started and the landscape will keep shifting.
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