Following the conclusion of Week 3 of the 2026 NFL season on Sept. 28, 2026, the league’s power rankings face a major shakeup. According to reports from Cowboys Wire, upsets across the schedule—including a stunning Monday Night Football performance and a turbulent international matchup—have shifted the standings from worst to first across all 32 franchises.
Chicago Bears Upset Philadelphia Eagles on Monday Night
The Philadelphia Eagles entered Week 3 with a 2-0 record and a seemingly favorable matchup against a third-string quarterback. Instead, Case Keenum and the Chicago Bears dismantled Jalen Hurts and the Eagles on Monday Night Football. The decisive victory pushed the Bears to a 2-1 record and capped off an unpredictable week of professional football.
Atlanta Falcons Stun Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field
Action for Week 3 kicked off on Thursday night as the previously winless Atlanta Falcons welcomed back their quarterback. Michael Penix led the team into Lambeau Field, delivering a dominant performance to overpower a spiraling Green Bay Packers squad.
Buffalo Bills Maintain Undefeated Status While Chargers Stay Winless
Amidst the week’s surprises, the Buffalo Bills preserved their perfect record by handing the Los Angeles Chargers another loss. The outcome leaves the Chargers winless at 0-3, while Buffalo solidifies its standing near the top of the league.
Baltimore Ravens Outlast Dallas Cowboys in Brazil
In a chaotic international contest played in Brazil, the Dallas Cowboys struggled to avoid mistakes in a seesaw battle against the Baltimore Ravens. The Ravens ultimately capitalized on the errors to secure the victory, sending Dallas tumbling in the latest power rankings.
Denver Broncos Edge Los Angeles Rams on Sunday Night
Prime-time football provided another competitive spectacle as the Denver Broncos squared off against the Los Angeles Rams. The Broncos put together a strong performance on Sunday Night Football to secure a victory.
Updated Week 4 Power Rankings
The turbulent results from Week 3 reshuffled the league standings as teams head into the fourth week of the 2026 season. At the bottom of the rankings, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers sit at 0-3, followed by the New Orleans Saints at 1-2, the Washington Commanders at 1-2, and the winless Los Angeles Chargers at 0-3. Further up the board, the Indianapolis Colts hold a 1-2 record, the Pittsburgh Steelers stand at 2-1, the New England Patriots sit at 1-2, and the defeated Philadelphia Eagles slide to 2-1. Meanwhile, the Cincinnati Bengals hold a 2-1 record, the Jacksonville Jaguars sit at 2-1, and the San Francisco 49ers maintain a pristine 3-0 mark.