Not every NFL team has a 2-0 start. Of course, any organization can rejoice when it goes undefeated in the first two weeks of the season. A club that has begun 2-0 has advanced to the postseason 63.9% of the time since 1990.
Nevertheless, certain teams who start well are sure to falter or make mistakes due to the schedule arrangement and other factors that strongly impact such a short sample size.

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Though six of the 9 teams that finished the regular season with a 2-0 record advanced to the postseason, a few of them were not long-term contenders. In light of this, the nine 2-0 teams from this season have been ranked by the sports media into three tiers according to their qualifications as contenders.

1. Kansas City Chiefs

Real competitors: The Chiefs easily could have been 0-2 and causing fear of a Super Bowl three-peat attempt if they hadn’t ended up on the winning side of a few plays in the fourth quarter. With Patrick Mahomes starting at quarterback, Kansas City is 2-0 for the seventh time in seven seasons. Call it luck, championship mettle, or a combination of the two. Thoughts of a much more potent offensive may have been premature given Marquise “Hollywood” Brown’s permanent shoulder injury and Kingsley Suamataia.

A rookie left tackle, being benched on Sunday. Though Travis Kelce hasn’t played much in the passing offense thus far, this is still the team that everyone is pursuing, and there are good reasons to think that big improvement is imminent. Kansas City’s margin for error feels as large as ever, with Mahomes still able to muster an explosive play at any time and Steve Spagnuolo’s defense performing well in crucial situations.

2. Buffalo Bills

Buffalo has seen more personnel hits as a result of roster turbulence during the summer. However, the Bills haven’t given up yet. While still figuring out a reorganized receiving corps, Josh Allen and company have demonstrated numerous ways to take advantage of defenses, with Joe Brady emerging as one of the NFL’s most versatile offensive minds.

Eventually, Sean McDermott will need to show that he can handle the hits that might make the difference against the best in the AFC. But as of right now, the Bills are among the few teams that can compete with the Chiefs, or any other elite team, at their peak.

3. Houston Texans

The Texans didn’t exactly thrash their first two opponents, and they are tied with the Chiefs for the lowest point differential (+8) among all the unbeaten teams. Additionally, the defense had the opportunity to start against Caleb Williams and Anthony Richardson, who had combined for six starts. However, Houston has every player needed to challenge for the championship, and DeMeco Ryans, the current NFL Coach of the Year, is keeping his team in a winning position.

Joe Mixon appeared revitalized in his 159-yard effort in Week 1, but he later sustained an ankle injury vs the Chicago Bears. Continued improvement in the running game might send the team over the top. In light of the AFC South’s apparent lack of competitiveness, the Texans have a great chance to win the division once again and secure a highly advantageous seeding.

4. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Almost there: The three-time defending NFC South champs, who are enjoying their fourth straight 2-0 start, might be past due for a slump. With Tom Brady in the core, the first two were a known powerhouse. Tampa Bay’s 20-16 victory over the Detroit Lions on Sunday served as a reminder that they are among the best in the conference, as Baker Mayfield and Todd Bowles have stymied any thoughts of a regression. Secure your NFL London Tickets now to be part of this unforgettable experience.

Although Bowles’ group tends to stay firm in crucial situations, Chris Godwin’s return is a huge help to the offense. Although the Bucs’ abilities are easily apparent, two potential long-term limits include a stagnated run game and a lack of potency in the pass rush.

5. New Orleans Saints

The Saints may have made the most significant offseason acquisition, while receiving flak for persisting in investing heavily in a team that has delivered mediocre performance in recent years. After signing offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak, New Orleans’s veteran-laden offense saw a spark that few could have predicted, as their 91 points through two games are tied for the fourth-highest total in league history.

The scoring explosions did, however, occur against the defenseless Carolina Panthers and a Dallas Cowboys team playing in its second game under a new scheme. Nevertheless, play-action and motion plays have been used extensively. It has helped both Derek Carr who appears much more assured now than he did in his rocky Big Easy debut.

Alvin Kamara a five-time Pro Bowler who allows the NFL in yards from scrimmage (290) who averaged just 3.9 yards per rush the previous season. Take them up a notch if the Saints can withstand the arduous four-game stretch they have coming up. Pin down any expectations of a home Super Bowl, though, for the time being. You may also read: News for NFL 2024 real rivalry among the chaos?

6. Minnesota Vikings

More to prove: Since Sam Darnold is the star of the Vikings’ explosive first season and he was once selected in the top five, it makes sense that the quarterback’s highlight reel has been him (Mayfield was the trailblazer in this case). There’s no denying, however, that defensive coordinator Brian Flores deserves more credit. Upon Minnesota’s six sacks and two turnovers in a 23-17 victory on Sunday, San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy told Flores, “Your scheme is crazy.”

Throughout the season, Flores should continue to rattle opposition offenses. But Darnold still needs to show that he can be a reliable triggerman and do more than just let Justin Jefferson be Justin Jefferson. However, if Kevin O’Connell can keep finding him good locations and his pass catchers’ growing injuries avoid taking too much of a toll. Minnesota might be considered for the wild card come late in the season.

7. Los Angeles Chargers

Jim Harbaugh’s team has proven its NFL alternative identity with 395 yards of running as opposed to 270 yards of passing. However, the strategy employed to shut down the Raiders and Panthers most likely won’t work as well against teams like the Steelers and Chiefs. These are scheduled to play in the following two weeks.

An inexperienced receiving corps promises to be a roadblock when early-game circumstances are less favorable. The Bolts’ outstanding defensive efforts are intrinsically linked to the ailing passing attacks they encountered. In spite of this, the Chargers’ schedule is so forgiving that they could end up becoming a rough-and-tumble replica of the Dolphins from the previous season.

8. Pittsburgh Steelers

Given the similarities between the two teams, it seems sense that the Steelers and Chargers will square off on Sunday. Pittsburgh’s defense, like Los Angeles’, has suffocated its overmatched opponents, but it needs a bigger challenge. Additionally, with Justin Fields substituting for Russell Wilson, the Steelers haven’t had to ask much of their passing game. Mike Tomlin has demonstrated the ability to overcome roster weaknesses that would hinder less successful coaches.

This formula doesn’t seem sustainable in the long run because neither Fields nor Wilson appear to be able to save the offense the way Herbert can. Pittsburgh’s early success has been largely attributed to a league-best +5 turnover differential. Perhaps the defense can keep producing huge plays. But if the team decides to stick with Fields who committed 41 turnovers in 40 games while logging 135 sacks the offense may be in for some more serious holes down the road.

9. Seattle Seahawks

Give Mike Macdonald credit for starting the season with a spotless record something no other trainer in franchise history has accomplished in his first year. Macdonald is the youngest coach in the NFL at 37. However, facing the Denver Broncos and New England Patriots. Two teams going through significant roster turnover, was the easiest opening slate Seattle faced. Geno Smith appears to be in complete control of Ryan Grubb’s offense.

The new offensive coordinator, and Macdonald’s intricate scheme will probably continue to stump opponents throughout the season. However, the offensive line which is particularly weak on the interior remains a serious concern. Ranking 31st pass block victory rate (38%) and run block win rate (65%). Even though many people didn’t think the Seahawks would be as competitive. Once the competition heats up, a relapse appears inevitable.

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