Power rankings already showed some positive movement after the New Orleans Saints’ Week 1 loss, but now that they beat the Baltimore Ravens in Week 2, the rankings could jump.
NFL.com – 14 (+7)
“The Saints are a sneaky-tough bunch. New Orleans’ defense managed to limit Baltimore’s powerful offense after getting punched in the mouth early on Sunday. Tyler Shough once again showcased his clutch gene, propelling a 21-3 run to close the game, with the second-year signal-caller taking a brutal hit at the goal line on his fourth-down sneak to score the game-winning touchdown. He’s tough as nails and fits perfectly as the face of the upstart Saints.“
Fox Sports – 15 (+4)
“OK, I’m a believer. The Saints pushed the Lions to overtime, then beat the Baltimore Ravens on the road. That’s enough to declare them legitimate. I believe QB Tyler Shough is legit, too. I just wonder if this early success is sustainable over the course of the entire season.”
Bleacher Report – 13 (+9)
“The New Orleans Saints have started slowly in both games, but they know how to rally late. In Week 1, the Saints came up short in overtime, but they completed a comeback on the road against a heavily favored Baltimore Ravens squad in Week 2.
Saints’ head coach Kellen Moore’s willingness to run a play on fourth down for the win or a lead shows how much he trusts his team. Despite a subpar ground game, quarterback Tyler Shough has led a solid passing attack that keeps his team in games.
If you haven’t bought into the thought of the Saints being NFC South champions, maybe it’s time to consider it. — Moton”
CBS Sports – 18 (+5)
“That was a nice comeback on the road in beating the Ravens. Tyler Shough is off to a really nice start.
Sports Illustrated – 14 (+6)
“The Kelvin Banks news is awful, but I’ll say this: New Orleans is the toughest team I’ve watched on film this year. Everyone is Kevin Costner-movie style gritty, especially Devaughn Vele and Chris Olave. They made some clutch, chain-moving catches in traffic against a good Ravens defense on Sunday to keep the comeback alive. Imagine what this offense looks like with a third star in Jordyn Tyson.”
