The Seattle Seahawks dropped their first game in almost a year. Naturally, that means it's time to rally and demand that Mike Macdonald, John Schneider, and even the social media department be fired immediately.
Oh, and they should also trade Devon Witherspoon for a conditional seventh-rounder.
All jokes aside, there are — clearly — some things to work on. The pass rush hasn't been as dominant outside of a couple of guys, and the lack of depth in the secondary is something to keep an eye on. Also, the running game hasn't taken off yet.
Where do the Seattle Seahawks rank among 2-1 NFC teams?
That said, this team should be just fine. The loss to the Commanders was just another classic trap game— a perfect storm. Even after the loss, they're, by far, the best team among those with the same 2-1 record.
5. New York Giants
The New York Giants seemed suspect before Jaxson Dart's injury. Now, with a quarterback competition between Jameis Winston and J.J. McCarthy, they have a legitimate chance to complete as many passes to opposing players as to their own teammates.
The Giants' defense also took a massive hit with Brian Burns' season-ending injury. Things were already looking bleak for John Harbaugh's outfit, and after two flukey wins, this team will probably be back in the top five of the NFL Draft.
4. Detroit Lions
The Detroit Lions can put up points in a hurry. The only problem? They can't stop anyone. Dan Campbell's team might have the worst cornerback room in football, and with his baffling decision-making, clock management, and 'let's be aggressive just because' mindset, that's not a winning formula.
The Lions also play in one of the toughest, most competitive divisions in football. They have yet to face a single NFC North team this season, and we already saw how ugly things can get when they face a real contender.
3. Philadelphia Eagles
The year is 2026, and Vic Fangio still can't figure out how to stop Vic Fangio. The journeyman quarterback is now 4-0 against him, and Ben Johnson has made the Philadelphia Eagles' once-disciplined defense sloppy and out of sync.
Nick Sirianni's team should be better; they have a myriad of talent on both sides of the field. But does anyone really trust Jalen Hurts to get the job done with his 3984393489th offensive coordinator? Not even they seem sold on him.
2. Chicago Bears
Ben Johnson is a true football maniac. The Chicago Bears are absolutely stacked on offense, and they just proved that they'll be as aggressive and creative on that side of the field, even when Caleb Williams isn't out there.
Defensive coordinator Dennis Allen entered the season with a lukewarm seat, but even with a decimated secondary and little talent up front, that unit has also improved in recent weeks. They're a real threat.
1. Seattle Seahawks
Last but not least, nothing that happened in Week 3 should be concerning enough to take down the defending Super Bowl champions from the top spot. Again, it was just a series of unfortunate events that led to a close and avoidable loss.
Sam Darnold had barely played since the Super Bowl, but he should be just fine as he gets into a groove. Also, how often will the Dark Side defense give up 33 points, let alone allow any quarterback to scramble his way into big gains over and over? They'll be fine.
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