Chiefs defeat Broncos as 49ers surge in Week 2 power rankings

Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Denver Broncos 31-10 on Monday night, with rookie running back Kenneth Walker III contributing in his first game for the team. The victory capped the first week of the 2026 NFL season.

San Francisco 49ers rose 11 positions in the Week 2 power rankings after a 27-7 victory over the Los Angeles Rams in the season opener held in Australia. The Rams will also miss defensive end Myles Garrett for at least four games following a knee procedure.

Denver fell in the rankings after quarterback Bo Nix recorded 131 passing yards, one touchdown, one interception and three fumbles against the Chiefs.

Injury updates include Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Ladd McConkey, who left Sunday’s loss to the Arizona Cardinals with a rib injury and is listed as day-to-day, and Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers, who exited with a hamstring issue and is also day-to-day. Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray suffered a concussion in his debut and was replaced by backup Carson Wentz.

Teams are reviewing Week 1 performances and addressing injuries as they prepare for Week 2.