The NFC East certainly had an interesting week of football, with the Philadelphia Eagles leading the way.
Philly picked up a dramatic 24-20 win over the Tennessee Titans thanks to a game-winning touchdown from Jalen Hurts to Darius Cooper. The Dallas Cowboys beat the Washington Commanders 37-20 for their first win of the year. As for the New York Giants, it was a rough Monday Night Football game, and they lost 28-6 to the Los Angeles Rams.
Every team in the division may have its own issues, but it's becoming clear who has full control of the division. Everyone else, though, is chasing the Eagles. How are the rest of the rankings set up after two games?
NFC power rankings entering Week 3 of the 2026 NFL season
4. Washington Commanders (0-2)
It looks like another season where Jayden Daniels is injured and will miss time. This is starting to sound too much like what happened with Robert Griffin III over 10 years ago.
Marcus Mariota isn't a bad replacement for Daniels, but the Commanders are in clear trouble. Their secondary has been prone to allowing explosive plays, and Washington didn't have a running game without Daniels.
Things are looking bleak for the Commanders, as it could be another season where they are so deep in the hole with losses that they're shutting down Daniels, who is out with an elbow injury. Commanders head coach Dan Quinn may already be one foot out the door, with his job in jeopardy.
3. New York Giants (1-1)
Daniels isn't the only NFC East quarterback hurt, as Jaxson Dart could miss the season if he needs season-ending knee. Without Dart, though, this Giants offense isn't functional with Jameis Winston running things.
Malik Nabers has not been 100% healthy himself, leaving even more headaches for this unit. Without Isaiah Likely, this offense would be doomed to be the worst in the league.
If the defense can carry them, they might salvage things somewhat. If Dart can't play, they can kiss their playoff hopes goodbye.
2. Dallas Cowboys (1-1)
Who would have thought that the Cowboys would be a more stable organization than the Giants and Commanders? Dallas' offense got back on track with Dak Prescott's 279-yard, four-touchdown day against Washington.
The Cowboys' biggest problem is their inconsistent defense, led by former Eagles assistant Christian Parker. Their lack of a pass rush and secondary injuries are putting them behind the eight ball.
Realistically, Dallas is the only team that could compete with the Eagles in the division right now. The Cowboys are still far from being Super Bowl contenders, but their offense is good enough to keep them in the playoff hunt.
1. Philadelphia Eagles (2-0)
Let's get the negatives out of the way. Philly's offensive line is a mess without Landon Dickerson; Makai Lemon is a disappointment early on, and the safety position is in bad shape.
With that being said, this is hands down the most talented roster in the division. Jalen Hurts is playing well, and the wide receivers look and feel solid, with DeVonta Smith and Dontayvion Wicks as the clear top two. The corners on the Eagles are playing elite football, with a pass rush that's getting good production from Jalyx Hunt and Nolan Smith Jr.
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There may be some injury concerns with Dickerson, Dallas Goedert, Saquon Barkley, and Jonathan Greenard, but this team is still very deep. The Eagles should wrap this division up by December, or something went horribly, horribly wrong.
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