The Rams have fallen sharply in power rankings following Week 1, with Yahoo Sports reporting they dropped from the No. 1 spot after what was described as a subpar opening performance. However, outlets differ on their current standing: while one ranking keeps the Rams in the top 5, another suggests a more dramatic tumble.

Other teams experienced more positive movement. The San Francisco 49ers and New York Giants posted the biggest jumps in the league, per Yahoo Sports. Conversely, the Dallas Cowboys and Denver Broncos headed in the opposite direction.

Several outlets cautioned against overreacting to Week 1 results. NFL Trade Rumors and Windy City Gridiron both emphasized the unpredictability of opening weekend, with one noting that "Week 1 always lies" despite the inevitable overreactions that follow every season. The 2026 regular season kicked off on an unconventional schedule, with the opener on Wednesday and the NFL's first game played in Australia, adding to the week's unusual nature.