Week 2 NFL Energy Rankings: 1-32 ballot, plus who had the perfect efficiency for each workforce?

The San Francisco 49ers capped off Week 1 of the 2024 NFL season with a win and closed out an thrilling opening weekend.

The Baltimore Ravens got here up a toe short towards the Kansas City Chiefs, and the Minnesota Vikings, New Orleans Saints and Dallas Cowboys earned huge wins. Quite a bit has occurred since our Preseason Power Rankings, so we have to restack all 32 groups forward of the Week 2 motion.

Along with our rankings, NFL Nation reporters named a newcomer — outlined as a rookie, new coach or offseason acquisition — who put up the perfect efficiency. From New England Patriots‘ Jerod Mayo and Seattle Seahawks‘ Mike Macdonald grabbing their first profession wins as head coaches to rookie playmakers lighting it up, we picked 32 gamers and coaches who impressed of their debuts.

Let’s get proper into it with our No. 1-ranked workforce.

Our energy panel of greater than 80 writers, editors and TV personalities evaluates how NFL groups stack up towards each other, rating them from 1 to 32.

Earlier rankings: Preseason

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ARI | ATL | BAL | BUF | CAR | CHI | CIN
CLE | DAL | DEN | DET | GB | HOU | IND
JAX | KC | LAC | LAR | LV | MIA | MIN
NE | NO | NYG | NYJ | PHI | PIT | SF
SEA | TB | TEN | WSH

Preseason rating: 1

Finest newcomer efficiency: WR Xavier Worthy

Worthy had the affect the Chiefs have been hoping for once they drafted him within the first spherical. He delivered two performs of greater than 20 yards, the primary one a landing on an end-around the primary time he received the ball and the opposite a landing catch within the fourth quarter. The Chiefs had three go performs of greater than 30 yards and three others of greater than 20. Worthy’s mere presence on the sphere may need contributed even when it wasn’t him getting the ball. — Adam Teicher

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Preseason rating: 3

Finest newcomer efficiency: DE Leonard Floyd

San Francisco signed Floyd in free company to be the down-to-down complement to DE Nick Bosa that it hasn’t had since Dee Ford in 2019. The early returns have been good Monday evening. Floyd completed with two tackles, one sack, one stuff and had one strain that led to an interception of Jets QB Aaron Rodgers. — Nick Wagoner

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Preseason rating: 4

Finest newcomer efficiency: DB Terrion Arnold

In his NFL debut, Arnold completed with eight complete tackles in Detroit’s extra time win over the Rams. The rookie took 97% of snaps and appeared up and down at occasions whereas going through veteran QB Matthew Stafford, WR Cooper Kupp and a potent Rams offense. “It is very evident it isn’t too huge for him,” coach Dan Campbell stated of Arnold on Monday. “He is received loads to wash up, however but man, it was very promising. He was in stride. He confirmed up for us, and he is solely gonna get higher and higher.” — Eric Woodyard

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Preseason rating: 2

Finest newcomer efficiency: RB Derrick Henry

There weren’t numerous choices as a result of the newcomers did not contribute a lot for Baltimore. Henry confirmed promise early, however the Ravens went away from the run sport in making an attempt to play catch-up with QB Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs. On the opening drive, Henry ran 5 occasions for 17 yards, together with a 5-yard landing. He had eight carries for 29 yards the remainder of the sport. Henry might have extra alternatives in Week 2 when he faces a Raiders protection that gave up 176 speeding yards to the Chargers in Week 1. — Jamison Hensley

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Preseason rating: 5

Finest newcomer efficiency: RB Saquon Barkley

Barkley stole the present in Brazil, speeding for over 100 yards and scoring 3 times towards the Packers — twice on the bottom and as soon as by means of the air. He turned the second participant in franchise historical past to attain three touchdowns in his first sport, becoming a member of Terrell Owens, who did it in 2004. “We’re excited that he is on our workforce, and he begins the season off proper,” receiver A.J. Brown stated. — Tim McManus

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Preseason rating: 6

Finest newcomer efficiency: RB Joe Mixon

Mixon’s debut was elite. He ran for 159 yards with a landing, his third-highest yardage in a sport for his profession. It did not matter what entrance the Colts introduced: He ran for 88 yards towards a lightweight field, 34 towards a impartial field and 37 towards a stacked field. Mixon saved the Texans’ offense afloat as QB C.J. Stroud shook off the rust and threw for 234 yards, in need of his 274-yard common in 2023. — DJ Bien-Aime

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Preseason rating: 11

Finest newcomer efficiency: LB DeMarvion Overshown

There have been a number of selections due to Dallas’ huge win, however Overshown will get the nod. He sat out his rookie season due to a torn ACL in his left knee however was all around the discipline towards the Browns. He completed with 9 tackles, a sack, a sort out for loss and two quarterback hits. His closing pace was eye-opening on his sack of Browns QB Deshaun Watson since he beat Micah Parsons to the signal-caller. There may be rising pains because the yr progresses, however he’s off to a terrific begin. — Todd Archer

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Preseason rating: 7

Finest newcomer efficiency: DC Bobby Babich

This wasn’t a fairly defensive effort, however changes by Babich in his first sport as an NFL playcaller are value acknowledging, particularly after nickel nook Taron Johnson left the sport following a forearm damage on the primary drive. The Cardinals didn’t rating one other offensive landing after halftime and the Payments restricted QB Kyler Murray to 31 passing yards within the second half. “I felt Bobby and the defensive employees did a terrific job at halftime addressing [third-down issues] after which making some changes,” coach Sean McDermott stated. “I believe we got here out higher within the second half and performed a bit of bit extra our fashion protection.” — Alaina Getzenberg

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Preseason rating: 8

Finest newcomer efficiency: DC Anthony Weaver

The Dolphins’ defensive efficiency within the second half of Sunday’s win over the Jaguars ought to give them confidence transferring ahead. Miami held Jacksonville to 0-for-5 on third down, forcing three three-and-outs and a four-play turnover on downs in six complete sequence. The Dolphins’ protection pitched a second-half shutout in a comeback victory. Gamers raved about Weaver’s teaching fashion all through the offseason, and their play within the face of a two-score deficit Sunday validated their emotions. — Marcel Louis-Jacques

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Preseason rating: 13

Finest newcomer efficiency: LB Jared Verse

Verse had the primary sack of his NFL profession Sunday when he took down Lions QB Jared Goff to finish the primary half. The Rams’ first-round decide had a 33% go rush win fee at edge within the season opener, which was tied for sixth finest in Week 1 by means of Sunday evening, in keeping with NFL Subsequent Gen Stats. Verse’s play is very key for a workforce making an attempt to interchange Aaron Donald’s manufacturing after the long run Corridor of Famer retired throughout the offseason. — Sarah Barshop

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Preseason rating: 16

Finest newcomer efficiency: DB DeShon Elliott

Elliott, one among a number of offseason defensive acquisitions who made a splash Sunday, received the primary interception of the sport and had two passes defended. The decide got here within the first quarter as Falcons QB Kirk Cousins threw a ball over the center to WR Drake London. Elliott dove in entrance of London and snagged the go. It was such a well-timed, anticipatory play that fellow newcomer Donte Jackson began celebrating the interception earlier than Elliott even had the ball. The Steelers’ depth within the secondary remains to be skinny, however Elliott made the game-changing performs wanted to help a creating offense. — Brooke Pryor

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Preseason rating: 10

Finest newcomer efficiency: S Xavier McKinney

There have been loads of miscues from the protection in new coordinator Jeff Hafley’s debut, however he received what he needed from the protection place: extra splash performs, due to McKinney. The $68 million free agent acquisition picked off Eagles QB Jalen Hurts within the first quarter of Friday’s loss in Brazil. The Packers had solely seven interceptions final season, however they received two (Jaire Alexander had the opposite) and in addition recovered a fumble in Week 1. — Rob Demovsky

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Preseason rating: 21

Finest newcomer efficiency: OC Liam Coen

The Bucs put up 37 factors in Coen’s Bucs debut — second most within the NFL. Granted, it was towards a poor Commanders’ protection, however QB Baker Mayfield threw for 4 touchdowns and accomplished 80% of his passes. Tampa Bay punted solely as soon as, and final season’s league-worst speeding assault confirmed indicators of life, averaging 3.7 yards per rush. — Jenna Laine

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Preseason rating: 9

Finest newcomer efficiency: RB Zack Moss

There weren’t a ton of newcomers to select from in one of many extra befuddling Bengals losses in current reminiscence. However Moss, a veteran who signed in free agency to interchange Joe Mixon, scored the workforce’s solely landing. He had 9 carries for 44 yards and a rating that saved Cincinnati in placing distance all through the second half. OC Dan Pitcher known as Moss an all-around again, and his utilization advised that was the case. He performed 65% of the workforce’s offense snaps and can proceed in a key position for a unit that should enhance going ahead. — Ben Child

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Preseason rating: 15

Finest newcomer efficiency: QB Tyrod Taylor

What does it say concerning the Jets that their backup quarterback was the highest newcomer in Week 1? With the sport out of attain, Taylor changed Aaron Rodgers and led a 12-play, 70-yard landing drive, hitting Allen Lazard on a 3-yard landing go. Different key newcomers, specifically WR Mike Williams, OT Tyron Smith and OT Morgan Moses, did not distinguish themselves. — Wealthy Cimini

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Preseason rating: 14

Finest newcomer efficiency: WR Brian Thomas Jr.

The rookie had 4 catches for 47 yards and a landing in his NFL debut, and it was the TD catch that created probably the most buzz. He ran a crossing route, received behind Miami’s safeties and caught the 14-yard throw from QB Trevor Lawrence with each toes inbounds alongside the tip line. He additionally arrange the Jaguars’ first landing, a 1-yard run by Travis Etienne Jr., by drawing a 40-yard go interference penalty from CB Jalen Ramsey. — Michael DiRocco

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Preseason rating: 20

Finest newcomer efficiency: RB J.K. Dobbins

Dobbins, who signed a one-year deal with Los Angeles this offseason, broke free for 2 lengthy runs (41 and 61 yards) that turned the sport round for the Chargers’ stalling offense. He completed with 135 yards and one landing, probably the most yards by a Chargers RB in a season opener. Dobbins in all probability would have had extra yards, however he was caught from behind and tackled by Raiders defenders on each huge positive factors. Dobbins was disillusioned about that postgame, saying he wanted to get in form. — Kris Rhim

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Preseason rating: 17

Finest newcomer efficiency: S Jonathan Owens

The veteran security returned a blocked punt 21 yards for a landing — the primary of his seven-year profession. Owens’ rating was the spark the Bears desperately wanted (they have been down 17-3 within the third quarter on the time) and it ignited a 21-point scoring stretch for Chicago on a day its offense failed to attain a landing. Owens signed with the Bears within the offseason as a backup security whose particular groups dependability was a significant draw. — Courtney Cronin

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Preseason rating: 22

Finest newcomer efficiency: HC Mike Macdonald

The Seahawks received Macdonald a win in his head-coaching debut, and it was the protection that led the best way. Macdonald and new DC Aden Durde had a sound sport plan towards Bo Nix, appropriately anticipating the rookie quarterback would favor beneath throws. The Seahawks have been prepared for Denver’s brief passing sport and made Nix pay when he tried to push the ball downfield, intercepting two of his deeper throws. They held the Broncos’ offense to 231 yards and 16 factors, gave up solely 3.2 yards per carry to Denver’s operating backs and compelled three turnovers. — Brady Henderson

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Preseason rating: 18

Finest newcomer efficiency: WR Adonai Mitchell

The Colts’ minimal roster turnover this season yielded few selections right here, however rookie Mitchell demonstrated his skill regardless of catching just one go for 2 yards. Two overthrows on deep balls from QB Anthony Richardson have been disappointing as a result of Mitchell had simply crushed his defender. On one, Mitchell’s route was so good that Houston CB Kamari Lassiter had no selection however to seize Mitchell as he ran previous him, drawing an unlawful contact penalty. Search for Mitchell to have an effect within the coming weeks. — Stephen Holder

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Preseason rating: 12

Finest newcomer efficiency: WR Jerry Jeudy

There have been few positives in a disappointing debut for the Browns’ revamped offense. However Jeudy, whom Cleveland traded for in the offseason, caught a landing go. Jeudy completed with three receptions for 25 yards and was the second-most focused receiver Sunday, behind solely fellow wideout Amari Cooper. There have been different alternatives for QB Deshaun Watson to attach with Jeudy, and it is one of many many issues the Browns will attempt to repair in Week 2. — Daniel Oyefusi

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Preseason rating: 23

Finest newcomer efficiency: QB Sam Darnold

Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell gave out 5 sport balls after Sunday’s 28-6 victory over the New York Giants, and 4 of them went to newcomers. However none have been extra impactful than Darnold, who accomplished 15 of his first 17 passes. His 80.3 QBR was the most effective single-game marks of his profession, as was his completion proportion above expectation (CPOE) of 12.7%. No go carried extra future implications than the 44-yard rainbow he dropped into WR Justin Jefferson‘s fingers towards double protection, a throw Jefferson urged him to make all through the offseason and one that means Darnold has developed a excessive degree of belief within the Vikings’ finest participant. — Kevin Seifert

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Preseason rating: 25

Finest newcomer efficiency: S Will Harris

Harris, a free agent signing, set the tone instantly by choosing off Panthers QB Bryce Young on his first go try. That led to a banner day for the group: The Saints’ protection held Carolina to solely 10 factors, and had 5 QB hits and 4 sacks. Harris concluded Sunday with two tackles and one go defended. “Will has had a terrific spring. He is a wise participant. He is a participant that may actually play 4 or 5 positions,” security Tyrann Mathieu stated. — Katherine Terrell

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Preseason rating: 30

Finest newcomer efficiency: HC Jerod Mayo

The primary-year head coach had his workforce able to play in Cincinnati after operating what nine-year veteran QB Jacoby Brissett stated was some of the difficult coaching camps he has skilled. Mayo famous that conditioning and controlling the road of scrimmage could be deciding components in Week 1, and the gamers responded with a efficiency that included 39 speeding makes an attempt, two pressured fumbles and one fourth-down cease. Mayo obtained a Gatorade tub on the sideline courtesy of veteran DTs Davon Godchaux and Daniel Ekuale after which obtained a sport ball from proprietor Robert Kraft within the locker room. — Mike Reiss

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Preseason rating: 19

Finest newcomer efficiency: Edge Matthew Judon

Judon was a vibrant spot for a workforce whose protection performed surprisingly higher than its offense towards the Steelers. Judon had half a sack, two quarterback pressures and 5 tackles. That is not dangerous for somebody who has been practising with the Falcons for only three weeks, to not point out a participant coming back from a torn bicep damage that ended his 2023 season. Atlanta hasn’t had a double-digit sack chief since Vic Beasley in 2016. Perhaps Judon would be the Falcons’ savior in that division. — Marc Raimondi

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Preseason rating: 29

Finest newcomer efficiency: RB DeeJay Dallas

Dallas made NFL history along with his 96-yard kickoff return for a landing within the fourth quarter of Arizona’s loss to the Payments. It was the NFL’s first landing return within the new dynamic kickoff format. Dallas, who signed with Arizona this offseason as a free agent, had three returns for 123 yards and a landing. — Josh Weinfuss

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Preseason rating: 24

Finest newcomer efficiency: DL T’Vondre Sweat

Sweat did not publish any stats within the field rating, however the huge rookie had an affect. “[He] actually confirmed up for us each within the run and the go sport,” Titans coach Brian Callahan stated. “He is been rising I believe ever since he is gotten right here.” Any issues about Sweat’s conditioning could be put to mattress, as he performed 67% of Tennessee’s defensive snaps. — Turron Davenport

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Preseason rating: 27

Finest newcomer efficiency: TE Brock Bowers

The No. 13 general draft decide had a stable efficiency within the Raiders’ loss to the Chargers. Although Bowers didn’t begin, he led Las Vegas in targets (eight) and catches (six) for 58 receiving yards. Bowers, who sat out observe the ultimate two weeks of the preseason nursing a foot damage, additionally performed 68% of snaps on offense. His numbers are certain to go up because the Raiders discover their footing going ahead. — Paul Gutierrez

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Preseason rating: 28

Finest newcomer efficiency: QB Jayden Daniels

Make no mistake, there have been a few throws by Daniels that would have made for chunk performs, and he opted to both run or go elsewhere. Expertise will lead to these throws finally being made. However Daniels confirmed he can damage groups whereas creating due to his legs; he ran for 88 yards on 16 carries and threw for 184 yards. As he will get extra snug going through NFL defenses, extra huge performs along with his arm will observe. — John Keim

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Preseason rating: 30

Finest newcomer efficiency: S Brandon Jones

Although the Broncos’ run protection pale down the stretch within the loss to the Seahawks, Jones was lively with six tackles. He’s half of a brand new security duo together with P.J. Locke, changing final season’s veteran pairing of Kareem Jackson and Justin Simmons. As their largest signing in free company this offseason, the Broncos are giving Jones what he says is the largest alternative of his profession. He’ll fill a extra versatile position than he did in 4 seasons with the Dolphins, and the Broncos will want Jones to play at or close to his peak typically. — Jeff Legwold

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Preseason rating: 26

Finest newcomer efficiency: CB Dru Phillips

There weren’t numerous selections contemplating the best way Week 1 performed out for the Giants, however Phillips was one of many few vibrant spots. The third-round decide had 4 tackles, one for a loss, and a pressured fumble enjoying out of the slot in his first profession sport. He produced that in solely 15 defensive snaps. The bodily nature the Giants appreciated from him popping out of Kentucky instantly confirmed. — Jordan Raanan

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Preseason rating: 32

Finest newcomer efficiency: WR Xavier Legette

If there was a small vibrant spot in an embarrassing 47-10 loss at New Orleans, it was first-round decide Legette. After a coaching camp during which he was at finest the No. 4 broad receiver, Legette had a team-leading 4 receptions. They have been for under 35 yards, however the Panthers had 161 complete yards passing. It is encouraging that Legette was getting open for QB Bryce Younger. — David Newton