Commanders Climb to No. 6 in Power Rankings After Solid Opening Win
The Washington Commanders have made a significant statement in the NFL power rankings following their Week 1 performance. With a decisive 21-6 victory over the New York Giants at Northwest Stadium, the team is riding high and secured the No. 6 spot in Bleacher Report’s latest rankings.
Revamped Offense Shines Bright
This season, the Commanders’ offense appears revitalized, thanks in large part to the arrivals of five-time Pro Bowl left tackle Laremy Tunsil, dynamic wide receiver Deebo Samuel, and rookie running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt. Moe Moton, a contributor for Bleacher Report, highlighted their impact, emphasizing that “the Washington Commanders offense looks refreshed.”
In the opener against the Giants, Samuel showcased his skills by catching seven passes for 77 yards, while also contributing to the score with a 19-yard rushing touchdown. Croskey-Merritt made his presence felt as well, racking up 82 rushing yards on 10 carries and adding another touchdown to the scoreboard. This impressive debut from the rookie suggests that quarterback Jayden Daniels may have a more balanced offensive support system this season, reducing the burden on him to carry the team’s scoring efforts.
Power Rankings Landscape
As the Commanders soar in the rankings, they trail only the Kansas City Chiefs, Green Bay Packers, Baltimore Ravens, Buffalo Bills, and Philadelphia Eagles. Notably, the Chiefs and Ravens faced setbacks in their opening games, with Kansas City falling to the Los Angeles Chargers in Brazil and Baltimore suffering a stunning loss to the Buffalo Bills after leading by 15 points late in the game.
Looking ahead, the Commanders’ schedule presents a critical opportunity for movement in the rankings. Both the Chiefs and Eagles are set to clash in Week 2, while Washington prepares to take on the Packers in a Thursday Night Football matchup. The quick turnaround for the Commanders means limited preparation time ahead of their showdown at Lambeau Field, where kickoff is slated for 8:15 p.m. ET. Fans can catch every moment live on Amazon Prime Video.
With the momentum from their Week 1 success, the Commanders appear poised to make a mark this season, fueled by their revamped offense and a roster filled with potential.
