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NFL Week 2 power rankings: Lions’ defensive concerns remain despite win

The Detroit Lions began their 2026 campaign with a chaotic 31-30 overtime triumph over the New Orleans Saints at Ford Field on September 13. Detroit originally established a 21-point advantage, taking a 21-0 lead early in the contest, before New Orleans staged a dramatic comeback to push the matchup beyond regulation.

The Saints ultimately fell short following an unsuccessful two-point try, allowing Detroit to slip away with the victory.

Despite entering the Week 2 power rankings on a winning note, the Lions face lingering alarm regarding their secondary play after the near-collapse. Head coach Dan Campbell and quarterback Jared Goff both offered straightforward reactions regarding the untidy performance as Detroit prepares to travel to Buffalo for a Thursday night contest against the Bills.