Week 2 Sunday Results

Week 2 Sunday Look Back

Week 1 of the NFL season is always topsy-turvy. We saw the Ravens flex their defensive prowess, Chad Pennington serve notice that he's healthy, the Saints begin the Reggie Bush era with a win and the Cowboys lose their opener despite a productive T.O. What will happen in Week 2? Well, before we get that far, there's the matter of naming our BetUS Top 12 NFL Teams for the week. We plan on doing this every week so enjoy! And remember- if you have a problem with any of the rankings, you can always email us and we will publish your thoughts.

Week 2 Sunday in the NFL was intense. We had a few of overtime games, a couple of surprise results and the emergence of a couple of powerhouse teams. Without further ado, here's a quick look at each result from Sunday.

Week 2 Result - Buffalo 16 Miami 6

Here's a case of the Bills defense being a lot better than people think and the Miami offense being way overrated than people initially thought. Daunte Culpepper clearly is not 100% and has not fully grasped the system he is in as of yet. Meanwhile, this scrappy Buffalo team will scratch and claw each and every week.

Week 2 Result - Minnesota 16 Carolina 13 (OT)

This is a game the Panthers should have won easily. That lateral attempt on a punt return in the fourth quarter was one of the dumbest moves I have ever seen in a professional football game. We loved the Panthers for this game and we were robbed. Steve Smith didn't play again and it mattered. Chester Taylor finally broke through but we are not sold just yet.

Week 2 Result - Cincinnati 34 Cleveland 17

It looks as if the Browns will take a giant step back in 2006. Their defense looks awful, their offense is inconsistent and they play in the toughest division in football. Conversely, the Bengals brought their A game on offense and Rudy Johnson proved why he is the most underrated runningback in the NFL.

Week 2 Result - Chicago 34 Detroit 7

If there was ever a lock it was this game. You just knew that Roy Williams' stupid guarantee would anger his opponents. Hasn't he ever heard the expression "Don't poke the Bear!"

Week 2 Result - Indianapolis 43 Houston 24

Peyton Manning will perform with or without a running game and the rest of the league now knows this. Rookie Joseph Addai was better in Week 2, but Manning didn't waste time trying to establish the run. As for the Texans? Well, the phrase "growing pains" comes to mind.

Week 2 Result - New Orleans 34 Green Bay 27

Despite a sluggish start and the absence of a good ground game Sunday, Drew Brees and the Saints got the job done. While their defense is still suspect, expect them to stay in games throughout the season. Brett Favre put up massive passing yards, but his accuracy was a little wonky. As well, unless the Packers secondary gets better, it's going to get uglier.

Week 2 Result - NY Giants 30 Philadelphia 24 (OT)

I already can't wait for the rematch! These two teams are good, very good. I expect both to contend all season long. As for the Eagles blowing a big lead late? I'd be more worried about losing Kearse for the season. This was the turning point for Eli Manning's career.

Week 2 Result - Baltimore 28 Oakland 6

The Ravens have yet to hit their stride offensively and that's a scary thought! Jamal Lewis and Steve McNair can be better. Let's not forget who the Ravens have faced so far either. It's also scary watching the Raiders play football. Their offensive line is weaker than Superman with crytonite underwear.

Week 2 Result - Atlanta 14 Tampa Bay 3

I can't decide whether or not this was a case of the Bucs being terrible on the o-line or the Falcons being that good up front on defense. It's probably a little from column A and B. The Falcons are letting Vick be Vick and the Bucs need Cadillac to be Cadillac.

Week 2 Result - Seattle 21 Arizona 10

Alexander doesn't rush for 100 yards, Hasselbeck throws two interceptions and the Seahawks win by 11! Now that's a team to fear! Arizona has a long to go on offense and Edgerrin James has been pretty underwhelming thus far.

Week 2 Result - San Francisco 20 St. Louis 13

It was a feel good story to see Alex Smith get a win at home and display good decision-making abilities. The 49ers also look like they have a gem in Frank Gore. As for the Rams? They have a long way to go in the passing game if they want to make a run at a playoff spot. Marc Bulger has got to be better.

Week 2 Result - Denver 9 Kansas City 6 (OT)

The Broncos defense didn't allow a touchdown for the second straight game. Now, if they can only get their passing game in order... Will Jake Plummer last the season? Not at this rate. As for the Chiefs, they have to be proud of their effort in Denver. If they can keep their defense playing at this level, get Trent Green back after the bye week and take care of business against San Francisco and Arizona next, they can certainly salvage the season.

Week 2 Result - New England 24 Ny Jets 17

Tom Brady is in need of some wide receiver help, this much is evident after a couple of weeks. The Pats are 2-0, but looking quite beatable. Had the Jets showed up earlier than midway in the third quarter, perhaps we'd be toasting a different 2-0 AFC East team. Make it back-to-back 300-yard games for Chad Pennington, who knew?

Week 2 Result - San Diego 40 Tennessee 7

The good news is that Vince Young did not throw an interception in Week 2. The bad news is that Kerry Collins threw two! The Chargers are good, but how good? They've played two of the worst five teams in the NFL thus far. However, we loved what we saw from Philip Rivers and Michael Turner.

Week 2 Result - Dallas 27 Washington 10

Terrell Owens didn't make an impact, but it didn't matter. Mark Brunell has got to be the worst starting quarterback in the NFL. He was so bad I was harkening for the days of Heath Shuler. Julius Jones was ok, but we'd like to see him bust a few more long runs.

Posted on 9/18/2006 6:34:50 PM
Week 2 Sunday Look Back
by Matthew Ross

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