Patriots Power Rankings Roundup: Week Three

The New England Patriots are winless no more.

After an impressive 25-6 win over the New York Jets, the Patriots moved into a three-way tie atop the AFC East with the Miami Dolphins and Buffalo Bills. It was also the first victory for rookie quarterback Mac Jones who had another solid, turnover-free game on Sunday.

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So, how does the Patriots’ victory over the hapless Jets impact the team’s rank among the web’s various Power Rankings? Let’s take a look.

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#13 (prev: 13) – Pro Football Talk

Via PFT: “Bill Belichick makes more people see ghosts than Oda Mae Brown.”

#15 (prev: 15) – NFL.com

Via NFL.com: “While Wilson imploded, Mac Jones delivered another steady effort that should have the Patriots feeling extremely optimistic about their rookie passer. “

#15 (prev: 15) – The Ringer

#19 (prev: 20) – CBS Sports

Via CBSSports.com: “The defense toyed with Jets rookie quarterback Zack Wilson, which isn’t a surprise. The offense was just OK, but it was good enough with the defense so dominant.”

#11 (prev: 13) – The Washington Post

Via WashingtonPost.com: “QB Mac Jones prevailed convincingly in his rookie duel with Zach Wilson, and the Patriots bounced back from a season-opening loss to the Dolphins with a decisive victory over the Jets.”

#19 (prev: 16) – Sports Illustrated

Via SI.com: “After seeing the defense manhandle the Jets, it’ll be fun to see Bill Belichick scheme up against Sean Payton.”

#20 (prev: 17) – USA Today

Via USAToday.com: “New England is playing stifling defense – among AFC teams, tied for fewest points allowed (23) and most takeaways (5) – and running the ball effectively to keep Jones in manageable situations, much as Bill Belichick did in 2001 when Brady became the starter.”