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2016 NFL Power Rankings Week 2: Los Angeles Rams Edition

ByDan Parzych|
Aug 20, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Rams quarterback Case Keenum (17) throws the ball against the Kansas City Chiefs during the first inning at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 20, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Rams quarterback Case Keenum (17) throws the ball against the Kansas City Chiefs during the first inning at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports
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Sep 11, 2016; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Texans cornerback A.J. Bouye (21) and outside linebacker Whitney Mercilus (59) celebrate a sack during the second half against the Chicago Bears at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 11, 2016; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Texans cornerback A.J. Bouye (21) and outside linebacker Whitney Mercilus (59) celebrate a sack during the second half against the Chicago Bears at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports

6. Houston Texans (6)

It sounds bad, but the Houston Texans should consider themselves lucky for their close call against the Bears in the opener.

Expectations are high for the Texans this year after winning the AFC South one year ago thanks to a stellar defense. While the defense will be one of the deciding factors behind the team’s success, the real reason why expectations are higher is due to the upgrade at quarterback with Brock Osweiler.

The quarterback joined Houston in the offseason after winning the Super Bowl last year with the Denver Broncos, and even though he’s not the most experienced quarterback, he’s already shown plenty of potential when it comes to making this team one of the best in the AFC.

Sunday’s performance against Chicago may not have been the best one, but a positive takeaway would certainly be the performance of Lamar Miller–who rushed for 106 yards on 28 carries.

Next: 5. Seattle Seahawks

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