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2023 NFL Week 2 power rankings: Lions climb into the top 10 after knocking off Chiefs

The Detroit Lions entered the 2023 season ranked anywhere from seven to 15 in most of the initial national power rankings. But after walking into Kansas City and knocking off the Chiefs on the night they were hanging their Super Bowl banner, the Lions have turned some heads.

Let’s take a look at how the Lions' big win has altered the national writers’ NFL power rankings in Week 2.

Sporting News: 4 (Last week: 7)

From Vinnie Iyer:

“The Lions’ defensive additions, rookie and otherwise, have paid off, and Dan Campbell’s run-oriented offense is dangerous and deep to support Jared Goff behind a great line.