Concerns Rise for NFL Teams After 0-1 Starts

As the 2026 NFL season begins, several teams are grappling with the implications of their 0-1 starts. Among them, the Dallas Cowboys experienced a disappointing loss to the New York Giants, with a final score of 28-20, marking a poor defensive performance despite offseason investments aimed at improvement.

The Denver Broncos also faced a historic setback, losing 31-10 to the Kansas City Chiefs, becoming the first team to lose a season opener by over 20 points after a previous season of 14 or more wins. Quarterback Bo Nix struggled significantly, raising questions about the team's offensive strategy under new play-caller Davis Webb.

Other teams, like the Green Bay Packers and Indianapolis Colts, also showed concerning signs. The Packers suffered a 39-22 defeat to the Minnesota Vikings, with quarterback Jordan Love posting the lowest completion percentage of Week 1. Meanwhile, the Colts fell 41-23 to the Baltimore Ravens, extending their losing streak to eight games, as quarterback Daniel Jones struggled to regain form.