Which NFL Team Is in Better Position to Bounce Back from a 0-2 Start?

The first two Sundays of the National Football League have been quite interesting. Tom Brady is done for the season as the Patriots went for a 2-0 start with Matt Cassell leading them. Another remarkable story is the Aaron Rodgers' impressive debut. Rodgers has looked outstanding during the first two games, answering the doubts coming into the season and guiding the Packers to a pretty fast start.

At the top of the table these are two of the most interesting stories, nevertheless, we also have to take a look at the bottom. Ten teams are winless at this point. In many cases, it’s a predictable situation. For example, the Miami Dolphins, the Kansas City Chiefs, the Detroit Lions or the Saint Louis Rams were expected to be winless after two games. On the other hand, teams such as the San Diego Chargers, the Cleveland Browns and the Jacksonville Jaguars have unexpected lost their first two.

It’s too early in the season; however, it’s already a tough situation for these teams.

Can they rebound?

Which team is in best position?

1. San Diego Chargers (Lost to Panthers 26-24; lost at Broncos 39-38)

The Chargers know about slow starts under Norv Turner. They lost three out of their first four games of the 2007 season. Then, they were able to rebound, clinch the AFC West and advance to the AFC Championship game. This year, and after Tom Brady’s injury, the Chargers are unanimously considered the favourite team of the AFC. They have to take a step forward and reach to the next level.

However, they have had a disgusting start. The Chargers lost to the Carolina Panthers in the first week and at Denver Broncos in the second one. Both defeats came in the last second. In the first game, the Panthers overcome the game as the time expired, as the Broncos changed the game direction with a two-point conversion after a controversial call.

In my opinion, and despite of Shawn Merriman season ending injury, they are in the best position to bounce back. They have to play solid football during sixty minutes and improve their aggressiveness. The Chargers are playing smart ofense, nevertheless they are struggling on defense. They have the weapons and they know how to get the job done, so I’m sure that they are going to rebound from this slow start.

Upcoming schedule: Vs. New York Jets, @ Oakland Raiders and @ Miami Dolphins.

2. Minnesota Vikings (Lost at Packers 24-19; lost to Colts 18-15)

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