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Updated NFL standings, Week 2: Ravens, Chiefs off to hot starts

By Jon Dove

Cleveland Browns head coach Hue Jackson is seen on the sidelines during the second half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions in Detroit, Michigan USA, on Thursday, August 30, 2018. (Photo by Jorge Lemus/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
Cleveland Browns head coach Hue Jackson is seen on the sidelines during the second half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions in Detroit, Michigan USA, on Thursday, August 30, 2018. (Photo by Jorge Lemus/NurPhoto via Getty Images) /
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BALTIMORE, MD – SEPTEMBER 09: Quarterback Joe Flacco #5 of the Baltimore Ravens throws a pass against the Buffalo Bills at M&T Bank Stadium on September 9, 2018 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)
BALTIMORE, MD – SEPTEMBER 09: Quarterback Joe Flacco #5 of the Baltimore Ravens throws a pass against the Buffalo Bills at M&T Bank Stadium on September 9, 2018 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) /

Winner: Baltimore Ravens

The Ravens completely dominated the Buffalo Bills. Their impressive performance comes off what was a strong preseason. Joe Flacco and the offense seem to be clicking showing some big-play ability.

Baltimore made several strong signings during the offseason which are already paying off. Michael Crabtree is helping move the chains, John Brown is stretching the field and Willie Snead is doing a little bit of everything.

This trio of veteran receivers has a chance to do some real damage. The biggest key will be for them to remain healthy.

Alex Collins didn’t get going in this game and even lost some touches due to a fumble. It’ll be interesting to see if this was just game flow or a long-term situation.

Defensively, the Ravens are seeing several of their younger players emerge. The pass rush looked to be at mid-season form. Tavon Young is back healthy and showing some playmaking ability. His play will be important in the early going due to the suspension of Jimmy Smith.

The Ravens have to feel pretty good after seeing the Pittsburgh Steelers struggle against the Cleveland Browns. Pittsburgh has been at the top of the division for the past few years and could be the Ravens biggest challenger.