The New York Giants have found themselves in a familiar predicament, starting the season with an 0-2 record for the tenth time in the last thirteen seasons. Meanwhile, the New York Jets are experiencing a similar fate, recording an 0-2 start for the fifth time in the past nine seasons. Both teams are now looking for a glimmer of hope in what seems to be a challenging season ahead.
It's worth noting that it has been 18 years since the Giants began a season with two consecutive losses and still managed to make the playoffs. That remarkable season culminated in a memorable moment when Plaxico Burress caught the decisive touchdown that thwarted the New England Patriots' bid for a perfect season. In contrast, it has been 27 years since the Jets started a season 0-2 and reached the postseason, with that year ending just one victory shy of the Super Bowl, thanks to Aaron Glenn and Bill Parcells.
Despite the daunting statistics, there is still a flicker of hope for teams starting the season 0-2. Historically, only 12.2 percent of teams that began their season with two losses have managed to qualify for the playoffs since 1990. However, last season saw a shift in this narrative, as three teams—the Baltimore Ravens, Los Angeles Rams, and Denver Broncos—overcame their early setbacks to reach the postseason after dropping their first two games.
As we analyze the current landscape of the NFL, it’s essential to rank the nine teams that find themselves at 0-2, based on their potential to turn their season around. Each team’s performance and remaining schedule will play a crucial role in determining their chances of making a successful comeback.
Stay tuned as we dive deeper into the potential futures of these struggling teams and assess their prospects for the remainder of the season.
