Expectations could not be higher for the New Orleans Saints this year. They’re a popular favorite to compete for Super Bowl LV, winning their second Lombardi Trophy in what may be their final year with Drew Brees at quarterback.
And that’s reflected in the latest NFL power rankings. The Saints trail just two other teams, and they both play in the AFC — the reigning-champ Kansas City Chiefs and the runner-up Baltimore Ravens. Nate Davis of USA TODAY Sports ranked New Orleans at No. 3 on his first power rankings of the 2020 regular season.
Let’s take a quick trip around the NFC to see where the Saints’ competition placed: the San Francisco 49ers are next-best at No.