The NFL's Perfect Start: Six Teams Hit 3-0 Mark with Colts' Historic Offense Leading the Way
As the NFL season hits its stride after Week 3, a remarkable story has unfolded — six teams remain undefeated, the most at this stage since 2020. This elite group includes the defending Super Bowl champions Philadelphia Eagles, along with the Buffalo Bills, Los Angeles Chargers, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, San Francisco 49ers, and the surprising Indianapolis Colts. Each team has showcased impressive tenacity and skill, but the Colts’ historic offensive surge has captured the league's attention like never before.
Colts Lead Historic Offensive Surge
The Indianapolis Colts have turned heads with a record-breaking start to their season. Making their first 3-0 start since 2009, the Colts have scored at least 28 points in every game, a feat rarely achieved for a team coming off a playoff miss. Amassing a franchise-record 103 points through three games, they have outpaced even Manning-era Colts squads.
The true star of this resurgence is quarterback Daniel Jones, who arrived in Indianapolis on a one-year deal after being released by the New York Giants. Jones has delivered an exceptional performance, boasting a 71.6 percent completion rate, 816 passing yards, three passing touchdowns, three rushing touchdowns, and zero interceptions. His passer rating of 111.7 ranks him third in the league. Such efficiency has helped the Colts punt only once all season, tying a 3-0 starting record held previously by the legendary Tom Brady-led 2007 New England Patriots.
Eagles Pull Off a Stunning Comeback
The defending champions, Philadelphia Eagles, had to fight tooth and nail for their 3-0 record. Against the Los Angeles Rams, they overturned a daunting 26-7 third-quarter deficit to secure a thrilling 33-26 victory. The game’s climax was nothing short of dramatic: Jordan Davis blocked a potentially game-winning field goal and returned it 61 yards for a touchdown with just three seconds left. The Eagles made NFL history by blocking two critical field goals in the fourth quarter, showcasing their resilience and poise under pressure.
Playoff Implications Shape Up Early
Historically, teams that start the NFL season 3-0 enjoy strong postseason prospects. Since the playoffs expanded in 2020, 15 of 17 teams with such starts have advanced to the playoffs. Even dating back to 1990, roughly 75 percent of teams beginning 3-0 have punched their ticket to the postseason. The Buffalo Bills look poised to secure another AFC East title thanks to a struggling division, while the Chargers have stamped their authority in the AFC West. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers, despite narrowly winning their opening games, have also surprised many with their early form.
Week 4 offers an intriguing showdown between two unbeaten teams when the Eagles face the Buccaneers at home, guaranteeing a high-stakes clash guaranteed to capture NFL fans' attention.
Conclusion
With six teams standing undefeated after three weeks, the NFL season is off to an electrifying start. The Indianapolis Colts, led by Daniel Jones, have written a new chapter in franchise history with their offensive prowess, while the Eagles have proven that champions never quit. Playoff implications are already taking shape, setting the stage for a compelling battle as the season progresses. Fans can look forward to plenty of thrilling moments ahead as ties are tested and legends begin to form.