NFL Power Rankings: pre-Week 2 Edition

NFC North. 0-1. Detroit Lions. 9. player. 50. <p>Welcome to the NFL, Ameer Abdullah. The rookie out of Nebraska scampered 24 yards for a touchdown on his first pro carry. The Lions would be wise to use him early and often next week against the Vikings as they aim to even their record at 1-1. Speaking of getting players involved, the Lions aren’t going to flirt with January if Calvin Johnson doesn’t get the ball enough. He had just two receptions for 39 yards against the Chargers.</p> <p>On a brighter note, safety Glover Quin picked up right where he left off in 2014, returning an interception for his first career touchdown (he led the NFL with seven picks last year).</p>