NFL team grades for September includes only one 'A' - and a lone 'F'

A season-review exercise with limited data gives early grades for all 32 NFL teams after the first three weeks of the 2026 regular season, with only one team earning an “A” and another a lone “F.” The write-up starts with the San Francisco 49ers, praising a strong start after beating the Rams in Australia and continuing against overmatched opponents. It cites league-leading EPA per play (+0.33) and Brock Purdy’s efficiency, including a 133.1 passer rating and +0.63 EPA per dropback. Defensively, the 49ers have allowed just four total plays of 20+ yards despite injury pressure. The section then assigns an A- to the Buffalo Bills, discussing changes under Joe Brady and defensive improvement, though the offense showed five turnovers against the Chargers.