Week 3 of the NFL season delivered plenty of drama, with special teams and last-second field goals deciding multiple games. But this week's Power Rankings take a deeper look at the defensive side of the ball, highlighting the biggest issue on defense for the league's top teams.

In a win for "street-style" football, Ousmane Dembélé has won the Ballon d'Or, beating out 18-year-old sensation Lamine Yamal and Vitinha. Dembélé led PSG to a historic treble, including a Champions League title, while Yamal became the youngest to ever reach the podium. Their victory is a testament to the enduring appeal of audacious, creative players in an era of systems-focused football.

The San Francisco 49ers are playing it safe with quarterback Brock Purdy, who has been ruled "highly unlikely" to start in Sunday's game against the Arizona Cardinals. The reigning Offensive Rookie of the Year is dealing with toe and shoulder injuries, paving the way for Mac Jones to get the start. This move underscores the team's long-term strategy of protecting their franchise quarterback for a deep postseason run.