It was a standout week for defenses in Week 3 of the 2022 NFL season. The defenses of the Cincinnati Bengals, the Carolina Panthers and other teams put up commendable displays in their respective matches. The week also saw inspiring performances by the likes of the Cleveland Browns, the Jacksonville Jaguars and others.
Defenses of different teams had an insightful week as the Bengals to the Packers, all displayed impressive performances. Let’s take a look at the best defenses from Week 3.
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Philadelphia Eagles
The Eagles registered an impressive 24-8 win over the Washington Commanders on Sunday. They allowed 6 points, registered 9 sacks and made 1 fumble recovery in the game.
Cincinnati Bengals
The Bengals registered a 27-12 victory over the New York Jets in Week 3. They allowed 12 points, recorded 4 sacks and 2 fumble recoveries in the game.
Carolina Panthers
The Panthers handed the New Orleans Saints their second consecutive defeat in the 2022 NFL season as they beat them 22-14 on Sunday. They allowed 14 points and registered 1 sack, 2 interceptions, 1 fumble recovery and 1 touchdown in the game.
Baltimore Ravens
The Baltimore Ravens had a memorable game as their starting quarterback Lamar Jackson registered 5 touchdowns in one game, helping his side to beat the New York Patriots 37-26. They allowed 26 points and recorded 3 sacks, 3 interceptions and recovered 1 fumble.
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Green Bay Packers
The Packers extended their winning run to two games as they registered a closely contested 14-12 win over a depleted Tampa Bay Buccaneers. They allowed 12 points and registered 3 sacks and 2 fumble recoveries.
Cleveland Browns
The Cleveland Browns returned to winning ways with a 29-17 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers in Thursday night football. They allowed 17 points and registered 1 sack, 1 fumble recovery and 1 touchdown.
Houston Texans
The Texans were beaten 20-23 by the Chicago Bears on Sunday. They allowed 23 points and recorded 5 sacks and 2 interceptions in the game.
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Jacksonville Jaguars
The Jaguars registered a commanding 38-10 win over the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday. They allowed 10 points and recorded 1 sack, 1 interception and recovered 1 fumble.
Kansas City Chiefs
The Chiefs were beaten 17-20 against the Indianapolis Colts in Week 3, which also put an end to their winning streak this season. They allowed 20 points and registered 5 sacks and 1 fumble recovery in the game.
