# 3-0 NFL Teams: Super Bowl Contenders or Pretenders?

> Which 3-0 NFL teams could win Super Bowl or struggle to stay undefeated?
- Title: 3-0 NFL Teams: Super Bowl Contenders or Pretenders? | Shortify
- Summary: Which 3-0 NFL teams could win Super Bowl or struggle to stay undefeated? The Bills, Chiefs, Vikings, and 49ers are potential Super Bowl contenders with…
- Keywords: bills, chiefs, raiders, vikings, 49ers, nfl, super bowl, contenders, pretenders, mvp, defensive player of the year, quarterback
- Source: CBS Sports — https://cbssports.com/nfl/news/buying-selling-3-0-nfl-teams-super-bowl-contenders-pretenders
- Published: 2026-09-30T15:13:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: bills, chiefs, raiders, vikings, 49ers, nfl, super bowl, contenders, pretenders, mvp, defensive player of the year, quarterback
## Undefeated Teams Withering
Eight teams avoided first losses after two weeks, but only five remain after Week 3 as the Seahawks, Bengals, and Eagles suffered setbacks.
## Bills: Strong Start
The Bills beat a desperate Chargers team despite five turnovers, with Josh Allen and Greg Rousseau as early MVP and Defensive Player of the Year candidates.
## Bills' Defense Concerns
The Bills' defense has yet to play exceptionally well against top-tier offenses, with a key test against the Rams in Week 5.
## Raiders: Stigma and Challenges
The Raiders face a tough schedule with the Chiefs, Patriots, Bills, and Rams, needing to improve their rushing attack and red zone defense.
## Raiders' Historical Similarity
The Raiders' start under coach Klint Kubiak mirrors Bill Cowher's 1992 Steelers, both starting 3-0 without allowing fourth-quarter points.
## Chiefs: Bright Outlook
The Chiefs beat a struggling Dolphins team with Patrick Mahomes completing 83.3% of passes, improving their chances as a Super Bowl contender.
## Chiefs' Key Questions
The Chiefs lack depth at receiver and Kenneth Walker III's health is critical for their success this season.
## Vikings: Quarterback Struggles
The Vikings' offense ranks 32nd in passing and 31st in third-down efficiency, with Kyler Murray struggling to complete passes.
## Vikings' Defense Strength
The Vikings' defense is second in points allowed, fourth in rushing yards allowed, and first in third-down and red-zone efficiency.
## 49ers: Strong Performance
The 49ers lead the league in points scored and have Brock Purdy with nine touchdowns and a league-high 133.1 quarterback rating.
## 49ers' Injury Concerns
The 49ers have forced only two turnovers and faced opponents with a combined 2-7 record, raising questions about their consistency.
## Key takeaway

The Bills, Chiefs, Vikings, and 49ers are potential Super Bowl contenders with strong starts, while the Raiders face tough challenges to maintain their 3-0 record.