Jets, Baltimore Ravens … Philadelphia Eagles? What squad is the unhappiest after the first five weeks of the NFL season?

We’re past the 25% point of the NFL season, which indicates we have a good idea of the direction of the majority of squads. So let’s celebrate the teams whose good vibes have disappeared after the fifth week. Note that these might not be the lowest-ranked franchises in the league (the Tennessee Titans and Cleveland Browns, for example, are awful but are generally playing as projected) as much as the ones who have been greatest underachievers.

New York Jets: Winless at 0-5

The sole franchise without a victory in the league, the Jets epitomize football suffering. There have been devastating losses, starting with Chris Boswell hitting a 60-yard winning field goal for the Steelers in the first game. And there have been blowouts like Sunday’s 37-22 loss to the Cowboys, which was far more lopsided than the score suggests. The Jets’ alleged strong point, their D, became the initial winless squad with no forced turnovers in professional football annals. The Jets continue to hurt their own cause with flags, giveaways, subpar blocking, failed fourth-down attempts and uninspired coaching. Incredibly the Jets are declining each game. If that weren't sufficient this has been a recurring issue: their playoff-less streak of 14 years is the longest in the NFL. And with one of the worst owners in the league, it could continue for years.

Misery rating: 9/10 – How long is Aaron Glenn’s leash?

Baltimore Ravens (1-4)

Certainly, it’s simple to blame Baltimore’s loss to Houston on Sunday to Lamar Jackson being out. But 44-10 – the worst home loss in team history – is shameful and even a talent like Jackson isn’t going to tip the scales if his defense, which admittedly has been ravaged by injuries, is terrible. Making matters worse, the Ravens defense offered little resistance against the Texans. It was a field day for the Texans' passer, the Browns' star, and their teammates.

Still, Jackson should be back in the next few weeks, they play in a softer division and their upcoming slate is soft, so there's still a chance. But given how sloppy the Ravens have played with or without Jackson, the confidence level is running on fumes.

Misery rating: 6/10 - The Steelers probably won’t run away with the division.

Cincinnati Bengals (2-3)

This situation stems from a single play: Joe Burrow's catastrophic injury in Week 2. A trio of games without Burrow has led to three losses. It’s almost painful to watch two of the league’s best receivers, Cincinnati's WR1 and the other starting receiver, performing well with nothing to show for it. Chase caught two huge touchdowns and over 100 yards on Sunday in a 37-24 defeat to one of the league’s best teams, the Detroit. But Cincinnati’s O did the majority of their work once the outcome was decided. At the same time, Burrow’s backup, Jake Browning, while impressive in the fourth quarter against the Lions, has often been ineffective. His three turnovers on Sunday doomed the Bengals.

No franchise in football depends so much on the well-being of a single athlete like the Bengals do with Burrow. Optimistic fans will highlight the fact that they will be a postseason threat when Burrow returns next year, if he can avoid injury. But just five games into the present year, the schedule looks all but over for Cincinnati.

Suffering Score: 6/10 – Bengals supporters are again pondering what might have been.

Las Vegas Raiders: Stumbling at 1-4

Free Maxx Crosby, who is still a rare positive in a unusual time of Las Vegas struggles. Sunday’s 40-6 rout to the Indianapolis Colts was more proof of the ill-fated union of the signal-caller and the sideline leader in the Las Vegas. Smith has been a turnover machine, ranking first this season with nine picks. His two picks in Week 5 produced Indianapolis touchdowns. We’re not sure what the alternative is, but the primary strategy – being all in on Smith – is a very painful watch.

Despair Index: 7/10 – Chip Kelly's offense requires immediate changes.

Surprise Entry! Philadelphia Eagles (4-1)

Indeed, they’re the current title holders. And of course, they have only been defeated twice in 22 games. But amid the wideout and the other receiver being disgruntled with their situations, supporter grievances about their underperforming O and the local doubt about head coach Nick Sirianni, you’d think the Eagles were winless. Yes, Sunday’s meltdown was concerning: the Eagles blew a two-score advantage to Denver in the final period thanks to several infractions, an O that disappeared, and a Vic Fangio defense that was beaten and outthought by Sean Payton. Stranger events have occurred. Nevertheless, they were on the subject to debated officiating and are equal with the best record in their league. Why the long faces?

Suffering Score: 3/10 - The atmosphere might be negative but Philadelphia will make the playoffs.

Mention-Worthy: Arizona Cardinals (2-3)

The Cardinals are mediocre rather than miserable, but their shameful 22-21 setback to the until-then winless Titans was poorly played. A goalline fumble from the running back, who assumed he had scored early, followed by a botched interception that led to a Titans touchdown sank the Cardinals. You couldn’t concoct this defeat if you attempted. Given that this, and their earlier setbacks, were on game-winning field goals, there isn't much happiness in Cardinals territory these days. “I'm at a loss for words,” the quarterback said after the game. “I'm confused. I'm completely baffled. That’s ‘How to Lose a Game 101.’ I don’t know. It was insane.”

Despair Index: 3/10 – Is Murray the long-term answer?