Everything you need to know for NFL Week 2: 15 games on deck, 15 previews from our reporters and experts
Sat, 19 Sep 2026 04:47:31 ESTMinnesota vs. Chicago? Trevor Lawrence vs. Bo Nix? There are more games left in Week 2, and we have picks, predictions, key stats, watchability ratings and more.
Week 2 insider notebook: Latest buzz on QB1 uncertainty, plus more
Sat, 19 Sep 2026 04:47:30 ESTWhat are we hearing on the Rams and Chargers after bad losses? And which Week 1 debuts stood out?
Rams' Donald plans to play; Nacua sits practice
Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:49:34 ESTRams DT Aaron Donald said Friday "the plan" is to play Monday night against the Giants, while WR Puka Nacua did not practice on Friday with a hip issue.
Vikings to start Wentz with Murray on the mend
Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:49:34 ESTCarson Wentz will be the Vikings' starting quarterback Sunday against the Bears while Kyler Murray continues to work his way back after suffering a concussion in the season opener.
Ravens' Flowers doubtful to play vs. Saints; Madubuike out
Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:49:34 ESTRavens receiver Zay Flowers is doubtful for Sunday's game vs. the Saints after he aggravated a left hamstring injury and missed the majority of practices this week.
Texans WR Collins (hamstring) out vs. Bengals
Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:49:34 ESTThe Texans have ruled star wide receiver Nico Collins out for Sunday's matchup against the Bengals due to a hamstring injury.
Bills benefit from long week following Oliver, Moore injuries
Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:49:34 ESTA long week will give more time for Bills defensive lineman Ed Oliver (hip) and wide receiver DJ Moore (shoulder) to get healthy following Thursday's injuries.
TE Bowers returns to practice but unlikely to play vs. Chargers
Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:49:34 ESTBrock Bowers is doubtful to play against the Chargers, though the Raiders will see how the tight end feels pregame before making a final decision.
Burrow good to go, Stewart to debut for Bengals
Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:49:34 ESTBengals QB Joe Burrow (back) was a full participant at Friday's practice and is set to start in Sunday's road affair against the Texans.
35 more women believe they were victims of 49ers fraudster, FBI says
Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:49:34 ESTThe FBI has identified 35 additional women who say they were defrauded by Daejon Love and Taylor Chan, bringing the total number of alleged victims in a case that included Love impersonating as a 49ers player to more than 60.
📈 Power Rankings: Stacking every team through one week of games
Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:49:34 ESTHow do all 32 NFL teams stack up ahead of Week 2? Plus, we picked out the top newcomers from each roster.
Will 2026 be a career-defining season for Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell?
Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:14:35 ESTO'Connell has had tremendous regular-season success, but is this the season it extends into the playoffs?
Joey Porter Jr.'s future in Pittsburgh? 'Don't know if he ever puts on a Steelers uniform again'
Fri, 18 Sep 2026 08:53:21 ESTThe future of Pittsburgh's No. 1 cornerback with the team he grew up around remains unclear. Here's what we know.
Titans remain patient with Cam Ward despite 'rough' opener
Fri, 18 Sep 2026 08:53:21 ESTTennessee didn't score a touchdown until its last drive in coach Robert Saleh's debut.
I caught a TD pass from Dak: 9 stories as Prescott nears Romo's Cowboys record
Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:07:03 ESTDak Prescott needs four TDs to pass Tony Romo in the record book, so we sought the best moments from those who are helping him make history.
NFL Week 2 best bets for Sunday afternoon's games
Fri, 18 Sep 2026 12:30:44 ESTOur experts dive into the odds and player props for Week 2 and offer their betting tips and favorite plays.
Top predicted anytime TD scorers for Week 2
Fri, 18 Sep 2026 12:30:44 ESTMike Clay reveals his top predicted Week 2 TD scorers, including Jonathan Taylor, Christian McCaffrey and more.
Bucs QB Baker Mayfield dons Michigan tank as Todd Bowles trolls on
Wed, 16 Sep 2026 19:48:04 ESTThe Oklahoma Sooners, who Mayfield played for in college, were stunned by Michigan during Week 2.
From plane beds to 'like Spirit': Inside vast disparity of NFL team travel
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:24:50 ESTESPN spoke with several players and team executives about team travel and the feedback that serves as the basis for the latest NFLPA survey grades.
Don't be surprised if ... Malik Willis is a top-10 fantasy QB this season
Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:34:42 ESTEric Karabell provides a list of what to watch for in fantasy football, so don't be surprised if any of these come true.
Inactives watch: Collins ruled out, Flowers Doubtful, Burrow Questionable
Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:34:42 ESTUpdated inactives and analysis based on the latest reports and official announcements leading up to kickoff.
NFL playoff picture: Updated projections, chances to make the postseason
Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:14:16 ESTWe're looking ahead to how the 14-team playoff picture could line up -- and who will win divisions -- en route to the Super Bowl.
Projecting the 2027 draft order: Which teams could have an early pick?
Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:14:16 ESTESPN's Football Power Index projects the 2027 NFL draft order for Round 1, complete with each team's chances to pick in the top five, in the top 10 and at No. 1.
NFL win rate metrics leaderboard: Ranking the best in pass rushing, run stopping and blocking
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:49:59 ESTOur win rate metrics stack the NFL's top teams and players in run blocking, run stopping, pass protection and pass rushing.