NFL Week 2 insider notebook: Latest buzz on QB1 uncertainty, plus the Rams' and Chargers' rough starts
Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:47:54 ESTWhat's the latest for three teams dealing with QB injuries? What are we hearing on the Rams and Chargers after bad losses? And which Week 1 debuts stood out?
Bengals' Burrow has back tightness but expects to play vs. Texans
Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:05:57 ESTBengals quarterback Joe Burrow said Wednesday that he is dealing with back tightness but expects to play Sunday at the Houston Texans.
Seahawks' Darnold avoids IR but ruled out vs. Cardinals
Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:05:57 ESTThe Seahawks ruled out QB Sam Darnold for Sunday's game against the Cardinals due to the glute injury he suffered in Wednesday's season-opening win.
Saints' Moore optimistic Kamara back for Week 2
Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:05:57 ESTSaints coach Kellen Moore said he "feels good" about Alvin Kamara's chance of playing Sunday. The veteran RB was a full participant in Wednesday's practice.
Colts WR Allen charged with OWI, allegedly blew .224 on test
Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:05:57 ESTColts wide receiver Keenan Allen was formally charged with two misdemeanor drunken driving charges on Wednesday.
Vikings RB Mason placed on IR after having surgery on thumb
Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:05:57 ESTVikings running back Jordan Mason was placed on injured reserve Wednesday after undergoing surgery to repair a fractured thumb.
Emmitt Smith: Ravens' Henry has stamina to break my rushing record
Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:05:57 ESTEmmitt Smith acknowledged this week that Ravens running back Derrick Henry could surpass him as the league's rushing king.
Niners' Stribling to miss about 10 weeks; TE Tonges out for season
Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:05:57 EST49ers receiver De'Zhaun Stribling had surgery on his ankle and is expected to miss about 10 weeks, while tight end Jake Tonges has been ruled out for the season.
Falcons' Penix 'close' but still uncertain for Week 2
Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:05:57 ESTFalcons QB Michael Penix Jr. didn't rule out playing against the Panthers on Sunday but cautioned he needed to clear some benchmarks before deciding.
📈 Power Rankings: Stacking every team through one week of games
Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:05:57 ESTHow do all 32 NFL teams stack up ahead of Week 2? Plus, we picked out the top newcomers from each roster.
I caught a TD pass from Dak: 9 stories as Prescott nears Romo's Cowboys record
Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:02:56 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.
Why Ben Johnson's pithy 'No block, no rock' has taken hold of the Bears
Wed, 16 Sep 2026 07:50:56 ESTWhen even the 'little guys' are getting a hat on a hat, it's that much easier to post 59 points and 500 yards.
Another slow start for the Broncos? The early-season schedule doesn't get easier in Denver
Wed, 16 Sep 2026 07:50:56 ESTThe Broncos are 4-8 in September under Sean Payton after Monday's loss to the Chiefs. And they now face five 2025 playoff teams in a row.
Let's kick off NFL Week 2: Seven things Solak thinks -- including that Houston's offense could be decent
Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:50:49 ESTWill the Titans score any points against the Eagles? Can Ben Johnson solve Brian Flores' Vikings defense? Get ready for Week 2 with seven takes.
Let's size up four NFL offenses that erupted in Week 1
Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:50:49 ESTChicago, Baltimore, Buffalo and Jacksonville were among 10 teams that scored 30-plus points Sunday.
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.
Facts vs. Feelings: What eight notable Week 1 performances mean for Week 2
Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:23:14 ESTYou may have mixed feelings about these Week 1 performances, but let the facts guide you to wise Week 2 decisions.
Matchup rankings for Week 2: Prescott, McLaurin poised to rebound
Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:23:14 ESTThe most and least favorable matchups in the NFL for this week's games at the four key fantasy positions.
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.
'I'm willing to do whatever it takes': Inside the 274 days that rebuilt Patrick Mahomes
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 11:23:33 ESTOn Dec. 14, Mahomes, after suffering the most significant injury of his career, vowed to be back for Week 1. Here's how he did it.
The biggest questions from Week 1: Are the Giants legit? What happened to Dallas' new defense?
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 21:04:42 ESTOur NFL Nation reporters react to all the action, answering the biggest questions coming out of each Sunday game. Here's what we learned from Week 1.
Resist the urge to overreact to Week 1! Making sense of Lamar Jackson's big day, more
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 21:04:42 ESTIs Jackson going to reset the market? Which Class of 2023 QB will be extended first? We sized up Week 1 overreactions.
NFL awards: Caleb Williams makes big jump in MVP race
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 19:36:08 ESTWho are the favorites to win seasonlong honors? Here are the odds for MVP, Rookie of the Year and more.
Early bets for Week 2: Four games worth targeting
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 19:36:08 ESTWhich Week 2 lines offered immediate value once odds came out? Here are four early bets to track.