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New York Giants rookie linebacker Arvell Reese posted a standout performance in Week 3, leading the team with 12 tackles during a rain-soaked win against the Tennessee Titans. Reese bounced back from a tough Week 2 by lining up off-ball, on the edge, and as a blitzer. He delivered multiple explosive plays downhill, including a pancake block on a blitz and a tackle for loss on a pass to Tony Pollard.
Colts WR Alec Pierce did not undergo surgery on his left heel and is continuing to rehab the injury, per head coach Shane Steichen. This reiterates an earlier report that he would avoid another procedure after aggravating his surgically repaired heel on Sept. 20, despite being seen Sunday with a cast and scooter, which had cast doubt on the initial report.
Jets WR Adonai Mitchell was out for Week 3, alongside TE Mason Taylor. His absence contributed to rookie TE Kenyon Sadiq seeing an increased 21.6% target share, leading to Sadiq's breakout performance of 7 catches, 105 yards, and a touchdown.
Jets TE Mason Taylor was out for Week 3, along with WR Adonai Mitchell. His absence contributed to rookie TE Kenyon Sadiq receiving a 21.6% target share, leading to a breakout performance of 7 catches, 105 yards, and a touchdown.
Rookie TE Kenyon Sadiq had a breakout performance for the New York Jets in a 31-24 loss to the Lions, recording 7 receptions for 105 yards and a touchdown, averaging 15 yards per catch with a 43-yard long. This marked only the fourth time a rookie TE hit 100 yards since last season. With WR Adonai Mitchell and TE Mason Taylor out, Sadiq saw a 21.6% target share. Coach Aaron Glenn plans to significantly expand his role following offseason sports hernia surgery and increased opportunity.
Patriots QB Drake Maye's disastrous performance in a 35-6 loss to the Jaguars, marked by two interceptions and a fumble, has drawn intense concern from coach Mike Vrabel. Maye completed 14 of 25 passes for 199 yards, was sacked three times, and finished with a 48.6 passer rating. He has thrown six interceptions to just one touchdown this season, with his passer rating plummeting to 58.6. Observers note mechanical flaws. Maye stated his confidence hasn't wavered, acknowledging his job is to protect the football.
Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud and his offense are facing early-season scrutiny after falling to 0-3 following a 19-17 divisional loss to the Indianapolis Colts. Stroud passed for 167 yards and critiqued the offense's lack of explosive plays, emphasizing the urgent need for adjustments as the Texans seek to recapture their previous postseason form.
Los Angeles Rams tight end Davis Allen continues to share reps in a fluid tight end room where a different player has led the position in scoring each week of the season, following up on his Week 1 production while teammates Terrance Ferguson and Tyler Higbee handle recent target shares.
Veteran offensive lineman Mekhi Becton has signed with the Green Bay Packers following a workout. The former first-round pick, who started at right guard for the Super Bowl-winning Philadelphia Eagles in 2024 before a difficult stint with the Chargers, joins fellow addition Laken Tomlinson to help stabilize Green Bay's front line.
Titans quarterback Cam Ward threw a costly late interception that sealed a 12-7 loss to the Giants. Head coach Robert Saleh criticized the decision, stating Ward needed to be smarter with the football. Analysts noted that while the decision to throw to the corner was viable, the accuracy of the throw was poor, highlighting the ongoing inconsistency in Ward's play through 20 career games.
The New York Giants are waiving quarterback Jake Haener with the intention of re-signing him to their practice squad. Haener had been promoted to the active roster following Jaxson Dart's season-ending knee injury, but the subsequent trade acquisition of J.J. McCarthy prompted the team to trim their active quarterback room back down to two.
Houston Texans pass rusher Will Anderson Jr. put forth a dominant performance in Week 3, generating nine quarterback pressures and three sacks to anchor the Texans' defensive front.
Houston Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans expressed optimism that star wide receiver Nico Collins could return for Sunday's matchup against the Dallas Cowboys. Collins has missed the last two games due to a Grade 1 hamstring strain and will need to resume practice participation during the week to clear protocol and provide a much-needed spark to the Texans' offense.
Reigning Offensive Player of the Year Jaxon Smith-Njigba starred for the Seahawks with 10 receptions for 128 yards and two touchdowns in a Week 3 loss to Washington. He joined Jerry Rice as the only players in NFL history to post 120 yards and a touchdown in each of their team's first three games, bringing his season total to a historic six touchdowns.
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London earned NFL Offensive Player of the Week honors after exploding for 194 receiving yards on nine receptions during a standout performance against the Green Bay Packers.
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow suffered his first loss of the season in a 29-27 defeat to the Steelers after a late fourth-quarter strip-sack by Derrick Harmon sealed the outcome. Before the turnover, Burrow played exceptionally well, completing 28 of 37 passes for 282 yards and three touchdowns, earning him co-honors on PFF's Team of the Week alongside teammate support.
Carolina Panthers wide receiver Jalen Coker suffered a minor quadriceps strain during Sunday's loss to the Cleveland Browns, forcing an early exit after catching two passes for 18 yards. Follow-up tests revealed no severe damage, leaving Coker listed as questionable for Sunday night's matchup against the Detroit Lions.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles confirmed that running back Bucky Irving will not appear on the Week 4 injury report despite missing the final two possessions of Sunday's loss to Minnesota. Irving logged 17 touches for 58 yards from scrimmage and remains firmly locked in as the team's clear lead back over Kenny Gainwell.
Los Angeles Rams running back Blake Corum saw a reduced share of the backfield workload in Week 3 as teammate Kyren Williams reclaimed clear lead-back responsibilities, handling 15 carries compared to an even 12-12 split the previous week. Corum remains a key depth piece in the Rams' ground game rotation.
Los Angeles Rams running back Kyren Williams firmly reclaimed lead-back duties in Week 3, handling 65.2% of the team's rush attempts with 15 carries for 88 yards. He also heavily contributed in the passing game by catching all six of his targets for 70 yards, delivering a dominant RB1 fantasy performance.
