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Sunday, September 27

Dak Prescott Joins Elite Quarterback Club Amid Brutal Late-Game Loss

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Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott became the fifth player in NFL history with 250 passing touchdowns and 30 rushing scores during a 34-31 loss to Baltimore in Rio de Janeiro. Prescott completed 25 of 40 passes for 276 yards, one TD pass to Jake Ferguson, and a two-point conversion to CeeDee Lamb. Facing heavy scrutiny postgame, Prescott and coach Brian Schottenheimer addressed a critical late-game third-down play where Prescott threw the ball away instead of targeting an open George Pickens.

Ted Hurst III Steps Up and Records First Career Touchdown

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie wide receiver Ted Hurst III recorded his first career NFL touchdown on a 40-yard reception, finishing with one catch on four targets against the Minnesota Vikings. Hurst is positioned for increased offensive snaps after starter Jalen McMillan sustained a first-quarter knee injury. However, Hurst's short-term progress may face adjustments with starting quarterback Baker Mayfield managing a dislocated right thumb.

Carnell Tate Posts Career Highs in Receptions and Yards in Week 3

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Tennessee Titans wide receiver Carnell Tate hauled in six of nine targets for a game-high 58 receiving yards during a 12-7 loss to the New York Giants. The fourth overall pick set new career highs in receptions, targets, and yards while navigating rainy conditions alongside quarterback Cam Ward. Tate now leads the Titans with 20 total targets through three games heading into a Week 4 contest against the Baltimore Ravens.

Cam Ward Struggles in Third Straight Game Under 200 Yards Passing

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Tennessee Titans quarterback Cam Ward completed 23 of 36 passes for 181 yards, one touchdown, and one interception in a 12-7 loss to the New York Giants. Ward's first turnover of the 2026 season was a game-ending interception by Jevon Holland in the end zone on first-and-goal with under a minute left. Through three games, Ward has yet to reach 200 passing yards in a contest, navigating rainy conditions while relying on targets like Carnell Tate.

Tyler Loop Hits Walk-Off 56-Yard Field Goal to Defeat Cowboys

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Baltimore Ravens kicker Tyler Loop delivered a game-winning 56-yard field goal as time expired to secure a dramatic 34-31 victory over the Dallas Cowboys in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. After Dallas tied the game with seven seconds remaining, Lamar Jackson connected with Zay Flowers on a 27-yard pass to set up Loop's walk-off kick. Loop had previously converted a career-long 58-yard attempt earlier in the contest, redeeming himself from a notable Week 18 miss against Pittsburgh.

Lamar Jackson Directs Miracle Seven-Second Drive to Beat Cowboys

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Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson completed 15 of 20 passes for 186 yards and two touchdowns while rushing six times for 50 yards in a 34-31 win over the Dallas Cowboys. Trailing with seven seconds left, Jackson completed a clutch 27-yard pass to Zay Flowers and called a timeout with one second remaining, setting up Tyler Loop's walk-off 56-yard field goal in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, securing one of the most remarkable last-second victories in recent franchise history.

Dalton Kincaid Limited to 38 Yards and Fumble in Win Over Chargers

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Buffalo Bills tight end Dalton Kincaid caught two of three targets for 38 yards and lost a fumble in Sunday's 24-16 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers. Los Angeles focused its coverage heavily on Kincaid, snapping his strong two-game stretch to open the season. Kincaid suffered his first lost fumble since his 2023 rookie year amid a poor passing day for Buffalo, though he flashed briefly and remains a primary focal point in the team's offensive attack moving forward.

Ty Johnson Contributes Four Receptions in Bills' Win Over Chargers

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Buffalo Bills running back Ty Johnson caught four passes during Sunday's 24-16 win against the Los Angeles Chargers, finishing second on the team in receptions behind D.J. Moore. Johnson provided key pass-catching secondary support on a day when Buffalo's aerial attack struggled and no other receiver beyond Moore recorded more than two receptions.

Kenyon Sadiq Makes Franchise History With 105 Yards and TD

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New York Jets rookie tight end Kenyon Sadiq recorded seven receptions for 105 yards and a touchdown in a 31-24 loss to the Detroit Lions. Sadiq caught a 24-yard diving touchdown pass from Geno Smith in the second quarter, stepping up with receivers Adonai Mitchell and Mason Taylor inactive. Sadiq became the earliest Jets rookie tight end to top 100 receiving yards in a game in franchise history, totaling 12 receptions for 143 yards on the year.

CeeDee Lamb Records Second Straight 100-Yard Receiving Game

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Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb caught seven of eight targets for a team-high 112 yards and added a two-point conversion catch in Sunday's 34-31 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. Lamb posted his second consecutive 100-yard receiving performance and now holds a 20-309-3 receiving line on 25 targets through three games heading into a Week 4 contest against the Houston Texans.

Jakobi Meyers Scores Touchdown in Jaguars' Blowout Win

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Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Jakobi Meyers caught seven of eight targets for 64 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 35-6 blowout victory over New England. Meyers led Jacksonville in targets and caught a 10-yard touchdown pass from Trevor Lawrence in the second quarter. Through three games in 2026, Meyers has registered 10 catches on 11 targets for 132 yards and two touchdowns.

Jadarian Price Benched After Fumble as Backfield Role Shrinks

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Seattle Seahawks rookie running back Jadarian Price saw his workload dwindle to six touches for 22 yards after losing a fumble for the second straight week during a 33-31 loss to the Commanders. Price was benched until the late first half following the turnover. Price now has five fumbles in his last 15 games dating back to his final season at Notre Dame, raising concerns about his ball security as Zach Charbonnet nears a return.

Maxx Crosby Rallies Raiders With NSFW Rant Ahead of Chiefs Showdown

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Following a wild 35-27 victory against the New Orleans Saints that pushed the Las Vegas Raiders to a 3-0 start, star pass rusher Maxx Crosby delivered an impassioned, high-energy locker room message rallying his teammates for an upcoming showdown against the Kansas City Chiefs. Crosby and the Raiders are off to their best start since 2021 under new head coach Klint Kubiak, setting the stage for a major divisional battle.

Jacoby Brissett Throws for 280 Yards and Two TDs in Week 3 Loss

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Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett completed 38 of 52 passes for 280 yards, two touchdowns, and zero interceptions in a 36-30 loss to the 49ers on Sunday. Brissett targeted Michael Wilson 17 times and Trey McBride 11 times, throwing touchdown passes to Wilson and Jeremiyah Love for his first multi-TD game of the year while bringing his season passing average to over 275 yards in two of three games.

Deshaun Watson Engineers Late Game-Winning Drive Against Panthers

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Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson completed 16 of 30 passes for 144 yards and two touchdowns while rushing 11 times for 45 yards in a 21-18 win over Carolina. Watson engineered a late 65-yard drive, connecting with Harold Fannin Jr. for a 14-yard go-ahead score with 1:48 remaining before adding a two-point pass to Denzel Boston. It marks his second straight week with a fourth-quarter game-winning TD drive.

Alex Singleton Allows Red-Zone Gain in Broncos' First-Half Deficit

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Denver Broncos linebacker Alex Singleton was beaten on coverage during a wheel route by Kyren Williams to the 17-yard line in the second quarter against the Los Angeles Rams. The play positioned the Rams for an early red-zone opportunity that eventually resulted in a field goal, contributing to Denver's 16-0 halftime deficit in Sunday night's matchup.

Javonte Williams Surpasses 100 Scrimmage Yards in Loss to Ravens

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Dallas Cowboys running back Javonte Williams rushed 19 times for 98 yards and a touchdown while adding two catches for five yards in Sunday's 34-31 loss to Baltimore in Rio de Janeiro. Williams opened the scoring with a two-yard touchdown run in the first quarter, his third touchdown of the season, and topped 100 scrimmage yards for the first time since Week 12 of 2025 as Dallas prepares for a Week 4 matchup at Houston.

Trevor Lawrence Throws Three Touchdown Passes in Win Over Patriots

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Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence completed 19 of 29 passes for 182 yards with three touchdowns and one interception while adding four rushes for 25 yards in a 35-6 win over New England. Lawrence connected with Josh Cameron, Jakobi Meyers, and Parker Washington for his scoring tosses, staking Jacksonville to a 14-3 halftime lead. He also humorously took a knee at the one-yard line later in the game to let running back Bhayshul Tuten score, bringing his season TD-to-INT ratio to 7:2.

Omarion Hampton Struggles for Efficiency in Loss to Bills

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Los Angeles Chargers running back Omarion Hampton rushed 15 times for 56 yards (3.7 yards per carry) and failed to haul in his only target in a 24-16 loss to Buffalo. Although Hampton led change-of-pace back Keaton Mitchell by seven carries, he struggled to generate separation yards and lacked involvement in the passing game. The 0-3 Chargers move on to face Seattle in Week 4 with Hampton maintaining the lead backfield role.

Mack Hollins Leads New England Patriots With Six Receptions in Week 3

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New England Patriots wide receiver Mack Hollins caught six of his nine targets for a team-high 87 yards during a Week 3 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. Hollins also led New England in receiving yards during their season opener and now paces the team with 12 total receptions on the young year. With wideout A.J. Brown expected to miss additional time due to an ankle injury, Hollins remains an active fixture in the Patriots' passing game.