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Carolina Panthers wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan brought in two of five targets for 17 yards in a 21-18 loss to the Browns. Facing an aggressive Cleveland defense that brought constant pressure and recorded three sacks, McMillan's production suffered in a forgettable afternoon. He will look to bounce back in a Week 4 primetime home matchup against the Lions, potentially seeing an increased workload if Jalen Coker is out.
New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson posted 10 receptions for 107 yards and a touchdown before leaving late in Sunday's 31-24 loss to the Detroit Lions. Wilson took a hard hit after making a key 23-yard touchdown catch inside the pylon that briefly tied the game. Head coach Aaron Glenn confirmed postgame that Wilson underwent a concussion evaluation and was officially cleared, alleviating concerns regarding his availability for Week 4.
Mitchell Trubisky was referenced alongside Trevor Lawrence in a retrospective analysis examining different career trajectories for young quarterbacks experiencing early-career struggles or transitions within the NFL.
Houston Texans tight end Dalton Schultz caught all three of his targets for 30 yards in Sunday's 19-17 loss to the Colts, crashing back down to earth after recording 12 catches for 140 yards previously. Playing without top wide receiver Nico Collins (hamstring), only Xavier Hutchinson had more receiving yards than Schultz as C.J. Stroud threw for just 167 yards. Schultz figures to remain among Stroud's top targets in Week 4 against the Cowboys.
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins brought in six of seven targets for 90 yards and a touchdown in a 30-27 loss to the Steelers. Higgins scored his first touchdown of the season on a beautiful, athletic 28-yard grab near the pylon late in the first half to knot the score at 17-17, pushing his season totals to 14 receptions for 244 yards through three games alongside teammate Ja'Marr Chase.
Tennessee Titans running back Tony Pollard carried the ball 17 times for 74 yards and caught all four of his targets for 22 yards in a 12-7 loss to the Giants. With Tyjae Spears dealing with ankle trouble, Pollard handled his biggest workload of the season and averaged 4.6 yards per carry. He is averaging 4.6 yards per tote on the year and could see bell-cow usage if Spears remains limited against the Ravens.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes completed 20 of 24 passes for 246 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception in a 24-10 win over the Miami Dolphins. Mahomes opened the game with a 48-yard strike to Travis Kelce and threw an 11-yard fourth-quarter touchdown to Kelce to keep the Chiefs undefeated at 3-0. Afterward, Mahomes emphasized that his young team must maintain focus and eliminate mistakes moving forward.
New York Giants rookie linebacker Arvell Reese put together a standout performance in a 12-7 win over the Titans, collecting a game-high 13 tackles, two tackles for loss, and one pass deflection. After struggling in previous outings following his selection as the fifth overall pick, Reese wreaked havoc in the run and pass games, earning a game ball from head coach John Harbaugh.
Cincinnati Bengals running back Chase Brown rushed 13 times for 61 yards and brought in both targets for eight yards in a 30-27 loss to the Steelers. While maintaining an efficient rushing effort, Brown's overall opportunities were somewhat capped by game script, and he struggled to make a heavy impact in the passing game for the second straight contest. Brown will look to maintain a workhorse role against the Jaguars.
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow completed 28 of 37 passes for 282 yards and three touchdowns in a 30-27 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. Burrow connected with Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins, and Mike Gesicki for scores. However, with under a minute remaining, Burrow was sacked and lost a fumble, sealing the divisional defeat. He also added two runs for 13 yards while maintaining a healthy output alongside his primary targets.
San Francisco 49ers cornerback Deommodore Lenoir was shaken up in the second quarter of a game against the Arizona Cardinals after making a tackle on receiver Michael Wilson. Lenoir collided helmet-first with teammate Fred Warner on the stop, remaining on the ground briefly before gingerly walking off the field.
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Josh Cameron hauled in a 12-yard touchdown pass from Trevor Lawrence in the second quarter of a 35-6 blowout win over the New England Patriots. The score marked Cameron's second touchdown of the 2026 season as he continues carving out a role in Jacksonville's offense.
Seattle Seahawks backup tight end Eric Saubert scored a touchdown during a 33-31 upset loss to the Washington Commanders. Operating behind AJ Barner in the tight end rotation, Saubert found paydirt as quarterback Sam Darnold leaned on various options while Seattle's high-powered offense faced a negative game script.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Jalen McMillan suffered a knee injury during the first quarter of Sunday's game against the Minnesota Vikings and was promptly ruled out. McMillan exited early in the contest, leaving rookie Ted Hurst III to absorb extra targets as the team's third receiver. The Buccaneers are awaiting further medical evaluations to determine the exact severity and recovery timeline for McMillan's injury.
Miami Dolphins running back De'Von Achane suffered a non-contact knee injury in the first quarter of Sunday's 24-10 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs after landing awkwardly on an 11-yard run. Achane finished with 17 yards on three carries before exiting. Head coach Jeff Hafley admitted postgame that the outlook "does not sound optimistic," pointing toward a potentially lengthy absence as he undergoes additional testing.
Carolina Panthers wide receiver Jalen Coker played through an ankle issue but suffered a quadriceps injury in the second half of a 21-18 loss to the Browns, finishing with two receptions for 18 yards on four targets. Coker stated postgame that he does not believe the injury is serious, though his status for Week 4 against Detroit will depend on upcoming imaging and practice participation.
Miami Dolphins quarterback Malik Willis completed 20 of 36 passes for 210 yards with no touchdowns and one interception in a 24-10 loss to the Chiefs. Willis added nine rushes for 56 yards to lead the team on the ground after starting running back De'Von Achane exited with a knee injury, while also losing a fumble as Miami fell to 0-3.
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs remains on the commissioner's exempt list following his August 30 placement and no-contest plea to battery and criminal damage charges. The NFL has officially filed a Freedom of Information Act request to view police evidence video of the incident after a judge denied a request to seal it. Analysts expect Jacobs to miss five to eight games before a potential return.
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo operated as the primary rusher in Sunday's 12-7 win over the Tennessee Titans with Devin Singletary scratched and Jameis Winston starting for Jaxson Dart. Skattebo logged 20 carries for 60 rushing yards and hauled in three of four targets for 40 yards, including a 30-yard reception. He set up crucial scoring drives while hitting 100-plus scrimmage yards for the first time in 2026.
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase brought in nine of 12 targets for 98 yards and a touchdown in a 30-27 loss to the Steelers. Chase paced the Bengals in receptions, receiving yards, and targets, scoring on a three-yard grab in the first quarter to record his third trip to the end zone of the 2026 season.
