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Through the first two weeks of the 2026 NFL season, Dallas Cowboys rookie Jaishawn Barham has emerged as a dominant force on defense. Barham currently stands as not only the league's highest-graded overall defender but also holds the best mark for a defensive rookie in Pro Football Focus history, showcasing an extraordinary start to his professional career following his strong opening performances.
Miami Dolphins rookie wide receiver Caleb Douglas caught two of three targets for 19 yards in a 35-13 loss to the San Francisco 49ers before suffering a fourth-quarter ankle injury that left him questionable to return. Following an impressive debut, Douglas struggled to find production against the 49ers as the Miami passing attack faltered, and he did not return to action late in the game after sustaining the injury.
Miami Dolphins running back De'Von Achane rushed 20 times for 74 yards and caught three of six targets for 19 yards in a 35-13 loss to San Francisco. Racking up 23 touches, Achane struggled for room while consistently facing stacked boxes, averaging 3.5 yards per carry as Miami's offense searches for answers during an 0-2 start.
Kansas City Chiefs running back Kenneth Walker III recorded 24 carries for 117 yards and caught six passes for 61 yards on 10 targets in a 33-30 overtime win over Indianapolis. Walker continued his incredible start in Kansas City following a career-high 178-yard debut against Denver, showcasing his elite speed, power, and receiving skills out of the backfield to give quarterback Patrick Mahomes valuable balance as a high-end RB1.
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert completed 15 of 27 passes for 192 yards, one touchdown, and two interceptions in a 26-14 loss to Las Vegas. Herbert took three sacks and faced constant pressure behind an exposed line, while the Chargers dropped to 0-2. Blame remains split between his underwhelming play and recurring team issues, including dropped passes and injuries to his supporting cast.
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith caught 10 of 13 targets for 117 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 24-20 win over the Titans. Operating as WR1, Smith logged his 16th career 100-yard game and made four receptions for 38 yards on the final 65-yard drive, including a key 19-yard catch down to the 3-yard line. Through two games, Smith leads Philadelphia's receivers with 13 receptions for 170 yards and a score, establishing himself as the primary target.
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Darius Cooper caught a three-yard game-winning touchdown pass with nine seconds remaining to beat the Titans 24-20. The undrafted second-year player out of Tarleton State also executed a crucial 23-yard catch-and-run earlier in the fourth quarter. The game-winning catch was Cooper's first career NFL touchdown, coming on a play originally designed for DeVonta Smith. Known for his dirty work blocking and special teams, Cooper starred in his expanded role.
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts completed 26 of 37 passes for 264 yards, two touchdowns, and two interceptions while adding 16 rushing yards in a 24-20 win over Tennessee. Hurts engineered a 9-play, 65-yard game-winning drive with 1:56 left and no timeouts, going 6-for-8 for 61 yards and capping it with a 3-yard TD pass to Darius Cooper with nine seconds left. The drive marked Hurts' 14th career game-winning drive. Through two games, he has thrown five touchdowns.
Indianapolis Colts wide regulator Laquon Treadwell hauled in a 48-yard deep pass in overtime against the Chiefs. Treadwell initially appeared to fumble after being hit by Nohl Williams, but a replay review overturned the call, ruling Treadwell was down by contact upon securing the catch as his knee hit the ground before the ball came loose. The drive ultimately resulted in a game-tying field goal before Kansas City won 33-30 in overtime.
Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels suffered a dislocated left elbow on the final play of the first half against Dallas when teammate Nick Allegretti accidentally stepped on him. Before exiting, Daniels threw for 96 yards and rushed for 69 yards. X-rays showed no fracture, and head coach Dan Quinn expressed optimism for a return this season, but Daniels is ruled out for Week 3 against Seattle.
Patrick Mahomes completed 32 of 47 passes for 382 yards and three touchdowns without an interception, while rushing twice for 17 yards in a 33-30 overtime victory against the Colts. Overcoming a bizarre sequence in the extra session, Mahomes connected with Travis Kelce, Jalen Royals, and Xavier Worthy before setting up Harrison Butker’s game-winning 40-yard field goal. The resilient effort lifts the Chiefs to a 2-0 start on the 2026 NFL season.
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams suffered a non-contact right hamstring injury while scrambling during the fourth quarter of a 9-3 loss to the Minnesota Vikings. Before exiting, Williams completed 15 of 26 passes for 138 yards with an interception and rushed five times for 42 yards. Carried off the field in pain, Williams was temporarily removed from MVP betting boards pending the results of his scheduled Monday MRI ahead of Week 3.
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy brought in five of seven targets for 25 yards and a touchdown in a 33-30 overtime win over the Indianapolis Colts. Worthy finished third in receptions and targets for Kansas City. Featured as a key explosive target and a top player prop selection, Worthy is averaging 5.4 yards per catch over his first eight receptions and will look to break through downfield against Miami.
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce secured nine of 11 targets for 101 yards and a touchdown in a 33-30 overtime win over Indianapolis, catching a 13-yard score from Patrick Mahomes. Taylor Swift celebrated the touchdown from a suite with her family, proudly pointing to her wedding ring. Off the field, legal revelations recently showed Kelce was among 64 victims in a multi-million-dollar Ponzi scheme. Kelce now boasts 12 catches for 172 yards and a score through two games.
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice brought in four of six targets for 83 yards in a 33-30 overtime win over the Indianapolis Colts. Rice recorded the team's third-highest receiving yardage total, highlighted by a 31-yard grab. This robust production was a welcome bounce-back for fantasy managers following a quiet Week 1. With Patrick Mahomes near full health, Rice's outlook as Kansas City's lead receiver continues to trend upward heading into Week 3.
Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson produced 81 scrimmage yards during a 34-3 loss to the Carolina Panthers, rushing 16 times for 72 yards and catching three of four targets for nine yards. Facing stacked fronts due to passing struggles, Robinson still averaged 4.5 yards per carry and notched 70-plus rush yards for the 10th time in 11 games. Despite negative game flow forcing a second-half benching, he remains a strong RB1 for Week 3.
Kansas City Chiefs rookie cornerback Mansoor Delane was active for Sunday Night Football against the Colts after clearing late pregame testing from a shoulder aggravation. Listed as questionable, Delane did not take the defensive field, serving instead as an emergency option while Kristian Fulton manned outside corner. Head coach Andy Reid confirmed Delane was available as an extra guy in a game where Kansas City reported zero injuries.
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London caught four of five targets for 51 yards and a carry in a 34-3 loss to the Panthers. London drew attention for a heated verbal altercation with someone in the stands during the third quarter, later expressing regret while citing personal insults amid an 0-2 start. The Falcons offense struggled significantly as quarterback Cooper Rush was benched for rookie Jack Strand, though London said the adversity pushes him forward.
Los Angeles Chargers running back Omarion Hampton rushed 23 times for 94 yards and a touchdown while catching both targets for 21 yards in a 26-14 loss to the Raiders. Hampton scored on a one-yard run in the second quarter but suffered a costly lost fumble in Raiders territory late in the game. Despite losing two fumbles over the first two weeks, he retains his heavy workload for Week 3.
Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott completed 26 of 31 passes for 279 yards, four touchdowns, and zero interceptions in a 37-20 victory over the Washington Commanders. Prescott added 26 rushing yards on four carries. His 24-yard touchdown pass to CeeDee Lamb marked his 249th career passing touchdown, officially surpassing Tony Romo for the most TD passes in franchise history while elevating his MVP odds to +1400.
