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Tennessee Titans quarterback Cam Ward completed 13 of 20 passes for 183 yards while adding two rushing touchdowns on four carries in a 24-20 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. Ward scored on a pair of one-yard rushing sneaks in the first and third quarters to help tie the game, matching his entire rookie rushing TD total. Through two weeks, Ward has 323 passing yards and zero interceptions.
Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones is active for Sunday Night Football against the Indianapolis Colts after overcoming a calf injury that had him limited in practice and listed as questionable earlier in the week. Jones' presence provides a major boost to Kansas City's interior defensive line as the Chiefs host Indianapolis looking to improve to 2-0 on the season.
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks caught five of six targets for 74 yards in Sunday's 24-20 victory over the Tennessee Titans. Wicks operated as Philadelphia's clear WR2 behind DeVonta Smith, consistently making key catches to keep drives alive. Through two games with his new team, the former Packer has accumulated seven receptions for 147 yards and one touchdown.
New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye completed 14 of 22 passes for 208 yards, zero touchdowns, and one interception while rushing four times for 17 yards in a 20-3 Week 2 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers. Supported by a dominant defensive effort and 136 rushing yards from the backfield, Maye managed the game efficiently despite missing top targets. He now holds a 1:4 touchdown-to-interception ratio through two games.
Tennessee Titans defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons engaged in a post-game exchange with Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts following Philadelphia's 24-20 win over Tennessee. Hurts brought up pre-game comments where Simmons stated the Titans needed to force Hurts to beat them as a passer, with Hurts emphasizing he finished what was started.
Tennessee Titans wide receiver Carnell Tate caught three passes for 27 yards on five targets against the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 2. Expected to be a major part of the passing game during his rookie season, Tate has posted only 65 yards through his first two games and currently functions as a depth fantasy receiver.
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson caught three of six targets for 55 yards in Sunday's 9-3 win against the Chicago Bears. In heavy rain and windy conditions at Soldier Field that heavily restricted both passing attacks, Jefferson's 55 receiving yards led all receivers in the contest. Jefferson continues to serve as the focal point of Minnesota's aerial game despite tough weather conditions in Week 2.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Emeka Egbuka caught three of five targets for 16 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 23-19 loss to the Cleveland Browns. Egbuka salvaged a quiet receiving day by catching a five-yard touchdown pass early in the third quarter. He will look to rebound as Tampa Bay hosts the Minnesota Vikings in Week 3.
Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth caught four of five targets for 32 yards in Sunday's 20-3 loss to the New England Patriots. Freiermuth has now recorded nine receptions across his first two games of the season, following a five-catch, 46-yard, one-touchdown performance in Week 1 against Atlanta. He continues to see an increased target share in Pittsburgh's passing offense.
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf struggled in Sunday's 20-3 loss to the New England Patriots, catching four of nine targets for 27 yards while suffering a costly third-down drop in the third quarter. Through two games, Metcalf has logged eight receptions for 67 yards on 19 targets as Pittsburgh's passing offense stumbles. His lack of production comes under scrutiny following his lucrative four-year extension.
Green Bay Packers tight end Tucker Kraft caught two of three targets for 15 yards in Sunday's 20-17 overtime victory against the New York Jets. Playing in slick conditions, Kraft recovered his own fumble during the win. Working his way back from a torn ACL suffered last season, Kraft has recorded five receptions for 80 yards through two games heading into Thursday's Week 3 home matchup against the Falcons.
Los Angeles Chargers tight end Charlie Kolar left in the second half of Sunday's game against the Las Vegas Raiders with a forearm injury and was listed as questionable to return. Kolar's injury came after starting tight end David Njoku was carted off earlier in the contest with a knee injury, leaving rookie Oronde Gadsden II as the primary option atop the Chargers' tight end depth chart.
Los Angeles Chargers tight end Oronde Gadsden II moved up the depth chart during Sunday's game against the Las Vegas Raiders after starter David Njoku exited with a knee injury and backup Charlie Kolar suffered a forearm injury. Gadsden was called upon to handle primary tight end duties for Los Angeles as the team manages multiple injuries at the position heading into Week 3.
Los Angeles Chargers tight end David Njoku was carted to the locker room during the second quarter of Sunday's game against the Las Vegas Raiders after suffering a knee injury. Njoku was unable to return, finishing the contest with one reception for nine yards after recording five catches for 58 yards in Week 1. In his absence, tight ends Charlie Kolar and Oronde Gadsden II stepped in to handle tight end duties for Los Angeles.
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Matthew Golden caught four of six targets for a team-high 58 receiving yards in Sunday's 20-17 overtime win over the New York Jets. Golden also drew a crucial 38-yard pass interference penalty in the fourth quarter to spark a touchdown drive. With Jayden Reed sustaining a neck injury, Golden is positioned for a prominent role in Thursday's Week 3 matchup against the Eagles.
Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze caught three of four targets for 43 yards in Sunday's 9-3 loss to the Minnesota Vikings, leading all Bears wide receivers on a rainy, windy day at Soldier Field. Through two games, Odunze has five catches for 95 yards on seven targets. His short-term outlook depends on quarterback Caleb Williams' status following a hamstring injury suffered during the contest.
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Christian Watson caught four of 11 targets for 41 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 20-17 overtime win over the New York Jets. Watson connected with Jordan Love on a crucial three-yard score with 7:58 remaining in regulation to cap a fourth-quarter comeback, giving him three touchdown receptions through the first two games of the season.
Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love completed 16 of 29 passes for 145 yards and two touchdowns in a 20-17 overtime victory against the New York Jets. Love overcame an elbow hit that temporarily caused his throwing hand to go numb and led a fourth-quarter comeback from a 17-7 deficit, connecting with MarShawn Lloyd and Christian Watson for scores to improve Green Bay's record.
New England Patriots starting right guard Mike Onwenu was carted off the field and ruled out after suffering a right ankle injury during the second quarter against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Onwenu was rolled up from behind by T.J. Watt during a sack, and subsequent X-rays confirmed a broken ankle. Teammates expressed heartbreak for the veteran offensive lineman, whose injury leaves his status for the rest of the season in serious doubt.
Chicago Bears running back Kyle Monangai carried the ball 10 times for 47 yards and caught two targets for 11 yards in Sunday's 9-3 loss to the Minnesota Vikings. Monangai led the Chicago backfield in rushing yards by two over D'Andre Swift. He has posted 12 touches in each of the first two games and could see increased volume if Caleb Williams misses time.
