Josh Allen and Brock Purdy named Week 2 NFL Players of the Week

Josh Allen and Brock Purdy named Week 2 NFL Players of the Week

Josh Allen and Brock Purdy were named the NFL’s Week 2 Players of the Week on September 23, after each quarterback guided his team to a victory in the league’s second-week slate on September 13. The second week followed a dramatic opening week in which the Chicago Bears posted a record-setting 59-point offense and the Buffalo Bills defeated the Houston Texans 36-31, while analysts highlighted emerging talent such as Jahmyr Gibbs and Bijan Robinson. Power-ranking updates after Week 1 placed the Bills atop the list and later moved the 49ers to the top after their dominant win over the Rams, setting the stage for the quarterbacks’ standout performances.

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NFL Jahmyr Gibbs Bijan Robinson Caleb Williams Chicago Bears Lamar Jackson Baltimore Ravens Cincinnati Bengals Houston Texans Buffalo Bills Josh Allen Demetrius Knight Jr. Kenyon Sadiq New York Jets C.J. Stroud Nico Collins David Montgomery

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September 23, 2026
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Allen and Purdy earn Week 2 NFL Players of the Week honors
Allen and Purdy earn Week 2 NFL Players of the Week honors

NFL.com • 23 Sep 16:00

Quarterbacks Josh Allen and Brock Purdy were named among the NFL's Week 2 Players of the Week after standout performances for the Bills and 49ers.

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Week 3 NFL Outlook Highlights Giants QB Concerns, Mahomes' Strong Start and Running Back Updates
Week 3 NFL Outlook Highlights Giants QB Concerns, Mahomes' Strong Start and Running Back Updates

ESPN • 23 Sep 13:45

Analysts discuss the New York Giants' quarterback situation after Jaxson Dart's injury, Patrick Mahomes' early performance with Kansas City, and emerging clarity in several teams' running back depth charts ahead of Week 3.

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Several 0-2 NFL Teams Still Hold Playoff Aspirations Ahead of Week 3
Several 0-2 NFL Teams Still Hold Playoff Aspirations Ahead of Week 3

NFL.com • 23 Sep 13:00

Despite starting the season 0-2, the Houston Texans, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Indianapolis Colts, Los Angeles Chargers, Tennessee Titans, Washington Commanders, Atlanta Falcons and Miami Dolphins retain a mathematical chance to reach the postseason as they head into Week 3.

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September 22, 2026
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Vikings lead NFC North in Week 2 power rankings
Vikings lead NFC North in Week 2 power rankings

Yahoo Sports • 22 Sep 21:28

Minnesota remains unbeaten at 2-0, highlighted by a strong defensive performance and a pending return from quarterback Kyler Murray’s concussion.

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Week 2 NFL Review Highlights Emerging Pass Rushers, Defensive Improvements and Strategic Overtime Decisions
Week 2 NFL Review Highlights Emerging Pass Rushers, Defensive Improvements and Strategic Overtime Decisions

cbssports.com • 22 Sep 14:39

The second week of the NFL season saw rookie pass rushers Dallas Turner and Lukas Van Ness excel, the Bengals' defensive line emerge as the league's most improved unit, and notable performances from Jaylen Waddle and the Raiders under Klint Kubiak.

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Week 3 NFL betting lines shift as Chargers slide and Vikings rise
Week 3 NFL betting lines shift as Chargers slide and Vikings rise

Yahoo Sports • 22 Sep 13:20

Oddsmakers have adjusted Week 3 spreads, with the Chargers now heavy underdogs against the Bills and the Vikings becoming road favorites against the Buccaneers, while other matchups see modest line movements.

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NFL Week 3 preview highlights matchups and picks from CBS Sports analyst
NFL Week 3 preview highlights matchups and picks from CBS Sports analyst

CBS Sports • 22 Sep 13:14

Analyst John Breech offers his Week 3 NFL game predictions, noting early struggles for several teams and outlining his selections for each contest.

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Eight NFL Teams Start 0-2, Only One Likely to Reach Playoffs
Eight NFL Teams Start 0-2, Only One Likely to Reach Playoffs

Fox News • 22 Sep 10:44

Since the NFL moved to a 17-game schedule, only one of the eight teams that began the 2024 season winless is expected to make the postseason.

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September 21, 2026
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NFL teams with 0-2 starts assessed for panic levels
NFL teams with 0-2 starts assessed for panic levels

Sports Illustrated • 21 Sep 17:07

A ranking of the eight NFL clubs that began the season 0-2 evaluates each team's urgency based on recent performance, injuries, coaching decisions and schedule difficulty.

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NFL Week 2: Analysts Rank Top Ten Teams After Early Season Games
NFL Week 2: Analysts Rank Top Ten Teams After Early Season Games

FOX Sports • 21 Sep 12:59

Following the second week of the NFL season, a sports analyst released a ranking of the league's ten best teams, highlighting strong performances by the 49ers, Chiefs, and others.

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NFL Week 2: Panthers offense shines, Bengals defense dominates, Chargers face uphill battle
NFL Week 2: Panthers offense shines, Bengals defense dominates, Chargers face uphill battle

Fox News • 21 Sep 10:50

Week two of the NFL season highlighted a strong offensive showing by Carolina, a defensive performance that carried Cincinnati past Houston, and a difficult schedule that leaves Los Angeles Chargers with slim odds of recovery.

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September 20, 2026
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Bengals' defense shines as Bears and Commanders lose quarterbacks in Week 2
Bengals' defense shines as Bears and Commanders lose quarterbacks in Week 2

CBS Sports • 20 Sep 22:21

Cincinnati defeated Houston 20-6 on the strength of its defense, while Chicago and Washington each saw their rookie quarterbacks sustain injuries, contributing to losses.

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Week 2 NFL roundup highlights Panthers' QB surge and injury concerns for Bears
Week 2 NFL roundup highlights Panthers' QB surge and injury concerns for Bears

Sports Illustrated • 20 Sep 20:54

Bryce Young posted strong numbers as Carolina won, while the Bears dealt with quarterback Caleb Williams' non-contact injury and other teams showed mixed performances in the second week of the season.

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September 17, 2026
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Analysts project high-scoring Week 2 NFL games and key matchups
Analysts project high-scoring Week 2 NFL games and key matchups

NFL.com • 17 Sep 17:13

NFL analysts highlighted several Week 2 contests, citing offensive firepower, defensive concerns and recent performance trends as the basis for their predictions.

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September 16, 2026
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Williams, Jackson and Lawrence rise to top five in Week 2 QB rankings
Williams, Jackson and Lawrence rise to top five in Week 2 QB rankings

NFL.com • 16 Sep 20:10

Quarterback rankings for Week 2 of the 2026 NFL season show Caleb Williams, Lamar Jackson and Trevor Lawrence entering the top five, while several other QBs move up or down based on their opening performances.

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Ravens' New Under-Center Scheme Boosts Lamar Jackson, While Chargers' Justin Herbert Faces Rough Start
Ravens' New Under-Center Scheme Boosts Lamar Jackson, While Chargers' Justin Herbert Faces Rough Start

FOX Sports • 16 Sep 14:52

Baltimore’s revamped offense put Lamar Jackson under center and produced a dominant win, prompting early MVP talk, while Los Angeles struggled as Justin Herbert posted modest numbers in his debut under new coordinator Mike McDaniel.

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Week 2 NFL outlook: quarterback injuries, coaching debuts and fantasy tips
Week 2 NFL outlook: quarterback injuries, coaching debuts and fantasy tips

ESPN • 16 Sep 14:30

Analysts discuss quarterback situations for the Vikings, Seahawks and Falcons, assess concerns for the Rams and Chargers, and highlight notable coaching and rookie performances from Week 1.

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Week 1 NFL Highlights: Packers' Jordan Love, Bills' Josh Allen and Cowboys' Defensive Issues
Week 1 NFL Highlights: Packers' Jordan Love, Bills' Josh Allen and Cowboys' Defensive Issues

The New York Times • 16 Sep 10:10

Jordan Love posted a strong performance against a heavy blitz, Josh Allen led the Bills to a 36-point win over Houston, and the Dallas defense struggled against the Giants in the season opener.

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September 15, 2026
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Fantasy football rankings shift as Caleb Williams rises and Drake London falls after Week 1
Fantasy football rankings shift as Caleb Williams rises and Drake London falls after Week 1

ESPN • 15 Sep 15:36

Analyst Eric Karabell adjusts his rest-of-season fantasy football rankings, moving Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams up and dropping Falcons wide receiver Drake London, while noting changes at other positions.

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Fantasy football defenses to watch in Week 2 of the 2026 NFL season
Fantasy football defenses to watch in Week 2 of the 2026 NFL season

NBC Sports • 15 Sep 14:47

Analyst Gary Davenport highlights several NFL defenses that could be valuable fantasy assets in Week 2, emphasizing the 49ers, Eagles, Seahawks, Texans, Chiefs, Ravens and streaming options such as the Buccaneers and Jaguars.

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Week 2 NFL Power Rankings Highlight Rams' Setback and 49ers' Surge
Week 2 NFL Power Rankings Highlight Rams' Setback and 49ers' Surge

CBS Sports • 15 Sep 14:14

Pete Prisco's second-week NFL power rankings place the 49ers at fourth after a win over the Rams, while the Rams and Cowboys drop amid disappointing performances.

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Week 1 NFL analysis highlights defensive gains for Bengals and 49ers, and offensive sparks for Ravens and Bills
Week 1 NFL analysis highlights defensive gains for Bengals and 49ers, and offensive sparks for Ravens and Bills

The New York Times • 15 Sep 11:31

The Cincinnati Bengals and San Francisco 49ers showed notable defensive improvements, while the Baltimore Ravens and Buffalo Bills displayed promising offensive performances in Week 1.

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NFL power rankings ahead of Week 2 place Bills on top
NFL power rankings ahead of Week 2 place Bills on top

ESPN • 15 Sep 10:20

The Buffalo Bills lead the updated NFL power rankings after a 36-31 win over the Texans, while the league’s analysts highlighted standout non-quarterback newcomers from each team.

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Week 1 NFL Highlights: Chiefs dominate, Bears post record offense, coaching decisions under scrutiny
Week 1 NFL Highlights: Chiefs dominate, Bears post record offense, coaching decisions under scrutiny

USA Today • 15 Sep 09:55

In the opening week of the 2026 NFL season, the Chiefs secured a convincing win over the Broncos, the Bears posted a 59-point offensive outburst, and several teams faced early criticism of coaching and roster moves.

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Week 2 NFL Power Rankings: 49ers Lead, Rams and Chargers Fall
Week 2 NFL Power Rankings: 49ers Lead, Rams and Chargers Fall

The New York Times • 15 Sep 08:00

San Francisco jumps to the top after a dominant win over Los Angeles, while Chicago and New York move up and the Rams and Chargers drop in the latest power rankings.

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NFL Power Rankings Adjust After Turbulent Week One
NFL Power Rankings Adjust After Turbulent Week One

FOX Sports • 15 Sep 03:26

Week one results prompted a reshuffle of the 2026 NFL power rankings, with surprise wins by the Jets, Raiders and Cardinals and a disappointing opening loss for the Rams.

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September 14, 2026
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NFL Week 1 roundup: Bills win in Houston, Cardinals upset Chargers, Broncos favored over Chiefs on Monday night
NFL Week 1 roundup: Bills win in Houston, Cardinals upset Chargers, Broncos favored over Chiefs on Monday night

CBS Sports • 14 Sep 16:59

Week 1 saw the Buffalo Bills defeat the Houston Texans, the Arizona Cardinals upset the Los Angeles Chargers, and the Denver Broncos entered Monday night as slight favorites against the Kansas City Chiefs.

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Week 1 NFL roundup highlights Chargers' loss, Bears' record-setting win and key injuries
Week 1 NFL roundup highlights Chargers' loss, Bears' record-setting win and key injuries

nbcsports.com • 14 Sep 16:54

The opening week of the NFL saw the Los Angeles Chargers suffer a defeat to the Arizona Cardinals, the Chicago Bears post a 59-point victory, and several notable player injuries across the league.

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Giants' Jaxson Dart Sets NFL Record as Bears and Vikings Post Notable Wins in Week One
Giants' Jaxson Dart Sets NFL Record as Bears and Vikings Post Notable Wins in Week One

bleacherreport.com • 14 Sep 12:43

In the opening week of the 2026 NFL season, Jaxson Dart threw for three touchdowns, the Bears recorded a 59-37 victory, and the Vikings rallied for a 39-22 win over the Packers.

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Week 1 NFL results highlight strong Bengals defense, high-scoring Bears and Packers' second-half collapse
Week 1 NFL results highlight strong Bengals defense, high-scoring Bears and Packers' second-half collapse

Fox News • 14 Sep 11:24

The opening week of the NFL season saw the Bengals' defense impress, the Bears post a record-setting offensive output, and the Packers surrender a sizable second-half lead, among other notable performances.

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Week 1 NFL results highlight upsets and close finishes across the league
Week 1 NFL results highlight upsets and close finishes across the league

CBS Sports • 14 Sep 03:45

The opening week of the 2026 NFL season featured several surprising outcomes, including the Cardinals defeating the Chargers as heavy underdogs and both New York teams winning their games for the first time since 2009.

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September 13, 2026
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Bears' offense shines in record-setting Week 1 while rookie coaches impress
Bears' offense shines in record-setting Week 1 while rookie coaches impress

The New York Times • 13 Sep 21:16

Chicago posted 59 points in a historic Week 1 game, and first-year head coaches Joe Brady and Jesse Minter delivered notable victories as analysts debated defensive trends.

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Week 1 NFL roundup: Bears dominate Panthers, Bengals defense shines, Lions win in overtime
Week 1 NFL roundup: Bears dominate Panthers, Bengals defense shines, Lions win in overtime

NFL.com • 13 Sep 20:33

Sunday's opening games featured a high-scoring Bears win, a strong defensive showing by Cincinnati, and a dramatic overtime victory for Detroit.

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Week 1 NFL action sees multiple early touchdowns and defensive turnovers
Week 1 NFL action sees multiple early touchdowns and defensive turnovers

CBS Sports • 13 Sep 16:34

Sunday's opening week featured early scores from top running backs, notable quarterback plays and several turnovers across the league.

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