Week 2 NFL injury updates show key players sidelined across multiple teams
Several teams enter Week 2 with notable injuries, including quarterbacks Joe Burrow, Michael Penix Jr., Kyler Murray and Sam Darnold listed as questionable or out, while numerous position players remain doubtful.
The NFL’s second week begins with a wave of injuries affecting both starters and depth players. Cincinnati quarterback Joe Burrow is listed as questionable for the Bengals’ matchup with Houston after a brief comment that the situation was "ridiculous," while coach Zac Taylor expects him to play. Houston’s top receiver Nico Collins is out with a hamstring injury, and the team also loses offensive lineman Ed Ingram.
Atlanta’s quarterback room remains unsettled, with Michael Penix Jr. out after a knee injury and Tua Tagovailoa doubtful due to an oblique strain. The Falcons also list several defensive backs and linemen as questionable or out, prompting the team to start Cooper Rush at quarterback.
Minnesota’s Kyler Murray suffered a concussion in his debut, leaving Carson Wentz to lead the Vikings. Chicago reports no injuries.
Other notable absences include Bengals defensive tackle B.J. Hill (questionable), Carolina defensive tackle Bobby Brown III (out), and New England cornerback Carlton Davis III (out). The Chargers have rookie tight end Brock Bowers listed as doubtful with a knee issue, while the Raiders’ backup quarterback Aidan O'Connell is questionable for personal reasons.
In the AFC, the Browns lose guard Teven Jenkins (out) and the Buccaneers list safety Miles Killebrew (concussion) and wide receiver Jalen McMillan (knee) as questionable. The Packers face multiple trench injuries, with defensive tackle Javon Hargrave out and several offensive linemen listed as questionable.
The Eagles lose edge rusher Jonathan Greenard (out) and the Titans have several defensive players listed as questionable, including linebacker Cedric Gray (concussion). The Steelers are without wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. (foot) and the Patriots lose cornerback Carlton Davis III (neck).
On the West Coast, the Seahawks rule out quarterback Sam Darnold (glute) and the Cardinals have a long list of defensive players on the injury report, including cornerback Garrett Williams (Achilles). The Giants and Rams each have multiple players listed as questionable ahead of their Monday night game.
Overall, the injury reports suggest that several teams will need to rely on backups and adjust game plans as they head into the second week of the season.