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NFL Week 2 Overreactions: Rodgers, Steelers, Eagles

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ESPN's Dan Graziano examines five Week 2 NFL overreactions, starting with whether the Steelers should bench Aaron Rodgers. After a 20-3 loss to the Patriots where Rodgers was sacked four times and completed just 33% of passes under pressure through two games, Graziano verdicts this an OVERREACTION. He believes coach Mike McCarthy won't bench the 42-year-old for Mason Rudolph, Will Howard, or Drew Allar unless Pittsburgh is eliminated from playoff contention, noting the offensive line and run game need improvement.

The Eagles' offense draws scrutiny despite a 24-20 comeback win over the Titans. Philadelphia managed only 2.8 yards per rush and 4.7 yards per play, with Jalen Hurts pressured on 57% of dropbacks — the highest rate since 2009 — while playing without guard Landon Dickerson. Graziano labels concerns about offensive regression an OVERREACTION, citing the early season and Nashville heat.

Other topics include Atlanta's quarterback situation, whether Brian Flores deserves a head coaching job, and if the Lions will miss the playoffs. Fantasy football overreactions are also addressed.