NFL Football 24 Hours

Last updated: September 21, 2026, 2:02 PM ET

Chiefs Offense Finds Its Rhythm

Kansas City's offense has found a new gear, and Kenneth Walker III is at the center of it. For a second straight week, the offseason acquisition paced the Chiefs in a win over the Colts, drawing praise from Patrick Mahomes, who called the production "fun for me." The victory was part of a broader Week 2 theme in which Mahomes' magic returned even as defenses around the league tightened up, with injuries to Caleb Williams and Jayden Daniels reshaping several matchups. Indianapolis coach Shane Steichen defended his decision-making in the loss, saying he planned to go for the win on fourth-and-8 if the coverage looked right.

Niners and Seahawks Stay Perfect

Brock Purdy authored a near-perfect performance in the 49ers' 35-13 win over the Dolphins, keeping San Francisco unbeaten and fueling early MVP chatter. Seattle matched that 2-0 start behind a surprising quarterback story, as coach Mike Macdonald said Sam Darnold could return to practice sooner than expected, with Drew Lock and Jaxon Smith-Njigba carrying the offense in the meantime.

Eagles Win, Then Troll

Philadelphia came back to beat Tennessee and then let the Titans hear about it. Jalen Hurts taunted the Titans after the win, telling them he "finished what you started" following a pregame exchange with Jeffery Simmons. The Eagles led a wave of petty postgame energy across the league in Week. The game itself was played in brutal conditions, with Nashville turf reaching 157 F, melting players' cleats and sending coach Nick Sirianni for an IV.

Cowboys and Commanders Split the Headlines

Dak Prescott became the Cowboys' all-time leader in touchdown passes, breaking Tony Romo's record in Sunday's game, though he made clear his sights remain on a Super Bowl. The game was overshadowed by a serious injury on the other sideline, as Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels was carted off with a dislocated elbow and sent for further tests. Washington spent the rest of the afternoon fighting from behind after losing its rookie signal-caller.

Chargers, Jets and Steelers Under Pressure

The Chargers fell to 0-2 after a loss to the Raiders, but Jim Harbaugh insisted he is not deterred while Justin Herbert preached urgency. The Jets blew their biggest fourth-quarter lead in six years in a 20-17 overtime loss to the Packers, and coach Aaron Glenn found himself defending his clock management. In Pittsburgh, Mike McCarthy shouldered the blame for the Steelers' offensive struggles, saying he felt the problems coming as early as Wednesday and Thursday. The rough start has fueled speculation about whether Pittsburgh would consider benching Aaron Rodgers, one of the biggest overreactions to emerge from Week.

Browns, Saints and Ravens QB Storylines

With rumblings that his starting job was on the line, Deshaun Watson made his case for the Browns with a strong start. In New Orleans, Tyler Shough turned the tables on the Ravens after Baltimore defensive coordinator Anthony Weaver called him a "poor man's Josh Allen." The Saints also lost left tackle Kelvin Banks Jr., who was carted off with an ankle injury against Baltimore.

Injury Wave Sweeps the League

Week 2 delivered a brutal run of injuries. Bears quarterback Caleb Williams left on a cart after falling on a scramble with a hamstring issue against the Vikings. Green Bay lost wide receiver Jayden Reed and right tackle Zach Bako-Bewele to injuries on consecutive plays, both carted off. The Patriots saw starting right guard Mike Onwenu carted off with an ankle injury against the Steelers, and the Colts' Keenan Allen faces a 3-game suspension over a DUI charge, with the NFL potentially levying a longer ban.

Falcons, Vikings and QB Returns

Atlanta is eyeing a Week 3 return for quarterback Michael Penix Jr., who is nearing a comeback and expected to keep Tua Tagovailoa in the fold. Minnesota anticipates having Kyler Murray back in Week 3 after his absence. On the injury front, the fantasy community tracked a busy inactives report, with Brock Bowers ruled out, Ladd McConkey active and Puka Nacua questionable.

Fantasy Winners and Losers

Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Cee Dee Lamb came up big in Week, while Bijan Robinson and Justin Jefferson struggled to deliver for fantasy managers. The mixed results underscored how unpredictable the young season has been for skill-position production.

Betting and Survivor Pool Chaos

The most popular survivor pick lost for a second straight week, with the Buccaneers going down and wiping out a large share of entries. With 27% of ESPN survivor picks and 6,601 entries in Circa Survivor riding on Tampa Bay, the result reshaped the competition dramatically.

Falcons' London Addresses Fan Confrontation

Falcons wide receiver Drake London said he regrets getting into a verbal confrontation with someone after Atlanta's loss, but added that he doesn't take lightly to disrespect. The exchange added another layer to a frustrating start for the Falcons.

Off the Field: York, Accorsi and Style

49ers owner Jed York is not expected to attend the team's home opener as NFL discipline looms, according to sources. The league also mourned longtime executive Ernie Accorsi, the architect of the Giants team that won a historic Super Bowl, who died at. And in the tunnel, Week 2 delivered its usual fashion statements, with George Pickens and Jayden Daniels among the top pregame arrivals around the league.

: Rings and Rankings

As the season settles in, the debate over legacy is already underway. Our ranking of the top 10 players without a Super Bowl ring kicks off a new series examining the best to never win it all.