Last updated: September 30, 2026, 6:28 AM ET
NFL Game Results
The Ravens secured a victory over the Cowboys in Rio de Janeiro, winning 34-31 in an international ratings-record game. The Bears defeated the Eagles 20-16 on Monday Night Football, with Case Keenum making his first NFL start in 1,009 days. The Lions continued their high-scoring trend to start the season, enjoying another offensive showcase.
Player Performances
George Kittle returned from injury after a 243-day recovery from a torn Achilles, appearing ready to contribute for the 49ers. Brock Bowers emerged as a key target for the Rams under new offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak. Justin Jefferson avoided serious injury with only an ankle sprain, keeping his availability for Week 4 intact. Jalen Ramsey reported a broken wrist, casting doubt on his availability for the Steelers' Thursday game.
Team Updates and Moves
The Giants released Odell Beckham Jr. amid ongoing struggles from the veteran wide receiver. The Patriots placed Greg Van Roten on IR, exceeding their injured reserve designations for the 2025 season. The Bengals cut Ke'Shawn Williams following a muffed punt in their loss to the Steelers. The Panthers confirmed Damien Lewis will miss time due to a UCL injury in his elbow. The Commanders ruled out Sam Cosmi and Nick Cross for their Week 4 London game.
Coaching and Management
Brian Schottenheimer vowed improvement after meeting with Jerry Jones, acknowledging the need to be better following the Cowboys' Rio gaffes. Jerry Jones offered no explanation for late coaching errors in the Ravens game. Sean McVay refused to make excuses after the Rams' loss to the Broncos, rejecting the idea that a pass interference call victimized his team. Nick Sirianni expressed regret for his sideline reaction to a flagged hit on Jalen Hurts during the Eagles' loss to the Bears.
Fantasy and Betting Insights
Week 3 fantasy standouts included Jahmyr Gibbs and Jaxon Smith-Njigba, who stayed hot, while Amon-Ra St. Brown and Taylor went quiet. Early Week 4 betting value appeared in four games, featuring the Cowboys, Bills, Jaguars, and Bengals. Eric Karabell released his flex rankings for Week, offering guidance on closely ranked players. Tua Tagovailoa described his Falcons QB2 role as "the job description right now," noting he is not 100% recovered from his oblique injury.
Injury Report
Breece Hall is considered week-to-week with a quad injury sustained in the Jets' loss. Baker Mayfield will miss at least three weeks for the Buccaneers due to a dislocated thumb. Justin Jefferson has an ankle sprain but could play this week for the Vikings. Damien Lewis faces a UCL injury that will sideline him for weeks. Jalen Ramsey reported a broken wrist, with his Thursday status unclear.
Power Rankings and Analysis
The latest power rankings showed shifts at the top, with the Raiders rising and the Patriots falling after three weeks. J.J. McCarthy's trade is being analyzed for its potential impact on the Giants' quarterback situation. The Vikings are evaluating whether they got enough back in the McCarthy deal. The Ravens followed up their Rio win by mocking the Cowboys, declaring themselves "Rio's team now" after topping Week 3 trolls. Drake Maye's struggles have left the Patriots last in offensive points per game at just 9.7, prompting calls to fix the offense. Jim Harbaugh told Justin Herbert to be better after the Chargers' loss, offering a rare public critique of his quarterback.