Falcons rally at Lambeau
Atlanta beat Green Bay 35-14 on Thursday night at Lambeau Field. Michael Penix Jr., making his first start, settled in as Bijan Robinson piled up 200+ scrimmage yards with two TDs and Drake London caught nine passes for 194 yards. The Falcons’ balanced attack produced 498 total yards.
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LaFleur addresses home setback
After Green Bay’s 35-14 loss to Atlanta, coach Matt LaFleur acknowledged the team must improve, saying they’re “nowhere near where we need to be.” Tucker Kraft urged focus on returning to fundamentals. The Packers were outgained 498-328 and managed just 22 rushing yards in the home opener.
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Bosa sidelined for weeks
San Francisco announced Nick Bosa pulled a calf in practice and will miss “a few weeks,” with no immediate decision on injured reserve. The 49ers, 2-0, must adjust without their veteran pass rusher after an early-season calf setback; coach Kyle Shanahan said the injury isn’t believed to be long term.
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Allen’s historic early surge
Josh Allen has begun 2026 with one of the rarest hot starts: NBC Sports notes he’s one of three players with nine or more total touchdowns and zero turnovers through the first two games of a season. Allen’s efficiency is driving Buffalo’s early success and putting league trends into focus.
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Daniels update: no surgery yet
Washington GM Adam Peters said Friday that surgery isn’t currently on the table for Jayden Daniels after the quarterback dislocated his left elbow. Daniels is considered week-to-week; Marcus Mariota will start while the team pursues treatment options and monitors the 2024 Offensive Rookie of the Year’s recovery.
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Herbert defends Chargers’ leadership
Chargers QB Justin Herbert pushed back on questions about the team’s leadership after a 0-2 start, saying, “I trust those guys in that locker room.” Herbert emphasized internal confidence as Los Angeles prepares to face Buffalo, aiming to translate talent into wins.
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Giants’ Dart headed to surgery
The New York Giants will have QB Jaxson Dart undergo knee surgery, NFL.com’s Friday roundup reports. Dart has been placed on injured reserve and is expected to miss the regular season while the club addresses meniscus and MCL damage. The move hands the Giants a veteran backup role to fill.
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Darnold cleared to return
Sam Darnold is set to return for the Seattle Seahawks after recovering from a glute injury sustained in Week 1, Fox Sports reports. Darnold practiced and will resume starting duties against Washington while the club balances playtime and health after his earlier absence.
Source: FOX Sports