Bills QB Josh Allen, 49ers QB Brock Purdy highlight Players of the Week
Key Points:
- Josh Allen dominated in Week 2, scoring five total touchdowns (three passing, two rushing) to lead the Bills to a 41-31 win over the Lions, earning his 19th AFC Player of the Week honor.
- Brock Purdy showcased exceptional accuracy with a 90.9% completion rate, throwing for 287 yards and two touchdowns in the 49ers' 35-13 victory over the Dolphins, maintaining the NFL's highest completion percentage through two games.
- Raiders rookie Nate Masses made a significant impact with two interceptions, five tackles, and key defensive plays in the team's 26-14 win over the Chargers.
- Panthers' Jermaine Lloyd delivered a standout defensive performance with two interceptions (one returned for a touchdown), nine tackles, and multiple pass breakups in a 34-3 rout of the Falcons.
- Browns kicker Cade Szmyt was perfect on five kicks, including a 50-yard field goal, contributing 11 points to help Cleveland upset the Buccaneers 23-19. Meanwhile, Vikings' special teams player Rodgers blocked a crucial field goal and made key defensive plays in a 9-3 win over the Bears.