Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels, peers in crisis?

Key Points:

• Eight NFL teams enter Week 3 of the 2026 season winless, with only 16% historically overcoming an 0-2 start to make the playoffs since the field expanded in 2020.
• The 2024 first-round quarterback class faces challenges as two QBs, including top pick Caleb Williams, suffered injuries, while others remain sidelined or underperforming compared to their 2025 AFC championship contributions.
• The Minnesota Vikings lead the NFC North after winning at Soldier Field again despite missing injured QB Kyler Murray, while the New York Jets and other teams experiment with alternate white helmets as a new uniform trend.
• The Los Angeles Rams prepare to debut throwback uniforms and feature retired star Aaron Donald's return, while veteran QB Aaron Rodgers struggled in a heavy loss for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
• Several teams with tough starts, including the Chicago Bears, Houston Texans, and Indianapolis Colts, face early-season concerns, while players like Dak Prescott and Ja’Marr Chase achieve personal milestones amidst uneven team performances.