NFL Week 2 latest intel, buzz questions, news, fantasy tips
Key Points:
- The quarterback situations for the Vikings, Seahawks, and Falcons remain uncertain heading into Week 2, with Kyler Murray likely to start for Minnesota if he clears concussion protocol, Drew Lock expected to fill in for the injured Sam Darnold in Seattle, and Atlanta possibly relying on Cooper Rush again due to Tua Tagovailoa's oblique strain and Michael Penix Jr.'s ongoing ACL recovery.
- The Rams and Chargers face early-season challenges; the Rams struggled offensively and lost star pass rusher Myles Garrett to injury, while the Chargers' offense faltered after losing wide receiver Ladd McConkey to injury, raising concerns about their offensive consistency and the need for a Week 2 win against the Raiders.
- Among new coaches, Mike LaFleur of the Cardinals impressed with a strong Week 1 performance, while Cleveland's Todd Monken faced criticism due to a flat offensive showing; rookie debuts highlighted promising performances from edge rushers David Bailey (Jets) and Josiah Trotter (Buccaneers).
- Fantasy football advice includes considering trading Houston running back David Montgomery despite his three-touchdown debut, and monitoring Carolina wide receiver Jalen Coker, who showed breakout potential but is nursing an ankle sprain.
- Additional league notes cover Josh Allen's strong rapport with new Bills coach Joe Brady, ongoing investigations and potential suspension for Rams' Josh Jacobs related to a criminal case, and injury updates such as 49ers rookie De'Zhaun Stribling's deltoid sprain and Raiders tight end Brock Bowers' manageable knee injury.