It’s the second week of the NFL season, when early predictions start to crystallize into established trends. The Patriots continued their dominance in a 43-0 rout of the Dolphins; Lamar Jackson led the Ravens offense to another strong performance as Baltimore defeated Kyler Murray and the Cardinals. The Ringer has all that covered and more. Stay tuned right here for updates, analysis, and highlights from our staff.
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September 18, 2019
‘Slow News Day’: Eli Manning & Ben Roethlisberger Are Out, Exciting Quarterbacks Are In
Kevin Clark covers the news from Week 2 of the 2019 NFL season, including the end of a quarterback era
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September 18, 2019
Are the Jets or Giants Off to a More Disastrous Start Through Week 2?
Sam Darnold has mono. Eli Manning has been benched. And both teams have lost to the Bills. Let’s break down the state of New York football with our Helmet Catch–Butt Fumble Matrix.
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September 17, 2019
NFL Backup Quarterback Situations, Ranked: From the Jets to the Best
With Drew Brees, Ben Roethlisberger, Nick Foles, and Sam Darnold all missing time, and now Eli Manning hitting the bench in favor of Daniel Jones, which teams have the best—or worst—circumstances when it comes to their second-string QB?
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September 16, 2019
The Most Awkward Trade Destinations for Jalen Ramsey, Noted QB Trash Talker
The Jaguars All-Pro corner has reportedly requested a trade. His infamous GQ interview could make that an awkward proposition for some teams, to say the least.
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September 16, 2019
The Starting 11: The Most Convincing—and Surprising—NFC Performances Through Week 2
The Rams once again look like they have control over the conference, Russell Wilson is back to his West-terrorizing ways, and the Panthers … well, not everything can be positive
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September 16, 2019
Week 2 Recap With Chris Long
Russillo is joined by the two-time Super Bowl champion
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September 16, 2019
The Steelers Look Done Without Ben Roethlisberger. What Will Happen Now?
Pittsburgh will turn to Mason Rudolph to replace its 15-year starter, who will miss the rest of the year after undergoing elbow surgery
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September 16, 2019
The Chiefs, Ravens, and How Speedy Offenses Are Shaping Fantasy Football
Blazing-fast players like Marquise Brown, Demarcus Robinson, John Brown, and Lamar Jackson have proved difficult to stop through two weeks. Plus: this week’s fantasy risers and sliders, usage trends, and waiver wire advice.
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September 16, 2019
The Winners and Losers of NFL Week 2
Josh Allen and the Bills are officially the kings of New York—and New Jersey. Plus: Chicago finally finds a kicker, the NFL says goodbye to the baseball diamond, and Kliff Kingsbury may be a coward.
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September 15, 2019
Drew Brees Has Always Fixed Everything for the Saints. What Will They Do With Him Injured?
The all-time passing yardage leader left Sunday’s matchup against the Rams with a thumb injury that will require surgery and will sideline him for nearly half the season
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September 15, 2019
The Patrick Mahomes Sequel Looks Better Than the Original
Through two games, the reigning MVP is posting better stats on a higher volume. So much for a letdown.
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September 15, 2019
The Patriots Seem Determined to Make Antonio Brown a Focal Point of Their Offense
Brown led all New England players in targets and receiving yards in his debut against the Dolphins on Sunday days after a former trainer filed a civil complaint that said Brown sexually assaulted and raped her
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September 15, 2019
Kliff Kingsbury’s Offensive Revolution Will … Include a Lot of Field Goals?
The Cardinals new head coach has opted to kick in several short-yardage situations, and it may be costing his team
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September 13, 2019
Lamar Jackson vs. Kyler Murray Is the Best Part of Week 2 and a Celebration of Football’s Future
Two of the league’s most dynamic young QBs will face off when the Ravens host the Cardinals. Jackson and Murray are both helping to revolutionize NFL offense—just in very different ways.
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September 13, 2019
Key Week 2 Matchups and Our Daily Fantasy Lineup
Danny Kelly, Danny Heifetz, and Craig Horlbeck discuss big fantasy matchups of Week 2 before creating their ideal daily fantasy lineup
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September 13, 2019
Your Week 2 Matchup Guide: The Saints Get Their Chance at Revenge
Sean McVay and Sean Payton square off in a rematch from last season’s infamous NFC championship game. Plus, the point spreads, injuries, story lines, and everything else you need to know for every Week 2 game.
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September 13, 2019
Cam Newton’s Play Should Put the Panthers in Panic Mode
The former MVP, who underwent shoulder surgery in the offseason, was wildly inaccurate in a loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and the team didn’t make use of his rushing ability either. It’s an alarming start for 0-2 Carolina.
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September 12, 2019
Biggest Three Games of the Week, Early-Season Injuries, and the 2019 Rams With Aaron Donald
Plus, Jon Gruden’s hot start, the Chargers’ offensive game plan, and a preview of ‘Thursday Night Football’
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September 12, 2019
Heartbreak, Replayed: A Meditation on Saints Fandom Ahead of the NFC Title Game Rematch
New Orleans’s past two seasons have ended in brutal fashion. As the team gets ready to take on the Los Angeles Rams this Sunday, how is the fan base supposed to feel?