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The Las Vegas Raiders got a troubling performance from their quarterback, and it was bad enough for fans to hit the panic button. The result was a loss to the Chargers, and here are the Raiders most to blame for the ugly Week 2 setback. Smith threw three interceptions as the Raiders struggled mightily in […]

It turned out to be a lawn-chair Sunday for Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen. And the Ravens’ Derrick Henry turned in a clunker on the heels of a Week 1 gaffe. However, there’s no need to stress over the Fantasy Football bad beats from Allen, Henry, and certain others during Week 2. Allen did next […]

The Green Bay Packers are NFL elite, and one of their key players fits that definition at least in terms of scoring. Head coach Matt LaFleur applauded Josh Jacobs for his 10-game touchdown streak, according to a post on X by Ryan Wood. “Matt LaFleur on what Josh Jacobs’ current 10-game streak with a rushing […]

It wasn’t all fun for the Baltimore Ravens as they had a key injury against the Browns. However, John Harbaugh credited the Browns for playing smart football in the Week 2 blowout. He said the Browns had the right game plan, according to a post on X by Jeff Zrebiec. “Harbaugh: “They weren’t going to […]

The Denver Broncos lost to the Colts in part because of a leverage penalty. And the result didn’t sit well with Sean Payton. But here are the Broncos most to blame for the crazy Week 2 loss to the Colts. Spencer Shrader made a 45-yard field goal with no time remaining to give the Colts […]

In a thrilling show, Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott kept his dominance of the Giants rolling. And Prescott’s ownership of the floundering Giants is matched by just one other quarterback in NFL history, according to a post on X by Dallas Cowboys Public Relations. “Dak Prescott (@dak) has won 14 consecutive starts against the N.Y. […]

Injuries have been part of the landscape for the Cincinnati Bengals. And after the Joe Burrow setback, there’s more injury news with Shemar Stewart doubtful for Week 3 because of an ankle sprain, according to a post on X by Ben Baby. “Bengals DE Shemar Stewart suffered a sprained ankle against Jacksonville, Zac Taylor said. […]

While New Orleans Saints head coach Kellen Moore is learning the ropes, a veteran said goodbye to the city. Also, Moore will have to deal with an injury to the Saints’ 2025 third-round pick, who is out for the season with a hip injury. New Orleans lost defensive tackle Vernon Broughton, according to a post […]

It was a bad afternoon for the New York Giants and Russell Wilson. His overtime blunders left Giants fans shaking their heads. But he wasn’t alone in blame, and here are the Giants most to blame for the dramatic Week 2 loss to the Cowboys. Brandon Aubrey kicked a 46-yard field goal as time expired […]

Before the season, Jeffery Simmons of the Tennessee Titans had to deal with a rookie. The practice incident prompted his teammates to make comments. But Simmons had a better day Monday, getting a raise in 2025 with a contract revision, according to a post on X by Ian Rapoport. “#Titans DT Jeff Simmons has signed […]

The problems showed up throughout the Washington Commanders’ game against the Packers. But Jayden Daniels isn’t panicking. And there’s no need to put the Commanders on fraud watch after the Thursday night drubbing versus the Packers. First, let’s be clear about this matchup. Green Bay played at home for the second straight week. The Commanders […]

As the New York Jets try to recover from a tough loss, they are expected to struggle against the Bills in Week 2. Furthermore, Aaron Glenn gave Josh Allen his flowers ahead of the tilt against a team many consider the best in the NFL. Glenn, the Jets head coach, said Allen has that extra […]

It might be easy to throw blame at Washington Commanders kicker Matt Gay. Or it might be easy to say the team succumbed to the Packers’ fierce pass rush. But here are the Commanders most to blame after the convincing Week 2 loss to the Packers. First, the Commanders didn’t have the right approach from […]

The Seattle Seahawks are coming off a tough loss, and now they face an underdog role against the Steelers. Further complicating the issue, secondary players Devon Witherspoon, Nick Emmanwori missed practice again before the Steelers tilt. Because of the situation, the Seahawks face some decisions, according to a post on X by Bob Condotta. “Devon […]

Will Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix make a change to help him avoid turnovers? And will head coach Sean Payton chill on his team a bit? The Broncos’ offensive coordinator pointed out one area that caused Nix’s Week 1 struggles. It’s as simple as fundamentals, according to a post on X by Zac Stevens. “Joe […]

While the Washington Commanders have their own headache with Micah Parsons, the Packers face a serious challenge as well. And Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels is set to torch the Packers’ defense on Thursday Night Football. Daniels got off to a modest start in the season-opening 21-6 win over the New York Giants. He completed 19 […]

The Washington Commanders got good news for tonight’s game, and Jayden Daniels will try to continue rolling forward. And they will have new faces on the sidelines as the Commanders elevated two players from the practice squad before the Thursday Night Football matchup against the Packers, according to a post on X by Adam Schefter. […]

It has been a week of regrouping for the Carolina Panthers. Meanwhile, the Arizona Cardinals are dealing with a special teams injury in a win. These teams meet in Week 2 of the 2025 NFL season, and here are the bold predictions. The Panthers got hammered 26-10 against the Jaguars, featuring a disappointing start for […]

It’s a big showdown, and quarterback Jayden Daniels is off the Washington Commanders’ injury report. However, the Commanders have a problem looming with the Packers’ defense. And here is why Packers defensive end Micah Parsons will be the Commanders’ worst nightmare on Thursday Night Football. First, Parsons knows the Commanders all too well. Yes, he hasn’t […]

While the New York Giants are sorting out the aftermath of a rough opener, the Dallas Cowboys are trying to rally around their quarterback. They meet each other in Week 2 of the 2025 NFL season, and here are bold predictions for the NFC East matchup. Dallas came up on the short end of a […]

As fantasy football managers charge into game two, there are some guys to grab off the waiver wire. Also, a few players might need to be sent packing. However, don’t neglect the important fantasy football tight end list, and here are the ClutchPoints rankings for Week 2 of the 2025 season. The only problem with […]

After a tough loss, Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald talked about the needs for his offense, and also his controversial fourth-down decision. And here are the Seahawks most to blame for the crushing Week 1 loss to the 49ers. Jake Tonges caught a deflected pass for a late touchdown, slapping the Seahawks with a […]

Entering Sunday’s game, the Tennessee Titans hoped to begin a season of proving themselves. They wound up with head coach Brian Callahan failing to prove he knows the rules in Week 1. And here are the Titans most to blame for the Week 1 loss to the Broncos. The Denver defense spoiled the Titans’ 2025 debut […]

Things turned the Minnesota Vikings’ way, giving Kevin O’Connell a chance to take a dig at reporters. Quarterback J.J. McCarthy finally settled in and got things done. The Vikings can crow by saying, “Aaron Rodgers who?” as McCarthy’s swagger in the comeback proved them right — at least for now. O’Connell, the Vikings head coach, […]

Optimism remains high for the Dallas Cowboys, despite a Week 1 loss that made owner Jerry Jones feel very bad. Still, Jones claimed that quarterback Dak Prescott played one of his best games in the loss to the Eagles. Jones said he likes the direction Prescott is headed, according to a post on X by […]

Sometimes, fantasy football managers are challenged by circumstances that come up early in the season. But defenses are usually pretty level throughout. Here are the fantasy football defense/special teams rankings for Week 2 of the 2025 NFL season. At the head of the list is the NFL’s best defense. The Denver Broncos are going to […]

It wasn’t a great debut for the Chicago Bears’ Ben Johnson. Nor did things end well for Caleb Williams. However, Williams made a promise after contributing to the Monday night collapse against the Vikings. Williams said the Bears felt like they had the game in complete control, according to Audacy.com. “We felt like we were […]

There’s no way to sugarcoat the Baltimore Ravens’ collapse against the Bills. Perhaps the team needs to re-evaluate its overall approach. But the latest choke versus the Bills shows they still can’t be taken seriously as a Super Bowl threat. Don’t take this the wrong way. This isn’t saying the Ravens will collapse and finish […]

The Seattle Seahawks are dealing with the aftermath of a tough loss. And rookie Jalen Milroe didn’t have much of a role. But Mike Macdonald revealed a need for the Seahawks offense. Macdonald said the team needs more deception, according to a post on X by Dugar, Michael-Shawn. Mike Macdonald: “We need to (play)-action more. […]

The Detroit Lions got packed and put away by Green Bay. And quarterback Jared Goff called for a sense of urgency. However, head coach Dan Campbell gave a silver lining after the Week 1 drubbing at the hands of the Packers, according to a post on X by Eric Woodyard. “Dan Campbell looking ahead: “The […]

It was an ugly finish for the Baltimore Ravens, leaving John Harbaugh to defend his decisions. Also, an incident between Lamar Jackson and a fan left the fan banned from NFL stadiums. Furthermore, Harbaugh broke his silence on the altercation, according to a post on X by Jamison Hensley. “John Harbaugh on Lamar Jackson’s altercation […]

The Carolina Panthers had an ugly start to the 2025 NFL season. And maybe a big part of the problem is the quarterback position. Certainly, it’s time to take a look at the Bryce Young panic meter after a brutal Week 1 showing versus the Jaguars. Criticism will follow Young this week after this third […]

The New York Giants didn’t get off to a good start in a Week 1 loss to the Washington Commanders. In fact, they set an 83-year-old mark for ineptitude. But they’re sticking to their guns as head coach Brian Daboll made a quarterback decision for Week 2 versus the Cowboys, according to a post on […]

The New Orleans Saints already had edge rusher Chase Young on the shelf before Sunday’s game. And now they’re down a safety as their starter suffered a significant injury versus the Cardinals, according to a post on X by Nick Underhill. “S Julian Blackmon suffered a significant injury against the Cardinals and is expected to […]

It wasn’t a great opener for the Detroit Lions. And they had a running back set an unfortunate record. Therefore, is it time for the Lions to panic after a dreadful Week 1 without Ben Johnson and Aaron Glenn? The Lions lost their offensive coordinator, Johnson, in the offseason as he became head coach of […]

Finally, the Indianapolis Colts earned a Week 1 victory. And maybe Daniel Jones will be their quarterback answer. Also, the Colts achieved a feat not seen since 1977 in the domination of the Dolphins, according to a post on X by Marcel Louis-Jacques. “Expanding on this: the Colts are the 1st team since 1977 to […]

The disastrous Miami Dolphins’ loss had Tyreek Hill up in arms. And it wasn’t a good day for Tua Tagovailoa. Furthermore, the quarterback said he knows fans don’t pay for the garbage they saw, according to a post on X by Joe Schad. “Tua: “The way we lost? Nobody pays, none of the fans pay […]

With Deebo Samuel shining, the Washington Commanders rolled past the Giants. And Jayden Daniels got off to a winning start. However, here is what Daniels told Tom Brady about the sloppy Week 1 win, according to a post on X by JP Finlay. “Jayden Daniels tells Tom Brady that he’s happy with the Week 1 […]

CeeDee Lamb’s drops indeed played a role in the Dallas Cowboys’ loss to the Eagles, but head coach Brian Schottenheimer thinks his team is Super Bowl-bound. Still, here is what made Cowboys owner Jerry Jones sick about losing to the Eagles. And Scottenheimer is the reason, according to The Athletic. “It just makes me sick […]