Five coaches and players under the most pressure in Week 3

In the NFL, patience is a luxury few are afforded. Entering Week 3, some coaches and players are already feeling the heat after slow starts. Below, we take a closer look at five that must turn things around this weekend.

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Packers, Josh Jacobs get major update about potential suspension

Green Bay Packers star running back Josh Jacobs remains on the commissioner's exempt list after he reached a plea deal related to his May arrest in Wisconsin. A new development in the case could impact the league's investigation into the matter.

Packers have high expectations for Zach Bako-Bewele's replacement

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Giants reporter shares final verdict on trade rumors regarding McCarthy

Giants reporter shares final verdict on trade rumors regarding Vikings' J.J. McCarthy

Giants starting QB Jaxson Dart went down with a knee injury that will keep him out of action through at least the rest of the regular season.

Giants have an obvious trade replacement for Jaxson Dart

Insider addresses rumors linking Giants with J.J. McCarthy after Jaxson Dart injury

Four QBs the Giants should target in wake of concerning Jaxson Dart injury update

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How many of the NFL quarterbacks to emerge victorious from their first start in the postseason in the Super Bowl Era (since 1966) can you name eight minutes?

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The '4K-yard, 30-TD NFL seasons' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks to rack up at least 4,000-passing-yards and toss at least 30 touchdowns in the same season can you name in six minutes?

New York Giants News / Yardbarker / September 24

Nagy sends Beckham message to Giants fans after no-show vs. Rams

Matt Nagy sends Odell Beckham Jr. message to Giants fans after no-show vs. Rams

Beckham attracted zero targets over the first two games of the season.

Why Giants must replace Jameis Winston with a more reliable option

Giants' John Harbaugh shares bold Jameis Winston claim after devastating Jaxson Dart report

Giants' John Harbaugh shares surprising Jaxson Dart injury update

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / September 24

Steelers could make significant offensive changes after rough start

Aaron Rodgers and Mike McCarthy came out of the team's Week 2 game against the New England Patriots with a dismal 20-3 loss and lots of questions.

Ben Roethlisberger offers Steelers advice for their DK Metcalf problem

Bengals' Joe Burrow sends message to Steelers fans before game in Pittsburgh

NFL executives link Joey Porter Jr. with two NFC teams amid contract standoff

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Would Chargers trade Herbert if season keeps going sideways?

Would Chargers trade QB Justin Herbert if season keeps going sideways?

Entering Week 3 of the 2026 NFL season, the 0-2 Chargers are a shipwreck.

Justin Herbert fires back at leadership questions amid Chargers' woes

Jim Harbaugh, Chargers have some soul-searching to do

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49ers' John Lynch addresses Mac Jones trade rumors

A rash of quarterback injuries across the league, particularly Jaxson Dart in New York, has spurred another round of trade rumors.

Why Giants must replace Jameis Winston with a more reliable option

49ers' John Lynch on overcoming D-line injuries: 'I think we're equipped for it'

49ers star receives absurd fine for on-field celebration

Why Fred Warner is convinced the 49ers run defense will improve

The 'Last rookie QB three-TD games by NFL team' quiz

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49ers star receives absurd fine for on-field celebration

The NFL has at times been called the "No Fun League" by fans for its crackdown on taunting and celebrations. It's latest fine won't do much to dissuade such characterizations.

Christian McCaffrey reveals what made the 49ers feel different from the start

49ers insider shares fresh update on trade rumors regarding Colts' DeForest Buckner

49ers' Mac Jones could be traded under one condition

Christian McCaffrey joined an elite NFL club in Week 2

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Los Angeles Rams News / Yardbarker / September 24

Rams' Sean McVay shares concerning Puka Nacua update

Nacua missed Week 2 and McVay addressed the receivers chances of playing in Week 3.

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Sean McVay had amazing mic drop quote after Rams’ win over Giants

The '2025 NFL receiving leaders' quiz

Baltimore Ravens News / Yardbarker / September 24

Ravens get Zay Flowers injury update ahead of Week 3

The Baltimore Ravens packed their bags to take their talents to South America for a Week 3 date with the Dallas Cowboys, but Lamar Jackson may not have his best pass catcher when he takes the field in Brazil.

Jamal Lewis gives strong Derrick Henry advice to Ravens after loss to Saints

Cowboys players sound alarms about facing Ravens' Lamar Jackson in Brazil

'This is America, that's Brazil': Ravens QB Lamar Jackson pokes fun at Cowboys' 'America's Team' moniker ahead of Week 3

Two-minute drill: Ravens-Cowboys square off in Brazil, QB injuries take a toll, surprising starts and more

The '2025 NFL receiving leaders' quiz

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 24

Lions get fresh trade message regarding Steelers' Joey Porter Jr.

Are the Lions the most logical trade suitor for Porter Jr.?

NFL executives link Joey Porter Jr. with two NFC teams amid contract standoff

Steve Smith Sr. addresses struggles of Steelers' DK Metcalf this season

Aaron Rodgers seems to send message to Mike McCarthy after Patriots loss

Ben Roethlisberger offers Steelers advice for their DK Metcalf problem

Los Angeles Rams News / Yardbarker / September 24

Kelly Stafford opens up about Matthew Stafford retirement chatter

Matthew Stafford will turn 39 years old on Feb. 7, 2027, one week before Super Bowl LXI takes place at the Rams' SoFi Stadium.

Ian Rapoport drops worrisome Puka Nacua injury update ahead of Week 3

Rams may need even more from Davante Adams in 'SNF' Broncos clash following Puka Nacua update

NFL Week 3 prime-time predictions: Futile Falcons flounder in Michael Penix Jr.'s return

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Washington Commanders News / Yardbarker / September 24

Commanders may have dodged a bullet with Jayden Daniels

It's been a tough start to the season for several quarterbacks, among them Jayden Daniels.

Dan Quinn sets the record straight on Commanders players’ reaction to Jayden Daniels’ injury

Commanders players push back against potential Jayden Daniels controversy

Two-minute drill: Ravens-Cowboys square off in Brazil, QB injuries take a toll, surprising starts and more

The 'Rookie passing-TD records' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 24

Browns insider shares Sanders trade update after Giants lose Dart

Browns insider shares Shedeur Sanders trade update after Giants lose Jaxson Dart to injury

Sanders lost a competition for the Cleveland starting QB job to veteran Deshaun Watson this past summer.

Giants' John Harbaugh shares bold Jameis Winston claim after devastating Jaxson Dart report

Giants' John Harbaugh shares surprising Jaxson Dart injury update

Todd Monken admits mistake with Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders

The 'Last rookie QB three-TD games by NFL team' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 24

Texans' Anderson shares wild Jones, Burrow take ahead of Colts game

Texans' Will Anderson Jr. shares wild Daniel Jones, Joe Burrow take ahead of Colts game

Coming off a 20-6 loss to the Bengals, the 0-2 Texans will play the 0-2 Colts in what could prove to be a massive game for both clubs this coming Sunday.

Bengals' Joe Burrow sends message to Steelers fans before game in Pittsburgh

Two-minute drill: Ravens-Cowboys square off in Brazil, QB injuries take a toll, surprising starts and more

Perfect no more: Predicting the three most vulnerable 2-0 NFL teams in Week 3

The '2024-25 NFL passing-yard leaders' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 24

Lions' Goff sends strong message to 'vultures' before Week 3 game

Lions QB Jared Goff sends strong message to 'vultures' before Week 3 game vs. Jets

Detroit escaped with a 31-30 overtime win over the 1-1 New Orleans Saints at home in Week 1 and lost to the 2-0 Buffalo Bills, 41-31, on the road in Week 2.

Lions get fresh trade message regarding Steelers' Joey Porter Jr.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / September 24

Analyst suggests big trade for Chiefs amid Rashee Rice's early-season slump

Should the Chiefs make a move to bolster their WR corps?

NFL executives respond to trade chatter regarding Cardinals' Marvin Harrison Jr.

Cardinals' Marvin Harrison Jr., Jacoby Brissett address confidence, effort narratives amid trade rumors

Report suggests NFL teams are nervous about recovery of Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes

Chiefs' Andy Reid, Patrick Mahomes send messages about play of WR Xavier Worthy

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NFL News / Yardbarker / September 24

Smith urges Giants to pursue Sanders after Dart injury

Stephen A. Smith urges Giants to pursue Shedeur Sanders after Jaxson Dart injury

The Giants will be without Dart for the entire season after he suffered an injury in Week 2.

Browns insider shares Shedeur Sanders trade update after Giants lose Jaxson Dart to injury

Browns reportedly were ready to make Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders move before win over Buccaneers

Todd Monken admits mistake with Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders

The 'Single-game rookie RB touchdown leaders' quiz

Miami Dolphins News / Yardbarker / September 24

Dolphins rookie has blunt message ahead of home opener amid 0-2 start

The losses have come against the Las Vegas Raiders and San Francisco 49ers on the road, and the Dolphins have scored 13 points each in the first two games.

Could 49ers sign Tyreek Hill amid slate of WR injuries?

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Yardbarker / September 24

Buccaneers legend shares worrisome revelation about 0-2 team

Buccaneers legend Ronde Barber shares worrisome revelation about 0-2 team

The Bucs fell to 0-2 on the season when they suffered a 23-19 Week 2 loss at home to a Cleveland Browns side that was blown out to the tune of 34-10 the previous Sunday.

Baker Mayfield sends strong message to Buccaneers after 0-2 start

The 'Most 20-passing-TD NFL seasons' quiz

Kansas City Chiefs News / Yardbarker / September 24

Chiefs get another bleak Josh Simmons injury update

Andy Reid addressed Simmons' injury.

Troy Aikman gives big hint about post-playing future of Chiefs' Travis Kelce

Chiefs' Andy Reid, Patrick Mahomes send messages about play of WR Xavier Worthy

Report suggests NFL teams are nervous about recovery of Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes

Patrick Mahomes wants Chiefs to keep proving doubters wrong

Two-minute drill: Ravens-Cowboys square off in Brazil, QB injuries take a toll, surprising starts and more

Kansas City Chiefs News / Yardbarker / September 24

Aikman gives big hint about post-playing future of Chiefs' Kelce

Troy Aikman gives big hint about post-playing future of Chiefs' Travis Kelce

Hall of Fame quarterback and current ESPN personality Troy Aikman had an opportunity to chat with Kelce ahead of the Chiefs' Week 1 "Monday Night Football" game against the Denver Broncos earlier in September.

Andy Reid has bad news for Kenneth Walker III

Report suggests NFL teams are nervous about recovery of Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes

Patrick Mahomes wants Chiefs to keep proving doubters wrong

The '10K-yard, 80-TD NFL receivers' quiz

Los Angeles Rams News / Yardbarker / September 24