In Week 2 of the NFL season, the focus has been on Tua Tagovailoa’s concussion, but there are other intriguing storylines to watch out for. The Green Bay Packers are facing the possibility of treading water without quarterback Jordan Love, while the Dallas Cowboys hype train is gearing up for a showdown with the New Orleans Saints. Joe Burrow will once again meet Patrick Mahomes, and the Chicago Bears and Houston Texans will cap off Sunday’s action.
According to The Athletic’s Mike Sando, Jeff Howe, and Zak Keefer, there are plenty of things to dissect heading into the weekend.
Sando is perplexed by the Carolina Panthers’ poor performance, particularly their 47-10 loss to the New Orleans Saints. With defensive lineman Derrick Brown out for the season, Sando wonders what the path forward looks like for the struggling Panthers.
The conversation then shifts to the Dallas Cowboys, with Sando expressing doubts about their ability to make a deep playoff run. Despite their talent, the Cowboys have been inconsistent in recent seasons, and Sando questions whether they can overcome their postseason woes. Howe agrees, noting that the Cowboys need to prove themselves against quality opponents like the Saints in order to be taken seriously.
Keefer chimes in on the Cowboys’ offensive prowess, highlighting the talents of Dak Prescott and CeeDee Lamb. He also praises the Saints’ performance but believes their true test will come against a strong team like the Cowboys.
As for the Packers, Howe is concerned about the team’s prospects if Jordan Love misses significant time. The Packers will need solid performances from their running game, receivers, and defense in Love’s absence. Sando adds that Mixon’s impressive performance on the field deserves recognition, especially compared to Diggs’ less stellar stats.
Keefer provides insight from the Texans-Colts game, praising Mixon’s rejuvenated play and the resilience of rookie quarterback Williams. Despite a rough debut, Williams remains determined to improve and learn from his mistakes.
Overall, Week 2 promises to be filled with exciting matchups and potential surprises. From quarterback injuries to offensive explosions, the NFL season is in full swing, and fans can expect plenty of drama and excitement in the weeks to come.
