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NFL 2025-26 Season
Coverage of the 2025-26 NFL season including player injuries, team performances, and notable events.
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2026-09-10 to 2026-10-30 · UTC publication dates
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Brock Bowers missed first two weeks of 2026 season due to meniscus injury
Brock Bowers, a Raiders tight end, missed the first two weeks of the 2026 regular season after undergoing a meniscus trim procedure on September 8. He practiced on a limited basis Wednesday and Thursday before missing Friday's practice as planned. Bowers had previously suffered a posterior cruciate ligament injury and bone bruise in his left knee in the 2025 season opener.
Brock Bowers expected to play for Raiders in Week 3 against Saints
Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers is expected to play Sunday against the New Orleans Saints in Week 3 of the 2026 NFL season, according to sources. Bowers was listed as questionable with a knee injury after undergoing a meniscus trim procedure on September 8. Coach Klint Kubiak expressed optimism about his return, and the team did not elevate a tight end for game day, indicating confidence in Bowers' availability.
Bowers has accumulated 176 receptions over his first two NFL seasons
Brock Bowers, considered one of the best tight ends in the NFL, has caught 176 passes for 1,874 yards and 12 touchdowns over his first two seasons in the league as a 2024 first-round draft pick.
Michael Mayer served as top tight end for Raiders in Bowers' absence
With Brock Bowers sidelined due to injury for the first two weeks of the 2026 season, Michael Mayer served as the Raiders' top tight end, catching nine passes for 55 yards. Mayer recently received a contract extension from the team, indicating the Raiders' commitment to a tight end-heavy offensive scheme.
Panthers RB Jonathon Brooks placed on injured reserve with core muscle injury
Carolina Panthers running back Jonathon Brooks was placed on injured reserve after sustaining a core muscle injury (groin) in the fourth quarter of the team's 34-3 win over Atlanta on Sunday. Brooks underwent surgery Wednesday and is expected to miss at least six weeks but is projected to return this season.
Panthers sign safety Isaiah Simmons to 53-man roster
The Carolina Panthers promoted safety Isaiah Simmons from the practice squad to the 53-man roster as a corresponding move to placing Jonathon Brooks on injured reserve. Simmons has been elevated to the gameday roster for the first two games and has played 80 percent of the team's special teams snaps.
Panthers face Cleveland Browns in Week 3 matchup
The Carolina Panthers are scheduled to play the Cleveland Browns on Sunday in Week 3 of the NFL season. Both teams enter the game with 1-1 records.
Panthers to work out veteran running back Austin Ekeler
The Carolina Panthers will work out free agent running back Austin Ekeler on Wednesday as a potential backup option with the team short at the running back position. Ekeler, 31, last played for the Washington Commanders in 2025 and suffered a torn Achilles in September 2025 but received medical clearance in April 2026.
New England Patriots lose to Seattle Seahawks 13-10 in Week 1
The New England Patriots suffered a 13-10 loss to the Seattle Seahawks in their Week 1 opener, a rematch of last season's Super Bowl, leaving them with a 0-1 record.
Aaron Rodgers playing for Pittsburgh Steelers in 2026 season
Aaron Rodgers is the quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 2026 NFL season. The Steelers have added more playmakers around Rodgers compared to recent seasons.
Drake Maye is New England Patriots quarterback in 2026
Drake Maye is the quarterback for the New England Patriots in the 2026 NFL season. The team needs more consistency from Maye and their offensive line as they face Pittsburgh's strong defensive front.
Pittsburgh Steelers vs. New England Patriots Week 2 matchup scheduled
The Pittsburgh Steelers will play the New England Patriots in a Week 2 NFL game on Sunday, September 20, 2026 at 1 p.m. ET at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. The game will air on CBS and be available to stream on DIRECTV, FuboTV, Paramount+, and other platforms.
Pittsburgh Steelers defeat Atlanta Falcons 20-13 in Week 1
The Pittsburgh Steelers won their Week 1 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons with a final score of 20-13, improving to 1-0 to start the 2026 NFL season.
Joe Burrow listed as questionable with back injury
Cincinnati Bengals starting quarterback Joe Burrow was limited in practice during the week leading up to the Houston game due to a back injury and was listed as questionable on the team's injury report.
Multiple Houston Texans players ruled out for Week 2 game
The Houston Texans ruled out multiple key players for the Week 2 game against Cincinnati, including star receiver Nico Collins, starting guard Ed Ingram, defensive end Jadeveon Clowney, and linebacker Jacob Hummel.
Cincinnati Bengals face Houston Texans in NFL Week 2 game
The Cincinnati Bengals played the Houston Texans in an NFL Week 2 matchup at Reliant Stadium in Houston on September 20, 2026. The Bengals were seeking their second consecutive win after defeating the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 1. The Texans were coming off a narrow loss to the Buffalo Bills in their season opener.
Josh Johnson elevated from practice squad as backup quarterback
The Cincinnati Bengals elevated veteran quarterback Josh Johnson from the practice squad to the active roster in response to Joe Burrow's back injury.
Jets employ five tight ends in single offensive formation
The New York Jets used five tight ends in a single offensive play formation during their Week 1 game against the Tennessee Titans. The formation included tight ends Kenyon Sadiq, Mason Taylor, Jeremy Ruckert, and fullback Andrew Beck counted as a tight end. According to the Jets' analytics team, no evidence of a five tight end personnel grouping could be found in NFL history going back 20 years.
Micah Parsons tears ACL, leading to Green Bay Packers' extended losing streak
Defensive end Micah Parsons, acquired by the Green Bay Packers in a trade before the previous season, tore his ACL in a game against the Denver Broncos in December. Following Parsons' injury, the Packers lost that game and subsequently lost their next four games, including a playoff loss to the Chicago Bears. The losing streak extended to six consecutive games.
New York Jets defeat Tennessee Titans in Week 1 NFL game
The New York Jets won their Week 1 NFL matchup against the Tennessee Titans on the road. Quarterback Geno Smith completed 19 of 24 passes (79.2%) for 215 yards with a 104.0 passer rating. Running back Breece Hall accumulated 118 scrimmage yards including 102 rushing yards and scored a rushing touchdown. The Jets' defense allowed just 10 points and 195 total yards, which ranked as the second-fewest in the NFL for Week 1.
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Saints crisis deepens as Falcons dominate in New Orleans rout
Falcons rout Saints 45-24 as New Orleans falls to 1-3 amid fan frustration and offensive struggles.
Colts dominate Commanders in London with Taylor's record performance
Colts beat Commanders 30-13 in London; Taylor sets international rushing record.
Commanders, Colts square off in London for Week 4 showdown
Commanders and Colts, both 1-2, meet in London for Week 4.
Steelers-Rodgers dysfunction costs Pittsburgh in Browns loss
Steelers-Rodgers dysfunction surfaces as Pittsburgh loses to Browns 27-24 despite strong passing statistics.
Saquon Barkley suffers stinger, no structural damage in Week 2
Saquon Barkley sustains stinger with no structural damage in Week 2.
Williams' hamstring injury compounds Bears' Week 2 loss to Vikings
Caleb Williams' Grade 2 hamstring strain sidelines Bears QB for 3-4 weeks after Week 2 loss to Vikings.
Eagles complete Week 2 sweep, remain undefeated after Titans victory
Eagles sweep Week 2 with Titans victory, maintaining undefeated record at 2-0.
Packers address offensive line crisis with veteran signings
Packers address offensive line depth with signings of Tomlinson and Becton following season-ending injury.
Bears QB Williams sidelined with hamstring strain through Week 4
Bears QB Caleb Williams sidelined 3-4 weeks with Grade 2 hamstring strain.
Eagles extend undefeated streak to 3-0 with Week 3 victory
Eagles beat Bears 24-20 in Week 3 to remain undefeated at 3-0.
Commanders stun Seahawks; Raiders remain unbeaten in Week 3
Commanders upset Seahawks 33-31; Raiders stay unbeaten; multiple Week 3 games decided by last-second plays.