The Vibe: The week starts on a somber note after a scary false alarm about Jayden Reed's injury reminds us how serious this game can be. Milton and Vivian are here to guide you through the gloom and get you ready for Week 2.
TNF Recap: The Packers beat the Commanders 27-18, extending their home win streak in the series. The Green Bay defense looks legit, making two playoff teams look incompetent. Jayden Danielssalvaged his day with garbage time, while Terry McLaurin continued the trend of WRs struggling after signing a mega-deal.
The News: The injury bug is biting hard. Austin Ekeler is done for the year with a torn Achilles. Jayden Reed (broken collarbone) is out 6-8 weeks. Brock Purdy (turf toe) is out 2-5 weeks, making Mac Jonesthe 49ers' starter. Key players like Dallas Goedert (knee) and Jaylen Waddle (shoulder) are also banged up.
The Game Script: Our look ahead at the key Week 2 matchups:
Bills at Jets (+6.5): A sneaky trap game? The Jets have beaten the Bills in 2 of their last 3 outings. We're riding with Justin Fields.
Eagles at Chiefs (-1.5): A major grudge match after last year's post-game taunts. AJ Brown is fired up after a quiet Week 1.
Falcons at Vikings SNF: The ultimate Kirk Cousins revenge game that won't happen. Instead, all eyes are on JJ McCarthy.
Revenge Games: Watch for DK Metcalf against his old team in Seattle and Ben Johnson calling plays against his former Lions squad.
The Depth Chart: Our organized run-through of sneaky starts and key situations:
QB: Justin Herbert (vs. LV), Aaron Rodgers (vs. SEA), JJ McCarthy (vs. ATL)
WR: Ja'Marr Chase & Tee Higgins (vs. JAX), Keenan Allen (vs. LV), Cedric Tillman (vs. BAL)
RB: James Conner (vs. CAR's terrible run D), Tony Pollard (vs. LAR's soft run D)
TE: Harold Fannin (vs. BAL), Tyler Warren (vs. DEN), Brenton Strange (vs. CIN)
DEF/K: Stream the Cowboys (vs. NYG), Cardinals (vs. CAR), or 49ers (vs. NO). For kickers, target Cam Little, Will Lutz, or Will Reichard.
Tune in for the full breakdown to help you navigate the injuries and find those crucial Week 2 wins