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- NFLWeek 3 NFL highlights: Best plays, moments, touchdowns, moreSunday of Week 3 will feature 14 games, including an international game in Rio de Janeiro between the Ravens and Cowboys.
- NFLNFL Cracks Down on Conduct as Fines Surge in Week 2Key StoriesNFL fines top $300,000 for Week 2 misconduct — The league issued 22 fines totaling $300,089, primarily for unsportsmanlike conduct and vulgar acts, with Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown and Bengals WR Tee Higgins leading at $59,704 each.Three players fined for dangerous hits in Week 2 — Bills S Chauncey Gardner-Johnson, Broncos LB Alex Singleton, and Commanders S Jeremy Reaves were fined for major infractions, including hip-drop tackles and hits on defenseless players, risking automatic suspensions.St. Brown fined $59,704 for celebration mimicry — Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown received four fines for a celebration appearing to mimic smoking a joint, totaling $59,704, the highest individual penalty of the week.Olave, Smith, and Stevenson face fines for on-field actions — Saints WR Chris Olave was fined $11,941 for taunting, Ravens LB Roquan Smith $11,941 for a facemask grab, and Bears CB Tyrique Stevenson $22,342 for a helmet-to-helmet hit that knocked off a he
- NFLNFL Week 3 uniforms: Colts to wear 'Anvil Strike,' Bills debut 'Nickel City'Here's a look at what each NFL team is wearing in Week 3, led by the new NFL Rivalries look from the Indianapolis Colts.
- NFLSources: Bengals' Andrei Iosivas expected to miss 4-6 weeksBengals wide receiver Andrei Iosivas is expected to miss four to six weeks because of a thumb injury, sources told ESPN.
- NFLNFL Week 3 latest intel, buzz questions, news, fantasy tipsWhat now for the Giants with Jaxson Dart out? What's the buzz on Patrick Mahomes through two games? Are running back depth charts firming up in Tampa and Carolina?
- NFL'Something's wrong with the Texans' Kyle Brandt after Houston loses 20-6 vs. the BengalsOn Good Morning Football, Jamie Erdahl, Manti Te’o, Kyle Brandt and Sam Acho recap NFL Week 2 action.
- NFLDid Bengals' defense just make a Super Bowl-caliber statement?Through two games, the Bengals are no longer a loaded offense and a liability. This team looks like a contender.
- NFLDid Bengals' defense just make a Super Bowl-caliber statement?Through two games, the Bengals are no longer a loaded offense and a liability. This team looks like a contender.
- NFLNFL Week 2: Takeaways, questions, fantasy spin for Sunday gamesOur NFL Nation reporters react to all the action, answering the biggest questions coming out of each Sunday game. Here's what we learned from Week 2.
- NFLCincinnati Bengals vs. Houston Texans: Game Highlights
- NFLWeek 2 NFL highlights: Best plays, moments, touchdowns, moreCheck out the best of the best from Week 2 around the NFL, including highlight-reel touchdowns and must-see plays.
- NFLSources: Steelers eye Week 3 return for CB Joey Porter Jr.The Steelers are planning for Joey Porter Jr. to potentially return for their Week 3 game against the Bengals, sources told ESPN.
- NFLSources: Steelers eye Week 3 return for CB Joey Porter Jr.The Steelers are planning for Joey Porter Jr. to potentially return for their Week 3 game against the Bengals, sources told ESPN.
- NFLNFL Week 2 Injury Updates and League Discipline TrendsKey StoriesBurrow and McConkey expected to play despite injury concerns — Bengals QB Joe Burrow and Chargers WR Ladd McConkey are both listed as questionable but are anticipated to start in Week 2, with rapid progress reported in their recoveries. Teams elevated backup options as precautionary measures.NFL fines players for dangerous plays and unsportsmanlike conduct — The league issued fines to three players for fouls tied to suspension categories, including a hip-drop tackle and a hit on a defenseless player. Additional penalties targeted taunting and illegal celebrations, underscoring stricter enforcement.NFLPA investigates eligibility ruling for barred college players — The NFLPA is reviewing the cases of Zxavian Harris and Dae’Quan Wright, who were barred from the 2026 season, with a potential grievance still possible. The league clarified the players cannot be signed or tried out by teams this year.Steelers weigh options for CB Joey Porter Jr amid contract stale
- NFLNFL Week 3 Injury Landscape Shifts ReadinessKey StoriesExtensive Player Absences Reshape Sunday Game Slates — A significant list of starters including Kyler Murray, Sam Darnold, and Nico Collins have been ruled out for Sunday's games, impacting team depth across the league.Quarterback Health Uncertainty for Bengals and Cardinals — Joe Burrow is listed as questionable with a back injury despite his intent to play, while Kyler Murray and Sam Darnold are officially sidelined.Aaron Donald Expected to Return for Monday Night — Los Angeles Rams standout defensive tackle Aaron Donald has informed reporters of his plans to play in the Monday night matchup against the Giants.Bears Achieve Full Roster Health for Vikings Matchup — In a rare mid-season occurrence, the Chicago Bears have cleared their entire injury report, indicating a full-strength squad for Sunday.Rookie Playmakers Facing Doubtful Status — High-profile rookies including Raiders tight end Brock Bowers and Ravens receiver Zay Flowers are lis
- NFLNFL Week 2 predictions: Upsets, fantasy sleepers, stat linesWill Ashton Jeanty pile up the scrimmage yards? Could the Bengals upset the Texans? And can George Pickens find the end zone?
- NFLNFL Week 2 predictions: Upsets, fantasy sleepers, stat linesWill Ashton Jeanty pile up the scrimmage yards? Could the Bengals upset the Texans? And can George Pickens find the end zone?
- NFLNFL Week 2 predictions: Upsets, fantasy sleepers, stat linesWill Ashton Jeanty pile up the scrimmage yards? Could the Bengals upset the Texans? And can George Pickens find the end zone?
- NFLTexans rule WR Nico Collins out vs. Bengals with hamstring injuryThe Texans have ruled star wide receiver Nico Collins out for Sunday's matchup against the Bengals due to a hamstring injury.
- NFLTexans rule WR Nico Collins out vs. Bengals with hamstring injuryThe Texans have ruled star wide receiver Nico Collins out for Sunday's matchup against the Bengals due to a hamstring injury.
- NFLQB Burrow good to go, DE Stewart set for Bengals debut vs. TexansBengals QB Joe Burrow (back) was a full participant at Friday's practice and is set to start in Sunday's road affair against the Texans.
- NFLQB Burrow good to go, DE Stewart set for Bengals debut vs. TexansBengals QB Joe Burrow (back) was a full participant at Friday's practice and is set to start in Sunday's road affair against the Texans.
- NFLNFL Week 2 uniforms: Rams debut 'Classic Sol,' Ravens go all-whiteHere's a look at what each NFL team is wearing in Week 2, led by a new alternate look from the Los Angeles Rams.
- NFLWill Anderson calls Texans’ loss to Bills a 'wake-up call' for the defense ahead of Bengals visit— Houston Texans defensive end Will Anderson said giving up 36 points in a season-opening loss to the Bills wasn’t a reason to get mad but instead should be a catalyst to improve.
- NFLSource: Texans' Nico Collins (hamstring) uncertain for Week 2Texans star wide receiver Nico Collins suffered a hamstring injury during Wednesday's practice and is uncertain to play in Week 2 against the Bengals, a source told ESPN.
- NFLSource: Texans' Nico Collins (hamstring) uncertain for Week 2Texans star wide receiver Nico Collins suffered a hamstring injury during Wednesday's practice and is uncertain to play in Week 2 against the Bengals, a source told ESPN.
- NFLNFL Week 2 Injury Report and Record ViewershipKey StoriesTexans WR Nico Collins Status Uncertain After Hamstring Injury — Nico Collins suffered a hamstring injury during Wednesday's practice, casting doubt on his availability for the upcoming game against the Bengals despite initial reports suggesting it is not serious.Monday Night Football Achieves Record-Breaking Week 1 Viewership — The Broncos-Chiefs matchup became the most-watched Week 1 game in the ESPN era of Monday Night Football, marking a high point for the network's Super Bowl LXI season kickoff.Seahawks Rule Out Sam Darnold for Week 2 Contest — Quarterback Sam Darnold will miss Sunday's game against the Arizona Cardinals due to a glute injury, though head coach Mike Macdonald noted there are no plans to place him on injured reserve.49ers Rookie DeZhaun Stribling Sidelined Long-Term Following Surgery — San Francisco rookie wide receiver DeZhaun Stribling underwent ankle surgery and is expected to miss approximately 10 weeks of action i
- NFLBengals' Burrow: 'Ridiculous' that tight back would keep me outBengals quarterback Joe Burrow said Wednesday he is dealing with back tightness but expects to play Sunday at the Houston Texans.
- NFLBengals' Burrow: 'Ridiculous' that tight back would keep me outBengals quarterback Joe Burrow said Wednesday he is dealing with back tightness but expects to play Sunday at the Houston Texans.
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