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Penix Jr. set to return as Falcons' starter in Green Bay

Michael Penix Jr. returns from an ACL tear to start for the Falcons against the Packers on Thursday Night Football in Week 3.OriginalYahoo SportsSep 21, 2026 · 20:31 UTC

Late Free Agent Moves Giving Panthers Early Returns

Darren Waller and Bobby Okereke, signed late in free agency, are delivering early for the Panthers after a 34-3 win over the Falcons.OriginalYahoo SportsSep 21, 2026 · 20:30 UTC

Jim Nantz Combines 'Kick' and 'Punt' Into Unfortunate Slip on CBS Call

Jim Nantz stumbled over 'kick' and 'punt' during CBS's Steelers-Patriots broadcast Sunday, producing an unintended vulgar word before correcting himself.OriginalYahoo SportsSep 21, 2026 · 20:30 UTC

Commanders Rule Out Daniels; No Timetable for Elbow Return

Jayden Daniels is out this week with no timeline to return after re-injuring his left elbow. Marcus Mariota will start for the Commanders vs. Seattle.OriginalYahoo SportsSep 21, 2026 · 20:30 UTC

Saleh Praises Ayomanor's Work Ethic After Titans' Week 2 Loss

Titans coach Robert Saleh praised WR Elic Ayomanor's work ethic after the receiver's strong second half in a 24-20 loss to the Eagles.OriginalYahoo SportsSep 21, 2026 · 20:01 UTC

Mariota in line to start for Commanders as Daniels deals with elbow injury

Marcus Mariota is expected to start at QB for the Commanders vs. the Seahawks as Jayden Daniels recovers from a dislocated elbow.OriginalYahoo SportsSep 21, 2026 · 20:00 UTC

Bengals' Amarius Mims allows no pressure in win over Texans

Amarius Mims did not allow a pressure on 34 pass-blocking snaps in the Bengals' win over the Texans, per initial PFF charting.OriginalYahoo SportsSep 21, 2026 · 20:00 UTC

Vikings weighing running back plan after heavy day for Aaron Jones

Aaron Jones carried 23 times vs. Chicago; Kevin O'Connell says the Vikings are discussing their backfield plan ahead of Week 3 at Tampa Bay.OriginalYahoo SportsSep 21, 2026 · 19:58 UTC

Report: Jed York Traveled to Australia but Skipped 49ers Opener

Jed York was reportedly in Australia but absent for the 49ers' opener and will miss the home game vs. Miami as the NFL considers discipline.OriginalYahoo SportsSep 21, 2026 · 18:17 UTC

Mayfield, Buccaneers Off to 0-2 After Late Miss Against Browns

Baker Mayfield's late missed pass sealed a 23-19 loss to Cleveland, dropping Tampa Bay to 0-2 for the first time since 2014 ahead of a Vikings visit.OriginalYahoo SportsSep 21, 2026 · 18:14 UTC

Chiefs plan bigger role for rookie Emmett Johnson, lightening Walker's load

Chiefs coach Andy Reid says rookie RB Emmett Johnson will get more snaps, reducing Kenneth Walker's heavy early-season workload.OriginalYahoo SportsSep 21, 2026 · 18:13 UTC

Rodgers Comments After Steelers Loss Draw Attention to McCarthy Playcalling

Aaron Rodgers' postgame remarks after the Steelers' loss raised questions about Mike McCarthy's playcalling and the size of the game plan.OriginalYahoo SportsSep 21, 2026 · 18:13 UTC