Packers visit Washington on Thursday Night Football in Week 2. Green Bay owns a 20-16-1 all-time edge, while Washington has struggled on Thursdays (10-17) and hasn’t won at Lambeau since 1988. The game centers on a clash of front sevens: Washington’s pressure-heavy defense against a retooled Green Bay line, with Micah Parsons’ past impact highlighted as a leverage point. Rodgers and Heinicke headline a quarterback duel that could hinge on the edge rush and run-game control.

Trey Lance’s Chargers arc flips from a roster casualty to a potential gadget-pivot, with Jim Harbaugh’s faith suggesting a special package could turn Lance’s mobility into real weekly upside. Herbert remains the anchor, but Lance could catalyze designer looks if called upon—especially in a playoff-minded Chargers setup.

Dallas kept Lance as QB3 after a preseason stint that highlighted his rushing floor and improvisational plays, while Harbaugh’s confidence hints at a future role that could materialize if Herbert’s health falters. Fantasy managers should monitor Chargers’ depth moves and any gadget-oriented packages that could juice Lance’s value.

Chargers cut to 53, releasing Heinicke and leaving Herbert as the clear starter with Lance stepping in as the primary backup after a solid preseason. LA is expected to add a depth QB to the practice squad. Herbert’s 2024 campaign showed efficiency spikes (7.7 Y/Att, 101.7 rating) despite fewer yards and TDs, while Lance’s preseason performance underscored his mobility and upside as a backup capable of gimmick plays.

With Uiagalelei released and Heinicke gone, the QB room tightens to two on the active roster, but depth remains a priority as waivers roll in. The Chargers will watch other cuts to fill the third spot on the depth chart. For fantasy managers, Lance’s role behind Herbert introduces a volatile but intriguing ceiling if Herbert’s workload fluctuates or if the offense leans into designed runs and situational packages.

Trey Lance’s Bay Area return framed a 30-23 Chargers loss to the 49ers as the backup QB battle in Los Angeles remains unsettled. Lance showed flashes of his athleticism but his 5-for-8 for 38 yards produced three punts and no memorable scoring drive against SF’s reserve-heavy defense. San Francisco’s offense relied on patchwork units, Moody’s shaky accuracy sparked kicking chatter, and Demarcus Robinson and Terique Owens flashed as big-play threats for the Niners. Fantasy takeaway: Lance’s path behind Herbert stays thin but real, while SF’s kicking and WR depth create late-summer questions for fantasy rosters.

Herbert’s hold on the top spot is clear, but the Chargers’ hang-time behind him—via Heinicke’s two-drive cameo—keeps a narrow lane open for a mobile QB in mop-up situations. SF’s QB depth charts emphasize Purdy and Darnold; Lance’s night underscores how every preseason outing can tilt roster decisions and Week 1 plans. For fantasy players, monitor Chargers’ practice reports and SF’s kicking competition as August narrows into the regular season.