Ikem Ekwonu returns in Week 2, but Carolina’s starters along the interior face injury questions as Austin Corbett knee and Robert Hunt biceps risk missed time. Cade Mays would step in for Corbett, Chandler Zavala for Hunt. MRI results will dictate the timeline, shaping protection and run blocking as the Panthers prep for the next test.

Week 3 fantasy sleepers look legit: Wan'Dale Robinson seized big-volume downfield chances for the Giants; Russell Wilson sparked the offense with a career-best yardage night; Zach Ertz re-emerged as Washington’s trusted TE. Hunter Renfrow flashed in Carolina with two scores; Denver’s Troy Franklin pushed for steady weeks alongside Engram and Marvin Mims Jr. Nabers and St. Brown powered Week 2; smart adds for Week 3 include Ertz, Wilson, Robinson, Renfrow, Engram, Franklin, Sutton, and Bryce Young.

Arizona’s defense set the tone early, stifling Carolina and building a 27-3 lead before the Panthers staged a late rally. A late onside try, a clutch Campbell sack, and a stout run defense helped seal a 27-22 win. Special teams mattered, with Ryland’s steady kicking and Dortch’s punt return setting up scoring opportunities. Head coach Jonathan Gannon owned the need to close games better, while the offense still must finish drives more consistently to sustain victories.

Two weeks in, the NFL faces a QB questions sprint: the Browns sit under the microscope as they evaluate Flacco, Gabriel and Sanders, while 11 other teams—Saints, Jets, Dolphins, Giants, Panthers, Bears, Vikings, Jaguars, Seahawks, Steelers, Bengals, Broncos, and Colts—are all weighing future pivots or draft plans. The piece lays out early-season QB vibes across clubs, highlighting standout performers, lingering injuries, and the looming 2026 draft haul that could reshape rosters across the league.