A.J. Brown stays Philadelphia’s centerpiece; offseason trade chatter vanished as Howie Roseman shut it down. Brown’s value hinges on his target share and Hurts’ connection.

Houston and Las Vegas were floated, but the champs remain reluctant to move their top WR; Brown’s contract runs through 2029, with an out after 2026, keeping him in Philly.

If Brown remains a 2nd/3rd option, chatter could flare again before the deadline; for now, Brown’s role supports Hurts and boosts fantasy upside.

Shedeur Sanders’ pre-draft stance—refusing Baltimore and Philadelphia to avoid backing up Lamar Jackson or Jalen Hurts—led to a Cleveland Browns selection that many see as a misjudged path. Cam Newton argues the idea of chasing a starting gig is reasonable, but the execution was flawed; the two teams Sanders spurned are respected, high-achieving franchises. Now Sanders may be stuck in Cleveland without a clear path to Week 1 duties, underscoring how the draft can reshape a young QB’s ceiling.

With a veteran-laden Browns roster, Sanders’ route to a meaningful NFL start hinges on injuries or a restless rotation elsewhere. The episode also frames a broader NFL truth: prioritizing starting opportunities over fit and development can backfire, particularly when the destination isn’t a guaranteed opportunity to compete right away.

Rams host Eagles in a high-stakes playoff rematch, powered by Stafford’s accuracy and Puka Nacua’s breakout as the offense gains a timely edge. LA’s improved protection keeps the ceiling high and gives fantasy managers a reason to chase a big day from Stafford and his rising target.

From the power-rankings lens, Los Angeles sits as a rising NFC contender, while Philadelphia remains a top-tier test. A Rams win could tilt the NFC narrative and push LA further into the elite, making complementary football on both sides of the ball essential for success.

The Eagles’ short-yardage staple, the Tush Push, returns to NFL headlines as its effectiveness and the surrounding debate steal the spotlight, drawing record viewership and sharp radio-critiques. Jalen Hurts and Saquon Barkley teased the in-huddle naming on Fallon, noting they don’t call it by the infamous label. Schefter faced a Philly-flavored grilling from Kincade and Salciunas after Get Up, igniting a citywide discussion on rules, optics, and the play’s legitimacy.

Amid a season teeming with unusual storylines, the saga around a single goal-line tactic reveals how performance and perception collide in real time, shaping fantasy projections, betting angles, and how far teams will push the envelope while the league weighs safety and fairness.

Dallas Goedert has battled injury misfortune against teams tied to his nameplate. In 2023 he fractured a forearm in Week 9 against the Dallas Cowboys and missed three games, including a Chiefs affair at Arrowhead. Less than two years later, a knee sprain in the season opener vs Dallas kept him out the following week in Kansas City, though he traveled with the team and remained hopeful. Now Week 3 vs the Rams looms as he nears a return, practicing in limited fashion with a brace in tow.

The Eagles leaned on Goedert last season as a reliable target, despite a heavy workload and injuries, and they’ll welcome him back if he can contribute in the passing and running games. His presence could unlock Philadelphia’s rhythm as they navigate a cautious early stretch and a defense-heavy opponent slate, with his snap counts and target share under close watch.