The 2024 NFL season has begun, and with the first two games completed, things really get going today with the first full football Sunday of the season. On Thursday night, the Kansas City Chiefs opened their quest for a third consecutive Super Bowl with a 27-20 win over the Baltimore Ravens that could prove to be a potential tiebreaker for the AFC playoff spot. On Friday night, the Philadelphia Eagles beat the Green Bay Packers 34-29 in the first NFL game in Brazil. Jordan Love left the game at the very end and is out for 3-6 weeks with an MCL strain.
Here’s a look at today’s game list:
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Jaylen Waddle back in the team after concerns about a concussion
Dolphins receiver Jaylen Waddle was taken out of the game during the first half of the game against the Jaguars to be evaluated for a concussion, but returned before the end of the second quarter.
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Massive kickoff return from DeAndre Carter
DeAndre Carter put the new kickoff format to the test with a thrilling 67-yard return that put the Bears deep into Tennessee territory. Chicago managed a field goal from the possession to make the score 17-3 to the Titans.
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Josh Allen stretches and scores the touchdown
Josh Allen takes the ball himself, reaches the end zone and gives the Buffalo Bills their first touchdown of the season.
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Report: Packers do not hire Ryan Tannehill
After Dianna Russini reported that the Packers had contacted quarterback Ryan Tannehill, NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero stated that this was not the case.
The #Packer According to sources, they have not contacted any experienced quarterbacks, including Ryan Tannehill, and are unlikely to do so.
The team expects Jordan Love to return within the originally planned 3-6 weeks and is focused on preparing Malik Willis and Sean Clifford.
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) 8 September 2024
Green Bay seems to be able to cope with Malik Willis and Sean Clifford, while Jordan Love is expected to be out for a maximum of six weeks due to his sprained medial ligament.
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Anthony Richardson 60 yard rocket
What a way Anthony Richardson shows he’s back for the 2024 season. The second-year Colts quarterback threw a 55-yard throw to Alec Pierce. And he slipped before he could make the throw!
There is more from Frank Schwab here.
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CJ Stroud throws from his knees for the first down
That pass wouldn’t count in college football, but Texans quarterback CJ Stroud made a spectacular play early on. The sophomore star slipped and fell to his knees, but still managed a fourth-down pass to Brevin Jordan.
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Panthers player Bryce Young throws first interception of the season
Bryce Young probably wants his first throw of the 2024 season back. Adam Thielen was missing at center, the pass was intercepted by Will Harris of the Saints.
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Miami-Dade Police Department Statement on Tyreek Hill Detention
Tyreek Hill started the Dolphins’ Week 1 game against the Jaguars and has already caught a pass, but Miami-Dade police issued a statement saying officers handcuffed and arrested the pass receiver outside Hard Rock Stadium this morning.
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Bengals WR Tee Higgins out with hamstring injury
Ja’Marr Chase is active for the Bengals, but Cincinnati is without its other top receiver as Tee Higgins is out with a hamstring injury.
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Report: Packers contact QB Ryan Tannehill
The Green Bay Packers plan to start Malik Willis in their Week 2 game against the Colts while Jordan Love recovers from a strained medial collateral ligament that is expected to keep him out of action for two to four weeks.
However, the team is also considering experienced options. Ryan Tannehill is probably the most attractive QB available and the Packers have inquired about him, according to Dianna Russini of The Athletic.
Although there is currently no deal in place, the Green Bay Packers have contacted free agent quarterback Ryan Tannehill, sources report. @theathletic.
The former Titans quarterback told me in July that “the situation would have to be right” for him to sign.
— Dianna Russini (@DMRussini) 8 September 2024
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The Caleb Williams era begins for the Bears
No. 1 overall draft pick Caleb Williams leads the Chicago Bears out of the tunnel for their Week 1 opener against the Tennessee Titans.
The rookie QB is one of eight team captains selected by his teammates.
