Week 3 opens with a Thursday night showdown between the Bills and Dolphins from Orchard Park. The...

<p>Week 3 opens with a Thursday night showdown between the Bills and Dolphins from Orchard Park. The Bills are off to a 2-0 start and are considered one of the top teams in the league, while the 0-2 Dolphins are viewed as one of the league's worst.</p><p>Let's dive into the matchup with our game pick, player props, and touchdown scorers for the Thursday nighter. </p><blockquote><p>🏈 <a target="_blank" href="https://about.espnbet.com/sportsbook-redirect/?%24canonical_url=%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Forganization%2Funited-states%2Fcompetition%2Fnfl%2Fevent%2F0d72bfe1-ad78-4bb1-883d-78f5c21a0a08&amp;campaign=thescore_content&amp;customer_campaign=article&amp;%7Echannel=thescore-content&amp;tags=NFL&amp;tags=TNF+Betting+Preview&amp;tags=3346345&amp;tags=Picks"><strong>Check out all of the Thursday Night Football markets on ESPN BET and theScore Bet here</strong></a></p></blockquote><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/796826/Game_Picks-Teal.jpg?ts=1754581918" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/796826/Game_Picks-Teal.jpg?ts=1754581918 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/796826/Game_Picks-Teal.jpg?ts=1754581918 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/796826/Game_Picks-Teal.jpg?ts=1754581918 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/796826/Game_Picks-Teal.jpg?ts=1754581918 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/796826/Game_Picks-Teal.jpg?ts=1754581918 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution"></span></figcaption></figure><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe title="Game 5 (Copy) (Copy) (Copy) (Copy)" aria-label="Table" id="datawrapper-chart-A5fgY" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/A5fgY/1/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="126" data-external="1"></iframe><script type="text/javascript">!function(){"use strict";window.addEventListener("message",function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r,i=0;r=e[i];i++)if(r.contentWindow===a.source){var d=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";r.style.height=d}}})}();
</script></figure><h3>🏈 <a target="_blank" href="https://about.espnbet.com/sportsbook-redirect/?market_selection_id%5B0%5D=12c340e9-f3c5-443a-9a70-56a7a22d261b&amp;odds_numerator%5B0%5D=43&amp;odds_denominator%5B0%5D=23&amp;%24canonical_url=%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Forganization%2Funited-states%2Fcompetition%2Fnfl%2Fevent%2F0d72bfe1-ad78-4bb1-883d-78f5c21a0a08&amp;campaign=thescore_content&amp;customer_campaign=article&amp;%7Echannel=thescore-content&amp;tags=NFL&amp;tags=TNF+betting+preview&amp;tags=3346345&amp;tags=Picks">Pick: Bills (-11.5)</a>
</h3><p>After considering taking the Dolphins and the points against a division rival on a short week, the idea ultimately felt a little too cute. Sure, there may be a scenario where the Dolphins' offense keeps them in this game, but Mike McDaniel's scheme is no longer fooling opposing defenses the way it used to. And even if they do score, the defense can't stop anyone. Miami allowed 33 points in back-to-back games against the Colts and Patriots, and neither of those teams has Josh Allen at quarterback.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Thursday night games can be sloppy since teams have less time than usual to game-plan for their opponent. However, the familiarity between the Bills and the Dolphins should mitigate that lack of prep time. In my opinion, that bodes well for the better team. For the Dolphins to have any chance of keeping this close, they need Allen to be unprepared to play, which seems unlikely.</p><p>Allen continues to perform at an MVP level and should carry that form into Week 3. He led Buffalo to an incredible comeback victory over the Ravens, scoring 41 points against a solid Baltimore defense. There was no letdown in Buffalo's Week 2 meeting with the Jets, when the Bills put 30 points on the Jets in a 20-point victory.</p><p>The Bills have the firepower to cover 11.5 points and showed their unwillingness to let up against a divisional opponent. If their defense can hold Tua Tagovailoa's offense to under 20 points, this cover shouldn't be a problem, especially when the Bills have a realistic chance at putting up 40 points.</p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/796846/player_props-Teal.jpg?ts=1754582982" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/796846/player_props-Teal.jpg?ts=1754582982 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/796846/player_props-Teal.jpg?ts=1754582982 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/796846/player_props-Teal.jpg?ts=1754582982 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/796846/player_props-Teal.jpg?ts=1754582982 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/796846/player_props-Teal.jpg?ts=1754582982 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution"></span></figcaption></figure><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe title="Buffalo Bills (Copy) (Copy)" aria-label="Table" id="datawrapper-chart-d08UB" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/d08UB/1/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="99" data-external="1"></iframe><script type="text/javascript">!function(){"use strict";window.addEventListener("message",function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r,i=0;r=e[i];i++)if(r.contentWindow===a.source){var d=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";r.style.height=d}}})}();
</script></figure><h3>🏈 <a target="_blank" href="https://about.espnbet.com/sportsbook-redirect/?market_selection_id%5B0%5D=98dfd02f-5087-45e8-a0ed-83e313821532&amp;odds_numerator%5B0%5D=2&amp;odds_denominator%5B0%5D=1&amp;%24canonical_url=%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Forganization%2Funited-states%2Fcompetition%2Fnfl%2Fevent%2F0d72bfe1-ad78-4bb1-883d-78f5c21a0a08&amp;campaign=thescore_content&amp;customer_campaign=article&amp;%7Echannel=thescore-content&amp;tags=3346345&amp;tags=NFL&amp;tags=TNF+betting+preview&amp;tags=Picks">Bet: Over 69.5 rushing yards</a>
</h3><p>Expect James Cook to be heavily involved in a game the Bills should lead nearly the entire time. Cook gashed the Jets' rush defense last week for 132 yards on 21 carries. The Dolphins conceded 112 rushing yards to Colts running backs in Week 1 and let Rhamondre Stevenson average 4.9 yards per carry last week.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe title="Buffalo Bills (Copy)" aria-label="Table" id="datawrapper-chart-KRpo0" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/KRpo0/2/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="99" data-external="1"></iframe><script type="text/javascript">!function(){"use strict";window.addEventListener("message",function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r,i=0;r=e[i];i++)if(r.contentWindow===a.source){var d=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";r.style.height=d}}})}();
</script></figure><h3>🏈 <a target="_blank" href="https://about.espnbet.com/sportsbook-redirect/?market_selection_id%5B0%5D=59fa8ea5-33d3-4e54-aaa1-a6e931bafd44&amp;odds_numerator%5B0%5D=51&amp;odds_denominator%5B0%5D=31&amp;%24canonical_url=%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Forganization%2Funited-states%2Fcompetition%2Fnfl%2Fevent%2F0d72bfe1-ad78-4bb1-883d-78f5c21a0a08&amp;campaign=thescore_content&amp;customer_campaign=article&amp;%7Echannel=thescore-content&amp;tags=NFL&amp;tags=3346345&amp;tags=TNF+betting+preview&amp;tags=Picks">Bet: Over 2.5 receptions</a>
</h3><p>You have to pay some juice on this prop, but it's worth it since the betting market isn't treating Keon Coleman as the top receiving option in Buffalo. Coleman has 11 catches through two games and leads the team in targets (14). Allen still likes to spread the ball around, but three catches shouldn't be hard to achieve in a game where the Bills have a team total of 31.5 points.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe title="Miami Dolphins (Copy)" aria-label="Table" id="datawrapper-chart-gJUcB" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/gJUcB/1/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="99" data-external="1"></iframe><script type="text/javascript">!function(){"use strict";window.addEventListener("message",function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r,i=0;r=e[i];i++)if(r.contentWindow===a.source){var d=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";r.style.height=d}}})}();
</script></figure><h3>🏈 <a href="https://about.espnbet.com/sportsbook-redirect/?market_selection_id%5B0%5D=13febb25-de50-4c73-b217-7a07136c905c&amp;odds_numerator%5B0%5D=41&amp;odds_denominator%5B0%5D=20&amp;%24canonical_url=%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Forganization%2Funited-states%2Fcompetition%2Fnfl%2Fevent%2F0d72bfe1-ad78-4bb1-883d-78f5c21a0a08&amp;campaign=thescore_content&amp;customer_campaign=article&amp;%7Echannel=thescore-content&amp;tags=3346345&amp;tags=NFL&amp;tags=TNF+betting+preview&amp;tags=Picks">Bet: Over 39.5 receiving yards</a>
</h3><p>The Dolphins should be forced into passing situations early, and Achane is one of the best pass-catching backs in the league. He caught eight passes for 92 yards in last week's shootout versus the Patriots and has surpassed 39.5 receiving yards in eight of his last 13 games when Tagovailoa is under center.</p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/796853/Touchdown_Scorers-Teal.jpg?ts=1754583275" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/796853/Touchdown_Scorers-Teal.jpg?ts=1754583275 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/796853/Touchdown_Scorers-Teal.jpg?ts=1754583275 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/796853/Touchdown_Scorers-Teal.jpg?ts=1754583275 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/796853/Touchdown_Scorers-Teal.jpg?ts=1754583275 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/796853/Touchdown_Scorers-Teal.jpg?ts=1754583275 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution"></span></figcaption></figure><p><em>NFL news editor Brenden Deeg will provide touchdown scorer props all season long.</em></p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe title="Miami Dolphins (Copy)" aria-label="Table" id="datawrapper-chart-IWRUe" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/IWRUe/1/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="99" data-external="1"></iframe><script type="text/javascript">!function(){"use strict";window.addEventListener("message",function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r,i=0;r=e[i];i++)if(r.contentWindow===a.source){var d=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";r.style.height=d}}})}();
</script></figure><h3>🙌 <a target="_blank" href="https://about.espnbet.com/sportsbook-redirect/?market_selection_id%5B0%5D=72a084ce-b895-4b25-ae6d-c65b9af66dd5&amp;odds_numerator%5B0%5D=11&amp;odds_denominator%5B0%5D=4&amp;%24canonical_url=%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Forganization%2Funited-states%2Fcompetition%2Fnfl%2Fevent%2F0d72bfe1-ad78-4bb1-883d-78f5c21a0a08&amp;campaign=thescore_content&amp;customer_campaign=article&amp;%7Echannel=thescore-content&amp;tags=3346345">Bet: Anytime TD (+175)</a>
</h3><p>After a lackluster season opener, Hill bounced back in Week 2 with six receptions for 109 receiving yards. The 31-year-old remains the top pass-catcher on the Dolphins and has recorded 19 touchdowns over his last 35 games. At +175, Hill provides the best value of any Dolphins player in this Thursday night contest.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe title="Buffalo Bills (Copy) (Copy) (Copy)" aria-label="Table" id="datawrapper-chart-RGnag" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/RGnag/1/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="99" data-external="1"></iframe><script type="text/javascript">!function(){"use strict";window.addEventListener("message",function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r,i=0;r=e[i];i++)if(r.contentWindow===a.source){var d=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";r.style.height=d}}})}();
</script></figure><h3>🙌 <a href="https://about.espnbet.com/sportsbook-redirect/?market_selection_id%5B0%5D=5bdb6761-3f31-4781-b0eb-1c623e99e06c&amp;odds_numerator%5B0%5D=18&amp;odds_denominator%5B0%5D=5&amp;%24canonical_url=%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Forganization%2Funited-states%2Fcompetition%2Fnfl%2Fevent%2F0d72bfe1-ad78-4bb1-883d-78f5c21a0a08&amp;campaign=thescore_content&amp;customer_campaign=article&amp;%7Echannel=thescore-content&amp;tags=3346345">Bet: Anytime TD (+260)</a>
</h3><p>Buffalo's offensive players don't have great odds for this game since the Bills are heavily favored. However, Kincaid is in a great range to bet on. The 25-year-old scored a touchdown last week and has an excellent matchup against the Dolphins. Miami's struggled against tight ends so far this year, allowing the sixth-most receiving yards to the position.</p><p><em>US: Must be 21+. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER; Hope is here. Call <a href="tel:8003275050">(800)-327-5050</a> or visit <a href="http://gamblinghelplinema.org/">gamblinghelplinema.org</a> for 24/7 support (MA); Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY).</em></p><p><em>ON: Please play responsibly. 19+. ON only. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call ConnexOntario 24/7 at <a href="tel:18665312600">1-866-531-2600</a>. Text us at 247247 or chat with us at <a href="http://www.connexontario.ca/">www.connexontario.ca</a>.</em></p>

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<p>Eagles offensive tackle <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/127037" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/127037">Jordan Mailata</a> is frustrated with the narrative that Philadelphia won the Super Bowl rematch against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday because of the tush push.</p><p>"I understand the outrage (over the tush push). What I don't understand is them using it as an excuse to why we won the game," Mailata said Tuesday on <a href="https://x.com/SportsRadioWIP/status/1968056821350011389">94WIP</a>. "I think it's incredibly disrespectful to our defense and our special teams who balled out. And my brothers on defense and special teams who balled out that game, who had our backs when we weren't moving the ball or weren't doing anything."</p><p>The controversial play has been a hot topic in the media this week. The Eagles ran the play six times versus Kansas City, gaining four first downs and a touchdown. The score came following an interception in the fourth quarter that was returned 41 yards after a pass was deflected off of Travis Kelce's hands and into safety Andrew Mukuba's possession.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>"That pisses me off because we give so much to this game and to kind of base off a short-yardage play, that is a football play, and say that we won the game off that, but not how our defense played, not how our special teams have played, putting us in those positions, I think it's bullcrap," Mailata added. "I just think it's rubbish. Absolute rubbish, man. It makes my blood boil just thinking about it."</p><p>Fox Sports announcer Tom Brady suggested during the broadcast that the Eagles' offensive guards were getting an early jump on the play. Referee analyst Dean Blandino also said during the game he's "done with the tush push," saying it's tough for the refs to officiate.</p><p>The owners took a vote this offseason on banning the play, but the proposal didn't reach the required support for the NFL to outlaw it.</p><p>"This game was lost in March," ESPN insider Adam Schefter said on "<a href="https://x.com/GetUpESPN/status/1967575615474639107">Get Up</a>" on Monday. "This game was lost when the NFL owners refused to ban the tush push from happening. It wasn't lost yesterday. It was lost in March."</p><p>Philadelphia has run the play eight times through two games this season.</p><p>The Eagles improved to 2-0 with their 20-17 victory over the Chiefs, and will face off against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 3. </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p>

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - SEPTEMBER 04: Jordan Mailata #68 of the Philadelphia Eagles looks on after the game against the Dallas Cowboys at Lincoln Financial Field on September 04, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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<p>Los Angeles Chargers pass-rusher <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/33866" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/33866">Khalil Mack</a> suffered an elbow injury in Monday night's win over the Las Vegas Raiders and will undergo imaging, head coach Jim Harbaugh said.</p><p>Mack injured his arm while attempting to make a tackle late in the first quarter. He immediately rushed to the medical tent and was eventually escorted to the locker room.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Khalil Mack got his left wrist caught in a tackle and runs straight off the field into the tent <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NFL?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NFL</a> <a href="https://t.co/3FO0OzBPte">pic.twitter.com/3FO0OzBPte</a></p>— Tanner Phifer (@TannerPhifer) <a href="https://twitter.com/TannerPhifer/status/1967782573897289812?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 16, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>Mack was spotted on the sideline in a sling with bandages around his arm during the second quarter. He watched the rest of the game from the sideline as the Chargers cruised to a 20-9 victory.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">I don't think Khalil Mack is returning to this game. <a href="https://t.co/EUDeQ60mhY">pic.twitter.com/EUDeQ60mhY</a></p>— Clayton Holloway (@HollowayNFLN) <a href="https://twitter.com/HollowayNFLN/status/1967790408978874818?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 16, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>The 34-year-old recorded a sack before exiting the contest. Mack, who's been with the Chargers since 2022, signed a one-year extension in March. He managed six sacks across 16 starts last season. </p>

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - SEPTEMBER 15: Khalil Mack #52 of the Los Angeles Chargers reacts after a sack during the first quarter against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on September 15, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Justin Fields gets sacked by Joey Bosa and has entered the medical tent 💔 <br><br>As if the day couldn’t get any worse for Jets fans, he remained in the tent.<br><br>MAN. <a href="https://t.co/sRQKJJz9KJ">pic.twitter.com/sRQKJJz9KJ</a></p>— SM Highlights (@SMHighlights1) <a href="https://twitter.com/SMHighlights1/status/1967309409102831997?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 14, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>Fields struggled before the injury, finishing the contest with 27 passing yards on three completions. His poor performance Sunday comes after he played well in his Jets debut, racking up 260 total yards and three scores in the team's Week 1 loss versus the Pittsburgh Steelers.</p><p>New York signed Fields to a two-year, $40-million deal this offseason. He was drafted in the first round in 2021 and spent last year with the Pittsburgh Steelers, going 4-2 in six starts before being replaced by Russell Wilson.</p><p>New York will look to get into the win column against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 3 after falling to 0-2.</p>

EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - SEPTEMBER 14: Justin Fields #7 of the New York Jets warms up prior to the game against the Buffalo Bills at MetLife Stadium on September 14, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

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CLEVELAND, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 07: Shedeur Sanders #12 of the Cleveland Browns looks on during the third quarter against the Cincinnati Bengals during the game at Huntington Bank Field on September 07, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio.

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PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - SEPTEMBER 04: Dallas Goedert #88 of the Philadelphia Eagles reacts against the Dallas Cowboys at Lincoln Financial Field on September 04, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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<p>Buffalo Bills defensive lineman <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/107922" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/107922">Ed Oliver</a> is dealing with an ankle injury that will likely sideline him multiple weeks, sources told <a href="https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/1966530653437985089">ESPN's Adam Schefter</a>. </p><p>Oliver has already been ruled out for Sunday's game against the New York Jets. The Bills have a short turnaround as they'll face the Miami Dolphins on Thursday Night Football in Week 3.</p><p>Head coach Sean McDermott said the defensive lineman injured the ankle during Wednesday's practice, according to <a href="https://x.com/agetzenberg/status/1966523823576019180">ESPN's Alaina Getzenberg</a>. Oliver was spotted with a boot on his leg Thursday and hasn't participated in on-field work since suffering the injury.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Oliver had a monster performance against the Baltimore Ravens in the season opener, totaling six tackles, three tackles for loss, and one sack while playing over 68% of the defensive snaps.</p><p>The 27-year-old signed a four-year, $68-million contract extension with the Bills in 2023. He has 73 quarterback hits and 28 sacks in 93 career contests.</p><p>T.J. Sanders, who was selected by Buffalo in the second round of the 2025 draft out of South Carolina, is set to get a boost in playing time with Oliver sidelined.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p>

ORCHARD PARK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 23: Ed Oliver #91 of the Buffalo Bills before a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Highmark Stadium on September 23, 2024 in Orchard Park, New York.

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Packers pass-rusher Micah Parsons expressed his frustration with being on a snap count after Gree...

<p>Packers pass-rusher Micah Parsons expressed his frustration with being on a snap count after Green Bay's 27-18 victory over the Washington Commanders on Thursday.</p><p>"I just hope I'm full go," Parsons said after the game, according to <a href="https://www.nfl.com/news/micah-parsons-packers-defense-dominate-again-as-pass-rusher-calls-for-more-snaps-can-t-hold-a-dog-back-forever">Grant Gordon of NFL.com</a>. "Honestly, it's pissing me off. I tell them it does more worse than good. I get tight and stuff. Hopefully they just let me off. Can't hold a dog back forever."</p><p>Parsons has been limited due to a back injury he's dealt with since Green Bay acquired him from the Dallas Cowboys prior to the season.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>In his Packers debut in Week 1, Parsons only saw the field on 30 defensive snaps. The edge rusher played in 47 snaps versus Washington, which was 68% of the Packers' defensive plays. He was a force against the Commanders, generating a team-high eight pressures (21.6% pressure rate) and half a sack on 37 pass rush plays, according to <a href="https://x.com/NextGenStats/status/1966345267885781430">Next Gen Stats</a>.</p><p>Green Bay's defense provided a stellar performance in Week 2, allowing 18 points to a Washington offense that ranked fourth in EPA/play in 2024. Washington averaged just 3.5 yards per play Thursday night. Jayden Daniels finished the first half with only 49 passing yards on nine completions, and the Commanders had three points heading into the fourth quarter.</p><p>"What I've been telling everyone: Defense wins championships," Parsons said. "(Jordan) Love, you know, you give us 20 points, we should be able to win that game. It's all about getting stops and getting the ball back to the offense.</p><p>"As y'all have seen against Baltimore and Buffalo, you can have a quarterback damn near have a perfect game and still lose because guess what, the defense just gave up, what, 40 points? So, defense wins championships. I think the fans like points and they like to see the big plays, but when you play great defense, it's just so beautiful to see."</p><p>The Packers are off to a 2-0 start and will face off against the Cleveland Browns in Week 3. </p>

GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - SEPTEMBER 11: Micah Parsons #1 of the Green Bay Packers celebrates after defeating the Washington Commanders at Lambeau Field on September 11, 2025 in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

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San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy is expected to miss two-to-five weeks with turf toe, ...

<p>San Francisco 49ers quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/174189" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/174189">Brock Purdy</a> is expected to miss two-to-five weeks with turf toe, according to <a href="https://x.com/RapSheet/status/1966115593112715649">NFL Network's Ian Rapoport</a>.</p><p>Head coach Kyle Shanahan told reporters Wednesday that the signal-caller was a long shot to play Sunday against the New Orleans Saints and that Mac Jones would likely get the start. Purdy is also dealing with a shoulder ailment.</p><p>Purdy didn't participate in Wednesday's practice. He suffered the toe and shoulder injuries in San Francisco's 17-13 victory over the Seattle Seahawks.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>The 25-year-old finished the Week 1 contest completing 26 of 35 passes for 277 yards with two touchdowns and two interceptions. He capped off a game-winning drive late in the fourth quarter with a TD pass to tight end Jake Tonges.</p><p>Purdy signed a five-year, $265-million extension this offseason. He holds a 24-13 record as the 49ers' starter after being selected with the last pick in the 2022 draft. </p><p>Jones, 27, spent the 2024 season with the Jacksonville Jaguars. He started seven games in Trevor Lawrence's absence, posting a 2-5 record with 1,672 passing yards and eight touchdowns. He also threw eight interceptions and fumbled once. Jones, who has a 20-29 record as a starter, was selected in the first round of the 2021 draft by the New England Patriots.</p><p>San Francisco went 0-2 last season without Purdy in the lineup.</p><p> </p>

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - SEPTEMBER 07: Brock Purdy #13 of the San Francisco 49ers looks on during the fourth quarter against the Seattle Seahawks during the game at Lumen Field on September 07, 2025 in Seattle, Washington.

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Lions quarterback Jared Goff isn't concerned about how the team will look under new offensive coo...

<p>Lions quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/71572" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/71572">Jared Goff</a> isn't concerned about how the team will look under new offensive coordinator John Morton after Detroit struggled in its season-opening loss to the Green Bay Packers.</p><p>"He's getting used to us still, we're getting used to him still, and some of that progression is still happening," Goff said on <a href="https://www.audacy.com/971theticket/sports/detroit-lions/detroit-lions-jared-goff-laughs-off-critiques-of-offense">97.1 The Ticket</a> Tuesday. "But it's all moving in the right direction, it's all stuff I'm optimistic about, and by no means am I worried about any of it."</p><p>Morton, 55, has one season of experience as an NFL offensive coordinator, having previously served in that role during the 2017 campaign with the New York Jets. He replaces former Lions OC Ben Johnson, who's now head coach of the Chicago Bears.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Detroit's offense totaled just 246 yards Sunday, its second fewest in any game since 2022. Goff finished the contest having completed 31 passes for 225 yards with one touchdown and one interception. He was also sacked four times, and the offense went just 5-of-15 on third-down converstions.</p><p>The Lions' run game didn't give Goff any help, totaling 46 yards on 22 total attempts.</p><p>"It's a new human," said Goff said of Morton. "There's different things going on. I think back to 2022 when Ben was in his first year and we started 1-6. Not by any means saying that's where we're headed, but I think there were growing pains there, too, offensively.</p><p>"And then we got into a good rhythm halfway through the year. Certainly, we want to get into that rhythm this week, though. We don't want to wait until Week 6 or 7 to find that out. But I think that's natural when there's a new coordinator, a new guy calling plays."</p><p>Goff, 30, has been the Lions' starting quarterback since 2021. He led Detroit to a 27-7 regular-season record over the last two years and ranked fourth among 26 qualifying signal-callers during that stretch, according to <a href="https://rbsdm.com/stats/stats/">Ben Baldwin's database</a>.</p><p>The Lions will look to bounce back against Johnson and the Bears in Week 2.</p><p>"We're going to win this game. We have to," head coach Dan Campbell <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3341235" href="https://thescore.com/news/3341235">said</a> Monday.</p><p> </p>

GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - SEPTEMBER 07: Jared Goff #16 of the Detroit Lions looks on in the game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on September 07, 2025 in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

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<p>The Green Bay Packers are signing wide receiver <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/174090" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/174090">Christian Watson</a> to a one-year, $13.25-million extension, his agent told <a href="https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/1965567118012751896">ESPN's Adam Schefter</a>.</p><p>Watson is now under contract through the 2026 season. He's currently on the physically unable to perform list after tearing his ACL at the end of last season but is expected to return at some point this year.</p><p>The Packers selected Watson in the second round of the 2022 draft and he had a solid rookie campaign, totaling 41 receptions for 611 yards with seven touchdowns. However, he struggled with a lingering hamstring injury the following season, ultimately missing eight contests in 2023.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>The 26-year-old was a key part of Green Bay's offense last season, ranking second in yards per reception (21.4). He tore his ACL in Week 18.</p><p>The North Dakota product is part of a young wide receiver core that includes Romeo Doubs, Jayden Reed, and first-round rookie Matthew Golden.</p>

GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - DECEMBER 23: Wide receiver Christian Watson #9 of the Green Bay Packers enters the field during player introductions prior to an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints, at Lambeau Field on December 23, 2024 in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

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<p>The Philadelphia Eagles acquired running back <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/188127" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/188127">Tank Bigsby</a> from the Jacksonville Jaguars, the teams announced Tuesday.</p><p>Philly sent 2026 fifth- and sixth-round draft picks to the Jaguars in exchange for the 24-year-old.</p><p>Bigsby was drafted in the third round in 2023 by Jacksonville. After a quiet rookie campaign, he led the Jaguars in attempts (168), rushing yards (766), and rushing touchdowns (seven) in 2024.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>However, Bigsby didn't see a ton of work in Jacksonville's Week 1 victory over the Carolina Panthers, recording five touches for 12 yards while playing only 21% of the offensive snaps. Travis Etienne, selected in the first round of the 2021 draft, rushed for 143 yards on 16 attempts and looks to have solidified the Jaguars' No. 1 running back job.</p><p>Bigsby will be behind Saquon Barkley on the Eagles' depth chart but could immediately become Philly's backup rusher. Will Shipley left the season-opening win against the Dallas Cowboys due to a rib injury, and it's uncertain if he'll miss time. A.J. Dillon is the other running back on the Eagles' roster.</p><p> </p><p> </p>

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - AUGUST 17: Tank Bigsby #4 of the Jacksonville Jaguars walks off the field prior to an NFL Preseason 2025 game against the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome on August 17, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

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Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell guaranteed his team will come out on top against the Chicag...

<p>Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell guaranteed his team will come out on top against the Chicago Bears in Week 2. </p><p>"We're going in and getting ready to play Chicago. We're going to win this game. We have to," Campbell said, according to <a href="https://www.audacy.com/971theticket/sports/detroit-lions/dan-campbell-on-lions-bears-we-have-to-win-this-game">97.1 The Ticket</a>. "We have to find a way to clean things up and do what we gotta do. And they're going to try to do the same thing, just like every week."</p><p>The Lions will face an old friend in Ben Johnson, who took over as the Bears' head coach after a three-year run as Detroit's offensive coordinator. Johnson's offense ranked third in EPA/play from 2022 to 2024, according to <a href="https://rbsdm.com/stats/stats/">Ben Baldwin's database</a>.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Led by new offensive coordinator John Morton and quarterback Jared Goff, Detroit got off to a slow start to the 2025 campaign. The Lions dropped their season opener 27-13 to the Green Bay Packers, marking the first time since 2023 that they failed to score a touchdown through the first three quarters of a game. The offense also averaged only 3.8 yards per play, the second-fewest in a contest since Dan Campbell took over as head coach in 2021.</p><p>Kelvin Sheppard's debut as the Lions' new defensive coordinator also didn't impress. Stepping in for Aaron Glenn, who accepted the New York Jets' head coaching job, Sheppard's unit struggled as Packers quarterback Jordan Love posted a 128.6 passer rating and ranked second among all quarterbacks in EPA/play in Week 1.</p><p>Campbell partly attributed Detroit's missed assignments to the youth and inexperience on the roster.</p><p>"We had some young guys that struggled yesterday. I certainly didn't think it would be the best performance they would have all year, but it wasn't good enough," Campbell said of the loss. "Good news is, there's nowhere to go but up, and up they will go."</p><p>The Bears kick off their 2025 season against the Minnesota Vikings on Monday Night Football. Detroit won both games against Chicago last year and has won five of the previous six matchups dating back to 2022.</p><p> </p>

GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - SEPTEMBER 07: Head coach Dan Campbell of the Detroit Lions looks on after losing to the Green Bay Packers 27-13 at Lambeau Field on September 07, 2025 in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

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Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow called out his offense's performance after a 17-16 Week...

<p>Cincinnati Bengals quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/97638" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/97638">Joe Burrow</a> called out his offense's performance after a 17-16 Week 1 victory over the Cleveland Browns.</p><p>"Any time you can win like this, you kind of steal one," Burrow said after the contest, according to <a href="https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/46190691/bengals-survive-poor-offense-vs-browns-stole-one">ESPN's Ben Baby</a>. "We stole one today. We're going to have to do better."</p><p>Burrow finished the game with just 113 passing yards, his fewest in a game he started and finished since the 2023 season opener, which also came against the Browns. The Bengals totaled only seven net yards in the second half, the fewest a winning team has produced in a game in over 25 years, per <a href="https://x.com/DanielOyefusi/status/1964795543101853725">ESPN's Daniel Oyefusi</a>.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Cincinnati signed wideouts <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/161655" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/161655">Ja'Marr Chase</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/115870" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/115870">Tee Higgins</a> to lucrative multi-year extensions this offseason to ensure the unit's long-term promise. Chase, now the NFL's highest-paid wide receiver, was targeted just five times in the contest with only two catches for 26 yards.</p><p>The Browns were able to consistently pressure Burrow throughout the contest, and star pass-rusher Myles Garrett took over at times. The 29-year-old recorded four tackles for loss, three quarterback hits, and two sacks.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Myles Garrett is still terrifying. <a href="https://t.co/Ki26hb7mcq">pic.twitter.com/Ki26hb7mcq</a></p>— Carter Karels (@CarterKarels) <a href="https://twitter.com/CarterKarels/status/1964772645725184407?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 7, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>"It's tough to find anybody better than that guy," Burrow said of Garrett.</p><p>The Bengals were outgained by 186 yards, but Cincinnati's defense forced two turnovers and didn't give up points on the final five drives of the game. Cleveland kicker <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/188922" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/188922">Andre Szmyt</a> missed a field goal and an extra point in the contest.</p><p>"Forget about the stats, forget about the score, forget about how it all played out," head coach Zac Taylor said. "The best outcome could have been 1-and-0. And we're proud of that."</p><p>Cincinnati will face off against the Jacksonville Jaguars next Sunday. </p>

CLEVELAND, OH - SEPTEMBER 07: Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) leaves the field following the National Football League game between the Cincinnati Bengals and Cleveland Browns on September 7, 2025, at Huntington Bank Field in Cleveland, OH.

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<p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams is signing a three-year, $83-million extension with $67 million guaranteed, sources told <a href="https://x.com/Schultz_Report/status/1964529611112665334">NFL insider Jordan Schultz</a>.</p><p>The Lions traded up to select Williams 12th overall in the 2022 draft. The Alabama product's career had a slow start, entering the league while recovering from a torn ACL suffered in college and playing in only six games as a rookie. The NFL then suspended Williams for four contests to start the 2023 season for violating its gambling policy.</p><p>However, Williams bounced back with a terrific 2024 campaign, racking up 58 catches for 1,001 yards and seven touchdowns. He also averaged 17.3 yards per reception and had three contests in which he totaled 120-plus yards.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>The 24-year-old was still under contract through the 2026 season following Detroit's decision to pick up his fifth-year option. Williams' new reported deal carries an average annual value of $27.6 million, which would rank him as the 13th-highest-paid wide receiver in the league, according to <a href="https://overthecap.com/position/wide-receiver">Over The Cap</a>.</p><p>Detroit kicks off its 2025 season against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday. </p><p> </p>

DETROIT,MICHIGAN-JANUARY 18: Wide receiver Jameson Williams (9) of the Detroit Lions walks on the field ahead of an NFL Divisional Round game between the Detroit Lions and the Washington Commanders in Detroit, Michigan USA, on Saturday, January 18, 2025.

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<p>Pittsburgh Steelers defensive lineman Cam Heyward will play in the season opener after agreeing to a revised contract, sources told <a href="https://x.com/RapSheet/status/1964486525682667797">NFL Network's Ian Rapoport</a>.</p><p>The Steelers added $3 million in playoff incentives to Heyward's pact, allowing the veteran to earn up to $18 million in 2025, Rapoport adds. Heyward sat out of team drills in pursuit of a raise on his current deal and was prepared to miss regular-season games if the sides couldn't reach an agreement.</p><p>Heyward was set to make around $14.75-million this year, ranking as the 22nd-highest paid player at his position, according to <a href="https://overthecap.com/position/interior-defensive-line">Over The Cap</a>. </p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>"When I look at the market, and I look at what I've done, it's hard to really wrap my head around playing at a number where I'm not even half of what the rest of the market is," Heyward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3323700" href="https://thescore.com/news/3323700">said</a> in early August. </p><p>The 36-year-old earned first-team All-Pro honors last season, totaling 71 tackles, 20 quarterback hits, and eight sacks while suiting up in all 17 regular-season contests. Heyward has been with Pittsburgh since being drafted in the first round in 2011.</p><p>The Steelers face off against the New York Jets at 1 p.m. ET Sunday.</p>

PITTSBURGH, PA - DECEMBER 25: Pittsburgh Steelers defensive tackle Cameron Heyward (97) runs onto the field before the regular season NFL football game between the Kansas City Chiefs and Pittsburgh Steelers on December 25, 2024 at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA.

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<p>The Jacksonville Jaguars are planning for <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/209912" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/209912">Travis Hunter</a> to be an every-down wide receiver and situational cornerback in Sunday's season opener against the Carolina Panthers, sources told <a href="https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/46175185/sources-jaguars-plan-use-travis-hunter-every-wr-week-1">ESPN's Adam Schefter</a>.</p><p>However, this arrangement could change for Week 2, and the Jaguars aren't set on how they'll utilize Hunter for the 2025 season, Schefter adds. Jacksonville reportedly believes there are certain weeks the two-way star could be a full-time wide receiver and cornerback.</p><p>"We're going to have to all be flexible," head coach Liam Coen told reporters Friday, according to <a href="https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/46167436/coach-jaguars-flexible-playing-travis-hunter-ways">ESPN's Michael DiRicco</a>. "We'll come up with that plan over the next 24 hours in terms like, alright, what are the exact maybe numbers we want to hit on both sides or usage?"</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>The Jaguars sent the Cleveland Browns a trade package that included a 2026 first-round pick to move up and select Hunter No. 2 overall in this year's draft. Hunter is listed as a starting wideout and a backup cornerback on Jacksonville's depth chart. </p><p>Hunter won the Heisman Trophy at Colorado in 2024 after totaling 96 receptions for 1,258 yards and 15 touchdowns. On defense, he racked up 36 tackles, 11 passes defended, and four interceptions. Hunter played 700-plus snaps on both offense and defense in his final season with the Buffaloes.</p><p>The 21-year-old could become only the fourth player since 1980 to start at both wide receiver and cornerback in the same game, joining Deion Sanders, Champ Bailey, and Antonio Cromartie. </p><p>Jacksonville is looking to rebound in 2025 after finishing with a 4-13 record last year. </p>

JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA - AUGUST 09: Travis Hunter #12 of the Jacksonville Jaguars looks on prior to a the NFL Preseason 2025 game between Pittsburgh Steelers and Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Stadium on August 09, 2025 in Jacksonville, Florida.

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</h3><p>The Titans allowed the seventh-most rushing yards last season, presenting a favorable matchup for the Broncos. Denver will implement a split backfield with Harvey and JK Dobbins, but Harvey has reportedly impressed enough to be an early down back in certain situations. His talent earned him a second-round selection at April's draft, and the Broncos should be prepared to use Harvey early and often - beginning in their opener.</p><h3>🏈 <a href="https://about.espnbet.com/sportsbook-redirect/?%24canonical_url=%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Forganization%2Funited-states%2Fcompetition%2Fnfl%2Fevent%2Ffaea3bb6-3e41-4ad0-af14-bbff140313d6&amp;campaign=thescore_content&amp;customer_campaign=article&amp;%7Echannel=thescore-content&amp;tags=3337610&amp;tags=Saints+Week+2+prop">Chris Olave under 4.5 receptions</a>
</h3><p>Who is Olave supposed to catch passes from? Spencer Rattler will start under center with rookie Tyler Shough serving as the backup. The Saints have the NFL's worst quarterback room. That impacts the wide receivers, who can't accumulate catches from inaccurate and unreliable quarterbacks. New Orleans will struggle to move the ball throughout the game - and the entire season. Take Olave's under receptions instead of yards because he could break free for a large gain on a single catch.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><h3>🏈 <a href="https://about.espnbet.com/sportsbook-redirect/?%24canonical_url=%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Forganization%2Funited-states%2Fcompetition%2Fnfl%2Fsection%2Fqb-props&amp;campaign=thescore_content&amp;customer_campaign=article&amp;%7Echannel=thescore-content&amp;tags=3337610&amp;tags=QB+props+Week+1">Michael Penix over 234.5 passing yards</a>
</h3><p>Penix eclipsed 235 passing yards in only one of his three starts last season, but the Falcons began to trust him down the stretch. He attempted 35 and 38 passes in his final two games, both of which went to overtime. Although it has one of the best running backs in the league with Bijan Robinson, Atlanta will still let Penix rip it, especially against the Bucs' putrid passing defense. Tampa Bay allowed the third-most passing yards in 2024. Penix's first opener as the starter should produce a high passing total.</p><h3>🏈 <a href="https://about.espnbet.com/sportsbook-redirect/?%24canonical_url=%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Forganization%2Funited-states%2Fcompetition%2Fnfl%2Fevent%2F31402ef2-0c29-48ed-b5d2-54c350899bd7&amp;campaign=thescore_content&amp;customer_campaign=article&amp;%7Echannel=thescore-content&amp;tags=3337610&amp;tags=Packers+Week+2+rushing+prop">Jordan Love over 4.5 rushing yards</a>
</h3><p>Nagging injuries throughout the campaign severely hindered Love's ability to run last season. But don't forget how effective he can be with his legs as a dual-threat quarterback. He should return to running more willingly and frequently this year. Love rushed for at least 5 yards in 11 out of 17 games in 2023.</p><h3>🏈 <a href="https://about.espnbet.com/sportsbook-redirect/?%24canonical_url=%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Forganization%2Funited-states%2Fcompetition%2Fnfl%2Fevent%2Faba87086-52b3-4b33-b346-25e1ac120548&amp;campaign=thescore_content&amp;customer_campaign=article&amp;%7Echannel=thescore-content&amp;tags=3337610&amp;tags=Giants-Commanders+receiving+props">Malik Nabers over 76.5 receiving yards</a>
</h3><p>Nabers cleared 77 receiving yards in his final three contests last season - and that was with incompetent quarterback play. Russell Wilson isn't an elite passer, but he's solid. Plus, the Giants should force-feed Nabers against a suspect Commanders secondary.</p><blockquote><p><strong>🏈 <a href="https://about.espnbet.com/sportsbook-redirect/?%24canonical_url=%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Forganization%2Funited-states%2Fcompetition%2Fnfl%2Fsection%2Fqb-props&amp;campaign=thescore_content&amp;customer_campaign=article&amp;%7Echannel=thescore-content&amp;tags=3337610&amp;tags=QB+props+Week+1">Check out a full selection of TD scorer props on ESPN BET and theScore Bet here</a></strong></p></blockquote><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/796852/Touchdown_Scorers-Red.jpg?ts=1754583246" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/796852/Touchdown_Scorers-Red.jpg?ts=1754583246 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/796852/Touchdown_Scorers-Red.jpg?ts=1754583246 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/796852/Touchdown_Scorers-Red.jpg?ts=1754583246 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/796852/Touchdown_Scorers-Red.jpg?ts=1754583246 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/796852/Touchdown_Scorers-Red.jpg?ts=1754583246 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution"></span></figcaption></figure><h3>🙌 <a href="https://about.espnbet.com/sportsbook-redirect/?%24canonical_url=%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Forganization%2Funited-states%2Fcompetition%2Fnfl%2Fsection%2Ftd-scorers&amp;campaign=thescore_content&amp;customer_campaign=article&amp;%7Echannel=thescore-content&amp;tags=3337610&amp;tags=TD+scorers+Week+1">Kenneth Walker (+125)</a>
</h3><p>These odds are too good to pass up. Walker had eight touchdowns in 11 contests last campaign, and all signs point to him getting a heavy workload to start the year. With Robert Saleh now leading San Francisco's defense as the new coordinator, the unit might need some time to find its rhythm. The 49ers also allowed the most rushing touchdowns to opposing running backs in 2024.</p><h3>🙌 <a href="https://about.espnbet.com/sportsbook-redirect/?%24canonical_url=%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Forganization%2Funited-states%2Fcompetition%2Fnfl%2Fsection%2Ftd-scorers&amp;campaign=thescore_content&amp;customer_campaign=article&amp;%7Echannel=thescore-content&amp;tags=3337610&amp;tags=TD+scorers+Week+1">Tee Higgins (+135)</a>
</h3><p>Higgins battled multiple injuries last year, but he was a touchdown machine in the games he played. The 26-year-old racked up 10 scores in 12 contests and will face a Browns secondary that surrendered the fourth-most touchdowns to opposing wide receivers in 2024. Higgins also found the end zone in both matchups against Cleveland last campaign.</p><h3>🙌 <a href="about.espnbet.com/sportsbook-redirect/?%24canonical_url=%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Forganization%2Funited-states%2Fcompetition%2Fnfl%2Fsection%2Ftd-scorers&amp;campaign=thescore_content&amp;customer_campaign=article&amp;%7Echannel=thescore-content&amp;tags=3337610&amp;tags=TD+scorers+Week+1">Emeka Egbuka (+200)</a>
</h3><p>The rookie has an excellent opportunity to shine in his first NFL game, as Atlanta gave up the most red-zone touches and touchdowns to opposing wide receivers last season. Egbuka, who Tampa Bay selected 19th overall in the 2025 draft, will start across from Mike Evans with Chris Godwin sidelined due to injury. He's projected to get a lot of targets in the Buccaneers' pass-happy offense.</p><h3>🙌 <a href="https://about.espnbet.com/sportsbook-redirect/?%24canonical_url=%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Forganization%2Funited-states%2Fcompetition%2Fnfl%2Fsection%2Ftd-scorers&amp;campaign=thescore_content&amp;customer_campaign=article&amp;%7Echannel=thescore-content&amp;tags=3337610&amp;tags=TD+scorers+Week+1">Hunter Henry (+250)</a>
</h3><p>Henry will be Maye's security blanket this season, and the veteran has earned the trust of his young quarterback. The 30-year-old led the team in targets (97), receptions (66), and receiving yards (674) in 2024. Henry has a great matchup out of the gate against the Raiders, as Las Vegas allowed the fourth-most red-zone targets and the second-most touchdowns to opposing tight ends last year.</p><h3>🙌 <a href="https://about.espnbet.com/sportsbook-redirect/?%24canonical_url=%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Forganization%2Funited-states%2Fcompetition%2Fnfl%2Fsection%2Ftd-scorers&amp;campaign=thescore_content&amp;customer_campaign=article&amp;%7Echannel=thescore-content&amp;tags=3337610&amp;tags=TD+scorers+Week+1">Troy Franklin (+450)</a>
</h3><p>Our swing of Week 1 is taking Franklin to find the end zone against the Titans. The second-year wideout is projected to have an increased role on Denver's offense, and he can absolutely fly and burn a shaky Tennessee secondary for a touchdown. The Oregon product is also coming off a great preseason, hauling in over 90 yards and two scores. We're all in on the Franklin hype to start.</p><p><em>US: Must be 21+. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER; Hope is here. Call <a href="tel:8003275050">(800)-327-5050</a> or visit <a href="http://gamblinghelplinema.org/">gamblinghelplinema.org</a> for 24/7 support (MA); Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY).</em></p><p><em>ON: Please play responsibly. 19+. ON only. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call ConnexOntario 24/7 at <a href="tel:18665312600">1-866-531-2600</a>. Text us at 247247 or chat with us at <a href="http://www.connexontario.ca/">www.connexontario.ca</a>.</em></p>

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NFL Week 1 props: TD scorers, player totals for Sunday's slate

It's finally here. The NFL season kicks off Thursday night in Philadelphia with an NFC East match...

<p>It's finally here. The NFL season kicks off Thursday night in Philadelphia with an NFC East matchup between the Eagles, who are coming off a Super Bowl championship, and their bitter foes, the Dallas Cowboys.</p><blockquote><p>🏈 <a href="https://about.espnbet.com/sportsbook-redirect/?%24canonical_url=%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Forganization%2Funited-states%2Fcompetition%2Fnfl%2Fevent%2F8a4f2434-08fd-4dbb-b318-f739bbbaab15&amp;campaign=thescore_content&amp;customer_campaign=article&amp;%7Echannel=thescore-content&amp;tags=3336851&amp;tags=Eagles-Cowboys+betting+preview&amp;tags=Eagles-Cowboys+TNF+opener+picks"><strong>Check out all of the Eagles-Cowboys markets available on ESPN BET and theScore Bet here</strong></a></p></blockquote><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/796823/Game_Picks-Green.jpg?ts=1754581776" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/796823/Game_Picks-Green.jpg?ts=1754581776 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/796823/Game_Picks-Green.jpg?ts=1754581776 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/796823/Game_Picks-Green.jpg?ts=1754581776 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/796823/Game_Picks-Green.jpg?ts=1754581776 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/796823/Game_Picks-Green.jpg?ts=1754581776 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution"></span></figcaption></figure><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe title="Game 5" aria-label="Table" id="datawrapper-chart-j1Ynv" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/j1Ynv/1/" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;" height="126" data-external="1"></iframe><script type="text/javascript">!function(){"use strict";window.addEventListener("message",function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r,i=0;r=e[i];i++)if(r.contentWindow===a.source){var d=a.data["datawrapper-height"][t]+"px";r.style.height=d}}})}();
</script></figure><h3>🏈 <a href="https://about.espnbet.com/sportsbook-redirect/?%24canonical_url=%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Forganization%2Funited-states%2Fcompetition%2Fnfl%2Fevent%2F8a4f2434-08fd-4dbb-b318-f739bbbaab15&amp;campaign=thescore_content&amp;customer_campaign=article&amp;%7Echannel=thescore-content&amp;tags=3336851&amp;tags=Eagles-Cowboys+betting+preview&amp;tags=Eagles-Cowboys+TNF+opener+picks">Pick: Eagles (-7.5)</a>
</h3><p>The Eagles begin their title defense against a clown factory that just traded a generational talent in Micah Parsons due to Cowboys owner Jerry Jones' ineptitude. These rivals are in different stratospheres of organizational competence.</p><p>Philadelphia returns nearly its entire offense from last season's championship team, which featured the league's best running back and best offensive line, a top-three receiving core, and one of the best quarterbacks. A Super Bowl hangover won't hit Philly this season. While the defense is younger with some question marks in the secondary, the front seven should continue to dominate. Plus, defensive coordinator Vic Fangio is back for his second season as one of the best coordinators in football.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>The Cowboys won't be as bad as their 7-10 campaign last year, but the talent gap between them and the Eagles is wider than it's been in a while. That's part of why this may seem like a large spread for a division rivalry game.</p><p>The energy inside Lincoln Financial Field as the Eagles unveil their banner in front of the Cowboys will carry the more talented team to a resounding win.</p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/799744/player_props-Green.jpg?ts=1756828039" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/799744/player_props-Green.jpg?ts=1756828039 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/799744/player_props-Green.jpg?ts=1756828039 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/799744/player_props-Green.jpg?ts=1756828039 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/799744/player_props-Green.jpg?ts=1756828039 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/799744/player_props-Green.jpg?ts=1756828039 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution"></span></figcaption></figure><h3>🏈 <a href="https://about.espnbet.com/sportsbook-redirect/?%24canonical_url=%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Forganization%2Funited-states%2Fcompetition%2Fnfl%2Fevent%2F8a4f2434-08fd-4dbb-b318-f739bbbaab15&amp;campaign=thescore_content&amp;customer_campaign=article&amp;%7Echannel=thescore-content&amp;tags=3336851&amp;tags=Eagles-Cowboys+betting+preview&amp;tags=Eagles-Cowboys+TNF+opener+picks">Dak Prescott over 249.5 passing yards</a>
</h3><p>The Cowboys will feature a pass-heavy attack this season as Dak Prescott is paired with a dangerous wide receiver tandem in CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens. The Eagles' biggest defensive liabilities are in the secondary, particularly at the second cornerback and safety spots, which Dallas should target. Plus, the Cowboys will likely trail in the second half as substantial underdogs. If Dallas is down, Prescott will have even more opportunities to accumulate passing yards.</p><h3>🏈 <a href="https://about.espnbet.com/sportsbook-redirect/?%24canonical_url=%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Forganization%2Funited-states%2Fcompetition%2Fnfl%2Fevent%2F8a4f2434-08fd-4dbb-b318-f739bbbaab15&amp;campaign=thescore_content&amp;customer_campaign=article&amp;%7Echannel=thescore-content&amp;tags=3336851&amp;tags=Eagles-Cowboys+betting+preview&amp;tags=Eagles-Cowboys+TNF+opener+picks">Jalen Hurts over 36.5 rushing yards</a>
</h3><p>Hurts rushed for at least 37 yards in over half of his games last year. The Cowboys allowed the fourth-most rushing yards per game last season, and now their best defender is playing for the Packers. The threat of Saquon Barkley in the backfield creates opportunities for Hurts to run, particularly when the Eagles utilize the read option.</p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/799749/Touchdown_Scorers-Green.jpg?ts=1756828040" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/799749/Touchdown_Scorers-Green.jpg?ts=1756828040 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/799749/Touchdown_Scorers-Green.jpg?ts=1756828040 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/799749/Touchdown_Scorers-Green.jpg?ts=1756828040 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/799749/Touchdown_Scorers-Green.jpg?ts=1756828040 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/799749/Touchdown_Scorers-Green.jpg?ts=1756828040 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution"></span></figcaption></figure><p><em>NFL news editor Brenden Deeg will provide touchdown scorer props all season long. </em></p><h3>🙌 <a href="https://about.espnbet.com/sportsbook-redirect/?%24canonical_url=%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Forganization%2Funited-states%2Fcompetition%2Fnfl%2Fevent%2F8a4f2434-08fd-4dbb-b318-f739bbbaab15&amp;campaign=thescore_content&amp;customer_campaign=article&amp;%7Echannel=thescore-content&amp;tags=3336851&amp;tags=Eagles-Cowboys+betting+preview&amp;tags=Eagles-Cowboys+TNF+opener+picks">A.J. Brown (+145)</a>
</h3><p>Dallas' defense struggled against wide receivers last season, ranking 24th in touchdowns allowed to the position. A.J. Brown, who missed time with a hamstring injury in camp, has been back at practice over the last week and will be fully healthy for the season opener. He scored in five of the last seven games in 2024, including touchdowns in the NFC championship and Super Bowl.</p><h3>🙌 <a href="https://about.espnbet.com/sportsbook-redirect/?%24canonical_url=%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Forganization%2Funited-states%2Fcompetition%2Fnfl%2Fevent%2F8a4f2434-08fd-4dbb-b318-f739bbbaab15&amp;campaign=thescore_content&amp;customer_campaign=article&amp;%7Echannel=thescore-content&amp;tags=3336851&amp;tags=Eagles-Cowboys+betting+preview&amp;tags=Eagles-Cowboys+TNF+opener+picks">Javonte Williams (+185)</a>
</h3><p>We'll trust the Cowboys' depth chart and training camp reporting here. Williams, who was signed this offseason after four years in Denver, headlines Dallas' running backs entering Week 1, and these odds are too good to pass up. You'll rarely ever see an RB1 over +150, so take it while you can.</p><h3>🙌 <a href="https://about.espnbet.com/sportsbook-redirect/?%24canonical_url=%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Forganization%2Funited-states%2Fcompetition%2Fnfl%2Fevent%2F8a4f2434-08fd-4dbb-b318-f739bbbaab15&amp;campaign=thescore_content&amp;customer_campaign=article&amp;%7Echannel=thescore-content&amp;tags=3336851&amp;tags=Eagles-Cowboys+betting+preview&amp;tags=Eagles-Cowboys+TNF+opener+picks">Jalen Hurts to score 2+ (+325)</a>
</h3><p>The Eagles won't mess around in the season opener: We expect them to utilize the tush push every chance they get. Hurts scored two rushing touchdowns in his lone start against Dallas last season, and the Cowboys allowed the most scores and yards on the ground to opposing quarterbacks in 2024. Their run defense is set to struggle again this year, so Hurts finding the end zone twice is a great long-shot bet.</p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/799745/Parlays-Green.jpg?ts=1756828039" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/799745/Parlays-Green.jpg?ts=1756828039 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/799745/Parlays-Green.jpg?ts=1756828039 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/799745/Parlays-Green.jpg?ts=1756828039 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/799745/Parlays-Green.jpg?ts=1756828039 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/799745/Parlays-Green.jpg?ts=1756828039 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution"></span></figcaption></figure><p>Let's have some fun, shall we? Parlays are rarely recommended wagers, but they easily offer the best bang for your buck from an entertainment standpoint. Turning $5 into hundreds is every casual bettor's dream, and the season opener presents a great setup to take a shot at hitting an early lottery ticket.</p><p><strong>The legs:</strong></p><ul>
<li>CeeDee Lamb: Over 89.5 receiving yards</li>
<li>CeeDee Lamb: To score a TD</li>
<li>Dak Prescott: Over 39.5 passing attempts</li>
<li>Dak Prescott: Over 299.5 passing yards</li>
<li>Dak Prescott: Over 19.5 rushing yards</li>
<li>Jalen Hurts: To score a TD</li>
</ul><p><strong>The odds: +7856</strong></p><p><strong>The logic: </strong></p><p>The Eagles are 7.5-point favorites, and the game total is 47.5, which is higher than average. The Eagles should be leading, and if they score four touchdowns - as their team total implies - chances are Hurts scores one of them.</p><p>All signs point toward the Cowboys being one of the pass-happiest offenses in the league. Their defense, meanwhile, projects to be one of the worst in the NFL, and nothing suggests their rushing attack will improve from last year. With the Cowboys forced to play catch-up and Philadelphia's relatively weak secondary, it's easy to see how Prescott would throw the ball 40 or more times.</p><p>If Prescott does, his chances of throwing for over 300 yards increase. Lamb will be his go-to option and should see a hefty number of targets as the Cowboys' best offensive weapon. There's a chance Pickens is shadowed by Quinyon Mitchell, who finished second in the Defensive Rookie of the Year voting last year. That would force Prescott to look Lamb's way even more often. Plus, Lamb can operate out of the slot to create different matchups for the Cowboys to capitalize on.</p><p>In a game where the Cowboys are expected to call a high rate of passing plays, it could take just one scramble from Prescott to rush for 20 or more yards. The Eagles' defensive line is a problem, and Prescott could be running for his life more than once.</p><p><em>US: Must be 21+. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER; Hope is here. Call <a href="tel:8003275050">(800)-327-5050</a> or visit <a href="http://gamblinghelplinema.org/">gamblinghelplinema.org</a> for 24/7 support (MA); Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY).</em></p><p><em>ON: Please play responsibly. 19+. ON only. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call ConnexOntario 24/7 at <a href="tel:18665312600">1-866-531-2600</a>. Text us at 247247 or chat with us at <a href="http://www.connexontario.ca/">www.connexontario.ca</a>.</em></p>

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