The NFL Week 2 slate provided us with an Eagles win over the Vikings to kick things off before a baker’s dozen of games Sunday.

Among the best games this weekend includes the Jaguars and Chiefs facing off for the third time since November, the Bengals and Ravens having a rematch of their infamous wild–card game, and the Jets seeing what Zach Wilson could do against the powerful Cowboys defense.

Finally, on Sunday night, it’s a battle between Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and the Patriots defense for a big victory in the AFC East.

Note: This will be updated throughout Sunday.

SUNDAY

Chiefs 17, Jaguars 9

• What it means for Chiefs: Kansas City’s defense is starting to become notable. After always playing a secondary role in the Chiefs’ championship stories, the defense has stepped up considerably, allowing 23 points across two games against very good offenses in Detroit and Jacksonville. Oh, and Chris Jones? He had 1.5 sacks with a tackle for loss.
• What it means for Jaguars: Jacksonville needs to get better up front. The Jaguars allowed four sacks to Kansas City, including 1.5 each to Jones and George Karlaftis. After two weeks, quarterback Trevor Lawrence has been dumped six times. It’s not cause for major concern considering left tackle Cam Robinson is suspended and right tackle Anton Harrison is a rookie, but it’s worth monitoring.
• Sept. 24: Bears at Chiefs, 4:25 p.m. ET; Texans at Jaguars, 1 p.m. ET 

Ravens 27, Bengals 24

• What it means for Ravens: Lamar Jackson looked far more comfortable this weekend in Todd Monken’s offense. Even without star linemen Tyler Linderbaum and Ronnie Stanley, Jackson threw for 237 yards and two touchdowns while rushing for another 57. He was the star Baltimore needed to notch a key divisional win over the struggling Bengals.
• What it means for Bengals: The rushing defense is a major issue. Yes, the Ravens and Browns are maybe the two worst opponents to face in that regard, but Cincinnati has been gashed for a collective 384 yards on 77 carries (4.9 YPC). While Joe Burrow’s lackluster start is concerning, that’ll be corrected. The defense, right now, is the bigger long-term problem.
• Week 3: Colts at Ravens, 1 p.m. ET Sept. 24; Rams at Bengals, 8:15 p.m. ET (Mon.) 

Titans 27, Chargers 24 (OT)

• What it means for Chargers: Los Angeles has no pass defense. The Chargers allowed a Week 1-high 466 passing yards against Tua Tagovailoa and the Dolphins. Then, facing a pop-gun offense in the Titans and Ryan Tannehill, the Chargers watched as the veteran quarterback went 20-of-24 for 246 yards and a touchdown. In the pass-heavy AFC, that’s a certain way for L.A. to lose more than its share of games.
• What it means for Titans: Tennessee can win with its front seven. Last weekend, the Titans allowed only 16 points to the Saints, largely because it sacked Derek Carr four times. On Sunday, Tennessee brought down Justin Herbert on four occasions. This pass rush, plus running the ball, is a winning recipe.
• Sept. 24: Chargers at Vikings, 1 p.m. ET; Titans at Browns, 1 p.m. ET 

Bills 38, Raiders 10

• What it means for Raiders: If Las Vegas is going to be surprisingly competitive this season, it starts with Jimmy Garoppolo not making huge mistakes. Leading 7–0 with the ball early, Garoppolo threw an interception deep in his own territory, and Buffalo took off. The veteran signal-caller needs to take the sack on that screen instead of throwing it into chaos. Hopefully, he takes that lesson moving forward.
• What it means for Bills: The easy takeaway is Josh Allen bouncing back, but that’s not surprising. What was surprising is Buffalo, which had the league’s worst Week 1 run defense, holding Josh Jacobs to minus-two yards on nine carries. If the front seven can play anything close to that most weeks, Buffalo will notch plenty of blowout wins.
• Sept. 24: Steelers at Raiders, 8:15 p.m. ET; Bills at Commanders, 1 p.m. ET

Seahawks 37, Lions 31 (OT)

• What it means for Seahawks: After an incredible Pro Bowl season in 2022, Geno Smith struggled in Week 1 with 112 passing yards. The big adjustment? Getting Tyler Lockett more involved. After catching just two passes on four targets against the Rams, Lockett had eight receptions on 12 targets, including the game-winning touchdown. Nice job by coordinator Shane Waldron getting Lockett back in the flow.
• What it means for Lions: The pass rush remains an issue. While second-year stud Aidan Hutchinson is on Detroit’s front, there isn’t much else. Detroit only hit Smith once on Sunday, and against the Chiefs in Week 1, Mahomes was never sacked. It’s putting a ton of pressure on the secondary.
• Sept. 24: Panthers at Seahawks, 4:05 p.m. ET; Falcons at Lions, 1 p.m. ET 

Falcons 25, Packers 24

• What it means for Packers: Last weekend, the Bears were stifled by a swarming Green Bay defense. That wasn’t the case in Atlanta, as the unit allowed 446 total yards, including four consecutive scoring drives before a kneel-down to end the game. If the Packers are going to fight for the NFC North, the defense must be terrific while the offense finds its way.
• What it means for Falcons: The defense, for the second consecutive week, is doing the job. After holding the Panthers to 10 points in Week 1, the Packers only mustered 224 total yards. With a second-year quarterback in Desmond Ridder working into the offense, defensive coordinator Ryan Nielsen is taking significant pressure off him.
• Sept. 24: Saints at Packers, 1 p.m. ET; Falcons at Lions, 1 p.m. ET 

Buccaneers 27, Bears 17

• What it means for Bears: The passing game hasn’t improved. Chicago spent the offseason adding guard Nate Davis and tackle Darnell Wright, along with receiver DJ Moore. The result? Horrid play. Quarterback Justin Fields was sacked six times on Sunday, and it could have been more. Chicago has to find a way to generate easy throws.
• What it means for Buccaneers: Who saw this start coming? One of the biggest reasons is quarterback Baker Mayfield, who has yet to throw an interception. If Mayfield can continue to play smart football, allowing his defense to play the leading role, there’s a good season ahead for Tampa Bay in the wide open NFC South.
• Week 3: Bears at Chiefs, 4:25 p.m. ET Sept. 24; Eagles at Buccaneers, 7:15 p.m. ET (Mon.)

Colts 31, Texans 20

• What it means for Colts: Shane Steichen knows what he’s doing. Indianapolis led the Jaguars in the final quarter of Week 1, and then handled the Texans with relative ease. Rookie quarterback Anthony Richardson, who had two rushing touchdowns, needs to be handled with extra care after his concussion, but the offense is multi-dimensional despite limited weapons.
• What it means for Texans: Houston isn’t going to win shootouts, putting the defense in a tough spot. Under a defensive-minded coach in DeMeco Ryans, the Texans can’t allow 90 rushing yards in a half, leading to 28 points. The path forward for Houston is playing conservatively and allowing the defense to lead. Last week saw some of that despite a lopsided loss. Not the case against the Colts.
• Sept. 24: Colts at Ravens, 1 p.m. ET; Texans at Jaguars, 1 p.m. ET 

THURSDAY

Eagles 34, Vikings 28

• What it means for Vikings: The offense has been very one-dimensional to this point. On Thursday, Minnesota ran for 28 yards on only nine attempts. If the Vikings are going to get back to playing winning football, it starts with finding balance.
• What it means for Eagles: Philadelphia has played far from perfect the first two weeks, and yet it’s 2–0 with wins over a playoff team from last year and Bill Belichick on the road. Jalen Hurts will eventually settle in under new coordinator Brian Johnson, and the offense should return to its terrifying self.
• Week 3: Eagles at Buccaneers, 7:15 p.m. ET (Mon.); Chargers at Vikings, 1 p.m. ET Sept. 24