After a shutout by the Carolina Panthers, the<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/atlanta-falcons" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Atlanta Falcons</a> enter Week 4 of the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> season surrounded by doubts. It was a poor performance from everybody, especially second-year quarterback Michael Penix Jr., who was benched for Kirk Cousins after two interceptions, including a pick-6.&nbsp;



Penix completed 16 of 38 pass attempts for 172 yards and a 40.5 passer rating. The Panthers exposed the Falcons’ weaknesses and put them in a complex position ahead of two big matchups against the Washington Commanders and the Buffalo Bills.&nbsp;



Atlanta now has one win and two losses, and many questions to answer if it wants to keep its playoff hopes alive. This defeat affected how the Falcons are seen around the league, and they aren’t considered a playoff hopeful at the moment.



<h2>Falcons drop four spots in latest ESPN’s Power Rankings</h2>



After a commanding 22-6 win against the Minnesota Vikings, the Atlanta Falcons played worse than the NFC North team. They went from No. 15 to No. 19 on ESPN’s Week 4 Power Rankings. Analyst Marc Raimondi wrote that they need to stop relying so much on the blitz.&nbsp;



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“Overall, there isn’t much to complain about. Atlanta is eighth in the league in QB pressure rate (40.4%), and opposing quarterbacks have the fourth-worst rating in the league (76.0) against the Falcons. But D-coordinator Jeff Ulbrich’s system is relying quite a bit on the blitz, as no team has a higher blitz rate in the NFL (44.7%). So far, the metrics say it’s working. But that might not last forever, considering the next quarterbacks the Falcons will see are Washington’s Jayden Daniels (if he returns from his knee injury) and Buffalo’s Josh Allen,” he wrote.



The Falcons entered the season as the biggest threat to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but they have disappointed so far. It’s time for them to wake up and get things back on track, or the Panthers could overtake them.&nbsp;

Falcons get grim update from ESPN after Week 3 collapse

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Ahead of the Week 3 matchup between his<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/arizona-cardinals" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Arizona Cardinals </a>and the San Francisco 49ers, Marvin Harrison Jr. shared a message about his performance and lack of targets. Harrison made it clear that he didn’t think much about his stats as long as the team was winning, fresh off a win over the Carolina Panthers.&nbsp;



The 49ers edged the Cardinals out 19-16 on Sunday to improve to 3-0, while the Cards suffered the first loss of the young 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> season. In a game that didn’t have Brock Purdy under center for the Niners, Mac Jones (27 of 41 for 284 yards and one touchdown) took the team to the promised land at Levi’s Stadium.&nbsp;



Harrison averaged 14.7 yards per catch in this game, but he was targeted six times and made three receptions for 44 yards. He dropped a pass when he was wide open, as he tried to catch with his legs instead of his hands.



The Week 3 performance didn’t sit well with the second-year wide receiver. Now that the team suffered its first loss, things appear to be changing for the Ohio State product.&nbsp;



<h2>Marvin Harrison Jr. opens up on his struggles&nbsp;</h2>



Speaking with reporters after the 49ers secured the win, Harrison admitted that he wasn’t performing at his best, and while his teammates were doing their job, he was failing to do his.&nbsp;



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“A lot of emotion. Just disappointed really,” Harrison said. “I know what I put into the game. It just doesn’t feel the best. … Everybody’s got a job to do – I’m not doing my job at a high enough level at the moment.”



In three games, Harrison has recorded 10 receptions for 142 yards and one touchdown. Those are decent numbers, but when you’re a No. 4 overall pick, people expect a lot more from you.&nbsp;

Marvin Harrison Jr. sends clear message amid early struggles

Marvin Harrison Jr. sends clear message amid early struggles - Bolavip US

The Carolina Panthers dominated the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/atlanta-falcons" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Atlanta Falcons</a> from start to finish in Week 3 of the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> season. The Panthers won their first game of the season behind a spectacular collective effort that shut out the Falcons while they scored 30 points.&nbsp;



Michael Penix Jr. struggled to get things going, finishing 18 of 36 for 172 yards and two interceptions (including a pick-6), which prompted Raheem Morris to replace him with Kirk Cousins.&nbsp;



It was a poor performance from the Falcons, who had Bijan Robinson (13 carries for 72 yards) as the only “bright” spot in this game. The star running back wasn’t happy with the team’s performance after the matchup and sent a clear message to his teammates.&nbsp;



<h2>Bijan Robinson sends clear message to struggling Falcons</h2>



Atlanta is 1-2 after the Panthers’ loss. They rank third in the conference after Sunday’s loss. The season is off to a rocky start, and they need to get it together before it’s too late. Talking about the current state of the Falcons, Robinson made it clear that they need to decide what type of team they want to be moving forward.&nbsp;



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“I didn’t want to lose by 30 today. Obviously, nobody did. But it happened,” Robinson said. “I believe this can either break a team or make a team. For us, this needs to make this team. We need to come in tomorrow, we need to watch this game, and we all need to feel the same hurt the same way.”



Week 4 will see the Falcons face off against the Washington Commanders. It remains to be seen if Kirk Cousins will take over from Penix or if the second-year quarterback will keep Morris’ trust ahead of a game that could put them 1-3.&nbsp;

Bijan Robinson puts Falcons on notice after Panthers shutout

Bijan Robinson puts Falcons on notice after Panthers shutout - Bolavip US

The<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/indianapolis-colts" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Indianapolis Colts</a> entered the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> season with doubts surrounding their quarterback situation. They benched Anthony Richardson in favor of veteran Daniel Jones, which raised eyebrows among the fanbase.



Three weeks into the season, the Colts are unbeaten after a dominant 41-20 win over divisional rivals, the Tennessee Titans, becoming one of the biggest surprises of the season after wins over the Miami Dolphins (33-8) and the Denver Broncos (29-28), respectively, in the first two weeks.



Jones continues to perform at a high level, as he went 18 of 25 for 228 yards and one touchdown passing on Sunday. The former New York Giants QB added four carries for 27 yards. Indianapolis plays well week in and week out, and they haven’t faced only struggling teams on the way to a 3-0 record.&nbsp;



<h2>Shane Steichen details what makes Colts a different team&nbsp;</h2>



Speaking with reporters, Shane Steichen was asked about his post-game comments, where he said the Colts are a different team. He noted that everybody is doing their job at their maximum capacity, and that translates into positive results.&nbsp;



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“I think it’s a feel thing. I think the guys are just playing together at a high level and the execution is at a high level. That’s where I think it’s different for our football team this year,” the coach said.



“I think it all started back in spring and into training camp, you could feel it coming all together. Then obviously to have the success we’ve had through three weeks has been great,” he added.



The Colts have scored 103 points and have allowed just 56 points. They have done a solid job on defense, while using their best offensive assets smartly. When Daniel Jones and Michael Pittman aren’t connecting, Jonathan Taylor can take over and lead the team to a win.&nbsp;

Shane Steichen explains why Colts are a different team amid 3-0 start

Shane Steichen explains why Colts are a different team amid 3-0 start - Bolavip US

Cam Newton isn’t a fan of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/minnesota-vikings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Minnesota Vikings</a>’ second-year quarterback JJ McCarthy, after the former Michigan Wolverines star’s complex start to the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL </a>season. McCarthy has a 1-1 record as the Vikings’ starter after pulling off a comeback win against the Detroit Lions in Week 1 and suffering a humbling defeat against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 2.



In two games, McCarthy has gone 24 of 41 for 301 yards and two touchdowns against three interceptions and nine sacks. He has carried the ball seven times for 50 yards and one touchdown.



Newton and fellow former NFL QB Dan Orlovsky engaged in a heated exchange during Monday’s edition of ESPN’s “First Take.” While discussing how far the Dallas Cowboys could go this season, Orlovsky argued that the Cowboys aren’t a playoff team.



<h2>Cam Newton says JJ McCarthy can’t maximize the Vikings’ chances to win</h2>



After saying the Cowboys weren’t better than the Green Bay Packers or San Francisco 49ers, Newton was asked if Dallas was better than Minnesota. He took the opportunity to air his opinion on McCarthy’s level.



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“No, they won’t, not with J.J. McCarthy,” Newton said after Orlovsky said the Vikings would beat the Cowboys by 17 points. “Bro, are you serious? Did you watch? You know this caveat in the NFL, it’s not about who’s most talented. It’s about who gets hot at the right time.”



McCarthy was the No. 10 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. He entered the league with high expectations, fresh off winning the national championship with Michigan. After suffering a season-ending injury, McCarthy returned to the field in 2025. He’s off to a rocky start, but the Vikings still have hope in the young quarterback.&nbsp;

Former Panthers star takes shot at Vikings' JJ McCarthy

Former Panthers star takes shot at Vikings' JJ McCarthy - Bolavip US

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/seattle-seahawks">Seattle Seahawks</a>‘ defensive tackle Byron Murphy II made a solid impression during his rookie NFL season. The 23-year-old finished with 36 tackles and 0.5 sacks in 2024, showing flashes of what was coming.&nbsp;



In two games this campaign, he has completed 11 tackles for 1.5 sacks with the Seahawks, one of the most intriguing teams in the NFC. Murphy went against the San Francisco 49ers’ offensive line in Week 1 and then against the Pittsburgh Steelers’ in Week 2, putting pressure on Brock Purdy and Aaron Rodgers to ruin their scoring plans.&nbsp;



Week 3 presents a seemingly easier matchup, as he’ll go against one of the worst O-lines in the league, the New Orleans Saints. Murphy is set to take his game to the next level and Sunday’s game could confirm that he is entering a dominant era.&nbsp;



<h2>Byron Murphy II predicted to feast against the Saints&nbsp;</h2>



Michael Hanich of YardBarker wrote on Wednesday that going against the Saints will give Murphy another chance to shine and let opponents know they should worry whenever they go against the Seahawks.&nbsp;



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“New Orleans’ offensive line came into the season ranked among the bottom top in the offensive line units by PFF. The unit hasn’t gotten much better through the start of the two games, especially with center Cesar Ruiz,” he wrote. “He was the lowest graded Saints offensive player in each of the first two games. Ruiz graded out at 36.5 in the week one loss to the Arizona Cardinals and remained the lowest-rated offensive player. This Sunday’s game against the Saints can be another statement game for Murphy, as he can use it to gain more momentum and develop good habits. There are several elements that the Seahawks’ defense will look to improve, including defending against the mid-range passing game.”



The Seahawks are one of the favorites to win the NFC West division title, and these are the games they must win to get closer to that. Murphy is showing intriguing traits, and he’s just starting his <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> journey.

Seahawks' Byron Murphy gets major prediction ahead of Saints matchup

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Daniel Jones is enjoying a sweet moment with the Indianapolis Colts after spending the first six years of his career with the New York Giants. The veteran quarterback endured playing behind a shaky offensive line that hurt his production at times, which is completely to opposite of what he has in Indianapolis.&nbsp;



Jones is one of the biggest surprises in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> after two weeks of action. He has completed 45 of 63 pass attempts for 588 yards and two touchdowns. He has also shown off his mobility with 13 carries for 28 yards and three touchdowns for the 2-0 Colts.&nbsp;



The team boasts this record for the first time in over a decade, and Jones is mainly responsible for that. Indy beat the Denver Broncos in Week 2 in a dramatic showdown that was decided by a last-second field goal.&nbsp;



<h2>Daniel Jones praises Colts’ offensive line amid 2-0 start</h2>



Talking with Kay Adams on her “Up &amp; Adams” show on Wednesday, Jones raved about his new offensive line and how it allows him and the running game to produce against any situation.&nbsp;



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“Very, very good,” Jones said. “I think pass pro has been incredible. We’ve run the ball well when we needed to run it. They’re locked in, and Tony Sparano, the O-line coach, does a great job getting them prepped, picking up blitzes, knowing what the team’s doing.”



The Colts will face off against the Tennessee Titans in Week 3, hoping to extend their unbeaten streak to 3-0 against a winless team that is still figuring out how to help rookie quarterback Cam Ward.&nbsp;

Daniel Jones makes clear statement on Colts' O-Line after struggles with Giants

Daniel Jones makes clear statement on Colts' O-Line after struggles with Giants - Bolavip US

After being dominated by the Tom Brady-owned Las Vegas Raiders in the season opener, the New England Patriots bounced back in Week 2 and gave the Miami Dolphins their second loss of the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> season.&nbsp;



They score 20 more points than in Week 1 (33 to 13), showing off a dynamic offense led by second-year quarterback Drake Maye. The former North Carolina playmaker went 19 of 23 for 230 yards and two touchdowns passing, while carrying the ball 10 times for 31 yards and one touchdown.&nbsp;



The Patriots went through changes in the offseason, bringing in a new coaching staff to try to right the ship after Jerod Mayo’s first and only season coaching the team became a disaster.&nbsp;



<h2>Drake Maye explains what changed for the Patriots from Week 1 to Week 2</h2>



Maye explained that the Patriots were upset after losing to the Raiders, and they channeled that anger to the Dolphins. The quarterback looked more comfortable, making plays left and right.



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“I think there was a little fire under us,” Maye said. “Week 1, you’re kind of anticipating. What’s this like, new team, new guys. Week 2, you want to get back at it, and we know we didn’t put our best football out there Week 1. So, just the mindset of what we can do and just trying to bring it every week. There are still things to learn from on the tape and areas to improve. I think just a little fire under us, and hopefully we bring that this Sunday.”



The Patriots will host the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 3, hoping to give Aaron Rodgers and Co. their second loss of the 2025 season. Maye is set to extend his momentum and confirm that Week 1 was just a fluke.&nbsp;

Drake Maye shares key motivation behind Patriots' win over Dolphins

Drake Maye shares key motivation behind Patriots' win over Dolphins - Bolavip US

Bijan Robinson has evolved year after year until becoming one of the best running backs in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a>. The Atlanta Falcons star doesn’t get as much attention as Saquon Barkley or Derrick Henry, but he’s right there with those two in terms of production.&nbsp;



After a terrific 2024 season in which he carried the ball 304 times and racked up 1,456 yards and 14 touchdowns, Robinson entered this campaign as one of the best players in his position.&nbsp;



Coach Raheem Morris is really fond of the former Texas Longhorns, who started this season with 34 carries and 167 yards. Robinson is still drawing positive comments, and Morris gave him the ultimate praise.&nbsp;



<h2>Raheem Morris says Bijan Robinson is the best player in the NFL&nbsp;</h2>



Besides becoming one of the best players in his position, Robinson is considered the best player in the league, at least for his coach.&nbsp;



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“He’s definitely the best player in football, without a doubt,” he said Wednesday. “He’s unbelievable. I love the kid. I love everything about him. I love watching him with the ball. I love his confidence. I love his demeanor. I love his mindset. I love the leadership. I love everything about him.”



The Atlanta Falcons rank second in the NFC South division after losing the season opener against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and beating the Minnesota Vikings in Week 2. Robinson doesn’t seem to be playing at his best level, but the season is still young. He still has a big room for improvement, which will benefit Michael Penix Jr. and Co.&nbsp;

Bijan Robinson receives ultimate praise from Raheem Morris

Bijan Robinson receives ultimate praise from Raheem Morris - Bolavip US

Xavier Legette has struggled to find consistency in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a>, going from a regular rookie season to a disappointing start to the 2025 season. The South Carolina product played 16 games in 2024, finishing with 49 catches on 84 targets for 497 yards and four touchdowns.&nbsp;



His sophomore campaign is off to a concerning start. He has caught only four passes on 15 targets, racking up eight yards and zero touchdowns so far. Legette was expected to become a solid target for Bryce Young, but his performance is already making people question if he’s good enough to be a starter.&nbsp;



The 2024 No. 32 overall pick could lose his job soon if his performance stays the same.&nbsp;



<h2>Xavier Legette might be benched, says NFL analyst&nbsp;</h2>



Legette’s lack of separation and explosiveness and his performance in Week 2 against the Arizona Cardinals, put him under fire, with fans calling for him to be benched. David Newton of ESPN wrote on Wednesday that Legette could end up losing his starting role if this situation continues.&nbsp;



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“The 32nd pick of the 2024 draft had one catch for minus-2 yards Sunday and through two games has four catches on 15 targets for 8 yards. Coach Dave Canales says he still believes in Legette, but is there reason to? Legette had only a 58.3% catch rate last year and worked hard during the offseason to improve that. Instead, he has gone backward and is at 26.7%. He should be in danger of being replaced,” he wrote.



The Panthers are 0-2 ahead of Week 3, and nothing suggests they will improve their performance at some point. Bryce Young has been questioned, too, which could mean they are headed into an offseason of changes.&nbsp;

Panthers could make surprising decision on Xavier Legette amid early struggles

Panthers could make surprising decision on Xavier Legette amid early struggles - Bolavip US

Veteran wide receiver <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/stefon-diggs">Stefon Diggs</a> has many reasons to celebrate. The New England Patriots beat the Miami Dolphins in Week 1 of the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> season, Cardi B announced she’s expecting Diggs’ kid and Christian Gonzalez is back in practice.



The third-year cornerback, who missed 13 games in his rookie season after suffering a torn labrum against the Dallas Cowboys, got injured during training camp. Seven weeks after hurting his hamstring, Gonzalez returned to practice.



He was listed as limited on Wednesday’s practice session, which brought joy to his teammates, especially Diggs.



<h2>Stefon Diggs over the moon about Christian Gonzalez’s return</h2>



Coming off a second-team All-Pro selection in 2024, Gonzalez enters this season with high expectations. He suffered a hamstring injury in July during an 11-on-11 drill. Gonzalez matched up with Diggs before suffering the non-contact injury. Diggs had nothing but good things to say about Gonzalez.



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“Obviously, Zo is one of our stars, especially from that cornerback position,” he said on Wednesday. “I feel like he plays a key role on our defense, and he’s definitely one of the captains on this team. … From a personal view, we’d be super excited to have him back. Hell of a player.”



Diggs wasn’t the only one excited about this return.&nbsp;“It’s very exciting,” said safety Jaylinn Hawkins. “We all know Gonzo is shutdown, a playmaker. He’s another playmaker on the team. It’s hella exciting. I know he’s really excited to be back. Nobody wants to miss games or be hurt or be injured. I’m excited. My dawg’s back. We’re going to go out there and rock out.”



The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots">Patriots</a> are 1-1 after a loss to the Las Vegas Raiders and a win over the Dolphins. Gonzalez’s return should elevate the team’s level moving forward, although it’s not clear when he will be able to play games.&nbsp;

Stefon Diggs hyped up over latest Patriots injury update

Stefon Diggs hyped up over latest Patriots injury update - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-orleans-saints">New Orleans Saints</a> are 0-2 heading to Week 3 of the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> season. The NFC South franchise will clash against an NFC West opponent for the third consecutive game, hoping to inaugurate the winning column.&nbsp;



New Orleans entered the season with many questions and no answers, especially at the quarterback position. Derek Carr’s retirement added more drama to the team’s situation and led to a two-man race between Spencer Rattler and rookie Tyler Shough for the starting QB role.&nbsp;



Rattler has had a decent start to he season, completing 52 of 80 pass attempts for 421 yards and three touchdowns against zero interceptions. Those numbers haven’t been enough, as the Saints are still winless.&nbsp;The team has a solid group of pass catchers, but it could find more help on the free market.&nbsp;



<h2>Odell Beckham Jr. mentioned a potential target for Saints&nbsp;</h2>



After playing nine games with the Miami Dolphins in 2024, Odell Beckham Jr. mutually agreed to end his relationship with the team. He remains a free agent, and while he’s hinted about a potential return to the New York Giants, nothing has materialized for the three-time Pro Bowler.&nbsp;



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Patrick McAvoy of “New Orleans Saints on SI” writes that Beckham can help the team with his experience, mentioning his 2023 stint with the Baltimore Ravens as the prime example that he can be impactful while he’s not as explosive as before.


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“He’s a long time removed from putting up eye-popping numbers early in his career, but that 2023 season shows that even at this stage, he can be effective. Included in that season was a 116-yard performance for Baltimore against the Cincinnati Bengals. The Saints don’t necessarily need to add another receiver. But, they also are 0-2, so nothing could hurt the team’s chances at this point. Why not see what he can do?” he wrote.



New Orleans has Chris Olave as WR1, followed by Rashid Shaheed and Brandin Cooks. The wide receiver room may be the deepest on Kellen Moore’s team, but Beckham could still find his way to NOLA.&nbsp;

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Saints urged to sign Super Bowl champion wide receiver - Bolavip US

The Arizona Cardinals are one of the 10 unbeaten teams remaining in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> after two weeks of action. Ahead of Week 3, the NFC West franchise is eager to extend its positive streak, although the challenge might be harder, as it faces divisional rivals San Francisco 49ers, another undefeated squad.



After wins over the New Orleans Saints (20-13) and Carolina Panthers (27-22), the Cardinals enter Week 3 with high expectations. However, despite being 2-0, some have criticized their performance.&nbsp;



They beat two teams that are far away from contention and the Panthers threatened to complete a comeback win in the fourth quarter, which raised many eyebrows around the league. Marvin Harrison Jr. hasn’t been involved in the offense, either, but he’s not worried about that.&nbsp;



<h2>Marvin Harrison Jr. sends message to Cardinals doubters&nbsp;</h2>



Offensive coordinator Drew Petzing has been on the receiving end of criticism amid the Cardinals’ offense struggles. They are the 24th-ranked offense in the league, but Harrison believes none of that matters, even his lack of targets, if the team is winning.&nbsp;



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“That’s a silly conversation, really,” Harrison said Thursday. “We’re 2-0. That’s the most important thing. Two big games coming up, one big game this week. So, that’s really my only focus.”



In two games, Harrison has been targeted 11 times, as he’s caught seven passes for 98 yards and one touchdown. He’s second to tight end Trey McBride in each category, which isn’t a problem for the second-year wide receiver.



The Cardinals fought hard to make it to the playoffs last season, but they couldn’t keep up with the Los Angeles Rams and Seattle Seahawks down the stretch. They have renewed expectations this year in a division that looks more competitive.

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Marvin Harrison Jr. shuts down talks about low production - Bolavip US

While the Tennessee Titans are winless after two weeks of the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cam-ward">Cam Ward</a> era, the rookie quarterback has shown flashes of his brilliance and even scored his first career touchdown on Sunday against the Los Angeles Rams.&nbsp;



The No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> Draft brought hope to the AFC South team, but he’s just starting to learn the Xs and Os of the league. Even so, Ward turned a lot of heads on Sunday after he escaped pressure and threw a pass to fellow rookie Elic Ayomanor to give the Titans six points against the Rams.&nbsp;



The 9-yard touchdown had just a 14.2% completion probability, per Next Gen Stats. That decision paid off for the quarterback, but it will be hard to see him pulling it off again, especially against the best defenses in the league.&nbsp;



<h2>Zaire Franklin sends message to Cam Ward ahead of Colts-Titans&nbsp;</h2>



Indianapolis Colts’ linebacker Zaire Franklin discussed Ward’s difficult touchdown ahead of the Week 3 showdown between the Colts and the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tennessee-titans">Titans</a>. He admitted he hoped that Ward tried that throw again, implying his team would be ready to intercept it.&nbsp;



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“I hope he throws that play again. It wasn’t a good throw,” Franklin said.” But he’s a talented player. He can make all those throws, his arm angle obviously is exceptional. He’s got a zip on the ball. He’s the No. 1 overall pick for a reason, I was a fan of him when he was in college. But when you know you got a guy like that that’s able to make plays, you just gotta make sure you stay on your assignments. But hopefully he throws (that) ball again.”



After two NFL games, Ward has recorded 31 completions on 61 pass attempts for 287 yards and one touchdown. He has been sacked 11 times, which shows that his team is still under construction and far away from contention.&nbsp;

Cam Ward gets challenged by Colts LB ahead of divisional matchup

Cam Ward gets challenged by Colts LB ahead of divisional matchup - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/indianapolis-colts">Indianapolis Colts</a> are off to a terrific start after they won their first two games of the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> season. After the sad death of long-time owner Jim Irsay, Carlie Irsay-Gordon took over as the new franchise leader.&nbsp;



They are enjoying success fast, with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/daniel-jones">Daniel Jones</a> taking them to their best season start since 2009, when they were also 2-0 after two games. Jones is balling with 45 completions on 63 pass attempts for 588 yards and two touchdowns. Additionally, he’s rushed the ball 13 times for 28 yards and three scores.&nbsp;



Everything is being overseen by Irsay-Gordon, who is learning all she can about the franchise and the Xs and Os of the game. She has made multiple appearances on he sideline this season, catching a lot of attention.&nbsp;



<h2>Daniel Jones supports new Colts owner’s sideline routine&nbsp;</h2>



Talking with Kay Adams on her “Up &amp; Adams” show on Wednesday, Jones discussed Irsay-Gordon’s sideline appearances. He shared his excitement to see the executive show interest in learning as much as possible about the team and how it prepares for every game.&nbsp;



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“You can tell she is very, very intentional on trying to learn what’s going on, the game plan week to week, and kind of what we’re trying to do what we need to do to execute,“ Jones said. “And, it’s been impressive to me that she, she does that. And, I think, a lot of people can sense how hard she works at, at preparing, knowing kind of what we’re doing to prepare each week.”


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Irsay-Gordon became the team’s CEO in June alongside her sisters, Casey Foyt and Kalen Jackson. She was seen wearing a headset and taking notes during the Colts games, drawing mixed reactions from fans in the process.&nbsp;

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Daniel Jones shares feelings on Colts' new owner showing up on the sidelines - Bolavip US

Ernesto Cova is a bilingual (English-Spanish) sports writer with over eight years of experience covering major leagues such as the NBA, NFL, MLB, College Basketball, and international soccer. He rejoined Bolavip US as a collaborator after initially contributing to the platform since its inception in 2020, where he also served as a sub-editor in 2023. Ernesto specializes in daily sports news, producing 100% original content that includes trade rumors, player and team rankings, and more. Before returning to Bolavip US, he contributed to Fadeaway World and The Cold Wire, with a primary focus on the NBA.

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