Williams/Taylor, Chiefs, Eagles, MNF, Jets, RB Standouts

Latest on potentially serious injuries for Javonte Williams and Jonathan Taylor + will the Eagles ever lose?  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ October 03, 2022 [Sign up]( [Legit Football]( Together With: PrizePicks [Stathead](  Williams/Taylor [Javonte Williams] Javonte Williams (knee) and Jonathan Taylor (ankle) could be looking at extended absences Williams: The Broncos fear Williams suffered a torn ACL in Sunday’s loss to the Raiders. - He will have an MRI today to [determine]( the severity of the injury. Williams Stats: Williams was up to 253 scrimmage yards (176 rushing, 77 receiving) on the season. Replacement(s): Melvin Gordon will become the starter, though Mike Boone will likely see significant snaps as well. - With only two healthy backs on the roster, Denver will likely add to the position (via free agency or trade) this week. Taylor: The Colts believe Taylor may have suffered a [high ankle sprain]( in the team’s loss to the Titans. The superstar will undergo testing today to determine if there is any structural damage. High ankle sprains typically have a 2-6 week recovery timeline. Replacement(s): Nyhiem Hines figures to replace Taylor as the starter. The Colts also have Deon Jackson (who is more of a special teamer) and Philip Lindsay (practice squad) at the position. Image: Dustin Bradford/Icon Sportswire Chiefs [Patrick Mahomes] Mahomes lights up Bucs’ defense, beats Brady 41-31 Mahomes: Mahomes was slick throughout the game and finished having completed 23-of-37 passes for 249 yards, 3 touchdowns, and 1 interception. He is now 3-3 all-time against Brady. Rotation: The Chiefs’ running back rotation continues to produce. Clyde Edwards-Helaire and Isaiah Pacheco combined for 155 rushing yards. - Pacheco may soon pass Jerrick McKinnon (3 touches for 9 yards) on the depth chart. AFC West: The win keeps the Chiefs (3-1) atop the AFC West. They lead the Chargers (2-2), Broncos (2-2), and Raiders (1-2). Overrated? The Bucs’ defense — considered by many to be the best in the league going into the game — was torn to shreds by the Chiefs’ offense. Mahomes had lots of success targeting Tampa’s vaunted linebacker duo (Devin White and Lavonte David) in the middle of the field. - The pass-rush unit struggled to generate consistent pressure as well — 2021 first-rounder Joe Tyron-Shoyinka has been a disappointment in the starting lineup. Imbalance: The Bucs ran the ball a total of six times for 3 yards. While Brady attempted 52 passes for 385 yards. New Weapon? Rookie third-round RB Rachaad White — who barely played on offense in Weeks 1-3 — totaled 56 scrimmage yards (6 rushing, 50 receiving) and was targeted somewhat frequently in the passing game (5 catches). If this game was any indication, he’ll have a role moving forward. NFC South: Despite the loss, Tampa (2-2) is tied with Atlanta (2-2) for first place in the NFC South. Both lead the Panthers (1-3) and Saints (1-3). Next Week: The Chiefs host the Raiders. The Bucs host the Falcons. Image: Roy K. Miller/Icon Sportswire Eagles [Haason Reddick] Eagles defeat Jaguars, remain only unbeaten team in the NFL Details: The Eagles overcame a 14-0 first-quarter deficit to beat the Jaguars 29-21. - Philadelphia is the only undefeated team in the league. - There are currently seven 3-1 teams — Dolphins, Bills, Chiefs, Cowboys, Giants, Vikings, and Packers. Note that the Rams (2-1) can join the list with a win tonight. Dominant Defense: The Eagles’ defense limited the Jags to just 218 total yards. DE Haason Reddick has a strong case for NFC Defensive Player of the Week after recording two sacks and 2 forced fumbles. - CB James Bradberry — a shrewd late offseason signing — picked off his second pass of the season and helped limit Trevor Lawerence to just 11 completions. Miles: The star on offense wasn’t Jalen Hurts — who had an unspectacular outing — but rather Miles Sanders, who totaled 156 scrimmage yards (134 rushing, 22 receiving) and 2 touchdowns on 30 touches. Run the Table? The Eagles have what might be the easiest remaining schedule in the league — the greatest challenges figure to come from Arizona (this upcoming Sunday), Dallas (Weeks 6 and 17), and Green Bay (Week 12). Image: Andy Lewis/Icon Sportswire MNF Projections Presented by PrizePicks [Jimmmy Garoppolo] Rams @ 49ers (-2) Matthew Stafford: PrizePicks projects that Stafford will throw for 250.5 passing yards and 1.5 touchdowns. He is averaging 253.7 yards and 1.3 touchdowns per game this season. - Stafford did not reach 250 passing yards in two of three games against the 49ers last season. Though he did average 2 touchdown passes per matchup. - The 49ers’ defense is allowing the fewest passing yards (148.3 per game) in the league this season. Cooper Kupp: PrizePicks is projecting 8.0 receptions and 93.5 receiving yards for Kupp — who is averaging 9.3 catches and 93.3 yards per game this season. Note that the Cardinals limited Kupp to just 4 catches for 44 yards last week. Jimmy Garoppolo: PrizePicks projects that Garoppolo will throw for 215.5 yards. Last week — in his first start of the season — he threw for 211 yards. - Garoppolo averaged 243 passing yards across three meetings with the Rams last season. - The Rams’ defense is allowing 252.7 passing yards per game this season. Deebo: PrizePicks is projecting 5.0 receptions and 56.5 receiving yards for Deebo Samuel — who is averaging 4.0 catches and 43.7 receiving yards per game this season. Note that Samuel’s numbers ticked up last week with Garoppolo as the starter. [See Legit Football's PrizePicks Entry Below]( Image: Dustin Bradford/Icon Sportswire Jets [Zach Wilson] Zach Wilson triumphant in season debut; Steelers turn to Kenny Pickett Wilson: Wilson, returning from a preseason knee procedure, led two fourth-quarter scoring drives to get his team a 24-20 victory over the Steelers. - Though his passing performance was not impressive — he completed just 18-of-36 passes (50%) for 252 yards, 1 touchdown, and 2 interceptions. Pickett: Pickett, the Steelers' first-round rookie, replaced a struggling Mitch Trubisky after halftime. - Pickett scored twice as a rusher but threw three costly interceptions. - Tomlin did not commit to a Week 5 starter, though it seems likely Pickett will get the nod. Emergence: Rookie receiver George Pickens had his best game as a pro, reeling in 6-of-8 targets for 102 yards. It would not be surprising to see him outperform Diontae Johnson (2 catches for 11 yards) and Chase Claypool (no catches) moving forward. Next Up: The Jets (2-2) host the potentially Tua-less Dolphins (1-3). The Steelers (1-3) visit the Bills (3-1). Image: Jeffrey Brown/Icon Sportswire RB Standouts [Rashaad Penny] Big games from Saquon Barkley, Rashaad Penny, Josh Jacobs, and Dameon Pierce Barkley: Barkley totaled 162 scrimmage yards (146 rushing, 16 receiving) in the Giants’ victory over the Bears. - Barkley is leading the league in scrimmage yards (570) by a hefty margin (74). Penny: Penny totaled 157 scrimmage yards (151 rushing, 6 receiving) in the Seahawks’ wild win over the Lions. Penny is up to 292 rushing yards on the season. Jacobs: Jacobs had his best game in a long-time, totaling 175 scrimmage yards (144 rushing, 31 receiving) in the Raiders’ victory over the Broncos. He touched the ball a whopping 33 times (28 carries, 5 receptions). Pierce: Pierce totaled 139 scrimmage yards (131 rushing, 8 receiving) in the Texans’ loss to the Chargers. The rookie fourth-rounder is up 313 rushing yards on the season. - Pierce leads all rookies in rushing — despite being the seventh running back selected in the draft. More Standouts: Miles Sanders (156 scrimmage yards, 2 touchdowns), Nick Chubb (127 scrimmage yards, 1 touchdown), Jamaal Williams (109 scrimmage yards, 2 touchdowns), and Austin Ekeler (109 scrimmage yards, 3 touchdowns) were also impressive. 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