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Aaron Rodgers QB | PIT
Packers' Aaron Rodgers: Mounts incredible comeback against Bears
Rodgers completed 20 of 30 passes for 286 yards with three touchdowns and no interceptions during Sunday's 24-23 victory over the Bears. He also rushed one time for 15 yards.
The author of yet another memorable comeback, Rodgers returned from the locker room at halftime with a noticeably hobbled left leg but still propelled his team back from a 17-0 halftime deficit. The first of his scoring strikes was a 39-yard dime to Geronimo Allison in the back corner of the end zone while the second was a 12-yard shot to Davante Adams. Randall Cobb did the heavy lifting on the third one, though, as the receiver parlayed a modest 10-yard gain into a 75-yard go-ahead touchdown while evading multiple Bears defenders. While it's possible that Rodgers may be limited in practice this week as he deals with the repercussions of his knee injury, there doesn't seem to be any concern over the quarterback's availability for next week's home matchup against the Vikings.
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Aaron Rodgers QB | PIT
Packers' Aaron Rodgers: Returns to game after halftime
Rodgers (knee) returned to Sunday's game against the Bears after halftime.
DeShone Kizer committed a pair of turnovers on two drives after Rodgers left the game with a knee injury in the second quarter. The 34-year-old quarterback doesn't appear to have his usual mobility, but he'll at least take a crack at erasing a 20-0 deficit. The Packers may take Rodgers out of the game if they're still trailing by three or more scores in the fourth quarter.
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Aaron Rodgers QB | PIT
Packers' Aaron Rodgers: Questionable to return
Rodgers (knee) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Bears, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
Rodgers limped off the field clutching his left leg in the second quarter and was then carted from the medical tent to the locker room. Backup quarterback DeShone Kizer quickly committed a pair of turnovers, leaving the Packers with a 17-0 deficit heading into the break. Rodgers seemingly has a real shot to return, considering he took the field for warmups before the start of the second half, per Demovsky.
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Case Keenum QB | CHI
Broncos' Case Keenum: Uneven performance against Seattle
Keenum completed 25 of 39 pass attempts for 329 yards with three touchdowns and three interceptions in Sunday's 27-24 win over Seattle.
Keenum was shaky with the ball, but obviously fantasy owners like three scoring strikes. The veteran quarterback primarily focused on his top two wideouts, Demaryius Thomas and Emmanuel Sanders, who combined to catch 16 passes for 198 yards and two touchdowns. He wasn't able to get much going in the preseason, so despite the three turnovers Sunday, it's encouraging that he was able to move the ball well and generate nearly 30 points. In Week 2, Keenum will face the Raiders at home.
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Aaron Rodgers QB | PIT
Packers' Aaron Rodgers: Carted to locker room
Rodgers (knee/leg) was carted to the locker room during the second quarter of Sunday's game against the Bears, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Rodgers limped off the field grabbing at his left knee after he took a sack on third down to end a drive. He was then carted from the medical tent to the locker room, with DeShone Kizer taking over at quarterback for the start of the next series. The Packers haven't made any announcement on Rodgers' availability for the rest of the night.
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Aaron Rodgers QB | PIT
Packers' Aaron Rodgers: Limps off with possible injury
Rodgers limped off the field with an apparent left leg/knee injury in the second quarter of Sunday's game against the Bears, Michael Cohen of The Athletic reports.
Rodgers grabbed his left leg after a third-down sack, then limped off the field and went into the medical tent. DeShone Kizer will take over at quarterback if Rodgers can't return for the next series.
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Blaine Gabbert QB | KC
Titans' Blaine Gabbert: Replaces injured Mariota in Week 1 loss
Gabbert replaced an injured Marcus Mariota (elbow) in Sunday's 27-20, Week 1 loss to the Dolphins. He completed 11 of 22 passes for 117 yards and an interception.
Gabbert did manage to lead a touchdown drive capped by a four-yard, Dion Lewis run, but the 2011 first-rounder struggled otherwise. If Mariota's forced to miss extended time, the entire Titans offense will be tough to trust with Gabbert at the helm.
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Sam Bradford QB | MIN
Cardinals' Sam Bradford: Struggles against Washington
Bradford completed 20 of 34 pass attempts for 153 yards with no touchdowns and an interception in Sunday's 24-6 loss to Washington.
Bradford passed for just 11 yards in the first half, while leading the offense to a measly two first downs. It didn't get much better in the second half, as the Cardinals did not score until late in the fourth quarter on a David Johnson touchdown run. On the bright side, Bradford showed a strong connection with Larry Fitzgerald, as the duo hooked up seven times for 76 yards. The veteran quarterback probably won't find things easier Week 2 with the Rams on the schedule.
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Marcus Mariota QB | WAS
Titans' Marcus Mariota: Needs testing for elbow injury
Coach Mike Vrabel said Mariota's elbow injury will require further evaluation, Erik Bacharach of the Nashville Tennessean reports.
Mariota was removed from Sunday's 27-20 loss to the Dolphins late in the third quarter, finishing with 103 yards, no touchdowns and two interceptions on 16 pass attempts. Backup quarterback Blaine Gabbert wasn't much better, completing 11 of 22 passes for 117 yards with no touchdowns and a pick. Paul Kuharsky of 104.5 The Zone Nashville noticed Mariota pointing to the inside of his throwing elbow while chatting with a member of the Miami coaching staff at the conclusion of Sunday's contest. Per TitansOnline.com, Mariota said he lost feeling in his fingers and hand, which made it difficult to grip the football.
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Dak Prescott QB | DAL
Cowboys' Dak Prescott: Struggles in loss to Panthers
Prescott completed 19 of 29 pass attempts for 170 yards and one interception during Sunday's 16-8 loss to the Panthers. He also carried five times for 19 yards.
Prescott connected regularly with Cole Beasley, but he didn't appear to be on the same page as his other pass catchers and finished with one of the lowest yardage totals of his NFL career. He had a few opportunities to make plays with his legs but appeared indecisive at times and didn't make much of in impact in that regard. Although Prescott faced a difficult road matchup to begin the season, he did little to inspire much confidence from those who were worried the Cowboys' turnover at the skill positions would affect his fantasy value. He'll look to put on a better performance next week against the Giants.