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Taylor threw for just 111 yards on 15-of-22 passing, and added a measly 11 yards on five carries in Sunday's 13-7 loss at Baltimore.

Baltimore's defense did a masterful job of containing the dual-threat quarterback, limiting every aspect of his game. Taylor rushed for fewer than 11 yards only once last season, and passed for under 111 just one time as well. This is a terrible start, but his upside as a runner still makes the 27-year-old signal caller a viable option Thursday against a Jets defense with little time to prepare.

Winston completed 23 of 33 passes for 281 yards with four touchdowns and an interception in Sunday's 31-24 victory over the Falcons. He added three rushing yards on four carries.

The sophomore signal-caller could hardly have gotten off to a better start in a 2016 campaign that is laden with high expectations. Winston showed impressive rapport with Mike Evans, including on a spectacular 45-yard bomb in the third quarter, while also spreading the ball around to seven additional receivers. He put his options to full use in the red zone, connecting with forgotten man Brandon Myers for a four-yard score, hitting versatile back Charles Sims for another touchdown and finding the oft-maligned but talented Austin Seferian-Jenkins for a beautiful diving 30-yard touchdown reception as well. Winston showed impressive resolve in bouncing back from his one mistake, a first-quarter pick by Desmond Trufant on a throw intended for Vincent Jackson. After an offseason of intense preparation that included a notable weight loss, Winston looks primed for a breakout campaign if his Week 1 performance is any indication.

Dalton completed 23 of 30 passes for 366 yards with a touchdown and an interception in Sunday's 23-22 win over the Jets. He also added seven rushing yards on three carries.

Dalton was having a rough go of it early, but got it going after finding A.J. Green down the middle for a 54-yard score early in the second quarter. While New York's defensive pressure kept the Red Rocket off balance in his first meaningful action since Week 14 of the 2015 season with seven sacks, he was able to exploit a vulnerable secondary by picking up yardage in chunks en route to his 18th career 300-yard passing game. Almost half of that total went to Green, indicating that the sixth-year quarterback's connection with his top receiver is as strong as ever.

Shaun Hill has officially been announced as Minnesota's starting quarterback Sunday at Tennessee, the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports. Bradford will be active as the backup quarterback.

Hill and Bradford split snaps with the first-team offense at quarterback during practice last week. However, Hill will get the nod with Bradford having only a week of practice with his new team after being traded from Philadelphia. Bradford is likely to move into the starting job Week 2 against Green Bay. It's also possible Bradford could get some playing time Sunday if the game becomes lopsided.

Vikings players have been informed that Hill, rather than Bradford, is expected to start Sunday's game in Tennessee, NFL.com's Ian Rapoport reports

With just four practices as a Viking under his belt, Bradford probably hasn't had enough time to prepare for a game. The Vikings don't intend to announce a starter until Sunday, but it seems Week 2 is the most likely date for Bradford's debut in purple. An official announcement will likely come in the hours leading up to Sunday's 1 PM ET kickoff.

Jones (right shoulder) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Ravens.

As the Bills' third QB, Jones' Week 1 status is of more import to the team's depth at the position than it is to fantasy owners. After being listed as a limited practice participant Wednesday, Jones did not practice either Thursday or Friday.

Siemian completed 18 of 26 passes for 178 yards, one touchdown and two picks in Thursday's win over Carolina. He added 20 yards on five rushes.

It was far from a perfect night for Siemian, who was picked off on a screen and an underthrow and was nearly picked again at the goal line following a batted pass, but he remained steady and flashed impressive short accuracy and scrambling ability. The team's early struggles on Carolina's side of the field looked like it would cost them the game, but Siemian made some key conversions with his arm and his legs and made a nifty flip to C.J. Anderson on a touchdown screen. The stat line doesn't look impressive, but Thursday's game showed that Siemian could help Denver beat a quality team and that he's not simply a bridge to first-round pick Paxton Lynch.

Bridgewater underwent surgery on his left knee Thursday, Ben Goessling of ESPN.com reports.

Head coach Mike Zimmer relayed that the procedure didn't reveal any structural damage but the torn ACL and dislocated left knee previously known from Bridgewater's last MRI. While he commences a lengthy rehab, the Vikings will turn the offense over to Shaun Hill or newcomer Sam Bradford, who was acquired Saturday from the Eagles.

Morris was signed to the Indianapolis practice squad, Indysportscentral.com reports.

Scott Tolzien will be the backup to Andrew Luck to begin the season. Morris will likely spend all season on the practice squad in the the hopes he'll develop to be more of a factor in 2017.

Jones (shoulder) did not practice Thursday, Sal Capaccio of WGR550 reports.

After appearing in the team's final preseason affair, it looked as if his shoulder injury was a thing of the past. However, the fact that Jones was held out of Thursday's practice hints that his shoulder issues may linger into the regular season. Whether or not Jones is available as the No. 3 quarterback Sunday will likely be determined within the coming days.