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- 1What We Learned From NFL Week 3 Sunday Gamesโ2026 NFL season, Week 3: What We Learned from Sunday's games
The third week of the 2026 NFL season concluded with Sunday's slate of games, and NFL.com has published its weekly 'What We Learned' review of the day's action. The feature distills the key storylines, standout performances and emerging trends from across the league as teams move deeper into the season. Readers are checking in to see how their teams fared and which early-season narratives are taking shape.
- 2Drake Maye struggles deepen as Patriots face uncertain futureโDrake Maye is falling apart and it's not clear where the Patriots go from here
Drake Maye is faltering, and there is no clear path forward for the New England Patriots at quarterback. Coverage from NFL.com argues the young signal-caller is falling apart, raising doubts about the franchise's direction and whether Maye can still be the long-term answer in Foxborough.
- 3Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield dislocates thumb in loss to VikingsโBuccaneers QB Baker Mayfield suffered dislocated right thumb in loss to Vikings
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield suffered a dislocated right thumb in the team's loss to the Minnesota Vikings, according to NFL.com. The injury raises questions about his availability for upcoming games and adds to concerns after the defeat.
- 4Bills' win over Chargers matched rare historical featsโHow rare was Bills' win over Chargers? Think replacement players and a barefoot kicker
The Buffalo Bills' victory over the Los Angeles Chargers is drawing attention for just how unusual it was. According to NFL.com, the last comparable Bills wins required such oddities as replacement players during the 1987 strike and a barefoot kicker, underscoring how rarely Buffalo has achieved a result like this one.