The 2024 NFL season has seen big changes, especially with injuries before Week 3. Many key players are out or unsure for the games. Here’s a detailed update on the latest league news.
Key Injury Report for Week 3 (as of September 20, 2024)
| Team | Player | Position | Injury | Status for Week 3 | Date Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco 49ers | Deebo Samuel | WR | Calf | Out | September 20 |
| San Francisco 49ers | George Kittle | TE | Hamstring | Doubtful | September 20 |
| New York Jets | Morgan Moses | RT | Knee | MRI Pending | September 21 |
| Los Angeles Chargers | Justin Herbert | QB | Ankle | Questionable | September 20 |
| Detroit Lions | Ennis Rakestraw Jr. | CB | Hamstring | Out | September 20 |
| Arizona Cardinals | Greg Dortch | WR | Hamstring | Questionable | September 20 |
| Pittsburgh Steelers | Justin Fields | QB | N/A | Competition with Wilson | September 21 |
| Kansas City Chiefs | No major injuries | N/A | N/A | N/A | September 21 |
Data from NFL sources (
Week 3 Game Highlights and Expectations
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49ers vs. Rams – September 21, 2024: The 49ers will miss Deebo Samuel and George Kittle is doubtful. The Rams, starting 0-2, aim for their first win. They’ll look to exploit these injuries (
NFL.com) (Yardbarker).
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Jets vs. Patriots – September 21, 2024: The Jets won a close game against the Patriots but now face injuries. Right tackle Morgan Moses is out, affecting their Week 3 game (
NFL.com).
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Bengals vs. Commanders – September 23, 2024: The Bengals, 0-2, are under pressure to win. They face the Commanders on Monday Night Football, hoping for a turnaround (
Standout Team Performances
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Kansas City Chiefs (2-0): The Chiefs are off to a strong start. They face the Atlanta Falcons on September 21. With no injuries, they’re ready for a big game (
NFL.com).
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Cincinnati Bengals (0-2): The Bengals face a tough spot with an 0-2 record. They need to make big changes for their game against the Commanders (
Updated Standings After Week 2 (as of September 21, 2024)
| Team | Wins | Losses | Record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City Chiefs | 2 | 0 | 2-0 |
| San Francisco 49ers | 1 | 1 | 1-1 |
| New York Jets | 2 | 1 | 2-1 |
| Los Angeles Rams | 0 | 2 | 0-2 |
| Cincinnati Bengals | 0 | 2 | 0-2 |
Data from NFL sources (
Conclusion: What to Watch in Week 3
Week 3 will see key matchups influenced by injuries and team dynamics. The 49ers will face challenges without key players. The Jets and Bengals must perform despite injuries. Watch how teams adapt as Week 3 unfolds on September 21-23, 2024.
Stay tuned for more live updates and in-depth analysis as the NFL 2024 season progresses!