Week 2 NFL Preview
Chargers Host Raiders in Week 2 While Eagles Face Titans in Nashville Heat
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The Chargers entered the Raiders game after a 26-14 home loss to Arizona in Week 1, recording only 268 total yards, two turnovers and a 2-for-8 conversion rate on third down. Justin Herbert threw for 209 yards with one touchdown and one interception.
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Las Vegas opened the season with a 27-13 victory over Miami. Rookie running back Ashton Jeanty produced 102 rushing yards and added two receiving touchdowns, while the Raiders recorded five sacks.
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The Eagles prepared for unusually hot conditions in Nashville, where temperatures were forecast to reach 98 degrees. Philadelphia traveled a day early to hold a Saturday walkthrough in the heat; Tennessee quarterback Cam Ward was also coming off a 23-10 loss to the Jets.
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Atlanta faced Carolina with its top two quarterbacks unavailable, leaving Cooper Rush as the Falcons’ starting quarterback for a second consecutive week. Both teams were seeking their first win after all four NFC South teams lost in Week 1.
Week 2 of the 2026 NFL season brings critical matchups across Sunday, Sept. 20, with the Los Angeles Chargers hosting the Las Vegas Raiders at 4:05 p.m. ET on CBS leading the day's slate. The Chargers enter the game reeling from a 26-14 home loss to Arizona in Week 1, while the Raiders arrive off a dominant 27-13 victory over Miami that showcased their offensive firepower Ledger-Enquirer.
Elsewhere Sunday, the Philadelphia Eagles travel to Tennessee for a 1 p.m. ET matchup on FOX against a Titans squad coming off a 23-10 loss to the Jets. The NFC South's Falcons host the Panthers in Atlanta at 1 p.m. ET, with both teams still searching for their first win after all four division teams lost in Week 1. The Arizona Cardinals face the Seattle Seahawks in an NFC West regional game at 4:25 p.m. ET on FOX Star-Telegram.
Chargers Stumble While Raiders Show Early Strength
The Chargers managed just 268 total yards in their Week 1 loss to Arizona, with Justin Herbert throwing for 209 yards, one touchdown and one interception. Los Angeles converted only 2 of 8 third-down attempts and committed two turnovers, setting up a must-win game against Vegas Ledger-Enquirer.
Las Vegas, meanwhile, looked sharp offensively against Miami. Rookie running back Ashton Jeanty rushed for 102 yards and added two receiving touchdowns. The Raiders' defense also dominated, recording five sacks in the 27-13 victory Bradenton.
Eagles Battle Heat and Titans in Nashville
Philadelphia is preparing for extreme conditions in Nashville, where temperatures are forecast to reach 98 degrees on Sunday. The Eagles traveled a day early to hold a Saturday walkthrough and acclimate to the heat before kickoff Charlotte Observer.
Tennessee quarterback Cam Ward is also coming off a disappointing Week 1, as the Titans fell 23-10 to the New York Jets. The Eagles will look to bounce back after their own Week 1 result Charlotte Observer.
Falcons Face Panthers Without Top Quarterbacks
Atlanta's quarterback situation is dire heading into its matchup with Carolina. The Falcons are starting Cooper Rush for a second consecutive week after their top two quarterbacks became unavailable BND.
Both teams remain winless after all four NFC South teams fell in Week 1. Atlanta and Carolina are desperate for their first victory of the season, making this a crucial division game BND.
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