Giants QB Jaxson Dart is reportedly set for knee surgery, and his 2026 season is reportedly over. Bears QB Caleb Williams is week-to-week with a hamstring injury; Commanders QB Jayden Daniels has a dislocated elbow and no return timeline.
Chicago may also be without backup Tyson Bagent, who entered concussion protocol; if Bagent cannot start, Case Keenum is the current option. Washington's Marcus Mariota is set to start for Daniels in Week 3. Atlanta cleared Michael Penix Jr. to start Thursday against Green Bay, while Minnesota's Kyler Murray cleared concussion protocol and will start against Tampa Bay.
Eagles TE Dallas Goedert is expected to miss a few weeks after an MCL sprain, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Colts WR Alec Pierce is expected to go on injured reserve and miss at least four games. Rams WR Puka Nacua did not practice Wednesday, though coach Sean McVay said he hopes Nacua can play in Week 3.
