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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 futureโผDrake 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 VikingsโผBuccaneers 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 ranks among NFL's rarestโผHow rare was Bills' win over Chargers? Think replacement players and a barefoot kicker
The Buffalo Bills beat the Los Angeles Chargers in a game NFL.com says was so unusual it draws comparisons to strike-era replacement games and a famous barefoot field goal. The win's rarity has made it a talking point among football fans, with coverage highlighting how seldom conditions and circumstances like these come together in the league.
- 5Maxx Crosby recovers momentum for Raiders after Shough fumbleโMaxx Crosby comes up BIG with ball for Raiders after Shough's fumble
Maxx Crosby made a decisive play for the Las Vegas Raiders after a fumble by quarterback Tyler Shough, coming up with the ball at a key moment in the game. The highlight, reported by NFL.com, underscores Crosby's value beyond his usual pass-rushing role and gave the Raiders a lift when the turnover could have shifted momentum.
- 6Chiefs unbeaten at 3-0 but see room to improveโChiefs' vibes are good at 3-0, but they know they have a lot to clean up https://www. nfl.com/news/chiefs-vibes-are- goo
The Kansas City Chiefs remain undefeated at 3-0 this NFL season, and team morale is reportedly high. Despite the perfect record, players and coaches acknowledge the team has made mistakes and needs significant improvement in several areas to keep winning as tougher matchups approach.
- 7Bills' win over Chargers ranks among rarest in NFL historyโHow rare was Bills' win over Chargers? Think replacement players and a barefoot kicker https://www. nfl.com/news/how-rar
The Buffalo Bills' victory over the Los Angeles Chargers is being framed as a genuinely rare result in NFL history. Analysts note only a handful of comparable games, pointing to unusual precedents such as strike-era replacement-player wins and a game decided by a barefoot kicker. Fans are debating where the game ranks among the league's strangest outcomes.
- 8Bengals vs. Steelers Week 3 Highlights Draw AttentionโCincinnati Bengals vs. Pittsburgh Steelers highlights | Week 3
The Cincinnati Bengals faced the Pittsburgh Steelers in a Week 3 NFL matchup, with highlight footage of the game circulating among football fans. NFL.com published the game highlights, and the divisional rivalry between the two AFC North teams continues to draw strong interest as the season progresses.