Week 3 NFL Power Rankings: A new No. 1, plus early fantasy surprises for each team
Deebo Samuel is among the top point-getters at receiver, Sam Darnold looks improved and Devin Singletary has stepped it up a notch.
2021 Schedule
2021 Schedule
1-1, 1st in NFC East
- 8/12L 22-13
- 8/20W 17-13
- 8/28L 37-3
- 9/12L 20-16
- 9/16W 30-29
- 9/26
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h:mm a z, US/Eastern - 10/17
h:mm a z, US/Eastern - 10/24
h:mm a z, US/Eastern - 10/31
h:mm a z, US/Eastern - 11/14
h:mm a z, US/Eastern - 11/21
h:mm a z, US/Eastern - 11/29
h:mm a z, US/Eastern - 12/5
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Week 2 takeaways and big questions: Patriots' big day, Ravens beat Chiefs and a shocker for the Saints
New England and Buffalo dominated, while New Orleans looked out of sorts and Green Bay got back on track. Here's what to know and what it means going forward for every Week 2 game.
Taylor Heinicke's composure reminds Washington teammate of Seattle's Russell Wilson
J.D. McKissic, who played with Wilson in Seattle, and other Washington players are excited about their QB, who delivered clutch plays in Week 2.
Washington QB Taylor Heinicke rebounds from INT to lead comeback win
Heinicke didn't buckle after his big mistake. Instead, he did what he has done throughout his career: overcome adversity.
Hopkins converts 2nd chance, Washington beats Giants 30-29
— Taylor Heinicke and Dustin Hopkins made the most of their second chances.
New York Giants' Daniel Jones, Washington's Terry McLaurin trade TDs in NFC East battle
The third-year quarterback was perfect on the 79-yard march, completing all four of his passes and rushing for 23 yards.
John Keim ESPN Staff Writer
What to watch on offense: 1) Taylor Heinicke. Of course. The Giants don't have a fierce pass rush, but likely will try to keep him in the pocket. Turnovers killed Washington vs. New York last season; he must avoid. 2) Patience with the run. New York defends the run well, but Washington must remain committed with Antonio Gibson. 3) Use play action. New York's linebackers commit hard to the run; take advantage with play action tosses over the middle.
John Keim ESPN Staff Writer
What must happen on D: 1) Stop the run. In the second meeting last year, New York's Wayne Gallman and Alfred Morris combined for 23 carries and 135 yards. The line and linebackers must play more disciplined vs. a weak offensive front. 2) Beware Sterling Shepard. He's a tough inside receiver. 3) Contain Daniel Jones. He's an average quarterback, but he can extend plays and hurt teams with his legs. Chase Young and Montez Sweat will be targeted by protection, so the interior rushers will be key.
John Keim ESPN Staff Writer
Washington inactives: CB Darryl Roberts, DE Shaka Toney, OT Saahdiq Charles and TE Sammis Reyes. Washington only has 52 players on its active roster so it only needs to make four inactive. None of these are a surprise.
Thursday night NFL best bets: Giants at Washington
NFC East rivals get together Thursday when Washington hosts the Giants. Here are our experts' picks, including props.
As Washington Football Team's QB quest enters Year 29, ESPN Analytics ranks its past 30 starters
Washington has been chasing a long-term QB since 1993, a search that includes some bad luck and first-round flameouts. John Keim breaks it down.
John Keim ESPN Staff Writer
Brad Johnson was one of 31 players who have started at quarterback for Washington since it last won a Super Bowl. He thought he was going to be here a while. Instead he lasted just two seasons, one of which was a Pro Bowl season. And he's left to lament what might have been.
Say what? The best quotes overheard in Week 1 of the NFL season
The New Orleans Saints bear a striking resemblance to AFC Richmond? T.J. Watt needs to pay up? Jon Gruden lived multiple lives on Monday night? Here's what was said in a wild Week 1.
Graziano and Fowler predict Week 2 surprises, fantasy sleepers, more: Are the Bengals legit?
Which teams should be most worried? What opening-week surprises are for real? And which teams are ready for an upset win in Week 2? Our insiders weigh in.
Taylor Heinicke is a 'tough dude' who energizes Washington Football Team
Washington is counting on the inexperienced backup quarterback to keep it in contention with starter Ryan Fitzpatrick on injured reserve.
Week 1 takeaways, big questions: Cards' offensive explosion, Bills' letdown and Darnold's revenge
Arizona lit it up on offense, Sam Darnold rolled against his old Jets team and the Bills looked ... off. Here's what to know and what it means going forward for every Week 1 game.
Source: WFT's Fitzpatrick likely out 6-8 weeks
The Washington Football Team placed quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick on injured reserve Monday because of the hip injury he suffered Sunday.
Stephen A.: Cam's career could be over if Washington doesn't sign him (2:37)
Jameis, Justin Fields and the Browns, oh my: What you might have missed in a wild Week 1
And just like that, NFL football is back. From Carolina's debut of its mixed-reality panther (and its new QB1) to the Browns keeping a certain undesirable streak alive, here's what you might have missed from a jam-packed first NFL Sunday of the season.
Pipe bursts overhead at FedEx Field, soaking Washington Football Team fans
If the loss to the Los Angeles Chargers and Ryan Fitzpatrick's injury weren't enough disappointment for one day, some Washington Football Team fans got drenched when a pipe burst at the stadium.
John Keim ESPN Staff Writer
Washington receiver Terry McLaurin's production shouldn't suffer at all in case quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick has to miss time because of a hip injury. McLaurin didn't have a big game vs. the Chargers (four catches, 62 yards) but no matter who plays quarterback he's capable of excellent games.
Herbert throws for 337 yards, Chargers beat Washington 20-16
— Brandon Staley and Justin Herbert shared a smile and shook hands outside the locker room before the new Los Angeles Chargers coach congratulated the second-year quarterback on a job well done.
Washington QB Taylor Heinicke's journey: From brats to NCAA records to seltzer sprays
The fun-loving backup quarterback enjoys high-level math, has "some swag," and left his mark at Old Dominion.
Terry McLaurin's circus catch helps Washington pull ahead of Chargers
McLaurin's 34-yard catch set up Washington for Taylor Heinecke's go-ahead touchdown pass to Logan Thomas.
WFT QB Fitzpatrick set to undergo MRI on hip
Quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick will have an MRI on Monday to see whether he suffered a hip subluxation and to determine the severity of the injury after he was forced from Sunday's loss to the Chargers.
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2021 NFC East Standings
| TEAM | W | L | T | PCT | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | 1 | 1 | 0 | .500 | 46 | 49 |
| Philadelphia | 1 | 1 | 0 | .500 | 43 | 23 |
| Dallas | 1 | 1 | 0 | .500 | 49 | 48 |
| New York | 0 | 2 | 0 | .000 | 42 | 57 |
2021 Team Leaders
- Offense
- Defense
Passing Yards
Rushing Yards
Receiving Yards
Tackles
Sacks
Interceptions
Team Stats
Passing Yards226.520th
Rushing Yards106.520th
Points For23.0Tied-16th
Points Against24.5Tied-16th
2021 Draft Picks
| RD(PK) | PLAYER | POS | SCHOOL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1(19) | Jamin Davis | ILB | Kentucky |
| 2(19) | Samuel Cosmi | OT | Texas |
| 3(10) | Benjamin St-Juste | CB | Minnesota |
| 3(19) | Dyami Brown | WR | North Carolina |
| 4(19) | John Bates | TE | Boise State |
| 5(19) | Darrick Forrest | S | Cincinnati |
| 6(41) | Camaron Cheeseman | LS | Michigan |
| 7(12) | William Bradley-King | OLB | Baylor |
| 7(19) | Shaka Toney | DE | Penn State |
| 7(31) | Dax Milne | WR | BYU |