Multiple NFL Teams Face Key Player Injuries Ahead of Week 2

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Published: 2026-09-16
Category: sports
Source: Sports Illustrated / NFL.com / NBC Sports
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Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold is ruled out for Week 2 due to a glute injury, with Drew Lock starting. The New England Patriots placed wide receiver A.J. Brown on injured reserve. Baltimore Ravens rookie wide receiver Ja'Kobi Lane is also on IR after wrist surgery. Additionally, the San Francisco 49ers moved wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling and tight end Jake Tonges to injured reserve, with Tonges out for the season. These injuries impact several NFL teams' rosters.

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