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Aaron Rodgers QB | PIT
Packers' Aaron Rodgers: No decisions made for Week 2
Coach Mike McCarthy said he has some information on Rodgers' knee injury but hasn't yet made a decision on the quarterback's status for Week 2 against the Vikings, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports. "We're still collecting all the information on his specific situation," McCarthy said. "I know Aaron wants to play and is always driven to play but that's all I have right now."
Rodgers is scheduled for additional testing Monday after bouncing back from a left knee injury to throw for 273 yards and three touchdowns in the second half of Sunday's 24-23 comeback win over the Bears. McCarthy told the media he already has some information about the injury, but he declined to offer any specifics or speculate on Rodgers' availability for a Week 2 matchup with the Vikings. Given the opponent, Rodgers probably wouldn't be too receptive to the idea of taking a cautious approach. Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports that the Packers want to see how Rodgers' knee responds once the swelling dissipates.
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Aaron Rodgers QB | PIT
Packers' Aaron Rodgers: Getting tests on knee
Rodgers will have additional tests on his left knee Monday, ESPN's Rob Demovsky reports. "We'll do tests [Monday], and you'll get a better answer Wednesday when I talk," Rodgers said.
Rodgers injured his knee during the second quarter of Sunday's win over the Bears, but he returned after halftime and erased a 20-0 deficit while playing without his usual mobility. He completed 17 of 23 passes for 273 yards and three touchdowns in the second half, ultimately leading the Packers to a 24-23 victory. Rodgers acknowledged after the game that the injury was painful, but he also said he plans to keep playing unless testing reveals a major issue. It sounds like we'll have another update by Wednesday at the latest.
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Mitch Trubisky QB | TEN
Bears' Mitchell Trubisky: Unable to pull out victory in Green Bay
Trubisky completed 23 of 35 passes for 171 yards during Sunday's 24-23 loss to Green Bay. He also rushed seven times for 32 yards and a touchdown.
The night started very well for Trubisky, who completed eight of nine passes for 99 yards in the first quarter, good for a 112.5 quarterback rating. The North Carolina product averaged just 2.7 yards per pass attempt from there on out, though, as the Bears had trouble sustaining drives and ultimately blew a 17-0 halftime lead. While the mistakes were aplenty, Trubisky nonetheless showed glimpses of being an above-average quarterback. He'll now look to rebound against the Seahawks in Week 2 in the Bears' home opener.
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Aaron Rodgers QB | PIT
Packers' Aaron Rodgers: Mounts incredible comeback against Bears
Rodgers completed 20 of 30 passes for 286 yards with three touchdowns and no interceptions during Sunday's 24-23 victory over the Bears. He also rushed one time for 15 yards.
The author of yet another memorable comeback, Rodgers returned from the locker room at halftime with a noticeably hobbled left leg but still propelled his team back from a 17-0 halftime deficit. The first of his scoring strikes was a 39-yard dime to Geronimo Allison in the back corner of the end zone while the second was a 12-yard shot to Davante Adams. Randall Cobb did the heavy lifting on the third one, though, as the receiver parlayed a modest 10-yard gain into a 75-yard go-ahead touchdown while evading multiple Bears defenders. While it's possible that Rodgers may be limited in practice this week as he deals with the repercussions of his knee injury, there doesn't seem to be any concern over the quarterback's availability for next week's home matchup against the Vikings.
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Aaron Rodgers QB | PIT
Packers' Aaron Rodgers: Returns to game after halftime
Rodgers (knee) returned to Sunday's game against the Bears after halftime.
DeShone Kizer committed a pair of turnovers on two drives after Rodgers left the game with a knee injury in the second quarter. The 34-year-old quarterback doesn't appear to have his usual mobility, but he'll at least take a crack at erasing a 20-0 deficit. The Packers may take Rodgers out of the game if they're still trailing by three or more scores in the fourth quarter.
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Aaron Rodgers QB | PIT
Packers' Aaron Rodgers: Questionable to return
Rodgers (knee) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Bears, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
Rodgers limped off the field clutching his left leg in the second quarter and was then carted from the medical tent to the locker room. Backup quarterback DeShone Kizer quickly committed a pair of turnovers, leaving the Packers with a 17-0 deficit heading into the break. Rodgers seemingly has a real shot to return, considering he took the field for warmups before the start of the second half, per Demovsky.
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Case Keenum QB | CHI
Broncos' Case Keenum: Uneven performance against Seattle
Keenum completed 25 of 39 pass attempts for 329 yards with three touchdowns and three interceptions in Sunday's 27-24 win over Seattle.
Keenum was shaky with the ball, but obviously fantasy owners like three scoring strikes. The veteran quarterback primarily focused on his top two wideouts, Demaryius Thomas and Emmanuel Sanders, who combined to catch 16 passes for 198 yards and two touchdowns. He wasn't able to get much going in the preseason, so despite the three turnovers Sunday, it's encouraging that he was able to move the ball well and generate nearly 30 points. In Week 2, Keenum will face the Raiders at home.
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Aaron Rodgers QB | PIT
Packers' Aaron Rodgers: Carted to locker room
Rodgers (knee/leg) was carted to the locker room during the second quarter of Sunday's game against the Bears, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Rodgers limped off the field grabbing at his left knee after he took a sack on third down to end a drive. He was then carted from the medical tent to the locker room, with DeShone Kizer taking over at quarterback for the start of the next series. The Packers haven't made any announcement on Rodgers' availability for the rest of the night.
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Aaron Rodgers QB | PIT
Packers' Aaron Rodgers: Limps off with possible injury
Rodgers limped off the field with an apparent left leg/knee injury in the second quarter of Sunday's game against the Bears, Michael Cohen of The Athletic reports.
Rodgers grabbed his left leg after a third-down sack, then limped off the field and went into the medical tent. DeShone Kizer will take over at quarterback if Rodgers can't return for the next series.
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Blaine Gabbert QB | KC
Titans' Blaine Gabbert: Replaces injured Mariota in Week 1 loss
Gabbert replaced an injured Marcus Mariota (elbow) in Sunday's 27-20, Week 1 loss to the Dolphins. He completed 11 of 22 passes for 117 yards and an interception.
Gabbert did manage to lead a touchdown drive capped by a four-yard, Dion Lewis run, but the 2011 first-rounder struggled otherwise. If Mariota's forced to miss extended time, the entire Titans offense will be tough to trust with Gabbert at the helm.