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Saints quarterback Drew Brees (shoulder) is optimistic but uncertain about his availability for Week 4 against the Cowboys, ESPN.com reports.

Brees, who missed New Orleans' Week 3 loss to Carolina, says his shoulder injury is day to day, but admittedly impacts his "functionality", suggesting some structural impediments exist.

While Brees will surely do everything he can to prepare to play in Week 4, it's too early to tell right now what his status will ultimately be. In Brees' absence, Luke McCown did a commendable job quarterbacking the Saints' offense Sunday, and may be asked to do the same if Brees' shoulder troubles him any longer.

Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (ribs) completed 31 of 45 passes for 282 yards, with a touchdown and two interceptions in Sunday's 24-12 loss to the Broncos. 

Stafford also lost a fumble and took four sacks, with the excellent Denver defense unsurprisingly getting the best of Detroit's flailing offense. Stafford hasn't been the only problem, but his poor play is one of the larger reasons that the Lions have been one of the league's worst offensive teams through three weeks.

Heading to Seattle for Monday Night Football in Week 4, Stafford and the Detroit offense are likely in for another long night.

Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson completed 20 of 30 passes for 235 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 26-0 win over the Bears. He added 28 yards rushing on six carries. 

Wilson threw a nice touchdown pass to Jimmy Graham late in the third quarter, but otherwise struggled on the Bears' side of the field (Steven Hauschka kicked four field goals).

He's on pace to shatter his career high in passing attempts for a season (452), but he still hasn't had a signature performance in 2015. The smooth QB has been great as a runner, however, with 137 rushing yards through three games. He'll face a slightly tougher test Week 4, facing the Lions at home on Monday Night Football.

Bills quarterback Tyrod Taylor (chest) completed 21 of 29 passes for 277 yards and three touchdowns in Sunday's 41-14 win at Miami. He also carried the ball three times for 12' yards.

Taylor played a stellar game, and looked really comfortable in the pocket, while not taking a sack nor turning the ball over. He showed a good rapport with Charles Clay and Percy Harvin, who combined to catch 12 passes for 148 yards and a touchdown. The only negative thing was that Sammy Watkins left the game Sunday with a calf injury, and did not return.

The first-year starting QB is off to a nice start this year, and will look to keep it going at home against the Giants in Week 4.

Dolphins quarterback Ryan Tannehill (ankle) struggled in Sunday's blowout loss to the Bills, completing 26 of 49 passes for 297 yards, with two touchdowns and three interceptions. He had just one carry, losing a yard. 

Tannehill entered Week 3 with a minor ankle injury, but it didn't appear to be a factor. He missed a lot of throws, however, and generally struggled to move the ball, as the Dolphins trailed 27-0 at halftime.

One of his interceptions came on a drop by Jarvis Landry, but the other two were shaky throws, including an ill-advised pass that was taken back for a 43-yard touchdown late in the first half.

After not looking great in the season opener at Washington, Tannehill seemed to play better last week at Jacksonville, but he had issues Sunday. He's got quite a few weapons at his disposal, including Jarvis Landry, Greg Jennings and Kenny Stills, but the emergence of Rishard Matthews (16 catches for 262 yards and three touchdowns through three games) has been a pleasant surprise, making Tannehill's poor play a surprise.

It won't get easier for the veteran QB in Week 4, as he'll face a formidable Jets' defense.

Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota completed 27 of 44 passes for 367 yards and two touchdowns, but threw two costly interceptions in Sunday's 35-33 loss to the Colts. 

Mariota commanded the offense incredibly well throughout the contest, and was able to move the ball down the field with ease despite the team's lack of production on the ground.

The rookie didn't seem bothered by a minor ankle injury suffered last week, but he didn't record a single rushing attempt either. The Titans may try to take advantage of Mariota's running ability in the future by using some more naked bootlegs once they're sure his ankle is fully healed.

Bengals quarterback Andy Dalton completed 20 of 32 passes for 383 yards, three touchdowns and in interception in Sunday's 28-24 win over the Ravens.

He also rushed five times for 10 yards, a touchdown and a fumble. The 27-year-old turned in a huge performance in this back and forth affair, securing the victory on a touchdown pass to A.J. Green with just over two minutes remaining.

The duo of Dalton and Green revived their productive relationship Sunday, as the latter finished with 227 receiving yards and a pair of touchdowns, which bodes well for the fantasy value of each.

Dalton now has an 8:1 TD:INT ratio this season, and he will look to continue his hot start against the vulnerable Chiefs secondary in Week 4.

Eagles quarterback Sam Bradford completed 14 of 28 passes for 118 yards and a touchdown Sunday against the Jets. 

Despite playing without DeMarco Murray (hamstring), the Eagles had success moving the ball on the ground, as they gave it to their running backs 36 times en route to 125 yards.

However, Bradford struggled to get much going, connecting with only four receivers, including running back Ryan Mathews who caught two passes for 20 yards and Bradford's lone touchdown.

Wideout Jordan Matthews continues to get a high number of Bradford's targets, but the two will have to start connecting more in the end zone for Bradford to make a meaningful fantasy impact. Up next is a Week 4 trip to Washington.

Vikings quarterback Teddy Bridgewater completed 13 of 24 throws for just 121 yards and an interception in Sunday's win over the Chargers. 

The Vikings defense and the running game put them up 31-7, limiting what was needed from the second-year signal caller. Bridgewater has been held to 153 passing yards or fewer in each of the team's two home wins, and it is becoming clear that he will not be asked to throw an excessive amount unless they are down big, with Adrian Peterson serving as the focal point of the offense.

Bridgewater's fantasy prospects aren't any brighter for Week 4, as Minnesota will travel to take on a ferocious Broncos defense that has given up the fewest fantasy points per game to opposing quarterbacks this season.