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Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers completed 25 of 33 passes for 249 yards and two touchdowns in Monday's 27-17 win over the Seahawks, adding six carries for 23 yards.

Rodgers made the most of his modest volume for a second straight week, despite working with a depleted supporting cast. Randall Cobb (shoulder) looked pretty healthy while catching eight passes for 116 yards, but Davante Adams (ankle) missed most of the second quarter, and Eddie Lacy (ankle) only played one drive. Rodgers was sharp throughout the game, making a number of perfect throws into tight coverage. Even with a banged-up supporting cast, he'll be one of the top quarterback options in Week 3, facing the Chiefs on Monday Night Football.

Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (thumb) had one of the best games of his young career, tossing 351 yards and three touchdowns in Sunday's wild 37-33 upset win over Baltimore. He threw an interception, and also ran for 23 yards on two carries.

It looked like Carr might not even play Sunday, after he injured his thumb in Week 1. After the Ravens hit a field goal to take a 33-30 lead with 2:10 remaining, Carr led hem on a game-winning drive, culminating in a 12-yard touchdown pass to Seth Roberts. Although Carr spread things around -- he completed at least one pass to 10 different players -- he did a great job hooking up with Michael Crabtree and rookie Amari Cooper, as they combined to catch 16 passes for 220 yards and two touchdowns.

Assuming he didn't suffer any setbacks with his thumb, Carr will face the Browns in Cleveland next week.

Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford completed 32 of 53 passes for 286 yards, two touchdowns and an interception in Sunday's loss to Minnesota. He added 20 yards rushing on four carries.

Stafford led the Lions in rushing on Sunday, and sans a running game, was tasked with carrying the team on his back, a responsibility that proved to be too much. Stafford averaged an inefficient 5.4 yards per attempt, a total unbecoming of a player with Stafford's arm strength. It will be difficult for Stafford to improve too much or find his groove with defenses unafraid of the Lions' running game. The Lions have failed to run for 70 yards in either of their first two games of the season.

Eagles quarterback Sam Bradford struggled in Sunday's 20-10 loss to Dallas, completing 23-of-37 pass attempts for 224 yards. He tossed one touchdown and committed three turnovers (two interceptions and a fumble).

If not for a garbage touchdown in the final two minutes of the game, it would have been an absolutely horrific performance from Bradford. Even still, it was a rough outing, as he missed a lot of throws and generally looked out of sync.One of his interceptions came in the end zone on a short throw he had no business trying to make.

For some reason, the Eagles' rushing attack has been abysmal through two games, which certainly isn't helping the offense or Bradford.

There is too much talent for Philadelphia to be kept down for too long, but Week 3 won't be easy, traveling to New York to face the Jets.

Dolphins quarterback Ryan Tannehill injured his right ankle during Sunday's loss to the Jaguars, but he said afterward that he will be alright, Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald.

According to Armando Salguero, Tanehill sported a noticeable limp after the game, despite playing every snap.

He'll likely show up on the Week 3 injury report, but it will be surprising if he's unavailable against the Bills.

Vikings quarterback Teddy Bridgewater completed 14 of 18 passes for 153 yards and a touchdown in the Vikings win over the Lions. He also chipped in 21 rushing yards on six carries.

Sunday was the first true example of the kind of offense the Vikings likely had in mind when they drafted Bridgewater in the first round prior to last season. With Adrian Peterson barreling through defenders, Bridgewater was tasked with being an efficient compliment to the Vikings' running game. Though successful, Bridgewater won't be much of a fantasy option if he continues to play second fiddle to the Vikings running attack.

Thus far this season, he is averaging 25 attempts per game, as opposed to 31 per game in 2014.

Bills quarterback Tyrod Taylor completed 23 of 30 passes for 242 yards with three touchdowns and three interceptions, while also rushing five times for 43 yards and another score during Sunday's 40-32 loss to the Patriots.

The Bills were overmatched for much of the game, scoring 19 points in the fourth quarter before their comeback fell short. Taylor connected with eight different receivers, throwing his touchdowns to Robert Woods, Sammy Watkins and Charles Clay. While the three interceptions surely hurt, it was a huge performance in fantasy formats that don't penalize turnovers.

Taylor's job is far from in jeopardy, and he'll look to cut down the turnovers in Week 3 at Miami.

Dolphins quarterback Ryan Tannehill completed 30 of 44 pass attempts for 359 yards and two touchdowns in Sunday's 23-20 loss at Jacksonville.

Tannehill looked more comfortable Sunday than Week 1, when he was held in check at Washington, routinely hooking up with Rishard Matthews and Jarvis Landry. He did a great job spreading things around too though, completing at least one pass to nine different players. On a negative note, the Dolphins lost starting RB Lamar Miller to an ankle injury in the second half, although if Miller was forced to miss an extended period of time, Tannehill might be forced to air it out more.

In Week 3, Tannehill will make his first home start of the season, taking on the Bills, who gave up 466 yards and three touchdowns to Tom Brady on Sunday.

Vikings quarterback Teddy Bridgewater had a non-desicript game Sunday against Detroit, but did emerge victorious.

Bridgewater completed 14 of 18 passes and a 5-yard scoring strike to tight end Kyle Rudolph in the first quarter. He added a 1-yard touchdown run.

His team hosts San Diego next Sunday.

Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston was 14 for 21 for 207 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 26-19 victory over the Saints. He also had a rushing touchdown and 23 yards on six carries.

Winston's encore performance was significantly better than his debut effort in Week 1, and resulted in his first victory as a pro. The top overall pick looked considerably more assured in the pocket and did a nice job distributing the ball to a cadre of receivers and running backs. Winston did target returning receiver Mike Evans on three occasions but none of the looks resulted in a completion.

However, he did make good use of third receiver Louis Murphy and starting wideout Vincent Jackson, targeting the duo a total of nine times on the afternoon. Week 1 standout Austin Seferian-Jenkins and the Bucs' running back trio of Doug Martin, Charles Sims and Bobby Rainey were also recipients of Winston's passes on Sunday, serving as valuable check-down options when called upon. Winston's next test comes in a road tilt against the Texans in Week 3.