NFL Week 2, Jayden And Caleb Go Down, The Browns Win A Game, The Chargers Are Rock Bottom + Who's Back Of The Week

Summary of NFL Week 2, Jayden And Caleb Go Down, The Browns Win A Game, The Chargers Are Rock Bottom + Who's Back Of The Week

by Barstool Sports

3h 21m•September 21, 2026
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Overview of Pardon My Take: NFL Week 2

Barstool Sports’ Pardon My Take recapped a chaotic Week 2 in the NFL, led by major injury scares for Caleb Williams and Jayden Daniels, a huge Browns win over the Bucs, the Saints shocking the Ravens, and the Chiefs proving they’re still the Chiefs. The episode mixed game breakdowns with the show’s usual fast-paced jokes, betting bits, and team-fandom therapy session, including extended reactions from Bears, Commanders, Jets, Chargers, Eagles, Patriots, and Bucs fans in the room.

Biggest Week 2 Takeaways

  • Caleb Williams’ injury looked terrifying at first, but likely settled into a hamstring concern rather than something catastrophic.
  • Jayden Daniels also suffered an elbow injury that could require surgery or at least a brace, raising serious concern for Washington’s season.
  • The Browns beat the Buccaneers in a rain-delayed grinder, with Deshaun Watson playing his best game of the year.
  • The Saints’ win over Baltimore was one of the day’s biggest upsets, and Tyler Shough/“Shuck” got major praise.
  • The Chiefs outlasted the Colts in overtime, convincing the crew Kansas City is fully back.
  • The Chargers were declared a disaster zone, with the hosts joking that they may be Big Cat’s “pinky team” because they don’t look like a contender.

Fastest Two Minutes: Game-by-Game Recap

Vikings 9, Bears 3

  • Brutal weather game with almost no offensive rhythm.
  • Caleb Williams left with an injury after a non-contact-looking play.
  • The Bears played poorly overall: penalties, drops, missed blocks, and a costly DeAndre Swift fumble.
  • Brian Flores’ Vikings defense overwhelmed Chicago; Carson Wentz was steady and mistake-free enough.

Raiders 26, Chargers 14

  • The Raiders controlled the game and got a strong showing from the offense.
  • Justin Herbert and the Chargers were criticized heavily for sloppy play and repeated mistakes.
  • The Chargers’ offensive line and coaching were major targets in the discussion.

Packers 20, Jets 17

  • The Jets blew a game they should’ve won.
  • The crew killed the Jets’ conservative coaching decisions, especially in overtime.
  • The Packers won despite a messy game and plenty of penalties.
  • MetLife rain made everything uglier, but the Jets’ late-game management drew the most heat.

Patriots 20, Steelers 3

  • New England’s defense dominated.
  • Drake Maye was viewed positively for taking more downfield shots and showing growth.
  • Pittsburgh’s offense was called flat-out terrible.
  • Aaron Rodgers and DK Metcalf were both part of the “this is not working” conversation.

Saints 24, Ravens 17

  • One of the biggest upsets of the day.
  • The Ravens blew another double-digit lead, a familiar issue from prior years.
  • Derrick Henry started well but faded after halftime.
  • The Saints were praised for their guts, fourth-down aggressiveness, and Tyler Shough’s clutch play.

Eagles 24, Titans 20

  • The Eagles escaped despite offensive line issues.
  • Jalen Hurts played well overall but had a couple bad picks.
  • Tennessee was more competitive than in Week 1 and gave Philadelphia a real fight.
  • The hot field and Eagles line problems were major talking points.

Browns 23, Buccaneers 19

  • Rain delay game that turned into a frustration fest for Tampa Bay.
  • Deshaun Watson had a strong outing and outplayed Baker Mayfield.
  • The Bucs’ offense looked disjointed; Todd Bowles’ postgame comments were not encouraging.
  • The Browns got a big win and the show immediately started joking about Browns-based challenge bets.

Broncos 20, Jaguars 13

  • Jacksonville came out well, but Denver took over in the second half.
  • Bo Nix started rough, including a bad interception, but the Broncos defense stiffened.
  • The crew saw this as a sign Denver still has real upside if the defense keeps playing like this.
  • Sean Payton and the Broncos got credit for making adjustments.

Cowboys 37, Commanders 20

  • Dallas controlled the game and looked sharp on offense.
  • The huge story was Jayden Daniels’ elbow injury, which reopened all the fears from last year.
  • PFT spent a lot of the segment wrestling with how serious the injury might be and whether surgery is needed.
  • The Commanders’ season suddenly feels fragile because Daniels is central to everything they do.

Seahawks 31, Cardinals 7

  • Jaxon Smith-Njigba was unstoppable: 9 catches, 155 yards, 3 touchdowns.
  • Seattle’s defense smothered Arizona; the Cardinals had almost nothing after their opening drive.
  • The Seahawks were described as quietly excellent.

49ers 35, Dolphins 13

  • San Francisco looked fully refreshed after the overseas trip.
  • Brock Purdy and the offense were crisp, and the game was effectively over early.
  • The Dolphins were called the worst team in football by more than one person on the pod.
  • Christian McCaffrey’s milestone stats also got a shout.

Chiefs 33, Colts 30

  • Indy hung around, but the Chiefs did what they always do late.
  • Patrick Mahomes looked back in rhythm, and Travis Kelce had a big game.
  • The Colts got criticized for not closing it out in overtime.
  • The conclusion: Kansas City is back in “problem” territory.

Bengals 20, Texans 6

  • The Bengals defense looked legit and potentially transformative.
  • Joe Burrow called himself “incredibly average,” which the crew loved.
  • The Texans’ offense struggled badly without Nico Collins.
  • This was framed as evidence the Bengals may be different from last year.

Panthers 34, Falcons 3

  • Bryce Young looked excellent and the Panthers got a real statement win.
  • Carolina’s offense featured multiple playmakers and looked much more functional.
  • Atlanta was mocked heavily for being one of the NFL’s worst teams.
  • The Falcons’ lack of red-zone production became a key stat.

Injury Watch and Quarterback Concerns

Caleb Williams

  • Initially feared to be an Achilles injury.
  • Later reporting and visual updates suggested a hamstring issue and some optimism.
  • The hosts agreed he’ll likely need to be very cautiously managed.

Jayden Daniels

  • The injury looked especially gruesome because his elbow bent backward when he hit the turf.
  • The episode repeatedly returned to the idea that Washington may need to consider surgery and a brace.
  • PFT’s mood on the show swung hard based on updates and replays.

Who’s Back of the Week

PFT’s Picks

  • NASCAR fights: Ryan Blaney and Carson Hocevar throwing hands.
  • Philadelphia Waterdogs: PLL champions again, with the crew celebrating their title.
  • Baseball playoffs: the bracket race is tightening, especially in the Cubs/Phillies/Padres mix.
  • UFC toughness: Alonzo Menifield fighting through a nasty broken thumb and still going the distance.
  • “It’s the 21st of September”: the Earth, Wind & Fire song got its annual callback.

Notable Running Bits and Side Conversations

  • The hosts spent time debating which teams are actually contenders and which ones are just pretending.
  • Big Cat floated the Browns as a possible bet target for a $50,000 promo if they beat the Panthers by 23+.
  • The Chargers were mocked as a potential long-term disaster.
  • There was a lot of joking about “pinky teams,” “blow it up,” and which franchises are already in trouble.

Bottom Line

Week 2 delivered ugly weather games, multiple quarterback injuries, several huge upsets, and a clear reminder that the Chiefs, despite the occasional wobble, are still the team everyone has to chase. The biggest emotional swings of the episode came from the Caleb Williams and Jayden Daniels injuries, which overshadowed a packed slate of chaos.