NFL Weekly Recap: week 1

The 2025 NFL season kicked off with a bang, delivering a weekend full of stunning upsets, dramatic comebacks, and standout performances that reminded everyone why professional football is the ultimate show.

NFL execs predict the biggest award winners: Picks for MVP, best rookies, top comeback player, breakouts

Who will win MVP? Who will be the NFL's top rookies? Who is primed for a breakout? We asked execs and scouts for their picks.

Everything we're hearing for NFL Week 2: Panic for the Dolphins? Big decision for the Giants?

Our insiders dove in on the aftermath of the Dolphins' disastrous opener, both New York QB situations and some RB fantasy nuggets ahead of Week 2.

'I felt alive again': Taking a look at No. 1 pick Cam Ward's NFL debut

Tennessee quarterback Cam Ward's debut didn't go as planned, but there were positives to take away from it.

Mark Sanchez Promises 'Raw, Unfiltered Look' at NFL in New Digital Show, 'Rearview'

FOX Sports analyst Mark Sanchez is doing a deep dive into the minds of NFL players with his new digital show, "Rearview," which launches this week.

Tom Brady's Week 1 Power Rankings: Eagles or Bills at No. 1?

The NFL season is back, and so is Tom Brady’s power rankings. The GOAT shares which teams he thinks are the 10 best in the NFL after Week 1.

Mahomes Mountain for Week 2: Will Josh Allen be on top? | First Things First

Nick Wright lists his QB tiers entering Week 2 of the 2025/26 NFL season, including Aaron Rodgers, Josh Allen, and C.J. Stroud.

NFL says Carter's ejection serves as suspension

Eagles star Jalen Carter will not miss any future games after spitting on Cowboys QB Dak Prescott.

Eagles DT Jalen Carter Receives Retroactive Suspension for Dak Prescott Spit

Jalen Carter won't miss any more game action as the NFL says it suspended him for Week 1 with his spit on Dak Prescott.

Herd Hierarchy for Week 2: Packers & Rams rise, Eagles & Chiefs fall | The Herd

Colin Cowherd lists his NFL power rankings entering Week 2 of the 2025/26 NFL season, including the Green Bay Packers, Los Angeles Rams, Kansas City Chiefs, and Philadelphia Eagles.

Projected 2026 NFL draft order: Could another No. 1 pick join Cam Ward in Tennessee?

ESPN's Football Power Index projects the 2026 NFL draft order for Round 1. Which teams have the best odds to pick early?

'We Knew He Had That Dog in Him:' Inside J.J. McCarthy's Debut Comeback Win

Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy became the first player to account for three TDs in the fourth quarter of his NFL debut. Here's how it happened.

From celebrations to frustration, guess who said what in NFL Week 1

The opening week of the 2025 NFL season came with a side of one-liners, blunt assessments and heartfelt reflections. Put your knowledge to the test with our Week 1 quote quiz.

Massive uptick in NFL kickoff returns in Week 1

A modest change to the NFL's kickoff rules made a massive impact on Week 1, producing the highest single-week return rate in 15 years.

'We'll Figure It Out': Cam Ward's Family Keeps Showing Up for Titans QB

Calvin and Patrice Ward have never missed one of their son’s games. Here's what it was like watching Cam's NFL debut with them on Sunday.

2025 NFL Power Rankings: What's Real From Week 1?

Warning: Week 1 is prone to cause overreaction. But Ralph Vacchiano isn't riding the emotional waves of the moment, since not everything is at it seems from opening weekend.

NFL Week 2 Power Rankings: How all 32 teams stack up, plus top non-QB newcomer performances

We're through Week 1, and NFL Power Rankings are back! We stacked the best teams and named the best non-QB newcomer for each roster.

What to know on all 32 NFL playcallers: From veterans to first-year coaches, here is what to expect in 2025

From veterans to newbies, here's everything you need to know about the NFL's playcallers in 2025.

McCarthy delivers in debut, leads Vikings' rally

In thrilling fashion on Monday night, Minnesota quarterback J.J. McCarthy authored a late comeback, becoming the first quarterback in NFL history to account for three touchdowns in the fourth quarter of his NFL debut, as the Vikings outlasted the Bears.

Olney: Potential MLB managerial and front office changes on the horizon

From skippers possibly managing their final games to front office execs facing uncertainty, we break down looming changes for a number of teams.