After a high-scoring week one, defenses made their presence felt in week two of the NFL.

The Chicago Bears suffered a harsh reality check, scoring just three points in a 9-3 home loss to the Minnesota Vikings. This marked a staggering 56-point drop-off, the second largest in NFL history. The Bears not only lost the game but also their star quarterback Caleb Williams, who left the field with a hamstring injury, though initial reports suggest it may not be severe.

In another blow, Jayden Daniels, the second pick of the 2024 draft, left the Washington game against the Dallas Cowboys with a serious elbow injury. The Cowboys secured a 37-20 victory, with Dak Prescott throwing four touchdown passes, surpassing Tony Romo’s team record with 249 touchdowns.

The Kansas City Chiefs showcased their strength with a 33-30 overtime win over the Indianapolis Colts. Patrick Mahomes threw three touchdowns and amassed 382 passing yards, his highest in three years. Travis Kelce and summer signing Kenneth Walker contributed significantly, with Walker totaling 178 yards.

The Green Bay Packers also triumphed in overtime against the New York Jets, winning 20-17 and ending a six-game losing streak.

The Seattle Seahawks continued their dominance with a 31-7 win over the Arizona Cardinals, led by Drew Lock’s three touchdown passes to Jaxon Smith-Njigba. Meanwhile, the San Francisco 49ers defeated the Miami Dolphins 35-15, with Christian McCaffrey scoring twice.

The Cincinnati Bengals won 20-6 against Houston, thanks to an impressive touchdown catch by Ja'Marr Chase. Lastly, the Philadelphia Eagles narrowly beat the Tennessee Titans 24-20 with a last-minute touchdown from Jalen Hurts to Darius Cooper, showcasing their knack for close finishes.