THE WHISTLEBLOWER’S UPSHOTS
1. The Bucs Remain Super Bowl Stellar
Tom Brady and the Bucs proved why they are the defending NFL champs in a convincing rout over the Atlanta Falcons. Brady had more than 350 yards and five touchdowns against a helpless Atlanta defense. Gronk looked like his prime self, while the Bucs’ defense picked off Matt Ryan twice. Expect more big performances from Tampa.
2. Derek Carr is Elite
Derek Carr’s elite QB status has been an ongoing debate for a long time. However, Carr made his case in Week 2. Carr threw for 300 yards and three TDs including a game-sealing long bomb to Henry Ruggs. The Raiders pulled off a good showing against a stout Steelers defense and are emerging as an AFC West powerhouse.
3. The Bills Find Their Footing
The Bills suffered a disappointing loss to the Steelers in their opener but rallied in a major way in Week 2. Buffalo demonstrated they are Super Bowl contenders after flattening the Dolphins 35-0. Josh Allen struggled early, but rebounded with passing yards and rushing yards and had touchdowns in both categories. Devin Singletary and Zach Moss got in the end zone and the defense forced four turnovers. A good day for the Bills Mafia!
4. The Return of the King (Henry)
Derek Henry was effectively shut down in Week 1 by the Arizona Cardinals, but Week 2 was a different story. Henry rushed for 130 yards against the Seattle Seahawks and scored the game-clinching TD in OT. King Henry resembled his 2020 2,000 yards form. All signs point to Henry repeating his royal feat again this season.
5. Wilson’s Bad Day
Zach Wilson is only two games into his young NFL career and he has already received plenty of schooling at the professional level. Wilson started the game 0/2 with two early interceptions and, unfortunately, things didn’t improve much. The Jets rookie QB finished the game with four picks and no touchdowns. The New England Patriots, led by tough defensive play and their own rookie QB Mac Jones, thoroughly demolished the New York Jets.
