NFL Week 2: Statistics Behind the Key Results
In-depth look at the numbers that shaped the second week of the season The second week of the NFL season brought a series of surprising results and remarkable individual performances. Analysis of key statistics reveals stories hidden behind final scores and main headlines. Historically Poor Passing Performance in Eagles-Chiefs The anticipated showdown between the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs disappointed from a quarterback perspective. Jalen Hurts completed 15 of 22 passes for just 101 yards in a 20-17 victory, representing only the second instance in his career with fewer than 101 passing yards on 20+ attempts. Since the start of the 2020 season, only ten teams have won games when their quarterback threw for 101 yards or fewer. The most recent case was Bo Nix from Denver with 60 yards in a 10-9 victory over the Jets. Saquon Barkley with 22 carries for 88 yards and a touchdown was key to the Eagles' victory. Indianapolis and Return to Success The Colts achiev...