Justin Herbert off to a 2–0 start — Has he entered the Elite QB tier? | First Things First

Danny Parkins discusses Justin Herbert’s 2–0 start to the season and whether the Los Angeles Chargers quarterback has entered the elite QB tier.
Kansas City Chiefs drop two straight yet land in Danny Parkins’ Top 10 | First Things First

Danny Parkins reveals his Top 10 NFL teams heading into Week 3.
Source: Vikings RB Jones (hamstring) hits IR
The Vikings placed running back Aaron Jones on injured reserve Tuesday because of a hamstring injury, a source told ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
Astros’ Alvarez has significant sprain, out ‘a while’
Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez has been diagnosed with a “significant” left ankle sprain and will be out of the lineup “for a while,” manager Joe Espada said.
Mateer, Beck take over as Heisman favorites
Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer and Miami QB Carson Beck are the favorites at various sportsbooks in a wide-open race for the Heisman Trophy.
Jared Goff Shuts Down Idea Lions Hold Animosity Toward Ben Johnson

Jared Goff told FOX Sports’ “Rearview” that the Lions weren’t looking to send a message to Ben Johnson in their 52-21 win over the Bears in Week 2.
Mahomes Mountain Week 3: Will Mahomes be dethroned? | First Things First

Nick Wright lists his QB hierarchy entering Week 3 of the 2025/26 NFL season, including Mac Jones, Tua Tagovailoa, Jalen Hurts, Patrick Mahomes, and Josh Allen.
Lionel Messi Will ‘Easily’ Make It to 2026 World Cup, Argentina Teammate Says

Tottenham defender Cristian Romero isn’t concerned about Lionel Messi being fit enough to play in the 2026 World Cup.
Daiyan Henley’s ‘Flu Game’ Adds to ‘Rising Superstar’ and Chargers’ Super Bowl Cases

Chargers linebacker Daiyan Henley played with a fever and a sinus inflection in their win over the Raiders, but still dominated. That led Jim Harbaugh to call him a “rising star.”
Arsenal show at Athletic that they possess the depth to win UCL
Subs Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard powered Arsenal past Athletic Club on Tuesday, showing off the depth needed to win the Champions League.