The 10 best plays from Week 1 in the NFL
Week 1 is officially in the books in the National Football League and fans were blessed with many standout plays. Here are the 10 best from the opening week of the NFL.
Walker III runs all over Broncos' defence in Chiefs debut; Mahomes looks healthy in return
TSN's NFL analysts Luke Willson and Davis Sanchez join SportsCentre to discuss how Patrick Mahomes played in his return from his season-ending injury in December, what kind of balance Kenneth Walker III brings to the Chiefs offence, and shares their takeaways on how Bo Nix and the Broncos played in their season opener.
NFL: Broncos 10, Chiefs 31
Kenneth Walker III ran for 173 yards and scored two touchdowns in his Chiefs debut and Kansas City exacted some revenge on the Denver Broncos for stealing their AFC West crown with a 31-10 victory Monday night.
Lalji: Walker III showed 'he is as good as any running back in the NFL' in Chiefs debut
TSN's Farhan Lalji breaks down what kind of statement Kenneth Walker III made in his Chiefs debut Monday night, how Patrick Mahomes looked in his return from a season-ending injury, and why Bo Nix struggled in the season opener.
Mahomes on first TD in injury return: 'Wasn't planning on using my legs that early'
Patrick Mahomes breaks down the Chiefs win over the Broncos on Monday night and how he felt in his return.
Rashee Rice breaks multiple tackles en route to Chiefs TD
Rashee Rice breaks multiple tackles en route to a Chiefs touchdown.
Bo Nix dots Evan Engram to put the Broncos on the board
Bo Nix finds Evan Engram in the end zone to put the Broncos on the board.
Kelce's catch-and-run moves him into second all time for receiving yards by a TE
Patrick Mahomes flips a quick pass to Travis Kelce and he takes off for a 59-yard catch and run to move into second all time for receiving yards by a tight end.
The CFL's most electric QB, Davis Alexander + Grading the Bills' week 1 performance
In the second episode of season 2 of Film Never Lies, Luke Willson recaps the opening week of the NFL season. He's joined by TSN's Chris Hein to grade Buffalo's week 1 performance. The two also discuss who's at fault for the Packers' loss to the Vikings. Luke is joined by the CFL's MOP favourite, Davis Alexander, to talk about his remarkable season, playing through injury in the Grey Cup, and what he's learned about Canadian culture since coming to the CFL. And in the Top 5 presented by Yoder Smokers, Davis and Luke rank the best trash talkers in the CFL.
Schefter: Drew Brees mulled NFL return for Broncos in AFC title game
Schefter: Drew Brees mulled NFL return for Broncos in AFC title game.
ESPN gifts Missouri firefighter tickets to Super Bowl LXI
ESPN gifts Missouri firefighter tickets to Super Bowl LXI.
Berserker Mode: Jeanty begins sophomore season with a bang
Ashton Jeanty began his second NFL season with a bang on Sunday, rushing for over 100 yards for the third time in his career and catching a pair of touchdown passes after having just five receiving TDs all of last year. With the help of Kirk Cousins, Jeanty went 'Berserker Mode' against the Dolphins. Preorder Marvel's Wolverine now.
What impact will new additions Walker, Waddle have on the Chiefs and Broncos?
How does new Chiefs RB Kenneth Walker III fit in Andy Reid's offence? What impact will Jaylen Waddle make in his debut season in Denver? TSN Football Insider Farhan Lalji weighs in as the two AFC West rivals battle in the first Monday Night Football of the 2026-27 season.
Vikings QB Murray considered day-to-day; Browns sticking with Watson as Week 2 starter
Kevin O'Connell confirmed that Kyler Murray is in the concussion protocol and the team will take it "a day at a time" with the medical staff as he progresses. Despite a dismal season-opening performance, Browns coach Todd Monken is sticking with Deshaun Watson as his starting quarterback for Week 2 against the Buccaneers.
MMQB: Bears & Bills impress, Chargers fall flat in wild Week 1 in the NFL
The Bears dropped 59 points on the Panthers, the Bills beat the Texans in a thrilling back-and-forth battle in Houston and the Chargers, the heaviest favourite of the week, were upset by the Cardinals. Our Monday Morning Quarterback Jesse Palmer joins SportsCentre to weigh in on a wild Week 1 in the NFL.
Coming off a serious injury, will Mahomes still be able to carry Chiefs' offence?
Coming off a torn ACL suffered only nine months ago, will Patrick Mahomes still be able to carry Chiefs' offence? Where do the Broncos fall in the AFC pecking order? TSN NFL analysts Luke Willson and Davis Sanchez discuss ahead of tonight's Monday Night Football clash in Kansas City.
Lalji details Mahomes' miraculous 274-day recovery that has him ready for the season
TSN Football Insider Farhan Lalji details Patrick Mahomes' miraculous 274-day recovery from a torn ACL and LCL to be ready for the start of the regular season, and why the three-time Super Bowl MVP's injury could prove pivotal against the Broncos on Monday.
Mahomes back and in the spotlight as Chiefs host Broncos on Monday Night Football
Just nine months after tearing his ACL and LCL, Patrick Mahomes will lead the Chiefs out for Monday Night Football on TSN. It won't be easy for Mahomes as he will open his comeback season against the Broncos, who led the league in sacks last year. SportsCentre has more on the storylines heading into tonight.
Schefter: Steelers, Joey Porter Jr. in a tricky spot with contract talks
ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter details to Pat McAfee the tricky spot the Steelers and Joey Porter Jr. are in with contract talks.
Schefter: Browns coach expecting Watson will start Week 2
ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter says Browns coach Todd Monken is expecting Deshaun Watson to start Week 2 for the Browns.
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