NFL Week 2 Injury Report: Tua Tagovailoa Doubtful for Falcons, Joe Burrow Probable for Bengals

No one leaves Week 1 unscathed. The first week of the NFL season delivered some excellent games, but also some worrying injury news coming out of it. Players like Zay Flowers and Jalen Coker, who dominated against the Indianapolis Colts and Chicago Bears, respectively, enter Week 2 with injury designations.

Cincinnati Bengals’ QB Joe Burrow, who is no stranger to missing time, also showed up on the injury report—a major concern and heart-in-mouth moment for Bengals’ fans. How do those injury statuses, and others across the league, impact the landscape in Week 2?

✅ Probable

Position	Team	Player	Injury
QB	Bengals	Joe Burrow	Back
WR	Panthers	Jalen Coker	Ankle
TE	49ers	George Kittle	Not specified
LB	Jaguars	Foyesade Oluokun	Wrist
DT	Chiefs	Chris Jones	Calf
EDGE	Ravens	Trey Hendrickson	Finger

Joe Burrow (Bengals vs. Texans): Probable

It’s only Week 1, and the concerns regarding Joe Burrow’s (back) health are already in full force. Burrow often puts himself in positions where he takes unnecessary hits, but his commitment to putting the Bengals on his back can only be commended. Burrow was on the injury report early this week, but the Bengals’ franchise quarterback will likely line up under center against the Houston Texans on Sunday. Without Burrow, the Bengals would be walking into a potential beatdown against a juggernaut defense. With Burrow, the Bengals are still +2.5-point underdogs. They need their talisman to lift the offense.

Jalen Coker (Panthers vs. Falcons): Probable

One of the surprise performances in Week 1, despite their loss, was Panthers’ WR Jalen Coker (ankle). The former Holy Cross star ripped a career-best game, catching eight passes for 138 yards and two touchdowns in the 59-37 loss to the Bears. Coker was a real threat all over the field, and his 12.69 total EPA was fourth among receivers in Week 1, per Sümer Sports, but he was in a walking boot after the game. Coker has since been limited in practice and is expected to suit up against the Atlanta Falcons. Having Coker on the field alongside Tetairoa McMillan gives Bryce Young two big, physical receivers who can win inside and out. The Falcons have a surprisingly strong secondary, but Coker could be the key to the Panthers’ success—and their first win of the season.

Trey Hendrickson (Ravens vs. Saints): Probable

Trey Hendrickson (finger) was one of the marquee free agent signings of the offseason, landing with the Baltimore Ravens on a four-year, $112 million deal. The veteran edge rusher made a sizable impact in Week 1, logging eight pressures and a 30.8% pressure rate, per Next Gen Stats. The Ravens’ defense had a 47.1% pressure rate, the seventh-highest in the league, against the Colts in the 41-23 win, and having an elite pass-rusher like Hendrickson—something the Ravens have lacked in recent seasons—could prove to be a real force multiplier for Jesse Minter’s defense. Despite suffering a minor finger injury, expect Hendrickson to be back on the field in Week 2 against the New Orleans Saints.

Also Probable: TE George Kittle (49ers), LB Foyesade Oluokun (Jaguars), DT Chris Jones (Chiefs)

❓ Questionable

Position	Team	Player	Injury
S	Seahawks	Nick Emmanwori	Ankle/Hip
WR	Ravens	Zay Flowers	Hamstring
TE	Raiders	Brock Bowers	Knee (meniscus)
WR	Texans	Nico Collins	Hamstring
QB	Vikings	Kyler Murray	Concussion
CB	Steelers	Joey Porter Jr.	Back

Nico Collins (Texans vs. Bengals): Questionable

Big things are expected from the Houston Texans in 2026. They were unlucky in a close loss to the Buffalo Bills in Week 1, but the makings of a great team are there. The defense is a known commodity, but the offense still has roads to make before being fully trusted. The best version of the Texans’ offense exists only when Nico Collins (hamstring) is on the field. The veteran receiver is arguably a top talent, but has often battled the injury bug. Collins suffered a hamstring injury in practice on Wednesday, and his status is now up in the air. His 8.53 total EPA was 11th among receivers in Week 1, and Collins is one of the league’s top downfield threats. If he’s out of the lineup, the Texans lack a true number one target in the offense and C.J. Stroud’s top weapon. The receiver room is already lacking depth, and there might be less urgency and desire to push the ball downfield without Collins as the threat. The defense can hold its own, but the offense could be in trouble.

Zay Flowers (Ravens vs. Saints): Questionable

Another top receiver who could be inactive on Sunday is the Ravens’ Zay Flowers (hamstring). The former first-round pick was one of the stars on Week 1, catching five passes for 150 yards and a touchdown as the Ravens romped to victory. Flowers left the game early with a hamstring injury and is now in jeopardy of suiting up against the Saints in Week 2. The offense without Flowers would still run, but he’d be a big blow to their optionality in the passing game. The Ravens used Flowers all over the offense—out wide, in the slot, and in the backfield on an option-route touchdown—and Declan Doyle already values Flowers’ versatility as a pass-catcher. The passing game might take a backseat to the run game without Flowers in the lineup, but Lamar Jackson already looks to be playing at an MVP-level, so the Ravens would still be favored—they’re currently -8.5-point favorites.

Nick Emmanwori (Seahawks vs. Cardinals): Questionable

The Seahawks’ defense was without one of their top players in Week 1 as Nick Emmanwori (ankle/hip) missed the game. Emmanwori was a real asset to the defense in his rookie season, showing up as a run defender and in coverage, using his elite athleticism to show up around the ball. The defense played an impressive game in Week 1 without Emmanwori, but having him back on the field would be a huge plus. The Seahawks don’t have the same depth that was afforded to them in 2025, which means they’ll need Emmanwori’s versatility sooner rather than later—especially if starting safety Ty Okada, who was a backup in 2025, is missing from the game. The Seahawks take on the Cardinals and enter the game as -3.5-point favorites.

Also Questionable: TE Brock Bowers (Raiders), QB Kyler Murray (Vikings), CB Joey Porter Jr. (Steelers)

🏥 Doubtful

Position	Team	Player	Injury
HB	Vikings	Jordan Mason	Thumb
LB	Cowboys	DeMarvion Overshown	Hamstring
CB	Patriots	Carlton Davis III	Neck
WR	Jets	Omar Cooper Jr.	Ankle
CB	Falcons	A.J. Terrell	Shoulder
QB	Falcons	Tua Tagovailoa	Oblique

Jordan Mason (Vikings vs. Bears): Doubtful

The Minnesota Vikings pulled off an improbable comeback victory in Week 1 despite losing Kyler Murray early in the game to a concussion. Murray’s Week 2 status is up in the air, but one player who will be missing is running back Jordan Mason (thumb). Mason fractured his thumb after pacing the Vikings with 15 carries for 59 yards and a rushing touchdown in the win over the Green Bay Packers. The Vikings don’t have a strong backfield even with Mason. He’s the guy who can churn and grind for the hard yards, but without him, the Vikings will have to lean more into veteran Aaron Jones, DeeJay Dallas, and potentially rookie Demond Claiborne. The Vikings were 22nd in rushing success rate in Week 1, but face a Bears’ defense ripe for the picking.

DeMarvion Overshown (Cowboys vs. Commanders): Doubtful

Ripe defenses were prevalent in Week 1. The Dallas Cowboys had high hopes in 2026, but an early poor showing from the defense may cause some to reevaluate. It’s too early to change course on who the Cowboys can be this season, but the defense has to be better. Having linebacker DeMarvion Overshown (hamstring) on the field will ultimately make the Cowboys a better unit. The Cowboys’ second level is arguably the weakest part of the defense, and Overshown is expected to miss a week or two, which could sink this linebacker corps even lower. Without him, more will be expected from Dee Winters and Jaishawn Barham, unless Christian Parker elects to use more dime personnel. The Cowboys defense couldn’t get off the field in Week 1, but look to redeem themselves against the Commanders in Week 2.

Tua Tagovailoa (Falcons vs. Panthers): Doubtful

The world in which the Falcons’ offense lives is dark. The team could barely function with Cooper Rush under center in Week 1. Their -0.38 EPA per play was 31st among all offenses in Week 1, and 30th in passing success rate. That’s not a realm you can live in and still win games. The hope is that, in the near future, the Falcons can run with Michael Penix or Tua Tagovailoa under center. For now, it won’t be Tagovailoa (oblique). The former Dolphins’ quarterback hasn’t practiced all week, and now looks to be sidelined once again. Tagovailoa would be an upgrade over Rush and, in theory at least, could run a sustainable passing offense thanks to his accuracy and ability to get the ball out fast. The Falcons are +2.5 home underdogs with Rush under center against the Panthers.

Also Doubtful: CB Carlton Davis III (Patriots), WR Omar Cooper Jr. (Jets), CB A.J. Terrell (Falcons)

How to Read NFL Injury Designations

Out: Will not play.

Doubtful: Unlikely to play (historically ~25% chance).

Questionable: Uncertain, roughly a coin flip.

Probable: Considered very likely to play.

DNP / LP / FP: Did Not Practice / Limited Practice / Full Practice — the daily practice-report shorthand that builds toward Friday’s final designation.

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