Injuries impact key NFL players ahead of Week 2 matchups
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 11:35 PM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Several NFL players are dealing with injuries as they head into Week 2. Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers suffered a hamstring injury, while rookie Ja'Kobi Lane faces several weeks out with a broken wrist. Dallas Cowboys linebacker DeMarvion Overshown also sustained a hamstring injury, and safety Malik Hooker is evaluated for a fractured forearm. Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Ladd McConkey took a hit to the chest, leading to his early exit. Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray left the game due to a concussion and must go through the NFL's concussion protocol before returning.
- •Zay Flowers exits with a hamstring injury; MRI pending.
- •Ja'Kobi Lane has a broken wrist and is out for several weeks.
- •DeMarvion Overshown's hamstring injury requires further testing.
- •Malik Hooker is assessed for a fractured forearm.
- •Kyler Murray must pass concussion protocol to play in Week 2.
- 11:35 PMYahoo Sports — Notable Week 1 injuries around the NFL that could affect Week 2
"He will have to advance through the NFL's concussion protocol before suiting up for Week 2.
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