Lamar Jackson shines as analysts assess NFL Week 1 reactions
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Last updated Sep 14, 2026
Lamar Jackson had a standout performance during the NFL Week 1 games. Analysts are evaluating potential overreactions as they discuss whether Jackson could reset the market and which quarterbacks from the Class of 2023 may get contract extensions first. Various Los Angeles teams are also under scrutiny for their early-season performance and setbacks. As discussions arise, analysts emphasize caution in judging teams and players based on just one week of action.
- •Lamar Jackson had a notable performance in Week 1.
- •Analysts caution against overreacting to opening week results.
- •Discussion around quarterback extensions from the Class of 2023 is ongoing.
- •Los Angeles teams face criticism for their early struggles.
- 12:59 AMESPN — Resist the urge to overreact to Week 1! Making sense of Lamar Jackson's big day, both L.A. teams flopping
"Is Jackson going to reset the market? What's up in L.A.? And which Class of 2023 QB will be extended first? We sized up potential Week 1 overreactions.
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