The dust has settled on NFL Week 2, and Pro Football Focus (PFF) has released its comprehensive grades, revealing standout performances and unexpected heroes. This week saw a flurry of impressive plays, from dominant pass rushes to clutch kicking and exceptional offensive line performances. Let's delve into some of the most noteworthy results.
**Dominant Defenses and Impressive Pass Rushes:** The Green Bay Packers' pass rush was a force to be reckoned with against the Washington Commanders, with Micah Parsons leading the charge, earning a 90.6 PFF pass-rush grade thanks to eight pressures, including his second sack as a Packer. Similarly, the Buffalo Bills' defense overwhelmed the New York Jets, powered by Joey Bosa's league-leading 96.7 PFF pass-rush grade and seven pressures. On the other side of the ball, the Rams' Byron Young made his presence felt with an 86.6 PFF pass-rush grade, securing two sacks and six pressures.
**Offensive Line Prowess and Receiving Stars:** While defenses shone, several offensive lines stood tall. The 49ers' offensive line, notably Trent Williams (90.0 pass-blocking grade), protected Mac Jones admirably, allowing just one sack. On the receiving end, the Ravens' DeAndre Hopkins (95.1 receiving grade) and Devontez Walker (90.4 receiving grade) were dynamic despite limited snaps. Amon-Ra St. Brown continued his strong start to the season with a 91.4 receiving grade, and Ja'Marr Chase maintained his high level of play with an 87.6 receiving grade despite a change at quarterback.
**Unexpected Heroes and Stellar Running Backs:** Week 2 also showcased some unexpected heroes. Cowboys kicker Brandon Aubrey's late-game heroics secured a victory, earning a 94.4 PFF field goal/extra point grade. Meanwhile, Kenneth Walker III of the Seattle Seahawks stole the show with a season-high 90.9 PFF rushing grade, showcasing his impressive power and elusiveness. Drake Maye continued his strong rookie season with an 83.6 PFF grade, highlighting his potential.
**Further Standout Performances:** Other notable performances include Daniel Jones's 81.4 PFF passing grade, Derrick Brown's dominant 90.3 PFF grade for the Panthers, Jordan Mailata's exceptional 90.8 PFF run-blocking grade, and Divine Deablo's impressive 89.4 PFF grade for the Falcons. Jared Goff also bounced back from a poor opener, posting an 85.1 PFF grade.
These highlights only scratch the surface of the exciting performances from NFL Week 2. For a deeper dive into the PFF grades and detailed stats for every game, including snap counts, be sure to visit PFF Premium Stats. Click here to unlock in-depth analysis and discover more hidden gems from the week's action.
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Originally published at: https://www.pff.com/news/nfl-week-2-pff-grades
