ESPN’s Week 3 NFL previews put uncertainty in focus
The broadcaster’s package covers all 15 games, combining schedules and statistics with expert picks, fantasy guidance and betting analysis.
ESPN has published previews for all 15 games in the 2026 NFL Week 3 schedule, assembling reporter observations, key statistics, fantasy advice, betting insights and score predictions. The package also includes odds and Football Power Index projections.
The coverage weighs current form and tactical match-ups alongside questions that remain unresolved before kickoff. ESPN’s previews flag uncertain availability for several players, including Sam Darnold, Nico Collins, Puka Nacua and Caleb Williams.
The predictions and projections are presented ahead of the games, not as confirmed outcomes. ESPN’s fantasy and betting analysis likewise reflects assessments based on the information available in the previews.
The slate includes Ravens–Cowboys among Sunday’s games and concludes with Philadelphia hosting Chicago on Monday Night Football. ESPN’s preview highlights uncertainty over whether Bears quarterback Caleb Williams will be available, with backup Tyson Bagent also in concussion protocol.
The package gives readers a game-by-game guide to the schedule, with analyst picks alongside the reported team context. Its projections offer one view of the match-ups before play begins.
