Backup quarterback Mac Jones threw three touchdowns as the San Francisco 49ers beat the New Orleans Saints 26-21 in Week 2 at the Caesars Superdome. A missed 40-yard field goal by Blake Grupe loomed large as the Saints fell to 0-2. Alvin Kamara flashed, but San Francisco’s defense closed it out on the road.
BYU throttled Stanford 27-3 in Provo, holding the Cardinal to 161 total yards and just 19 on the ground. Jack Kelly’s strip sack, three takeaways, and eight tackles for loss set the tone, while true freshman QB Bear Bachmeier managed the game with 175 passing yards and a rushing TD. Four field goals from Will Ferrin sealed a complete, 2-0 start before a sold-out crowd of 64,692.
The upcoming NFL Wild Card face-off between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Washington Commanders promises to be an electrifying showdown. As both teams have been on impressive winning streaks, the matchup is expected to be a high-scoring affair. The article delves into strategic player props and top betting options, examining standout performances from players such as Mike Evans and Baker Mayfield who have been crucial in recent victories.