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In this edition of the Scout's Notebook, Bucky Brooks identifies one of the keys to Nick Sirianni's impressive debut as Eagles head coach. Plus, a look at the game's top route runners, the NFL's version of an NBA super team and a new contender for the title of RB1.

Can the Eagles upset the 49ers to start 2-0 for the first time since 2016? Will Derrick Henry and the Titans bounce back after last week's poor outing? NFL Network analysts make bold predictions for Week 2 of the 2021 NFL season.

With the first week of the 2021 season in the books, how do the NFL's starting quarterbacks stack up against each other? Gregg Rosenthal provides updated rankings, 1-32, with 44-year-old Tom Brady and 21-year-old Trevor Lawrence moving in opposite directions.

You have lineup questions. We have answers. At least we hope. Start 'Em, Sit 'Em is back for the 2021 NFL season.

 Los Angeles quarterback Matthew Stafford and Kansas City QB Patrick Mahomes led the way as the first batch of NFL Players of the Week were unveiled Wednesday. 

With Week 1 officially in the books, Dan Hanzus unveils his rankings for all 32 teams heading into Week 2. How high did the Steelers climb? How far did the Packers fall?

In his Rams debut at sparkling SoFi Stadium, Matthew Stafford passed for 321 yards and three scores, finishing with an almost-perfect QB rating of 156.1. Jim Trotter reflects on the veteran's performance in Los Angeles' 34-14 win over Chicago. 

NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reveals the details behind the Los Angeles Rams' offseason trade for quarterback Matthew Stafford, who was sought after by several teams including the Carolina Panthers. 

Gregg Rosenthal ranks all 32 starting quarterbacks heading into the 2021 NFL season. Where does Tom Brady land in the pecking order? Who's the highest-rated rookie?

Does any QB-RB-WR trio rate above the Packers' Aaron Rodgers, Aaron Jones and Davante Adams? Nick Shook ranks all 32 teams' triplets heading into the 2021 NFL season.

With the 2021 NFL campaign about to kick off, Judy Battista identifies 56 things to watch en route to Super Bowl LVI. What can we expect from the first 17-game regular season? Which showdowns will be must-see TV?

Who is poised to nab NFL MVP? How about Defensive Player of the Year? And which rookies will take home the hardware? As we head into the 2021 season, NFL.com analysts predict every award winner.

Jeffri Chadiha ranks all eight divisions entering the 2021 NFL season. Can any other quartet hang with the ultra-competitive NFC West? Are the AFC North's Browns ready to challenge the AFC West's Chiefs for conference supremacy?

Editors Ali Bhanpuri and Tom Blair assess the 30 best players over the age of 30 heading into the 2021 NFL season. How high did Tom Brady climb from last year's list? Is anyone above Aaron Rodgers?

This is a golden era for NFL offenses. Which teams will field the most prolific attacks in 2021? Adam Schein projects his top nine, with some notable units missing the cut.

If you thought Sean McVay might reconsider his past approach to the preseason, given that he's breaking in a new QB, think again. Asked whether Matthew Stafford would see action this preseason, the Rams coach responded with a heck no. Not this year, not ever.

Rams QB Matthew Stafford has a swollen thumb after hitting it on a helmet during Monday's practice. NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reports X-rays on Stafford's thumb have come back negative. 

Is there any better combination of offensive and defensive stars than the Packers' pair of Aaron Rodgers and Jaire Alexander? Gil Brandt ranks the top 10 offensive-defensive duos heading into 2021.

Will the Cardinals fully exploit Isaiah Simmons' rare versatility in Year 2? Is Washington RB Antonio Gibson about to emerge as one of the NFL's best playmakers? Cynthia Frelund uses analytics to project the player who'll improve the most on each NFC team in 2021.

The reverberations from Cam Akers' torn Achilles in Los Angeles' locker room are still being felt. Matthew Stafford, though, is most concerned with how Akers' season-ending injury affects the second-year back himself.

There's never a shortage of offseason hype in Dallas, but Bucky Brooks provides three reasons why the Cowboys can indeed be Super Bowl contenders this season. Plus, the NFL's top five off-ball linebackers and the Rams' outlook following Cam Akers' injury.

Which NFL division has the best set of starting quarterbacks? The worst? It's time for Adam Schein's annual ranking, from No. 1 to No. 8, and the top two have something in common.

Will Matthew Stafford deliver for the Rams? Can a healthy Nick Bosa get the 49ers back on track? Adam Maya provides a training camp preview for the NFC West, with position battles and key players to watch across all four rosters.

What can NFL teams learn from the Tampa Bay Lightning's back-to-back Stanley Cup titles? Bucky Brooks identifies three key takeaways. Plus, the five most underrated players in the NFL and three potential trade fits for former first-rounder N'Keal Harry.

With both teams interested in acquiring QB Matthew Stafford this offseason, Rams coach Sean McVay and 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan recall key details surrounding a trade that happened while the NFC West rivals were in Mexico. 

NFL Network's Adam Rank shares his quarterback and wide receiver starts and sits for Week 2.

NFL Network's Brian Baldinger says Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford showcased "efficiency at the highest level" in Rams debut.

Watch the top plays of the week during Week 1 of the NFL 2021 season.

Next Gen Stats highlights some of the most impressive numbers and data from the top plays through Sunday of Week 1

NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah, Bucky Brooks and Rhett Lewis take a look at personnel around the league who made the best first impressions in Week 1.

Check out the Top 5 longest throws by air distance through Sunday from Week 1 of the 2021 NFL season, according to Next Gen Stats.

Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford addresses the media after his debut with the LA Rams.

Watch all of Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford's best passes in his Rams debut against the Chicago Bears in Week 1 of the 2021 NFL regular season.

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford connects with Tyler Higbee for 37-yard catch and run.

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford fires a third-down fastball to Rams wide receiver Robert Woods for a 19-yard pickup.

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford's second touchdown is a 56-yard strike to wide-open Rams receiver Cooper Kupp.

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford moves the chains with a fourth-down throw to Rams wide receiver Van Jefferson.

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford launches a 67-yard dime downfield to Rams wide receiver Van Jefferson for his first touchdown with the Rams.

NFL Network's Cynthia Frelund projects player stats for Week 1.

NFL Network's Kurt Warner shares his top three quarterback storylines heading into Week 1 of the NFL 2021 season.

Check out some of the most anticipated storylines entering Week 1.

All the key trades, transactions, news and information you'll need to get up to speed for the 2021 season.

The "Good Morning Football" crew highlights their sleeper picsk for 2021 NFL MVP award.

QB battles heat up across the league and first round rookies under center top the storylines to watch in Week 2 of the NFL preseason.

NFL Network's Kay Adams breaks down her top 12 fantasy QB rankings for the 2021 season.

The debuts of Trevor Lawrence and Justin Fields, the return of Tom Brady, and the rest of the top storylines to watch in preseason Week 1 of the 2021 NFL season.

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford explains how he's adjusting to head coach Sean McVay's offense with Rams.

NFL Network's Rich Eisen details how NFL quarterbacks have taken control of their own futures.

Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay addresses the media about quarterback Matthew Stafford.

NFL Network's Marc Ross and Jim Trotter discuss the Los Angeles Rams' running back situation after RB Cam Akers' season-ending injury.