NFL Players of the Week: Brock Bowers & Bijan Robinson Highlight Week 3 Honors

Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers headlines the NFL’s weekly honors by claiming Player of the Week for Week 3 following a 35-27 victory over New Orleans, where he recorded 10 receptions for 116 yards and a touchdown. The league announced the conference award winners on Wednesday, highlighting standout performances across the AFC and NFC that ranged from rookie breakouts to veteran clutch plays.

Brock Bowers Makes Immediate Impact in Return

Brock Bowers wasted zero time making his presence felt in the Raiders’ offense. After missing early action, the third-year tight end returned to put up a statistical line against the Saints. His 10 catches for 116 yards and a score fueled the Las Vegas attack, earning him the first Player of the Week nod of his career.

Talanoa Hufanga Seals Broncos Comeback Win

Down by 16 points at halftime, the Broncos relied on a massive defensive surge from Hufanga, who finished with five tackles, three passes defensed, one tackle for loss, one quarterback hit, a sack of Matthew Stafford, and two interceptions. His first pick went back 66 yards for a touchdown, while his second interception came in the end zone to seal the victory.

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Bijan Robinson Carries Atlanta Past Green Bay

Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson continued his stellar campaign by tearing through the Green Bay Packers defense in a 35-14 victory. Robinson surpassed 200 yards for the third time in his career, churning out 194 rushing yards and two touchdowns on 29 carries while adding 19 receiving yards to open Atlanta’s win column.

Special Teams and Defensive Standouts Across the League

Baltimore Ravens kicker Tyler Loop secured Player of the Week honors by nailing both of his field-goal attempts, including the game-winner, and all four extra points in a 34-31 thriller against the Dallas Cowboys. Over in the NFC, Washington Commanders rookie linebacker Sonny Styles earned defensive honors after terrorizing the Seattle Seahawks in a 33-31 win with five tackles, two passes defensed, an interception, and a forced fumble. Meanwhile, Minnesota Vikings return specialist Myles Price took home special teams recognition by racking up 208 combined return yards and a punt-return touchdown in a 23-16 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.