Player News Today — September 22, 2026

Big news in the NFL as injuries are starting to pile up - Giants quarterback Dart went down with a knee injury and was ruled out for Monday Night Football, while Colts running back Pierce is expected to miss several weeks, though his team is hopeful he'll be back on the field before the season is over. These kinds of setbacks can be especially tough for fantasy teams, which is why savvy players are already looking ahead to the waiver wire - with free agents like Schultz and Coleman available, there are some potential difference-makers out there.

The heat is also turning up - literally - with Nashville's turf temperature reaching a scorching 157 degrees and causing problems for players, including Eagles coach Sirianni, who had to get an IV to deal with the conditions. Meanwhile, fantasy players are still trying to get a handle on their teams after a wild Week 2, with some overreacting to early-season performances - could the Steelers really bench Russell Wilson? And with draft season still in full swing, experts like Greg Wyshynski are sharing their top picks - who should you be targeting in your league? We've got the inside scoop and more in today's edition of PlayerNews.

Today's signal:
• Giants QB Dart limps off field with knee injury, ruled out of MNF (espn.com)
• Sources: Colts' Pierce out several weeks; hoping to return this season (espn.com)
• Free agents: Schultz, Coleman highlight top options for Week 3 (espn.com)
• Nashville turf temp of 157 degrees melts cleats, sends Sirianni for IV (espn.com)
• Greg Wyshynski's cheat sheet: Top 10 players to take in every draft (espn.com)
• 👀 NFL Week 2 overreactions: Would Steelers bench Rodgers? (espn.com)