Week 2 Best and Worst WR, TE Matchups: Parker Washington gets a promising matchup; Kendrick Bourne does not
Denny Carter breaks down the best and worst matchups for pass catchers headed into Week 2 of the 2026 NFL season.
Week 2 brought a mix of promising and challenging matchups for wide receivers in the slot and boundary positions. Slot WRs Emeka Egbuka and Chris Godwin are in good spots against the Cleveland Browns, who have struggled against slot receivers in their season opener. Meanwhile, the Indianapolis Colts' defense was exposed by the Baltimore Ravens, allowing six catches for 110 yards in the slot, with Lamar Jackson targeting the slot at a 36% rate.
On the boundary, the Denver Broncos' defense was exploited by Parker Washington, who had a diving catch for his first TD of the season against them. The Dallas Cowboys' secondary allowed a high completion rate to slot WRs in Week 1, so Stefon Diggs should fare well against them. However, the Seattle Seahawks' defense poses a challenge for ARIZONA's Kendrick Bourne, whose route rate and performance against them are questionable.
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