Week 2 of the NFL season was a stark contrast to the opening week when there were fireworks around the league. This week was marked by strong defensive play for most teams, but that doesn’t mean that every Penn State player was stifled.
It was a mixed bag for the Nittany Lions players in the NFL, as some of them built on their strong start to the season, while others had a quieter day than normal. But overall, the alumni represented the school well, so let’s check on some of the biggest Penn State stars in the pros and how they fared in Week 2.
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Sep 20, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Parker Washington (11) makes a catch against the Denver Broncos in the first half at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
Game Stats: 7 catches, 98 yards
Sep 13, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers safety Jaquan Brisker (3) tackles Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson (7) during the third quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
Pat Friermuth game stats: 4 catches, 32 yards
Jaquan Brisker game stats: 6 tackles
Sep 20, 2026; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley (26) runs the ball during the third quarter at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images
Game Stats: 4 carries, 9 yards
Indianapolis Colts tight end Tyler Warren (84) celebrates after scoring a touchdown Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026, during a game against the Baltimore Ravens at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.
Game Stats: 6 catches, 21 yards, 1 touchdown
New York Giants linebacker Abdul Carter (3) wraps up Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) during a week one opening game between the New York Giants and Dallas Cowboys at Metlife Stadium on Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026, in East Rutherford, NJ.
Game Stats: 3 tackles, 1 sack
Sep 20, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) hands the ball off to wide receiver Chris Godwin Jr. (14) during the first quarter against the Cleveland Browns at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
Game Stats: 3 catches, 46 yards
San Francis 49ers — Ji’Ayir Brown
Jan 3, 2026; Santa Clara, California, USA; Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III (9) rushes the ball against San Francisco 49ers safety Ji’ayir Brown (27) during the second half at Levi’s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images
Game Stats: 12 tackles
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