Through three games, who deserves some serious R-E-S-P-E-C-T? Who's on the decline? And who sits atop the way-too-early MVP rankings? In this edition of The First Read, Jeffri Chadiha provides a snapshot of the hottest stories and trends heading into Week 4 of the 2023 NFL season.

Chargers head coach Brandon Staley is well known for his devil-may-care approach. It almost cost Los Angeles a 28-24 win Sunday against the Vikings. 

Which offensive playmakers will go off in a battle of winless teams in Minnesota? Can Baker Mayfield lead the Bucs to an upset over Philly? NFL Network analysts provide bold predictions for Week 3 of the 2023 season. 

Nine NFL teams remain winless in the 2023 season. Who has the most hope to turn things around before it's too late? Kevin Patra provides his rankings.

How high did the Commanders' Sam Howell climb in Nick Shook's QB1 rankings entering Week 3 of the 2023 NFL season? See the complete pecking order, 1-32.

The Los Angeles Chargers lost another heartbreaker, this time falling in OT to the Titans. Brandon Staley bristled at the notion his team's loss to the Jaguars in the playoffs has anything to do with this year's 0-2 start.

All but three players are on the move in Nick Shook's QB Index rankings heading into Week 2 of the 2023 NFL season. Check out the updated pecking order, 1-32.

Week 1 began with a thrilling upset ... and ended with an upsetting injury. So, in the grand scheme of the 2023 NFL season, which outcomes matter most? Adam Schein ranks the nine biggest developments.

With the 2023 NFL season upon us, Nick Shook ranks each team's quarterback, from 1 to 32, heading into Week 1. Is Jalen Hurts ready to build on a stellar 2022?

David Carr reveals his top 15 offensive player rankings -- a list that includes four teams with two players apiece -- heading into Week 1 of the 2023 NFL season. 

Which teams are making the biggest moves in Next Gen Stats analyst Keegan Abdoo's triplets rankings for 2023? Can any QB-RB-pass catcher trio dethrone the Cincinnati Bengals?

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 2023 season, NFL.com analysts predict every award winner.

How will fantasy football stars like Lamar Jackson and Austin Ekeler be impacted by the presence of new offensive play-callers? Michael F. Florio finds players whose fantasy stock could be boosted by new play-callers -- and those who could take a hit.

Every year, certain players completely take over fantasy leagues. Don't you wish you knew about these guys BEFORE the breakout? Michael F. Florio is here to help, providing top league winner candidates by position heading into the 2023 fantasy football season.

The 2023 regular season is just around the corner, and NFL Network has you covered with wall-to-wall training camp coverage each day starting at 10 a.m. ET.

It's that time of year again, when NFL players cast their votes to identify the best in the league heading into the 2023 NFL season. Which players joined Saquon Barkley and Christian McCaffrey from Nos. 40-31?

The 2023 NFL fantasy football season is upon us. Fantasy guru Adam Rank is here to help you prepare for your drafts by revealing his quarterback rankings and tiers.

Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert's massive payday provided him security to know his future is set. "I think I just get to play football now," he said Wednesday. 

Chargers QB Justin Herbert has signed a five-year, $262.5 million extension, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo reported. 

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How will the Justin Herbert-led Chargers bounce back from a playoff collapse? Adam Rank examines the state of the team heading into the 2023 NFL season.

New Chargers offensive coordinator Kellen Moore is excited to utilize quarterback Justin Herbert's decision making, as well as a group of tall pass catchers, to employ an aggressive offensive system in Los Angeles.

As Justin Herbert and the Chargers continue to work towards a contract extension for the QB, Herbert was asked Wednesday whether he could stage a hold-in during camp if the sides can't hammer out an extension, saying "We'll see."

Chargers head coach Brandon Staley on Monday described contract negotiations with Herbert as "ongoing" ahead of the team's annual golf charity event.

Can Steve Wilks help the 49ers' defense hold its spot at the top of the NFL? Will Kellen Moore get the most out of Justin Herbert in Los Angeles? Jeffri Chadiha identifies the five assistant coach hirings that will have the biggest impact on the 2023 NFL season.

Watch Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert's four most improbable completions from Week 3 of the 2023 NFL season, according to Next Gen Stats.

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert following first win of the 2023 NFL season, "Any time we can walk away with a win here, I think that's huge for our offense and defense."

Watch the best plays by the Los Angeles Chargers against the Minnesota Vikings in Week 3 of the 2023 NFL season.

Watch the best plays by Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert against the Minnesota Vikings in Week 3 of the 2023 NFL season.

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Josh Palmer catches a 30-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Justin Herbert.

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen catches a 25-yard pass from quarterback Justin Herbert.

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams catches a 35-yard pass from quarterback Justin Herbert.

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert completes a 1-yard touchdown pass tight end Donald Parham.

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Josh Palmer catches a 29-yard pass from quarterback Justin Herbert.

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert completes a 25-yard pass to wide receiver Keenan Allen.

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert completes a 3-yard touchdown pass to tight end Donald Parham vs. Minnesota Vikings.

NFL Network's Kurt Warner explains why Los Angeles Charger Justin Herbert and Minnesota Viking Kirk Cousins are the two NFL quarterbacks who are under the biggest spotlight in Week 3 of the 2023 season.

Watch all of Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert's best throws from 305-yard game vs. Tennessee Titans during Week 2 of the 2023 NFL season.

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert finds wide receiver Keenan Allen for second TD connection of game, giving Chargers the lead back early in fourth quarter.

Los Angeles Chargers tight end Gerald Everett is a tackle-breaking machine on 29-yard catch and run to conclude the third quarter.

Los Angeles Chargers tight end Stone Smartt high-points quarterback Justin Herbert's pass for 24-yard gain into Tennessee Titans territory.

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert recovers after losing the handle on the football in the pocket and uncorks an 8-yard TD pass to wide receiver Keenan Allen vs. the Tennessee Titans in Week 2, 2023.

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert dials launch codes for 42-yard gain to wide receiver Keenan Allen, setting up Chargers in the red zone.

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert hits a wide-open offensive tackle Trey Pipkins for two-point conversion to give Chargers 11-0 lead vs. Tennessee Titans.

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams eludes Tennessee Titans defender to convert fourth down via 20-yard catch and run to set up Chargers in the red zone.

Quarterback Justin Herbert finishes Los Angeles Chargers' long drive with QB sneak touchdown.

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert's first touchdown pass of '23 goes to tight end Donald Parham Jr.

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert unloads a 36-yard sideline dime to wide receiver Keenan Allen.

The "Good Morning Football" crew offers its preview for the quarterback matchup between Tua Tagovailoa and Justin Herbert in Sunday's Miami Dolphins-Los Angeles Chargers duel.

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport breaks down how the five-year, $275 million contract for quarterback Joe Burrow with the Cincinnati Bengals compares to other top-paid QBs across the league.