What's trending in the NFL: Brady endorses Trump and Jennings' apology to Eli

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Wednesday revealed why J.J. Watt's mom called him twice after Sunday's game, the secret behind Marcus Mariota's success in Week 1 and plenty more. Here's a look at the top stories: 

Top stories

• Tom Brady endorses Donald Trump for president
• Rashad Jennings: Sorry I threw Eli under the bus
• Even with an elite O-line, the Cowboys' running game looks slowed (By Matt Williamson)
• Week 2 position-by-position fantasy rankings
• Bruce Arians is surprised the Bears didn't hire him (By Jeff Dickerson)
• Rex Ryan: Only King Kong could cover Gronk one-on-one (By Mike Rodak)
• J.J. Watt's mom called twice to check on him after helmet-free sack (By Tania Ganguli)
• Using Oregon elements, the Titans are getting it right for Marcus Mariota (By Sam Monson)

Best stat

From ESPN Stats & Information: Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning has beaten the Kansas City Chiefs in eight consecutive games. A win on Thursday night in K.C. would give Manning the longest winning streak ever against the Chiefs.