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The first week of the NFL season gave fans plenty of surprises. While many stars delivered highlight performances, several unheralded players jumped into the spotlight.It will be no different in Week 2 as a young season provides players with opportunities to shine. Plenty of stars will deliver performances everyone expects, but lesser-known players will emerge and garner national attention for the first time.Here are 12 unheralded players set to step up in Week 2. Ian Thomas, tight end, Carolina PanthersThe loss of Greg Olsen for an extended period of time is a massive blow for Carolina’s offense. As the team looks to overcome the loss, fans should get excited about the opportunities coming Thomas’ way.A fourth-round pick in the 2018 NFL Draft, Thomas quickly drew the praise of Carolina’s coaching staff. While he didn’t produce extremely well in college, the 22-year-old is an example of the athletic pass catchers who can come into the NFL and thrive.Given the Panthers’ lack of weapons, there’s no reason to be
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