What happened: Davis was downgraded to out Saturday after entering the weekend as questionable. The change removes him from the Pittsburgh-New England matchup after New England spent the week monitoring his neck issue.

Why it matters: Losing a starting cornerback on the eve of Week 2 can force coverage changes and snap shuffling in the secondary. It also turns Friday's questionable tag into a confirmed game-day absence.

What to watch: Watch New England's inactive list and pregame defensive rotation for the corresponding adjustment. Davis' next practice status will show whether this remains a one-game absence.