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Raiders | Fernando Mendoza struggles Thursday Fri Aug 21, 04:45 PM
Las Vegas Raiders QB Fernando Mendoza completed eight of his 15 passes for 86 yards and an interception that was returned for a touchdown during the preseason game against the Houston Texans Thursday, Aug. 20.
| Footballguys view: Mendoza's pick six was regrettable, but Klint Kubiak is still changing his tune about who the Week 1 quarterback will be, leaving it much more open than he did earlier in the summer. If you are going to draft a Raiders quarterback, it should be Mendoza, and we should project the offense with Mendoza playing most or all of the games. So far, it looks like that is no reason to be lower on the offense than we would be if it looked like Kirk Cousins was going to start a significant number of games. |
Chargers | Brief appearance for Justin Herbert Thu Aug 20, 10:38 PM
Los Angeles Chargers QB Justin Herbert completed one of his two passes for nine yards during the preseason game against the San Francisco 49ers Thursday, Aug. 20.
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49ers | Preseason action for Brock Purdy Thu Aug 20, 10:31 PM
San Francisco 49ers QB Brock Purdy completed four of his six passes for 29 yards and rushed once for three yards during the preseason game against the Los Angeles Chargers Thursday, Aug. 20.
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Texans | Short night for C.J. Stroud Thu Aug 20, 09:11 PM
Houston Texans QB C.J. Stroud completed four of his six passes for 27 yards during the preseason game against the Las Vegas Raiders Thursday, Aug. 20.
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Jets | Geno Smith set to play Thu Aug 20, 07:19 PM
New York Giants QB Geno Smith (ankle) is scheduled to be the starting quarterback for the preseason game Friday, Aug. 21, according to sources.
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Dolphins | Quinn Ewers progressing Thu Aug 20, 06:16 PM
Miami Dolphins QB Quinn Ewers (groin) was able to do some throwing Wednesday, Aug. 19, and is making progress in his recovery, according to head coach Jeff Hafley.
| Footballguys view: As the primary backup to Malik Willis, the Dolphins are going to be wisely cautious with Ewers. He was injured last Friday and is back throwing in less than a week. Groin injuries can be tricky, but it sounds like he should be ready to hold a clipboard and be "one play away" come Week 1. |
Cardinals | Carson Beck unlikely to be available Thu Aug 20, 05:13 PM
Arizona Cardinals QB Carson Beck (rib) is not expected to be available to play in the preseason game Saturday, Aug. 22.
Link to story Cardinals | No Jacoby Brissett for preseason game Thu Aug 20, 05:09 PM
Arizona Cardinals QB Jacoby Brissett will not play in the preseason game Saturday, Aug. 22, according to head coach Mike LaFleur.
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Chiefs | Patrick Mahomes to skip preseason game Thu Aug 20, 04:28 PM
Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes will not play in the preseason game Saturday, Aug. 22, according to head coach Andy Reid. QB Justin Fields will be the starting quarterback and will play into the second quarter.
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Lions | Jared Goff to sit out Saturday Thu Aug 20, 04:19 PM
Detroit Lions QB Jared Goff will not play in the preseason game Saturday, Aug. 22, according to head coach Dan Campbell. QB Josh Dobbs will start the game, and QB Luke Altmyer will also receive playing time.
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Bears | Tyson Bagent week-to-week Thu Aug 20, 04:03 PM
Chicago Bears QB Tyson Bagent (hamstring) is considered week-to-week because of a hamstring injury, according to head coach Ben Johnson.
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Raiders | Fernando Mendoza to play first half Thu Aug 20, 03:42 PM
Las Vegas Raiders QB Fernando Mendoza is set to play the first half of the team's second preseason game on Thursday, Aug. 20. QB Aidan O'Connell will play the second half.
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Vikings | J.J. McCarthy set to start second preseason game Thu Aug 20, 03:19 PM
Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy will 'more than likely' start the team's preseason game against the Baltimore Ravens, according to coach Kevin O'Connell.
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Bengals | Cincinnati to sit starters Thu Aug 20, 01:44 PM
Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor told reporters on Thursday, Aug. 20, that the team will sit their starters for their second preseason game.
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Dolphins | Miami works out a few players Wed Aug 19, 05:10 PM
Free-agent QB Kyron Drones (Packers), WR A.T. Perry (Steelers) and WR Brenden Rice (Packers) recently worked out for the Miami Dolphins.
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Jets | Geno Smith uncertain for Friday Wed Aug 19, 03:43 PM
New York Jets QB Geno Smith's (ankle) availability for the preseason game Friday, Aug. 21, is still uncertain at this point, according to head coach Aaron Glenn.
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Titans | Mitchell Trubisky able to return Wed Aug 19, 03:31 PM
Tennessee Titans QB Mitchell Trubisky (biceps) participated in practice Wednesday, Aug. 19.
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Broncos | Bo Nix to see limited work Friday Wed Aug 19, 02:39 PM
Denver Broncos QB Bo Nix is expected to play around 14 snaps during the preseason game Friday, Aug. 21, according to head coach Sean Payton.
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Steelers | Veteran QBs to sit out Friday Wed Aug 19, 01:19 PM
Pittsburgh Steelers QB Aaron Rodgers and QB Mason Rudolph will not play in the preseason game Friday, Aug. 21, according to head coach Mike McCarthy. QB Will Howard will start the game, while QB Drew Allar will also receive playing time.
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Vikings | Max Brosmer to do some work Wednesday Wed Aug 19, 01:14 PM
Minnesota Vikings QB Max Brosmer (wrist) is scheduled to throw some passes during practice Wednesday, Aug. 19, and his status for the preseason game Saturday, Aug. 22, is uncertain at this point.
Link to story Vikings | Max Brosmer dealing with wrist injury Tue Aug 18, 11:57 PM
Minnesota Vikings QB Max Brosmer (wrist) did not practice on Monday, Aug. 17, due to an injured right wrist. It's unclear if Brosmer will be available for the team's preseason game against the Baltimore Ravens on Saturday, Aug. 22.
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Cardinals | Carson Beck still sidelined Tue Aug 18, 08:40 PM
Arizona Cardinals QB Carson Beck (ribs) did not practice on Tuesday, Aug. 18.
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Broncos | Bo Nix set to play Friday Tue Aug 18, 08:29 PM
Denver Broncos QB Bo Nix (ankle) will play Friday against Green Bay, according to a Tuesday, Aug. 18 report from the Denver Gazette.
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Buccaneers | Baker Mayfield will play in Saturday's preseason game Mon Aug 17, 09:47 PM
Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield will reportedly play in the Buccaneers' second preseason game on Saturday against the Kansas City Chiefs, according to ESPN's Jenna Laine on Monday, Aug. 17.
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Jets | Geno Smith on field Monday Mon Aug 17, 04:44 PM
New York Jets QB Geno Smith (ankle) participated in practice Monday, Aug. 17, but appeared to be favoring his ankle during drills.
| Footballguys view: According to ESPN.com's Rich Cimini, Smith powered through the relatively light practice, though he did have one hiccup -- an overthrow that S Andre Cisco picked off in a two-minute drill. Coach Aaron Glenn acknowledged that Smith still is feeling the residual effects of the injury, adding, "I want to see exactly how he feels coming out of this practice to see how we're going to continue to move forward." We'll continue to watch for more. |
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Titans | Mitchell Trubisky dealing with injury Mon Aug 17, 02:26 PM
Tennessee Titans QB Mitchell Trubisky (biceps) is being evaluated for biceps injury, according to head coach Robert Saleh.
| Footballguys view: Reporters at the workout said that Trubisky grabbed his right arm after throwing a pass. Trubisky is currently the No. 2 quarterback on the depth chart behind Cam Ward. The veteran signed with the Titans as a free agent this offseason. Will Levis is the third quarterback on the roster and would be in line for more playing time if Trubisky is sidelined for a stretch. |
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Giants | NYG adding Jake Haener Mon Aug 17, 01:47 PM
Free-agent QB Jake Haener (Chiefs) agreed to terms with the New York Giants Monday, Aug. 17, according to a source. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
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Jaguars | Nick Mullens expected to sit this week Mon Aug 17, 01:22 PM
Jacksonville Jaguars QB Nick Mullens (undisclosed) is not expected to participate in practice this week, according to head coach Liam Coen.
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Commanders | Marcus Mariota to be ready for Week 1 Mon Aug 17, 12:51 AM
Washington Commanders QB Marcus Mariota (knee) is expected to be ready for the regular-season opener.
| Footballguys view: Mariota, in his third season with Washington, has been a valuable backup to Jayden Daniels. Mariota played in 11 games, including eight starts, last season, throwing for 1,695 yards, 10 touchdowns, and seven interceptions. He replaced an injured Daniels in two games in 2024, leading victories in both games -- including a game-winning pass at Dallas in the regular-season finale with two seconds remaining. So having him back at full health to open the season will be important. |
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Browns | Shedeur Sanders to start preseason game Sun Aug 16, 05:53 PM
Cleveland Browns QB Shedeur Sanders is expected to start and play the first half of the preseason game Saturday, Aug. 22, against the Buffalo Bills, head coach Todd Monken said.
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Cardinals | Carson Beck nursing minor rib issue Sun Aug 16, 05:28 PM
Arizona Cardinals QB Carson Beck (ribs) still has some discomfort in his ribs, but it isn't expected to be a long-term issue, according to head coach Mike LaFleur. 'He needs to heal a little more,' LaFleur said Sunday, Aug. 16.
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Browns | Shedeur Sanders, Deshaun Watson to split reps Sun Aug 16, 04:32 PM
Cleveland Browns QBs Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson will split first-team reps this week in a rotation. Head coach Todd Monken said Sunday, Aug. 16 that Sanders will work with the first team Monday and Wednesday, with Watson doing so Tuesday and Thursday. That will also allow both players to get first-team reps in joint practices with the Buffalo Bills ahead of the preseason game Saturday, Aug. 22.
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Rams | Ty Simpson dazzles in debut Sun Aug 16, 04:26 PM
Los Angeles Rams QB Ty Simpson completed 21 of his 25 passes for 190 yards and two touchdowns in the preseason game against the Kansas City Chiefs Saturday, Aug. 15.
| Footballguys view: There was nothing too challenging for Simpson in this game, but it was still great to see him throwing the ball accurately and on time in the context of this offense. If Simpson keeps this up, he could beat out Stetson Bennett to back up Matthew Stafford. |
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Browns | Deshaun Watson solid in start Sun Aug 16, 04:26 PM
Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson completed 11 of his 15 passes for 126 yards and rushed three times for four yards in the preseason game against the Chicago Bears Saturday, Aug. 15.
| Footballguys view: Watson's numbers look good, but he was the same shadow of the quarterback he used to be in reality. It's very difficult to predict who will win this competition, but not difficult to see that Watson is a backup quality quarterback at best at this point in his career. |
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Bills | Josh Allen shines Saturday Sun Aug 16, 04:26 PM
Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen completed six of his eight passes for 111 yards and a touchdown in the preseason game against the Carolina Panthers Saturday, Aug. 15.
| Footballguys view: If those numbers seem a bit aggressive for a preseason opener, you're not wrong. Allen came out and hooked up with new #1 receiver DJ Moore three times right away for 61 yards. Moore did get a little banged up, but Allen said that finding Moore early and often will be the plan every week (!), so don't let the injuries Moore and Keon Coleman (who caught Allen's touchdown on an extended play) dampen enthusiasm about this offense as a whole after it appears that it will be opened up under new head coach Joe Brady. |
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Giants | Jaxson Dart tosses TD Sun Aug 16, 04:26 PM
New York Giants QB Jaxson Dart completed three of his four passes for 26 yards and a touchdown during the preseason game against the Minnesota Vikings Saturday, Aug. 15.
| Footballguys view: Dart's touchdown came on a very impressive throw once he was flushed from the pocket. It was caught by third round pick Malachi Fields, who is having a great summer and could win a starting job. Dart also went to the medical tent to be checked for a concussion (after Tyrone Tracy Jr. whiffed on a pass block), and expressed confusion after the game as to why he ends up in the medical tent so often. Jameis Winston is the backup here, and we have to imagine that we will se him get some starts this season. That's actually not bad for the fantasy prospects of the offense. Winston shouldn't be on the waiver wire in dynasty superflex leagues. |
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Seahawks | Two key offensive players did not suit up Sun Aug 16, 04:26 PM
Seattle Seahawks QB Sam Darnold (coach's decision) and RB Jadarian Price (upper leg) did not play in Saturday's preseason game against the Dallas Cowboys on Saturday, Aug. 15.
| Footballguys view: Price's leg issue isn't serious, but the team said he would be only be out a matter of days more than a week ago. George Holani started and got extensive work in the first half, and he should be on your late round target watch list until we see Price return to practice. |
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Eagles | Andy Dalton, Tanner McKee battling for No. 2 job Sun Aug 16, 03:07 PM
Philadelphia Eagles QB Andy Dalton made the start in the preseason game Saturday, Aug. 15, against the Baltimore Ravens, completing 3-of-6 passes for 20 yards, while QB Tanner McKee completed 6-of-10 passes for 35 yards, and he was sacked once. 'I'll let the coaches decide (the backup job winner),' McKee said. 'My job is to go out and play when I'm put on the field, so how that's going, I'm going to put in the work, I'm going to do the extra stuff. I'm going to do everything to have my case of why I believe I should be the backup.'
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Dolphins | Quinn Ewers nursing groin injury Sun Aug 16, 02:12 PM
Miami Dolphins QB Quinn Ewers (groin) suffered a groin injury in the preseason game Friday, Aug. 14, against the Washington Commanders, according to a league source. Ewers struggled with his completion percentage in the game, and it was enough of a concern that the team re-signed QB Mark Gronowski.
| Footballguys view: Some thought Ewers was good enough late last season to push Malik Willis, or at least give the team an alternative if Willis struggled mightily in his first starting job. Now it's unsure if he'll be able to back up Willis up against the Raiders in Week 1. |
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Dolphins | Mark Gronowski, Cam Riley signed Sun Aug 16, 01:18 PM
Free-agent QB Mark Gronowski was re-signed by the Miami Dolphins on Sunday, Aug. 16, and the team also signed LB Cam Riley.
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Commanders | Marcus Mariota has sprained MCL Sun Aug 16, 11:19 AM
Updating previous reports, Washington Commanders QB Marcus Mariota (knee) sustained a sprained medial collateral ligament in the preseason game versus the Miami Dolphins Friday, Aug. 14. He is expected to miss the remainder of the preseason, according to multiple sources.
| Footballguys view: Given Jayden Daniels' injury history, this is a situation to watch. If the team is unsure about Mariota's status for Week 1, they are looking at 2024 UDFA Sam Hartman, who has been with the organization for a few years, or 2026 7th round pick Athan Kaliakmanis as the next men up. |
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Browns | Shedeur Sanders throws pick Saturday Sat Aug 15, 10:41 PM
Cleveland Browns QB Shedeur Sanders completed six of his 11 passes for 79 yards and an interception and rushed for three yards on two carries during the preseason game against the Chicago Bears Saturday, Aug. 15.
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Panthers | Short stint for Bryce Young Sat Aug 15, 09:47 PM
Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young completed three of his five passes for 18 yards during the preseason game against the Buffalo Bills Saturday, Aug. 15.
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Vikings | Quick showing for Kyler Murray Sat Aug 15, 08:47 PM
Minnesota Vikings QB Kyler Murray completed two of his three passes for 10 yards during the preseason game against the New York Giants Saturday, Aug. 15.
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Saints | Handful of Saints being evaluated for injuries Sat Aug 15, 07:53 PM
Updating a previous report, New Orleans Saints DT Christen Miller (shoulder) and RB Audric Estime (ankle) are being evaluated on the severity of their injuries, according to HC Kellen Moore on Saturday, Aug. 15. No further upside on WR Jordyn Tyson (hamstring) as the Saints are 'still in collection mode.' WR Bryce Lance (soreness) was available to play but was banged up in Thursday's practice.
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Cowboys | Sam Howell to get start in preseason opener Sat Aug 15, 06:35 PM
Dallas Cowboys QB Sam Howell is expected to be the starting quarterback for the Cowboys in their preseason opener against the Seahawks, according to The Athletic's Jon Machota on Saturday, Aug. 15. QB Joe Milton III is expected to play the entire second half, per Machota.
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Vikings | Two players banged up following first preseason game Sat Aug 15, 05:27 PM
Minnesota Vikings QB Max Brosmer (right thumb) and OT Caleb Tiernan (left ankle) both left the preseason game with their injuries, according to a source on Saturday, Aug. 15. Brosmer left after his hand got hit on his final throw of the third quarter.
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Browns | Shedeur Sanders to start second preseason game Sat Aug 15, 04:33 PM
Cleveland Browns QB Shedeur Sanders will start and play the first half in the Browns' second preseason game, according to Browns HC Todd Monken on Saturday, Aug. 15. Monken also said he will give both quarterbacks, including Browns QB Deshaun Watson, opportunities with the first-team offense.
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Packers | Kyron Drones released by GB Sat Aug 15, 04:12 PM
Green Bay Packers QB Kyron Drones has been released by the Packers, according to a source on Saturday, Aug. 15.
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Jets | Geno Smith considered day to day Sat Aug 15, 02:24 PM
Updating a previous report, New York Jets QB Geno Smith (foot) is considered day to day due to foot soreness which kept him out of the team's preseason opener Friday, Aug. 14, according to head coach Aaron Glenn.
| Footballguys view: Reports suggest the team is not concerned about Smith's foot injury, and it's speculated that if this were a regular-season game, he'd be a go. Smith has been pushing the ball to all three levels of the defense during training camp. He's a seasoned veteran who is a QB3 (QB29, 21.09) for Fantasy GMs in 12-team PPR leagues. |
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