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Jags Edge Bucs in Eye-Opening Jacksonville Practice
sports14 hours ago

Jags Edge Bucs in Eye-Opening Jacksonville Practice

A day-long joint practice in Jacksonville saw Trevor Lawrence and the Jaguars’ offense repeatedly carve up the Buccaneers’ defense, while Baker Mayfield and Tampa Bay’s offense struggled with a stalled run game and inconsistent protection. Still, the Bucs had bright spots with the return of Tristan Wirfs and Vita Vea, a standout performance from Ted Hurst, and some defensive stops as both teams prepare for Wednesday’s session and the Week 1 showdown against the Bengals.

Seahawks-Titans joint practice yields a mix of progress and questions
sports3 days ago

Seahawks-Titans joint practice yields a mix of progress and questions

Seattle and Tennessee staged a joint practice in Nashville that produced a mix of positives and teachable moments: the Titans staged a red-zone/2-minute emphasis and had some success, while Seattle’s defense earned sacks and a Ty Okada pick-6. coach Mike Macdonald called it a productive day with room to improve, and multiple players on both sides stood out as factors to watch in upcoming preseason games, though Jake Bobo’s long-term injury is a noted concern and others stepped up at receiver and in the backfield.

Seahawks push starters in Nashville joint practice with Titans
sports4 days ago

Seahawks push starters in Nashville joint practice with Titans

Seattle used a joint practice in Nashville to give its starters extended preseason reps, with Sam Darnold connecting on deep throws, Ty Okada returning a pick-six, and Seattle’s defense making key plays, while Tennessee showed moments of rhythm. The day included a serious knee injury to Jake Bobo and heat-related issues for Abe Lucas and Montorie Foster Jr., and Trevon Diggs practiced for the first time since signing. No fights occurred, and coaches emphasized productive reps as Seattle continues to define its identity ahead of the opener.

Seahawks’ Bobo leaves practice after scary right-leg injury against Titans
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Seahawks’ Bobo leaves practice after scary right-leg injury against Titans

During the Seahawks-Titans joint practice in Nashville, Jake Bobo was carted off with a right-leg injury described as 'bad-looking' by beat reporters, leaving the Seahawks to await a formal injury update from Mike Macdonald; Bobo, a fourth-year receiver and key special-teams contributor who had recently returned from a hamstring issue, had played in last week’s preseason game.

LT1 Battle, Red-Zone TDs Highlight Bears-Bengals Joint Practice
sports5 days ago

LT1 Battle, Red-Zone TDs Highlight Bears-Bengals Joint Practice

In the Bears-Bengals joint practice, Braxton Jones remains the likely LT1 with Theo Benedet lagging in pass protection, while Benedet’s struggles contributed to a rough finish for the Bears’ offense—no first-team completions in an 11-on-11 period and Caleb Williams being sacked twice by Myles Murphy (one for a safety). Dexter Lawrence disrupted the Bears’ protection, and Jaylon Johnson’s blanket coverage limited Ja’Marr Chase’s targets, though Chase still praised the corner afterward. Dillon Thieneman intercepted Joe Burrow, and the Bears found red-zone payoff with three TDs from Loveland, Davis, and Zavion Thomas; Stevenson and Smith returned to practice, and there were no serious injuries reported.

Vikings Defense Stifles Ravens in Day 2 Joint Practice
sports5 days ago

Vikings Defense Stifles Ravens in Day 2 Joint Practice

Day 2 of Vikings–Ravens joint practices ahead of Saturday’s preseason game saw Minnesota’s defense once again neutralize the Ravens, limiting deep plays and dominating late two-minute drills. Offensively, the Vikings showed gradual progress, with Murray hitting Jefferson and Jennings and engineering a late drive that ended in a 45-yard Will Reichard field goal to win the drill. J.J. McCarthy looked crisper but flirted with a potential pick-six, and Demond Claiborne added a 30-yard TD on the final play of the drive. Standouts on defense included Dallas Turner (multiple sacks) and a group of rising contributors like Caleb Banks, Eric Wilson, and Jay Ward, while Addison remained quiet. Overall, Minnesota appears to be improving on offense while maintaining strong defensive play as training camp continues.

Jones Leads Patriots in Eagles Joint Practice Day 2
sports5 days ago

Jones Leads Patriots in Eagles Joint Practice Day 2

Marcus Jones continued his standout training camp day with two more interceptions against Jalen Hurts, while A.J. Brown showcased his talent against the Patriots’ defense. Milton Williams and Cory Durden disrupted the line, Elijah Ponder generated pressure, and several young players flashed in a session that wrapped up two Eagles joint practices ahead of Saturday’s 7 p.m. preseason game at Gillette.

Dexter Lawrence Sparks Bengals’ Defensive Showcase in Bears Joint Practice
sports5 days ago

Dexter Lawrence Sparks Bengals’ Defensive Showcase in Bears Joint Practice

During Cincinnati’s joint practice with Chicago, Dexter Lawrence stood out for the Bengals with an interception off a tipped screen, then followed with pressure and a sack as Cincinnati’s defense dominated the day; Myles Murphy chipped in with sacks to stop a late two-minute drive, and Evan McPherson added a field goal to close a pair of scrimmages in the Bengals’ favor. Offensively, Joe Burrow and the line showed progress but stressed consistency, Tee Higgins had a productive day, and the Bengals still face depth questions at O-line and cornerback ahead of Saturday’s preseason game.

NFL Fines Cowboys and Saints $500K Each for Violent Joint Practice
sports5 days ago

NFL Fines Cowboys and Saints $500K Each for Violent Joint Practice

The NFL fined the Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints $500,000 each after a brawl-filled joint practice, with multiple fights between the offenses and defense and a standout incident involving Saints tight end Brock Rechsteiner. The league reviewed film to determine discipline, per coach comments, and acknowledged the discipline challenge of the session, which led to no preseason cancellation but highlighted heightened tempers in joint practices. The teams’ next preseason actions are unaffected for now, with games scheduled later in August.

Bears' Defense Stands Out, Offense Struggles in Bengals Joint Practice
sports5 days ago

Bears' Defense Stands Out, Offense Struggles in Bengals Joint Practice

In a joint practice with the Bengals ahead of preseason Week 2, the Bears’ defense showed life with returns from Terell Smith and Tyrique Stevenson and a second interception by Dillon Thieneman, while the offense lagged late due to o-line pressure (Theo Benedet allowed back-to-back sacks to Myles Murphy) and a Caleb Williams interception after a rough two-minute drill, though Williams had red-zone TDs earlier; there were a few scuffles and the session highlighted the Bears’ defense holding its own amid questions about the offense.