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Rookies, QB battles and standout plays define Week 3 of the 2026 NFL preseason
sports16 days ago

Rookies, QB battles and standout plays define Week 3 of the 2026 NFL preseason

Thursday’s Week 3 preseason slate featured Skyler Bell’s standout Bills debut in a 28-27 win over the Steelers, Dillon Gabriel delivering three first-half TDs for the Browns in a 37-13 win over the Patriots, and a wave of QB evaluations across teams (Mendoza vs. Cousins for Vegas) ahead of Week 1. Justin Herbert connected on a 65-yard TD to Quentin Johnston for the Chargers, Ty Simpson impressed for the Rams, Kaelon Black and Raiders Mike Washington Jr. flashed in limited action, and several backups continued to push for roster spots. Overall, the night underscored rookies stepping up, ongoing quarterback battles, and playmakers shaping the regular-season outlook.

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#around-the-nfl#buffalo-bills#pittsburgh-steelers
Week 2 Preseason Takeaways: Ward’s Growth, Lock’s Command Drive Titans to 19–16 Win
sports20 days ago

Week 2 Preseason Takeaways: Ward’s Growth, Lock’s Command Drive Titans to 19–16 Win

Week 2 of the 2026 NFL preseason ended with the Titans defeating the Seahawks 19–16 as Cam Ward showed upside but struggled (8 of 12, 69 yards, no TDs), while Seattle’s Drew Lock piloted a clean opening-drive TD sequence, going 4-for-4 for 63 yards on that series. Undrafted Jacardia Wright sparked Seattle with a 69-yard TD run, and Titans defender Jeffery Simmons anchored the unit as rookie Anthony Hill Jr. added seven tackles and a late interception. Tennessee’s kicking game, led by Joey Slye with four field goals including a 55-yarder, supplied most of the scoring. The takeaway: Ward’s development continues, Lock looks like a reliable backup, Seattle’s depth at running back flashed, and Tennessee’s defense and special teams carried the day.

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#grant-gordon#nfl-preseason#seattle-seahawks
Mendoza's rough night, Woodaz’s big play and rookies steal the spotlight in Week 2 preseason
sports23 days ago

Mendoza's rough night, Woodaz’s big play and rookies steal the spotlight in Week 2 preseason

Week 2 of the 2026 NFL preseason delivered a mixed bag: the Raiders edged the Texans 22-20 as No. 1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza absorbed heavy pressure and threw an interception, while Houston’s defense and rookies Wade Woodaz and Kayden McDonald supplied splash plays. C.J. Stroud led a crisp opening drive for Houston, and Woody Marks emerged as a standout back. The 49ers beat the Chargers 41-17 with rookies De’Zhaun Stribling and Kaelon Black making impacts, and Jacob Cowing delivered an 83-yard punt-return TD. Meanwhile, the Chargers shuffled their line with Jake Slaughter filling in at center after Tyler Biadasz’s ACL injury.

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#houston-texans#las-vegas-raiders#los-angeles-chargers
Minicamps reveal ripple effects: Mahomes extension, WR reshuffles, and backfield bets
what-we-learned3 months ago

Minicamps reveal ripple effects: Mahomes extension, WR reshuffles, and backfield bets

Minicamps wrapped with Patrick Mahomes’ eight-year extension signaling a potential league-wide QB market shift, Philly reshaping its receiver room with rookies like Makai Lemon and Dontayvion Wicks, positive injury notes for Cam Skattebo who could boost the Giants’ backfield, Jadarian Price seizing starter reps for Seattle, and Jaylon Johnson showing signs of his peak form for the Bears as they rebuild their secondary.

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#kansas-city-chiefs#new-york-giants#patrick-mahomes