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Arizona Cardinals

QB: Sam Bradford and Josh Rosen had strong weeks of practice and played well against the Saints in the second preseason game. Bradford started, and was a perfect 6-for-6 for 61 yards, with completions to six different receivers. “One of the things in coach Mike McCoy’s offense is, the ball does get spread out,” Bradford said. “It goes to whoever is open. That’s kind of how I like it. It was good to see everyone get involved tonight.” Rosen took over and went 10-for-16 for 107 yards and a 13-yard touchdown to fellow rookie Christian Kirk. Although Bradford is the clear-cut starter for Week 1, even the veteran has noticed how good Rosen has been in his first NFL training camp. "[Rosen] looked pretty good to me," said Bradford. "I thought he did some really good things out there tonight. Arm talent-wise, I mean, he is just extremely talented. And some of the throws he made tonight, it's the same throws we watch him make in practice for the past three or four weeks. I thought he did a great job tonight."

RB: David Johnson is encouraged by ongoing contract extension talks and hasn't let it become a distraction on the field. “I think that’s what it is – I didn’t play,” Johnson said. “I didn’t play last year. I was hoping my production from my second year and what I did my first year would help out, but the NFL is what have you done for me lately, so hopefully, I can prove it once the season starts.” He started against the Saints and ran six times for 22 yards including a nine-yard touchdown. He's healthy and ready to handle a heavy workload. Backup Chase Edmonds only carried the ball twice for four yards against New Orleans. Running backs coach Kirby Wilson called Edmonds a “work in progress.” He said all the talent and tools are there, “He’s still trying to develop who he is and what kind of runner he’s going to be in this league,” Wilson said. “That takes a little time. He hasn’t had enough carries for that to present itself. But the more he gets the ball in his hands, he’ll find out what transfers from college to this level, what will work and what won’t work. He’ll be a good player for us.”

WR: The Saints game finally provided a spirited look at the ongoing battle for the No. 2 role opposite Larry Fitzgerald. Both Christian Kirk and Chad Williams played well with the first-team offense. Rookie Kirk led the team with four catches for 49 yards and a touchdown. Williams finished just behind Kirk with 44 yards on three catches. The coaching staff has been waiting for someone to make a splash at the position, and head coach Steve Wilks thinks they separated themselves from the rest of the receiving corps. “I definitely did,” Wilks said. “those guys did a great job.” Wilks previously called out Williams for a poor practice to close out camp, so the coach’s praise meant the world to him. “That’s exactly how I felt,” Williams said, “I can feel it from him. He holds us to such high accountability because he knows what we are capable of doing.”

TE: Ricky Seals-Jones may be a fantasy sleeper, but he’s yet to prove why in the preseason. Another quiet week of practice was capped with a forgettable game against New Orleans. Gabe Holmes started for the second consecutive week and caught two passes for 34 yards. Seals-Jones did play throughout the first half but was only targeted once, and the pass was batted away by a Saints defender. On a positive note, Seals-Jones has been working hard on his blocking in camp, and it showed on the key block to spring David Johnson for his touchdown. Jermaine Gresham remains out with an Achilles injury that sidelined him at the end of last season.

Defense: The defense has excelled in forcing turnovers; they have eight takeaways through two preseason games. The rush defense is another matter, as the Saints gained 183 yards on the ground. Wilks was understandably frustrated. “It was guys being undisciplined, not trusting in the defense, jumping out of their gaps, trying to do too much,” Wilks said. Defensive tackle Robert Nkemdiche re-aggravated his right foot injury early in the Saints game and didn’t return. His status is pending. Cornerback Ben Benwikere is pushing presumed starter Jamar Taylor with his aggressive, ball-hawking play of late.

K: The team might have a kicker controversy developing. Veteran Phil Dawson made a 41-yard kick and missed a 46-yarder, while rookie undrafted free agent Matt McCrane from Kansas State made a 53-yard kick. The Cardinals would save about $3 million by going with McCrane. The usage of the kickers in the third preseason game will be worth noting. Even if McCrane doesn’t come on to edge out Dawson, teams with kicker problems are likely taking note of his performance.

OL: The first-team line had a mixed performance against the Saints. David Johnson’s touchdown run was the highlight; he was stopped five yards short of the goal line, but the tight ends and line pushed him over. Otherwise, the line could not get much running room going against the Saints’ first-team defense and both D.J. Humphries and Andre Smith committed false starts. Rookie center Mason Cole is adjusting well to the starting role, but the coaches are protecting him with lots of help from the guards. Speaking of the guards, Mike Iupati and Justin Pugh are better-than-average, but the line in its entirety is a lower-tier unit.

Returners: Two weeks into the preseason, Christian Kirk has cemented his hold on the starting punt returner job. Running backs D.J. Foster and T.J. Logan are battling for a roster spot; whoever makes the team will likely figure prominently on kickoff returns.

Cardinals Depth Chart QB: Sam Bradford, Josh Rosen, Mike Glennon RB: David Johnson, Chase Edmonds, T.J. Logan, D.J. Foster

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(KR), Sherman Badie FB: Derrick Coleman, Elijhaa Penny WR: Larry Fitzgerald, Christian Kirk (KR/PR), Chad Williams, Brice Butler (inj), J.J. Nelson, Carlton Agudosi, Trent Sherfield, Jalen Tolliver, C.J. Duncan, Corey Willis, Greg Little TE: Ricky Seals-Jones, Jermaine Gresham (inj), Gabe Holmes, Bryce Williams LT: DJ Humphries, John Wetzel, Will Holden LG: Mike Iupati C: Mason Cole, Daniel Munyer, Max Tuerk, A.Q. Shipley (IR) RG: Justin Pugh, Evan Boehm RT: Andre Smith, Korey Cunningham K: Phil Dawson DT: Corey Peters (NT), Rodney Gunter, Robert Nkemdiche, Olsen Pierre, Pasoni Tasini DE: Chandler Jones, Markus Golden, Bryson Albright, Vontarrius Dora, Moubarak Djeri, Peli Anau MLB: Scooby Wright, Haason Reddick, Josh Bynes (S), Gabe Martin, Gerald Hodges OLB: Deone Bucannon (W), Edmond Robinson, Jeremy Cash, Praise Martin-Oguike CB: Patrick Peterson (PR), Jamar Taylor, Brandon Williams, Bene Benwikere, Chris Campbell, Louis Young, Jonathan Moxey, Jarell Carter S: Budda Baker, Antoine Bethea, Tre Boston, Rudy Ford Coaches: Head Coach: Steven Wilks, Off Coord: Mike McCoy, QB Coach: Byron Leftwich, RB Coach: Kirby Wilson, WR Coach: Kevin Garver, TE Coach: Jason Michael, OL Coach: Ray Brown, SpecTm Coach: Jeff Rodgers, Def Coord: Al Holcomb, DL Coach: Don Johnson, LB Coach: Larry Foote, DB Coach: David Merritt

Atlanta Falcons

QB: Matt Ryan and Matt Schaub are entrenched as the No. 1 and No. 2 quarterbacks. The staff spent weeks emphasizing red zone play, and both quarterbacks appeared sharp in those situations against the Chiefs. Ryan spearheaded a 65-yard drive on seven plays that culminated in a play-action touchdown pass to Austin Hooper to end the first possession of the game. It’s essential that Ryan and Hooper hooked up in this area of the field during game conditions against the Chiefs’ starters because their chemistry has been a recurring topic all spring and summer. The offense was perfectly balanced on the opening drive, with 32 yards rushing and 33 yards passing. Establishing the run to set up the pass has been a central part of the offense and will remain that way throughout the season. Schaub threw a touchdown to rookie Calvin Ridley as part of its ‘Plan D’ program. Ridley worked on the same side of the field as reserve tight end Eric Saubert and ran a hitch underneath Saubert’s clear-out into the end zone. During the regular season, look for the receiver aligned next to Hooper to earn the benefit of this variation of a rub route whereas Hooper will often earn targets in the red zone from play-action in run sets. Matt Ryan worked with his receivers on these routes in practice this week. Coordinator Steve Sarkisian endured

persistent criticism for his play-calling last year but hopes a year of familiarity in the role will turn things around. Sarkisian called the offense from the sidelines in both preseason games and placed Greg Knapp in the booth to coordinate with Sarkisian. Head coach Dan Quinn believes Knapp will “be an asset in providing information to Sarkisian in real-time from his vantage point.” It will take a disaster for rookie Kurt Benkert to earn playing time but Quinn is excited about the quarterback’s long-term potential. “I keep seeing the arrow going up,” Quinn said. “I’ve always liked that he has a good deep ball, and that was something he had at the University of Virginia. He does a good job of taking care of the ball; that was one of the things coming in that I think he’s worked on.” Atlanta hasn’t carried three quarterbacks into the season for some years. Benkert is a long shot for the 53-man roster, but it’s not entirely out of the question.

RB: There’s nothing new to report about Devonta Freeman and Tevin Coleman. Ito Smith hasn’t been productive in game settings, but the team likes his quickness. Malik Williams has shown off physicality and receiving skills that could make him a dark horse for a roster spot.

WR: Beyond the routine ‘Plan D’ sessions to enhance red zone communication with a variety of routes that the starters run, there’s nothing new to report about Julio Jones and Mohamed Sanu. Calvin Ridley will have a significant role in the offense, but there’s a growing possibility that he’ll also be the starting kick returner.

TE: Austin Hooper described ‘Plan D’ as “an extension of practice” to work on routes that he didn’t get to work on with Matt Ryan during the regular part of practice. Eric Saubert is also part of the group spending time with Ryan in the red zone working on the smaller details that aren’t the focus of practice.

Defense: Second-year safety Damontae Kazee has authored big plays in both preseason games, and it’s consistent with the overall improvement he’s shown throughout the offseason. This week, he intercepted Patrick Mahomes on a deep route. The defense is also working together after practice, and safety Ricardo Allen expects this to be a regular part of their preparation throughout the year.K: It isn’t time to shake up kicker draft rankings yet, but Matt Bryant, being drafted in almost every league, often as a top-five kicker, still hasn’t played yet in the preseason. His injury has been deemed minor, but it is still undisclosed. Head coach Dan Quinn said Bryant was a game-time decision for the second preseason game and had kicked 15 times in practice last Wednesday. As long as we see Bryant in the third or fourth preseason game, there should be no reason to worry. Rookie free agent David Marvin missed a 42-yard kick on his only field goal attempt while filling in for Bryant.

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OL: Brandon Fusco got the start at right guard against the Chiefs. The starters found success running the ball while Fusco was in the game, opening big holes for Tevin Coleman to exploit. Left guard Andy Levitre did a good job getting to the second level. Wes Schweitzer, who looked dominant in second-team action, has been alternating days with the first team at right guard and it will be interesting to see whether Fusco or Schweitzer get the nod for the third preseason game. The line boasts elite talent in center Alex Mack and right tackle Ryan Schraeder, which contributes to the unit’s top-tier status, regardless of who lines up at right guard.

Returners: Special teams coordinator Keith Armstrong isn’t going to decide on the returner position until after the final preseason game. However, after Calvin Ridley made some quality returns, head coach Dan Quinn wasn't ready to rule out playing the prized rookie receiver on special teams. "He’s definitely going to a have a significant role on offense, but his role also is to create explosive plays, and if that’s either way, we would certainly consider that," said Quinn.

Falcons Depth Chart QB: Matt Ryan, Matt Schaub, Garrett Grayson, Kurt Benkert RB: Devonta Freeman, Tevin Coleman, Ito Smith, Justin Crawford, Terrence Magee, Malik Williams FB: Jalston Fowler, Ricky Ortiz WR: Julio Jones, Mohamed Sanu, Calvin Ridley, Justin Hardy, Russell Gage, Marvin Hall, Nick Williams (RFA), Deante Burton, Reggie Davis, Dontez Byrd, Devin Gray, Christian Blake, Colby Pearson, Lamar Jordan, Julian Williams TE: Austin Hooper, Logan Paulsen, Eric Saubert, Alex Gray, Troy Mangen, Jaeden Graham LT: Jake Matthews, Austin Pasztor LG: Andy Levitre, Sean Harlow C: Alex Mack, Ben Garland RG: Wes Schweitzer, Brandon Fusco RT: Ryan Schraeder, Ty Sambrailo K: Matt Bryant, David Malvin DT: Grady Jarrett (NT), Terrell McClain, Jack Crawford, Deadrin Senat, Garrison Smith DE: Vic Beasley, Brooks Reed, Takkarist McKinley, Derrick Shelby, J′terius Jones, Anthony Wimbush MLB: Deion Jones OLB: De′Vondre Campbell (W), Duke Riley (S), Foye Oluokun, Anthony Wimbush, Richard Jarvis, Emmanuel Smith, Emmanuel Ellerbee CB: Desmond Trufant, Robert Alford, Brian Poole, Isaiah Oliver, Justin Bethel, Blidi Wreh-Wilson S: Keanu Neal (SS), Ricardo Allen (FS), Damontae Kazee, Ron Parker, Kemal Ishmael, Marcelis Branch, Tyson Graham, Chris Lammons, Secdrick Cooper Coaches: Head Coach: Dan Quinn, Off Coord: Steve Sarkisian, QB Coach: Greg Knapp, RB Coach: Bernie Parmalee, WR Coach: Raheem Morris, TE Coach: Wade Harman, OL Coach: Chris Morgan, SpecTm Coach: Keith Armstrong, Def Coord: Marquand Manuel, DL Coach: Brian Young, LB Coach: Jeff Ulbrich, DB Coach: Doug Mallory

Baltimore Ravens

QB: Joe Flacco has been throwing the ball “as well as – if not better than – we’ve seen in a long time,” per Ravens.com. His renewed health and inspired play, along with Lamar Jackson’s athleticism and excitement have been the stories of camp. However, Robert Griffin III’s play will make the roster cut-down process difficult. His strong camp, combined with Jackson’s understandably slow development, could mean keeping three quarterbacks, which isn’t something the Ravens have done historically. Flacco was sharp on Monday Night Football, completing 7-of-9 passes for 72 yards and a perfectly thrown touchdown to John Brown. Lamar Jackson also threw a touchdown but struggled otherwise. He completed just 7-of-15 passes for 49 yards, although he made plays with his legs (26 yards on four rushes).

RB: Alex Collins was held out against the Colts, but is the clear-cut starter. Javorius Allen will probably be the primary third-down receiver, but Collins has been working on his receiving. Flacco said, “[Collins] obviously going to be able to run by some guys out of the backfield when he might be the primary or the second-type guy. You’re going to be able to throw some screens to him and things like that…I think he’ll turn his game to another level.” Kenneth Dixon has been unremarkable in camp. He’s probably not in danger of losing his roster spot, but he’s practicing through injury, which suggests he knows he has work to do. Coach Harbaugh was eager to see Dixon in a game situation, and the veteran answer the call against the Colts with 56 yards on nine touches.

WR: Michael Crabtree, John Brown, and Willie Snead have all put in extra work with Flacco throughout the preseason, and it’s starting to show. The buzz around John Brown continues to build, thanks in part to a dazzling 7-yard touchdown from Flacco on Monday Night. Harbaugh said it best, “he likes to make a big play every day.” Michael Crabtree caught a 29-yarder against the Colts and remains the best bet to lead the Ravens in catches regardless of how well Brown performs.

TE: Darren Waller returned from suspension last week and has made a “play or two” in every practice. The coaching staff has tough decisions to make at the position. Rookies Hayden Hurst and Mark Andrews are locks, and Nick Boyle should be safe because he’s the best blocker on the roster. Maxx Williams could be the odd ma out. Ravens.com thinks Hurst could lead the team in catches.

Defense: The defense hasn’t been under the microscope like the offense, which isn’t necessarily a bad thing. The unit is talented and healthy. Young players are emerging to complement the battle-tested

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veterans. Terrell Suggs predicts second-year lineman Willie Henry will be the defense’s breakout player. The front seven is full of emerging players: Tyus Bowser, Tim Williams, and Matthew Judon. The secondary, by contrast, is laden with experienced veterans: Eric Weddle, Jimmy Smith, Brandon Carr, and Tony Jefferson. Marlon Humphrey is progressing well in his second season. In joint practices, he “matched up well” against T.Y. Hilton.

OL: The offensive line had a scare against the Colts when starting left tackle Ronnie Stanley was forced from the game with a knee sprain. Greg Senat, the sixth round rookie from Wagner, took Stanley's place and did a decent job in replacement. While the team could move James Hurst or Orlando Brown over to the left side, it is more likely these two will keep battling it out at right tackle. The next day, the team sounded hopeful Stanley could be ready for Week 1, but he is a key starter and his situation bears further observation. The Ravens' offensive line grades as a mid-tier option headed into the season.

Returners: Janarion Grant has continued to make dazzling plays on special teams, as well as committing a few rookie errors, such as a taunting penalty that drew the ire of his coaches. Tim White, who has missed time to injury, remains the most likely candidate to open the season as the returner, but Grant still has several more weeks to make things interesting.

Ravens Depth Chart QB: Joe Flacco, Lamar Jackson, Robert Griffin III, Josh Woodrum RB: Alex Collins, Javorius Allen (3RB), Kenneth Dixon (3RB), De′Lance Turner, Gus Edwards, Mark Thompson FB: Patrick Ricard, Christopher Ezeala WR: Michael Crabtree, John Brown, Willie Snead, Chris Moore, Breshad Perriman, Tim White (KR/PR), Jordan Lasley, Jaleel Scott, Janarion Grant (KR/PR), DeVier Posey, Jaelon Acklin, Andre Levrone, Quincy Adeboyejo (inj) TE: Hayden Hurst, Mark Andrews, Nick Boyle, Maxx Williams, Darren Waller, Vince Mayle, Nick Keizer LT: Ronnie Stanley, Dieugot Joseph LG: Alex Lewis, Nico Siragusa C: Matt Skura RG: Marshal Yanda, Jermaine Eluemunor RT: James Hurst, Orlando Brown K: Justin Tucker NT: Brandon Williams, Michael Pierce (NT), Chris Wormley, Christian LaCouture DE: Brent Urban, Willie Henry, Carl Davis (DT), Bronson Kaufusi, Zach Sieler, Myles Humphrey ILB: C.J. Mosley (M), Patrick Onwuasor (W), Albert McClellan, Kenny Young, Bam Bradley, Alvin Jones, Chris Board OLB: Terrell Suggs, Matt Judon (S), Tyus Bowser, Kamalei Correa (W), Za′Darius Smith, Tim Williams CB: Jimmy Smith (inj), Brandon Carr, Marlon Humphrey, Tavon Young, Anthony Averett, Maurice Canady, Stanley Jean-Baptiste, Darious Williams, Jaylen Hill (inj), Jackson Porter

S: Eric Weddle (FS), Tony Jefferson (SS), Anthony Levine (FS/CB), Chuck Clark, Kai Nacua, Bennett Jackson, DeShon Elliott Coaches: Head Coach: John Harbaugh, Off Coord: Marty Mornhinweg, RB Coach: Thomas Hammock, WR Coach: Bobby Engram, TE Coach: Greg Roman, OL Coach: Joe DAlessandris, SpecTm Coach: Jerry Rosburg, Def Coord: Don Martindale, DL Coach: Joe Cullen, LB Coach: Mike Macdonald, DB Coach: Chris Hewitt

Buffalo Bills

QB: AJ McCarron had a miserable start against the Browns on Friday night in a nationally televised game. The team had four straight three-and-outs with him under center before he left with an injury. Initially diagnosed as a broken collarbone, a second opinion offers a less severe diagnosis. Either way, he’ll miss some time and may have lost his chance at the starting role thanks to rookie Josh Allen’s strong play through two preseason games. Allen, who earned time with the second-team offense in practice last week, provided a spark when he came into the game and drove downfield for a touchdown. His touchdown throw was a highlight of the game as he calmly evaded the blitz and waited patiently in the pocket for Rod Streater to break free in the back of the end zone. The hype is starting to build around Allen, and he’s earned a chance to start the third preseason game. Nathan Peterman played well with the third-string offense to follow up his impressive start a week ago. He’s the safe choice as a Week 1 starter with McCarron hurt, but Allen is the more exciting choice.

RB: LeSean McCoy started and played 13 snaps against the Browns but had no running room. Camp reports have been universally positive about McCoy, but there are still lingering doubts about whether he’ll be available to play all season pending the legal situation with his ex-girlfriend. Chris Ivory remains entrenched as the backup and only saw four snaps in the game. That created an opening for Marcus Murphy, who entered the game with Josh Allen and ripped off two big runs on the drive to help the team get into the end zone. The former Saints draft pick has been the star of training camp and is making a strong claim for the No. 3 spot on the depth chart. His main competition, Travaris Cadet, likely offers more skill as a receiver but was only able to gain eight yards on five carries. Keith Ford handled the bulk of the carries in the second half and is a candidate for the practice squad.

WR: After recently returning to full-contact practice, Zay Jones started against the Browns, so the team has high hopes for him. He caught his only target for five yards and needs more time to get back up to speed. Kelvin Benjamin figures to be the primary target as long as he’s healthy, but he had trouble gaining separation against

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the Browns and only caught one of three targets for a small gain. Surprisingly, Jeremy Kerley appears to be locked in as the team’s primary slot receiver, although he hasn’t stood out of late. Corey Coleman had a quiet debut as he acclimates to his new surroundings, but his deep speed adds a needed dimension to this group. Rod Streater continues to make plays when given the opportunity as he pulled down the touchdown pass from Allen, but his age (30) may hurt his chances of making the team.

TE: Charles Clay is an intriguing fantasy option since the tight end position figures to be much more of a focal point this year than it has been in the past. We saw that against the Browns as the Bills tight ends combined for 103 yards on eight receptions. Khari Lee is the team’s best blocking tight end and hauled in three catches from Allen on his first drive. Later on, Nick O’Leary was the primary target for Peterman and finished with 70 yards including a 35-yard touchdown to seal the win. The fact that O’Leary was out there with the third-string offense indicates players like Logan Thomas and Jason Croom are pushing him for a roster spot.

Defense: The upgraded defense was no match for the Browns running game as they gave up 97 yards on the ground in the first quarter. Young linebackers Matt Milano and Tremaine Edmunds had trouble reading the play and were caught out of position. That’s particularly troubling for Milano, who hasn’t had a great camp and could be passed over by a veteran like Ramon Humber or Keenan Robinson who was signed a couple of weeks ago. Defensive tackle Kyle Williams suffered a knee injury in the second quarter, but initial reports said it was not an ACL tear and sounded hopeful that he would not be out for long. Defensive end Trent Murphy has also missed a lot of time in camp with a nagging groin injury, which has helped create an opportunity for Shaq Lawson. Rookie Taron Johnson worked with the starters as the nickel back ahead of Phillip Gaines and took advantage of the opportunity.

OL: The coaches replaced center Ryan Groy with Russell Bodine for the second preseason game, as the two continue to battle back and forth to replace Eric Wood. The results weren’t good, as Bodine struggled against the Browns starting defensive front. Groy may have won the job by default. Bodine and left guard Vlad Ducasse had a miscommunication which resulted in a nasty hit on quarterback AJ McCarron. Left tackle Dion Dawkins had a horrendous evening, too, getting beat by defensive end Myles Garrett more than once. It’s not clear which hit broke McCarron’s collarbone, but rookie quarterback Josh Allen entered the game and troublingly faced the same punishment. The line is better with Ryan Groy at center than Bodine, but either way, it’s a lower-tier group.

Returners: The coaches have given little indication who

will enter the season as the starting returner, but a 39-yard punt return by running back Marcus Murphy in the team's second preseason game might have brought some clarity. Murphy was once battling for a roster spot, but consistently strong play through camp and the preseason has made his position less precarious.

Bills Depth Chart QB: AJ McCarron (inj), Josh Allen, Nathan Peterman RB: LeSean McCoy, Chris Ivory, Taiwan Jones, Travaris Cadet, Marcus Murphy (PR), Aaron Green FB: Patrick DiMarco WR: Kelvin Benjamin, Corey Coleman, Zay Jones (inj), Jeremy Kerley, Andre Holmes, Rod Streator, Ray-Ray McCloud, Malachi Dupre, Austin Proehl, Robert Foster, Kaelin Clay (KR), Brandon Reilly, Cam Phillips TE: Charles Clay, Nick O′Leary, Logan Thomas (inj), Khari Lee, Jason Croom, Keith Towbridge LT: Dion Dawkins, Marshall Newhouse LG: Vlad Ducasse, Adam Redmond C: Ryan Groy, Russell Bodine RG: John Miller, Wyatt Teller RT: Jordan Mills, Conor McDermott K: Stephen Hauschka DT: Star Lotulelei, Kyle Williams (inj), Adolphus Washington, Harrison Phillips, Ricky Hatley, Deandre Coleman, Tyrunn Walker DE: Jerry Hughes, Trent Murphy, Shaq Lawson, Eddie Yarbrough, Terrence Fede, Marquavius Lewis, Mat Boesen, Owa Odighizuwa MLB: Tremaine Edmunds, Ramon Humber, Tanner Vallejo OLB: Lorenzo Alexander (S), Julian Stanford, Matt Milano, Keenan Robinson, Xavier Woodson-Luster, Deon Lacey CB: Tre′Davious White, Vontae Davis, Philip Gaines, Greg Mabin, Taron Johnson, Siran Neal, Lafayette Pitts, Levi Wallace, Ryan Carter, Breon Borders S: Micah Hyde (SS)(PR), Jordan Poyer (FS), Rafael Bush, L.J. McCray, Kelcie McCray, Dean Marlowe Coaches: Head Coach: Sean McDermott, Off Coord: Brian Daboll, QB Coach: David Culley, RB Coach: Kelly Skipper, WR Coach: Terry Robiskie, TE Coach: Rob Boras, OL Coach: Juan Castillo, SpecTm Coach: Danny Crossman, Def Coord: Leslie Frazier, DL Coach: Bill Teerlinck, LB Coach: Bobby Babich, DB Coach: John Butler

Carolina Panthers

QB: Cam Newton went the entire first week of training camp without an interception. Unfortunately, the end of camp didn’t go as well. Newton’s final few days of camp were filled with interceptions, including a mind-numbing three picks in a 13-minute span on the last day. Against the Dolphins, Newton had ups and downs. He completed 9-of-12 passes for 89 yards with a touchdown, but he was sacked twice, fumbled and threw an interception. Poor line play contributed to his uneven game, but Newton is to blame, too. The veteran starter came away “somewhat dissatisfied.” Newton remarked, “We have

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to be more effective and efficient.” Garrett Gilbert and Taylor Heinicke have taken turns running the second-team offense in practices, but Heinicke was the No. 2 against the Dolphins. He had an uninspiring night, completing 5-of-9 attempts for 88 yards and an interception. Gilbert’s outing was even worse. He finished with 23 yards on three completions in five attempts. The backup role remains up for grabs.

RB: When head coach Ron Rivera said he wanted Christian McCaffrey to get 25 to 30 touches per game, most people laughed. Hyperbole said, it’s clear Rivera’s underlying intention – to make McCaffrey the offensive centerpiece – was real. The second-year tailback touched ran the ball five times for 92 yards, including a 71-yard breakaway touchdown. He also caught the ball four times for 28 yards. It was arguably the most impressive performance of the preseason, league-wide. C.J. Anderson didn’t touch the ball until the fifth drive but ran well once he replaced McCaffrey. Anderson ended the night with 39 yards on eight carries. Cameron Artis-Payne played more this week and scored a touchdown in the fourth quarter.

WR: Ever since he came back from injury, Curtis Samuel has seemed determined to make up for lost time. He certainly excited teammate James Bradberry, who stated, “I think he’s taken a leap in his second year. We all know he’s explosive, but he was really attacking the ball in camp.” That explosiveness was on full display in the contest against the Dolphins. He caught two passes for 65 yards, including one that he had to leap up and spin around in mid-air to catch over the defender’s head. For weeks, D.J. Moore has exuded confidence and backed it up with big plays on a daily basis. His practice play didn’t translate into the preseason game; he failed to catch any of his targets. But his quiet night shouldn’t put a damper on his prospects for this year and beyond. Devin Funchess has a history of strong camps that don’t translate to consistent play in regular games. Perhaps the opposite will be true this year, as Funchess was minimally involved versus Miami, finishing the night with just one catch for a 13-yard gain.

TE: Greg Olsen only caught one of three targets against Miami, but he’s caught nearly everything thrown his way throughout training camp. He remains Newton’s most trusted target. Rookie Ian Thomas is opening eyes, too. With Chris Manhertz rehabbing, Thomas has been asked to do a lot more than a rookie normally would, and he has risen to the occasion. He has surprising speed for his size (6-foot-5, 248 pounds) and has made strides over the last few weeks with his consistency. Thomas is proving a quick study and was rewarded with a starting nod alongside Olsen in the Dolphins game. His well-timed block helped open up a gap for McCaffrey’s 71-yard touchdown. Later, Thomas caught a pass, angled for the sideline, and poured on the fuel to beat a Dolphins defender to the end zone. “They ran a mesh,

and they ran with the over guy and left me open. I saw green grass, so I ran fast,” Thomas said afterward.

Defense: Donte Jackson may be a rookie, but you can hardly tell. When asked who has stood out so far, defensive leader Luke Kuechly and veteran receiver Torrey Smith both named Jackson. Smith marveled at how much Jackson has improved: “He’s probably grown more than any player I’ve ever seen over the course of an offseason.” Rivera has not officially given Jackson the starting role opposite Bradberry, but the head coach is more comfortable with the secondary than he has been over the last two years. Jackson got the start against the Dolphins and had a key stop on a third down, forcing the punt. Corn Elder is fighting for a roster spot and made two great plays. He used his basketball background to get high and tip a Dolphins ball twice, showing not just great athleticism but also concentration when he came down with the interception. Shaq Thompson continues to play well, adding another interception to his preseason tally. Julius Peppers continues working on the sideline and will play in the preseason, according to Rivera.

OL: The line had a mixed performance against Miami. It was good to see center Ryan Kalil back in action, and the run blocking opened up huge holes. Right guard Trai Turner mauled Dolphins defender and left guard Greg Van Roten threw a vicious trap block to spring running back Christian McCafferty on a 71-yard touchdown. Right tackle Taylor Moton looks more like a real starter each week. However, left tackle Matt Kalil had a rough night; he was beaten for two sacks and a quarterback pressure. Kalil missed practice on Sunday with what coaches implied was a veteran’s day off, but now he’s considered week-to-week. Jeremiah Sirles saw his first game action of the preseason, at both right guard and right tackle with the second team. The unit can be dominant, but they can’t afford to lose another veteran like Kalil. Until the group gains more consistency, it deserves no more than a middle-of-the-pack ranking.

Returners: Like many teams, Carolina's return situation probably won't be settled until final cuts, with the job going to whoever is still on the roster. Right now Damiere Byrd and Kenjon Barner are both on the bubble, but Byrd is probably more likely to stick on the 53-man roster.

Panthers Depth Chart QB: Cam Newton, Garrett Gilbert, Taylor Heinicke, Kyle Allen RB: Christian McCaffrey (3RB), C.J. Anderson (SD), Cameron Artis-Payne, Elijah Hood, Fozzy Whittaker (IR) FB: Alex Armah WR: Devin Funchess, D.J. Moore, Torrey Smith, Jarius Wright, Curtis Samuel, Damiere Byrd, Fred Ross, Austin Duke, Rasheed Bailey, Mose Frazier, Jamaal Jones, Bug Howard TE: Greg Olsen, Ian Thomas, Chris Manhertz (inj), Scott Simonson (RFA), Evan Baylis LT: Matt Kalil

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LG: Greg Van Roten, Amini Silatolu (INJ) C: Ryan Kalil, Tyler Larsen RG: Trai Turner, Jeremiah Sirles RT: Taylor Moton, Daryl Williams (INJ) K: Graham Gano DT: Kawann Short, Dontari Poe, Vernon Butler, Kendrick Norton, Kyle Love DE: Mario Addison, Wes Horton, Julius Peppers, Daeshon Hall, Marquis Haynes, Bryan Cox Jr., Zach Moore, Karter Schult MLB: Luke Kuechly (inj), David Mayo (W/S), Jermaine Carter, Andre Smith OLB: Shaq Thompson (W), Thomas Davis (S) (susp), Jared Norris, Brian Blechen, Richie Brown, Skai Moore CB: James Bradberry, Kevon Seymour, Donte Jackson, Captain Munnerlyn, Corn Elder, Ladarius Gunter, Lorenzo Doss, Cole Luke, Ross Cockrell (IR) S: Mike Adams (SS), Da′Norris Searcy (FS), Colin Jones, Rashaan Gaulden (FS/CB), Demetrious Cox, Dezmen Southward, Damian Parms Coaches: Head Coach: Ron Rivera, Off Coord: Norv Turner, QB Coach: Scott Turner, RB Coach: Jim Skipper, WR Coach: Lance Taylor, TE Coach: Pete Hoener, SpecTm Coach: Chase Blackburn, Def Coord: Eric Washington, DL Coach: Brady Hoke, LB Coach: Steve Russ, DB Coach: Curtis Fuller

Chicago Bears

QB: Mitchell Trubisky got the start against the Broncos on Saturday night and played 30 snaps as the Bears tried to get their new offense going. There were positives, including a seven-yard touchdown pass to Trey Burton, but the negatives drew more attention. He fumbled a shotgun snap in the end zone which led to a Broncos safety and later saw his night end on a forced ball that was intercepted. Backup Chase Daniel came on in the second quarter and helped lead the team to a comeback win after they trailed 20-7. He has experience playing in Matt Nagy’s offense, and it showed as he completed 68% of his passes and threw two touchdowns with no interceptions.

RB: Jordan Howard made his preseason debut and ran hard between the tackles, but didn’t find much room until a 17-yard gain at the end of the first quarter. He should be in line for a big year given how much the offense figures to spread defenses out once they get going. Tarik Cohen continues to look like an afterthought. He was only on the field for ten snaps and was partly to blame for an interception after he stopped short on a route. As if that weren’t bad enough, Cohen forced the team to call a timeout after he lined up in the wrong spot. Taquan Mizzell had seven catches and the game-winning touchdown. Fullback Michael Burton sat out with a leg injury, which allowed Ryan Nall to see some time with the starters, but he didn’t stand out. New addition Knile Davis didn’t see any snaps on offense and will

likely need to make the team on the strength of his special teams contributions.

WR: Allen Robinson went untargeted on 11 snaps in his Bears debut. The coaches continue to take things very slowly with him as he returns from an ACL tear, but he should see more extensive work next week. Rookie Anthony Miller has been a standout throughout camp and figures to be a core piece of the offense right away. He showed off his great hands and physicality on several plays against Denver, including a leaping grab over two defenders for a 19-yard gain down the left sideline. Taylor Gabriel sat out with a foot injury but is close to returning. He was replaced in the starting lineup by Kevin White, who saw extensive playing time in the game (43 snaps) but achieved very little apart from drawing a 37-yard pass interference penalty. Marlon Brown, who started 15 games with the Ravens earlier in his career before being sidetracked by injuries, replaced Allen Robinson and hauled in a 30-yard catch on his only target.

TE: Trey Burton showed precisely why the Bears signed him to a big free agent contract with his performance against the Broncos. He created mismatches all over the field and looks like he’s certainly capable of playing the Travis Kelce-role in this offense. With Dion Sims still coming back from a concussion, Adam Shaheen continued to work with the starters in 2-TE formations. Unfortunately, he was carted to the locker room after getting caught up in the turf on what appeared to be a serious injury. Reports on Sunday, however, indicated he had escaped serious injury and that it may wind up only being a low-ankle sprain.

Defense: Rookie linebacker Roquan Smith sat out the Broncos game after ending his holdout less than a week earlier, but he should be in line for game action next week as the team tries to get him ready for Week 1. The Bears pass rush took a hit when Leonard Floyd left the game early with a hand injury, although more testing was needed to determine the severity. The team doesn’t have much depth at outside linebacker, so they need Floyd to stay healthy for once. Meanwhile, Roy Robertson-Harris added 1.5 sacks, and rookie Bilal Nichols looked good while chasing Chad Kelly out of bounds for a sack.

K: Free agent Cody Parkey missed a 52-yard field goal for the second straight preseason game. The Bears gave him a four-year, $16 million deal and were expecting him to improve the kicking game. If this trend continues, the Bears might go for it more often on fourth down around the opponent’s 35-yard line, which would cut down on Parkey’s fantasy upside this year.

OL: The line had a mixed performance in the preseason game versus Denver. Starting guards Kyle Long and Eric Kush leveraged their above-average mobility to

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power run game. However, center Cody Whitehair and quarterback Mitchell Trubisky had another problem with a shotgun snap exchange, this time resulting in a safety. Eventually, the team will turn to rookie James Daniels, who looks natural at center and is outclassing the second-team competition. Right tackle Bobbie Massie was called for a false start. Left tackle Charles Leno has been getting tons of positive press, but he had a holding penalty which nullified a 15-yard gain. This line is talented, but the error rate is too high. Overall, the group grades as a mid-tier unit.

Returners: Dynamic running back Tarik Cohen has locked down all of the return duties pending any last-minute surprises.

Bears Depth Chart QB: Mitchell Trubisky, Chase Daniel, Tyler Bray RB: Jordan Howard (SD), Tarik Cohen (3RB/PR), Benny Cunningham, Ryan Nall, Taquan Mizzell, Knile Davis FB: Michael Burton WR: Allen Robinson, Taylor Gabriel, Anthony Miller, Kevin White, Joshua Bellamy, Bennie Fowler, Javon Wims, Tanner Gentry, Mario Alford, DeMarcus Ayers, Marlon Brown TE: Trey Burton, Adam Shaheen (inj), Dion Sims, Daniel Brown, Ben Braunecker, Colin Thompson LT: Charles Leno LG: Eric Kush, Bradley Sowell C: Cody Whitehair, James Daniels, Hroniss Grasu RG: Kyle Long RT: Bobby Massie K: Cody Parkey NT: Eddie Goldman (inj), John Jenkins DE: Akiem Hicks, Jonathan Bullard, Roy Robertson-Harris, Rashaad Coward, Bilal Nichols, Nick Williams, Olubunmi Rotimi ILB: Danny Trevathan, Nick Kwiatkoski, Roquan Smith, Joel Iyiegbuniwe, Jonathan Anderson, John Timu OLB: Leonard Floyd (inj), Aaron Lynch, Sam Acho, Kylie Fitts, Isaiah Irving CB: Kyle Fuller, Prince Amukamara, Bryce Callahan, Marcus Cooper, Sherrick McManus, CreíVon LeBlanc, Rashard Fant, Doran Grant, Kevin Tolliver, Jonathan Mincy S: Eddie Jackson (FS/PR), Adrian Amos (SS), Deon Bush, DeAndre Houston-Carson, Deiondre′ Hall (susp) Coaches: Head Coach: Matt Nagy, Off Coord: Mark Helfrich, QB Coach: Dave Ragone, WR Coach: Mike Furrey, TE Coach: Keith Gilbertson, OL Coach: Harry Hiestand, SpecTm Coach: Chris Tabor, Def Coord: Vic Fangio, DL Coach: Jay Rodgers, LB Coach: Glenn Pires, DB Coach: Ed Donatell

Cincinnati Bengals

QB: After an excellent preseason opener for Andy Dalton and the first-team offense, Week 2 was the polar opposite. The starters were never able to generate any momentum, managing just ten total yards on two drives in the first quarter. Dalton sailed his first third-down pass over the head of A.J. Green, who had worked his way

open deep down the left sideline. He reverted to some bad habits with pressure in his face, as DeMarcus Lawrence had his way with right tackle Bobby Hart. Jeff Driskel came in early in the second quarter and got some time behind the first-string offensive line. He played well again, completing 10-of-16 passes for 119 yards. Driskel looks to have a clear lead over Matt Barkley for the backup job.

RB: The first-team offense couldn’t get anything going on the ground against Dallas, with Joe Mixon and Giovani Bernard combining for just 10 yards on five carries. Mixon was the clear lead back, with Bernard getting just a few snaps in the first half. There shouldn’t be too much concern about Mixon from a volume perspective. He will get plenty of opportunities this season, both as a runner and receiver. However, there should be concern about his efficiency. The sample size is small (seven carries) but Mixon’s 2.4 yards per carry through two preseason games is a more of a red flag given that he managed just 3.5 yards per carry last season. Bernard saw most of his snaps in obvious passing situations. While Bernard may only play 35% of the snaps, he should have some limited value in PPR leagues because his snaps will come in high-value situations. Mark Walton has had a rough start to his pro career. He again struggled in preseason action, managing to lose nine yards on three carries. Walton should stick on the roster because he was a fourth-round selection this year, but both Tra Carson and Brian Hill have outplayed him. Carson and Hill were excellent on Saturday night, with Carson leading the team in rushing and Hill leading the team in receiving yards, with a 44-yard gain on a screen and a short receiving touchdown.

WR: A.J. Green is healthy, in great shape, and has looked locked in throughout camp. Dalton misfired on both targets to Green Saturday night, but the duo has hooked up consistently enough this month to ease any concerns. John Ross remains inconsistent in his new role as a starter on the outside. He had a 29-yard gain on a crossing route and, but for a diving shoe-string tackle from Jaylon Smith, would have taken it for a long touchdown. Ross also caught a two-point conversion in the back of the end zone, holding on despite taking a big hit. He couldn’t get his second foot down on a similar end zone route last week. “I’m watching tape knowing what I have to improve and that one I just ran a better route,” said Ross. He was almost responsible for an interception though. Ross ran a slant and had the ball bounce high in the air off of his pads, before falling in between a pair of Bears defenders. The defensive back may have tugged his arm while Ross made his break, but he has to improve his toughness and ability to play through physical coverage to fully gain the trust of his quarterbacks and coaches. Tyler Boyd had a rough game, with a fumble on his only reception, but remains locked in as the starter in the slot. Alex Erickson finds a way to make plays nearly every time the ball is thrown in his direction. He was fantastic on Saturday night both as

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a receiver and return man and has probably locked up his spot for another year.

TE: The plan appears to be for Tyler Eifert to make his preseason debut in Week 3. Eifert continues to practice every other day and has done little blocking in camp. Eifert’s limitations in practice led to a question to Lewis about his conditioning and whether he would have to consider limiting Eifert to 50 snaps in a game. “Well I hope he never gets 50,” Lewis answered while laughing. The Bengals are taking a less is more approach, hoping to leverage Eifert’s talents in the red zone and on key third downs. “He has done well,” Lewis said. “He has continued to stay the course. He makes a difference every time he steps out there. Offensively, the comfort level that Andy (Dalton) has, and the things he can create on the field as a mismatch are very evident.” Even if Eifert goes down with an injury, Tyler Kroft and C.J. Uzomah are unlikely to have any fantasy value. The two are splitting reps with the first team and replace Eifert as a two-man committee.

Defense: The defense looks like it will again struggle to defend tight ends and pass-catching running backs. The linebackers were consistently a step slow in pass coverage against the Cowboys. Of the rookie class, linebacker Malik Jefferson has been the biggest disappointment. He looks like a long-term project. The defensive line position is a major bright spot, at least. The unit is deep and supremely talented. Defensive ends Sam Hubbard, Jordan Willis, and Carl Lawson were dominant for long stretches of action. For Hubbard and Lawson, the performance against Dallas was further confirmation of the glowing camp reports both have generated. For Willis, who has slid down the depth chart slightly, it was a reminder of what he is capable of despite an otherwise quiet offseason. Rookie safety Jeremy Bates had another strong performance, and it was enough that the Bengals made the surprising decision to cut long-time starter George Iloka on Sunday night. Bates is now locked in as the starting free safety for the foreseeable future. Rookie cornerback Davonte Harris suffered a potentially severe knee injury that could land him on injured reserve.

K: Jonathan Brown had an outstanding game, making all of his kicking attempts, including a 55-yard field goal. Head coach Marvin Lewis said there is no kicking competition despite the performance, which bodes well for Randy Bullock, although the team only gave him one attempt from 50 or more yards last year (he made it). Brown has the leg for longer field goals, but the former soccer star has also never kicked in a regular season game, college or pro. He might be on speed dial for teams in need of a kicker.

OL: The line had a below average performance against Dallas. Right tackle Bobby Hart, who had been solid for most of the preseason, was victimized by star defensive

end DeMarcus Lawrence on several occasions in the first quarter. The running game could find no purchase, as Dallas’ speedy front seven shut down running back Joe Mixon. The Bengals starters were left in the game for a while, with left tackle Cordy Glenn and center Billy Price playing into the third quarter. The coaches like guard Alex Redmond’s physicality, but his propensity for mistakes is why he cannot be trusted to run with the first team. Eventually, the offensive line did find success against Dallas’ backups, but only after starting quarterback Andy Dalton was done for the night. Dalton has not looked comfortable in the pocket all preseason. The line grades as a lower-tier unit, which is a disappointing evaluation considering how much the front office prioritized rebuilding the line in the offseason.

Returners: Alex Erickson has seemingly put the competition behind him, and his strong play on offense means his roster spot isn't in jeopardy.

Bengals Depth Chart QB: Andy Dalton, Matt Barkley, Logan Woodside, Jeff Driskel RB: Joe Mixon, Giovani Bernard (3RB), Mark Walton, Brian Hill, Tra Carson, Jarveon Williams, Quinton Flowers FB: Ryan Hewitt (HB/TE) WR: A.J. Green, John Ross, Tyler Boyd, Josh Malone, Auden Tate, Alex Erickson (KR/PR), Cody Core, Ka′Raun White, Levonte Whitfield TE: Tyler Eifert, Tyler Kroft, C.J. Uzomah, Cethan Carter, Mason Schreck, Scott Orndoff LT: Cordy Glenn, Jake Fisher LG: Clint Boling, Christian Westerman C: Billy Price, T.J. Johnson RG: Trey Hopkins, Alex Redmond RT: Bobby Hart, Cedric Ogbuehi K: Randy Bullock, Jon Brown DT: Geno Atkins, Andrew Billings, Ryan Glasgow, Chris Baker, Andrew Brown, Josh Tupou DE: Carlos Dunlap, Jordan Willis, Michael Johnson, Sam Hubbard, Ja′Von Rolland-Jones MLB: Vincent Rey (W), Preston Brown, Jordan Evans, Hardy Nickerson OLB: Vontaze Burfict (W) (susp), Nick Vigil (S), Carl Lawson (S/DE), Malik Jefferson, Brandon Bell, Chris Worley CB: Dre Kirkpatrick, William Jackson III, Darqueze Dennard, Adam Jones, Davontae Harris, Darius Phillips, Josh Shaw, KeiVarae Russell, Sojourn Shelton, Tony McRae, C.J. Goodwin S: Clayton Fejedelem (SS), Jessie Bates (FS), Shawn Williams (SS), Brandon Wilson (FS), Robinson Therezie Coaches: Head Coach: Marvin Lewis, Off Coord: Bill Lazor, QB Coach: Alex VanPelt, RB Coach: Kyle Caskey, WR Coach: Bob Bicknell, TE Coach: Jonathan Hayes, OL Coach: Bob Wylie, OL Coach: Frank Pollack, SpecTm Coach: Darrin Simmons, Def Coord: Teryl Austin, DL Coach: Jacob Burney, LB Coach: Jim Haslett, DB Coach: Robert Livingston, DB Coach: Daronte Jones

Cleveland Browns

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QB: While embroiled in a minor controversy about how to pronounce his name, Tyrod Taylor remains the unquestioned starter. Although he had some problems with overthrows in practice, those problems did not carry over to game time. Going up against his former Bills team, Taylor had a solid outing, setting up one touchdown drive and driving towards another scoring opportunity before he was relieved by Baker Mayfield. Mayfield also had multiple mistakes in practice that didn’t show up on the field. Instead, Mayfield showed poise in his decision-making for most of the evening, evading rushers and getting rid of the ball promptly. He overcame two overturned touchdown calls and drove down the field to set up a rushing touchdown that put the Browns ahead late in the game. While most feel that Mayfield has earned the backup job, Hue Jackson has different thoughts. He is considering making Drew Stanton the backup quarterback heading into the season. Jackson said of the possibility,"I've said from the beginning that I think experience is important. Right now, Drew still has that experience, and we'll see how that all unfolds as we go. I haven't made that choice just yet, but his veteran presence says a lot. He's played in a lot of games against a lot of teams that we are going to start off against and play against, so I think that is important to definitely consider."

RB: There is no question that Carlos Hyde is still entrenched as the two-down starter. While Hyde had a four-yard touchdown run to give the Browns the lead against the Bills, his most impressive play came when he stiff-armed a defender on an outside run and took the carry for a long gain. In an odd twist, pass-catching specialist Duke Johnson wasn’t asked to receive against Buffalo. Instead, he carried the ball four times for 27 yards, a solid outing in limited work. After busting some long runs in practice sessions, Nick Chubb did the same thing in game action. On one of his carries, he took advantage of a good block and weaved through defenders to take the ball all the way to the one-yard line. A few plays later, he capped the drive with a touchdown.

WR: Dez Bryant was expected to sign in Cleveland, but after a two-day visit, Bryant left without a deal. Another complication came to light in the Josh Gordon saga when it was alleged that he is facing jail time for nonpayment of child support. However, he announced a day after the Bills game he would rejoin the team. Sure enough, Gordon was back with the team on Sunday but hasn’t been cleared to practice with the team yet. Jarvis Landry got into a heated brawl in practice with teammate Terrance Mitchell, but no one was the worse for wear. He didn’t factor into the box score against the Bills but laid an impressive block that sprung Carlos Hyde for a touchdown. After Antonio Calloway’s traffic stop incident, offensive coordinator Todd Haley has asked Jarvis Landry to mentor the troubled young receiver. Rashard Higgins continues to have solid practices and has been catching deep passes. He

showcased this ability versus Buffalo when he hauled in a 19-yard pass.

TE: David Njoku’s evening against the Bills was quiet, but he had another strong week of practice, catching everything thrown his way. He made one great catch where he pinned the ball against his helmet in the style of David Tyree. Backups Seth DeValve and Julian Allen continue to miss time with injuries, opening the door for Darren Fells. Unfortunately, Fells hasn’t seized the opportunity.

Defense: The first-team defense looked formidable against the Bills’ starters. The unit held Buffalo to 22 yards on four drives and sacked the quarterback once. Myles Garrett got veteran rest during the week but impressed against the Bills when he collapsed the pocket and knocked down AJ McCarron to cause an incomplete pass. The drumbeat of enthusiasm for linebacker Mychal Kendricks remains deafening. Against the Bills, he knifed inside the offensive lineman to tackle the runner for a loss. Free safety Damarious Randall summed up the defense’s performance best: “It seemed like our guys felt a little more comfortable, and it’s just another week of getting to play with each other and starting to gel together. Our guys are starting to create their own swagger out there.” Denzel Ward injured his ankle when it was stepped on in practice. He continued to practice at the insistence of Hue Jackson. "He just has to keep pushing through,'' Jackson said of Ward’s injury. Jabrill Peppers has been very active in practices, batting away passes with regularity.

K: Press coverage of the kicker battle has been in proportion to the probable fantasy value of the situation -- very little. Ross Martin made a 31-yard field goal in the loss to the Bills, and Zane Gonzalez made both extra point attempts. Martin has been the more consistent kicker in camp to this point.

OL: The line dominated in the run game against Buffalo. Right tackle Chris Hubbard made a key block on the first touchdown of the night, washing down the defensive line while the running back Carlos Hyde bounced outside for the score. Spencer Drango started in place of veteran right guard Kevin Zeitler; but Zeilter should be ready for Week 1. Drango allowed one pressure of first-string quarterback Tyrod Taylor. It’s an improvement over last week when Drango and rookie left guard Austin Corbett gave up three pressures between them. Left tackle Joel Bitonio has adjusted to his new position admirably. Overall, the line grades as a mid-tier option, but are trending higher with each passing week of evaluation.

Returners: Jabril Peppers is likely to remain the punt returner to open the season, but whether he also handles kickoff returns will likely come down to whether running back Matthew Dayes makes the 53-man roster.

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Browns Depth Chart QB: Tyrod Taylor, Drew Stanton, Baker Mayfield, Joel Stave RB: Carlos Hyde, Duke Johnson (WR/KR), Nick Chubb, Matt Dayes, Josh Rounds FB: Dan Vitale, Marquez Williams WR: Jarvis Landry, Josh Gordon, Rashard Higgins, Antonio Callaway, Jeff Janis, Damion Ratley, Matt Hazel, C.J. Board, Ricardo Louis (IR) TE: David Njoku, Seth Devalve, Darren Fells (FB), Devon Cajuste, Julian Allen LT: Joel Bitonio, Rod Johnson LG: Austin Corbett, Spencer Drango C: JC Tretter, Austin Reiter RG: Kevin Zeitler, Shon Coleman RT: Chris Hubbard, Donald Stephenson K: Zane Gonzalez DT: Trevon Coley, Larry Ogunjobi, Jamie Meder, Caleb Brantley, Trenton Thompson, Zaycoven Henderson, Lenny Jones DE: Myles Garrett, Emmanuel Ogbah, Chris Smith, Chad Thomas, Carl Nassib, Nate Orchard, Collin Bevins, Jeremy Faulk, Ricky Ali′ifua MLB: Joe Schobert, Mychal Kendricks (W), Dominique Alexander, Genard Avery, Tank Carder OLB: Jamie Collins (S)(inj), Christian Kirksey (W), James Burgess (S), B.J. Bello, Josh Keyes (RFA) CB: Denzel Ward, Travis Carrie, Terrance Mitchell, Briean Boddy-Calhoun, E.J. Gaines (inj), Simeon Thomas, Michael Jordan, Reggie Porter, Denzel Rice, Trevon Hartfield, Howard Wilson (IR) S: Damarious Randall (FS), Derrick Kindred (inj), Jabrill Peppers (SS/PR/KR), Derron Smith, Darius Hilary, Justin Currie, Kai Nacua Coaches: Head Coach: Hue Jackson, Off Coord: Todd Haley, QB Coach: Ken Zampese, RB Coach: Freddie Kitchens, WR Coach: Adam Henry, TE Coach: Greg Seamon, SpecTm Coach: Amos Jones, Def Coord: Gregg Williams, DL Coach: Clyde Simmons, LB Coach: Blake Williams, DB Coach: DeWayne Walker

Dallas Cowboys

QB: As we’ve documented, Dak Prescott had an up-and-down first two weeks of training camp, and it was cause for concern. Thankfully, he looked sharp in his lone drive against the 49ers last week, and that momentum continued over the final days of camp in Oxnard. According to ESPN’s Todd Archer, Prescott completed 118-of-172 passes (68.6% completion rate) in full-team and 7-on-7 drills during his time in California. He also threw five interceptions, which equates to a 2.9% rate – not ideal, but not disastrous under the circumstances. The third-year starter continued to build momentum against the Bengals in this week’s preseason game. He led the offense for three series, and the Cowboys scored twice. He completed 10-of-15 passes for 86 yards and a six-yard touchdown to Terrance Williams. Prescott is excited about the chemistry he’s built with his receivers. “We’re starting to click, starting to hit the deep ball a lot more in some of

these last practices than we did early on. But we knew that would be part of it, working out the kinks. We’re all getting comfortable with each other. It’s fun to do it,” said Prescott. Neither Cooper Rush nor Mike White impressed against the Bengals. Rush (37 yards on nine attempts) and White (76 yards on 16 attempts) failed to score and were each sacked twice.

RB: Ezekiel Elliott is going to be kept on ice for the entire preseason. Team owner Jerry Jones told the press Elliott will not play in the third or fourth preseason games, particularly after All-Pro guard Zack Martin suffered a knee injury on the final drive of the first-team offense’s planned playing time against the Bengals. "I don't need to see any more of him until Carolina," said Jones. Rod Smith showed enough against the Bengals to cement the No. 2 role, regardless of how rookie Bo Scarbrough plays in the final two games. Smith ran 13 times for 49 yards (3.8 yards per rush) and caught a 19-yard reception on his lone target. Scarbrough struggled against the Bengals after flourishing against the 49ers; he lost two yards on four carries. As long as Scarbrough’s hip injury is minor, he’ll be the No. 3 back. If the injury is worse than initially reported, Darius Jackson could push onto the 53-man roster.

WR: Is there a true No. 1 receiver in Dallas? It’s a question that will remain unanswered until the team suits up in the regular season, but there’s no denying the receiving corps, as a unit, is demonstrably improved from last year. Camp observers have run out of superlatives for Michael Gallup. It will be a shock if he’s not one of the starting outside receivers to open the season. Allen Hurns has made plays consistently. Terrance Williams was an afterthought at the start of camp, but had a strong series of practices last week; especially tracking down vertical routes from Prescott and Rush. He followed that up with a six-yard touchdown catch from Prescott against the Bengals first-team defense. The coaches and Prescott keep insisting Tavon Austin is more than a gadget player. Cole Beasley was in the starting lineup for much of camp before a minor injury sidelined him this week. Last, but certainly not least, Lance Lenoir blew away expectations and is a strong bet to break camp on the 53-man roster. Deonte Thompson looks like the odd man out because his Achilles injury will ensure he “won’t be back soon.”

TE: The box score from the Bengals game tells the wrong story. Rico Gathers led the team with 32 yards on two catches, but he remains on the roster bubble. Geoff Swaim and Blake Jarwin also had two catches each, but it’s Jarwin that entices as a fantasy prospect. What you won’t see in the box score is the vertical route Jarwin ran against Bengals cornerback Dre Kirkpatrick that would have been an easy touchdown if Prescott had put a bit more touch on his pass.

Defense: The safety position, already a question mark,

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is now a concern. Kavon Frazier missed the Bengals game and much of camp with leg pain, Jameill Showers suffered a season-ending ACL tear in the game, and Xavier Woods suffered a hamstring strain that’s going keep him out for a period. The good news is Dallas has options in the open market, either finally pulling the trigger on the trade for Earl Thomas, or getting in the front of the line to sign George Iloka – who the Bengals inexplicably cut on Sunday. The cornerback position is better equipped but lacks depth. Chidobe Awuzie has been stellar throughout the preseason, and his leaping one-handed interception of a deep sideline pass intended for John Ross is an enticing hint at things to come. The defensive line, on the other hand, is an unquestioned team strength. Taco Charlton had a sack and a forced fumble against the Bengals; in a game he needed to dominate to maintain his spot in the pecking order. Randy Gregory has a long way to go before he earns the fans’, and probably his teammates’, trust. However, the last few days were a step in the right direction. On the last day of camp, Gregory dominated including a pair of would-be sacks (he wasn’t allowed to hit the quarterbacks) against the first-team offensive line. He played ten snaps against Cincinnati and was explosive off the edge. “It felt good, it felt real good,” Gregory said. “I was out there I think ten plays and I wanted to do a little bit more. But I kinda got my feet wet and got a couple of rushes. I wanted to get out there on early downs, but that will come with time.” Maliek Collins has worked his way back into first-team reps, as expected. Not to be outdone by the veterans, rookie defensive end Dorance Armstrong exceeded all expectations this summer, according to SBNation’s Michael Sisemore.

OL: There was a scary moment against Cincinnati when All-Pro right guard Zack Martin left the field with a knee injury. The team was already without another All-Pro –center Travis Frederick –who visited a specialist earlier in the week with shoulder issues which turned out to be stingers. Martin’s MRI results were encouraging; he should be ready for Week 1. Joe Looney started at center, and Kadeem Edwards replaced Martin. The left side looks dominant thanks to a healthy Tyron Smith paired with ever-improving rookie guard Connor Williams. Assuming Frederick and Martin are okay for the season opener, Dallas’ line remains among the league’s elite.

Returners: Despite limited preseason reps in the role, it remains widely believed that newly-acquired receiver Tavon Austin will open the season as the top punt returner. Whether he handles kickoffs remains to be seen.

Cowboys Depth Chart QB: Dak Prescott, Cooper Rush, Mike White, Zac Dysert RB: Ezekiel Elliott, Rod Smith, Tavon Austin (WR/PR), Bo Scarbrough (inj), Trey Williams FB: Jamize Olawale

WR: Allen Hurns, Terrance Williams (inj), Michael Gallup, Cole Beasley, Deonte Thompson, Noah Brown, K.D. Cannon, Cedrick Wilson (IR) TE: Geoff Swaim, Blake Jarwin, Dalton Schultz, Rico Gathers, Lance Lenoir, David Wells LT: Tyron Smith, Chaz Green LG: Connor Williams, Kadeem Edwards C: Travis Frederick, Joe Looney RG: Zack Martin RT: Lael Collins, Cameron Fleming K: Dan Bailey DT: Maliek Collins, David Irving (susp), Jihad Ward, Datone Jones, Brian Price, Daniel Ross, Caraun Reid, Richard Ash (IR) DE: DeMarcus Lawrence (UFA-F), Tyrone Crawford, Taco Charlton, Randy Gregory, Dorance Armstrong Jr., Charles Tapper (inj), Kony Ealy MLB: Jaylon Smith (S), Joe Thomas OLB: Sean Lee (S), Leighton Vander Esch (W), Damien Wilson (S), Justin March-Lillard, Chris Covington, Joel Lanning (FB) CB: Chidobe Awuzie, Byron Jones, Anthony Brown, Jourdan Lewis, Duke Thomas, Marquez White S: Jeff Heath (SS), Xavier Woods (FS) (inj), Kavon Frazier (FS), Marqueston Huff, Kyle Queiro, Kameron Kelly, Jason Thompson, Jameill Showers (IR) Coaches: Head Coach: Jason Garrett, Off Coord: Scott Linehan, QB Coach: Kellen Moore, RB Coach: Gary Brown, WR Coach: Sanjay Lal, TE Coach: Doug Nussmeier, OL Coach: Paul Alexander, Def Coord: Rod Marinelli, DL Coach: Leon Lett, LB Coach: Ben Bloom, DB Coach: Kris Richard, DB Coach: Greg Jackson

Denver Broncos

QB: If there was ever any doubt that Case Keenum’s starting job was safe, that his backups were hot on his trail, they should’ve been washed decisively away last week. The coaches have run out of patience for Paxton Lynch, demoting him to third on the depth chart; in fact, he may be sent out of town before too long. New No. 2 Chad Kelly has looked great thus far with the second and third teams but poses no threat whatsoever to Keenum’s dominion. The team may still be on the lookout for backup help – Kelly has yet to throw a regular-season NFL pass.

RB: Devontae Booker remains atop the depth chart, but he’s in a full-on timeshare at best. Rookie Royce Freeman boasts an edge on Booker in pure talent, and he’s impressed early with his decisive running style and blitz pickup. But Freeman remains inexperienced in the passing game – a rough drop in the first preseason game showcased that – while Booker has been a dual-threat weapon since college. “We need both those guys,” head coach Vance Joseph said last week. “And they’re really different in what they do for our offense.” Joseph sees Booker as an outside-zone specialist and receiver, and Freeman as a one-cut, downhill grinder. If

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those distinctions hold, and neither back pulls away decisively, then this has all the markings of a situation-based platoon. Even third-stringer DeAngelo Henderson has the opportunity to work into the rotation. Henderson has drawn praise from offensive coordinator Bill Musgrave, who singled him out in early camp. “He’s come back a little bit lighter than in the spring,” Musgrave said. “He’s gone five or six weeks, and I feel like he’s really done a nice job. He was doing a good job in the spring, too.”

WR: Even with a new quarterback, the passing attack continues to hinge on how well Demaryius Thomas and Emmanuel Sanders perform. Sanders, especially, has been busy thus far. He spent last week’s joint practices beating Bears cornerback Kyle Fuller – “I guess I have a son,” he joked to reporters – then drew seven targets in their official game. Thomas was held out of the second preseason game with a wrist injury, but the coaches aren’t worried. Rookie Courtland Sutton continues to dazzle with high-point catches, and the team is working on his versatility, giving him first- and second-team reps in the slot as well as on the outside. There was a bit of worry last week over a practice knee injury, but suiting up for the second preseason game – and catching a 16-yard touchdown – put those concerns to rest. Last year’s camp darling, Carlos Henderson, has likely faded from the team’s plans. He’s been away from (and on rocky terms with) the team since the start of camp, and his one-game suspension was likely the nail in his coffin.

TE: Veteran Jeff Heuerman still sits atop the depth chart, and the coaching staff loved his practice work from last week. Musgrave called Heuerman “fresh” and “great,” while Vance Joseph deemed him “the fastest guy we had on the field [last Wednesday], running away from safeties and ‘backers and even corners.” But the head coach qualified his praise: “If we can get his knee right, he’s really going to be a weapon for us.” Heuerman has dealt with on-and-off setbacks and soreness since his 2015 ACL tear, and at this point, the equally-impressive Jake Butt looks like a handcuff with more value than the starter. Joseph also recently labeled Heuerman the frontrunner to play the in-line role, which would make him more of a threat to Austin Traylor’s roster spot than Butt’s position in the passing game.

Defense: Prized rookie Bradley Chubb’s “Welcome to the NFL” moment was a positive one – he sacked Mitchell Trubisky for a safety to open Week 2’s scoring. Despite opening his career “a little nervous and afraid to make a mistake,” according to defensive coordinator Joe Woods, Chubb has looked as fast and explosive off the edge as advertised. In a rotational role with Von Miller and the oft-injured Shane Ray, Chubb is a strong candidate for 8-to-10 sacks as a rookie. The safeties are also playmakers. Justin Simmons is excited about

playing alongside Su’a Cravens; the two will be used to cover, tackle, and rush the passer with more frequency.

OL: The Broncos got some good news when left guard Ronald Leary was in the starting lineup for the preseason game against Chicago. Leary is one of the team’s better linemen but is still not 100% healthy following offseason knee surgery. Leary was beaten by Bears’ defensive lineman Roy Robertson-Harris for a sack. Later in the drive Leary and teammates Connor McGovern and Jared Veldheer threw effective blocks for Royce Freeman’s touchdown run. The line couldn’t get a consistent push in the run game, but they are better with Leary than without him. He should work his way back into form over the next two weeks. Overall, this line is a mid-tier group but can improve if they avoid further injuries and build cohesion.

Returners: With Isaiah McKenzie securing punt return duties, the attention turns to who will handle kickoffs. Undrafted rookie Phillip Lindsay has been getting first-team reps throughout the preseason, but like all undrafted players faces an uphill climb to make the final roster.

Broncos Depth Chart QB: Case Keenum, Chad Kelly, Paxton Lynch RB: Royce Freeman, Devontae Booker (3RB), De′Angelo Henderson, Phillip Lindsay (KR), David Williams FB: Andy Janovich WR: Demaryius Thomas, Emmanuel Sanders, Courtland Sutton, DaeSean Hamilton, Isaiah McKenzie (PR), Jordan Taylor (inj), Carlos Henderson, Tim Patrick, Derrick Willies, Kenny Bell, Jordan Leslie, River Cracaft TE: Jake Butt, Jeff Heuerman, Austin Traylor, Troy Fumagalli, Matt LaCosse, Brian Parker LT: Garett Bolles, Cyrus Kounadijo LG: Ronald Leary, Max Garcia C: Matt Paradis, Sam Jones RG: Connor McGovern, Menelik Watson, Jeremiah Poutasi RT: Jared Veldheer, Billy Turner K: Brandon McManus NT: Domata Peko, Clinton McDonald, Kyle Peko, Paul Boyette, DeShawn Williams DE: Derek Wolfe (inj), Adam Gotsis, Zach Kerr, Shelby Harris, Jhaustin Thomas ILB: Brandon Marshall, Todd Davis, Josey Jewell, Zaire Anderson, Joseph Jones, Jerrol Garcia-Williams OLB: Von Miller (W), Bradley Chubb, Shane Ray (inj), Shaquil Barrett (S)(RFA), DeMarcus Walker (W), Jeff Holland, Keishawn Bierria, Deiontrez Mount, Marcus Rush, Stansly Maponga CB: Chris Harris Jr., Bradley Roby, Brendan Langley (KR/PR), Tramaine Brock, Isaac Yiadom, Michael Hunter, Marcus Rios, C.J. Smith S: Darian Stewart (SS), Justin Simmons (FS), Will Parks (FS), Su′a Cravens (inj), Jamal Carter (SS), Dymonte Thomas, Shamarko Thomas, Jordan Moore Coaches: Head Coach: Vance Joseph, Off Coord: Bill Musgrave, QB Coach: Mike Sullivan, RB Coach: Curtis Modkins, WR Coach: Zach Azzanni, TE Coach: Geep Chryst, OL Coach: Chris Strausser, OL Coach: Sean Kugler, SpecTm

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Coach: Tom McMahon, Def Coord: Joe Woods, DL Coach: Bill Kollar, LB Coach: Reggie Herring, DB Coach: Greg Williams, DB Coach: Marcus Robertson

Detroit Lions

QB: The Lions had three days of joint practices with the New York Giants before playing them on Friday night. Matthew Stafford completed 2-of-5 passes for 51 yards before calling it a night, but it’s understandable if his focus wasn’t entirely on the Giants. His wife Kelly gave birth to their third child the day before. Matt Cassel and Jake Rudock continue to fight for the backup job, but head coach Matt Patricia isn’t impressed with his backups, “I think we still have a long way to go there.” Rudock got extended action against the Giants and played efficiently, completing 23-of-30 passes for 171 yards and a score. Cassel, by contrast, was unimpressive completing 6-of-9 passes for 42 yards and an interception.

RB: Surprisingly, Ameer Abdullah got the start on Friday night. Maybe we shouldn’t be surprised, because Abdullah has had a good camp, and the coaches have rotated him into first-team drills, according to Kyle Meinke of Mlive.com. The Lions may be trying to generate trade interest by starting Abdullah. Ball security has been a long-standing issue for Abdullah, and he fumbled early in the game although the Lions recovered the ball. LeGarrette Blount saw plenty of action, but the running game had a tough time against the Giants defensive front, and Blount ran for just 32 yards on 11 carries. Veteran guard T.J. Lang missed the game, which contributed to the team’s ineffectiveness. Rookie Kerryon Johnson has been a camp darling, showing patience, vision, and athleticism. He had a quiet game against the Giants in minimal snaps. Theo Riddick is almost impossible to cover out of the backfield, and he showed that on Friday. He ran an angle route that left linebacker Alec Ogletree in the dust and scampered for 42 yards. Riddick is entrenched as the pass-catching back, and is also excellent in pass protection; that will keep him on the field for most third downs.

WR: Marvin Jones gave the Giants secondary problems during joint practices this week. He and Stafford have chemistry, and he made an excellent contested catch for a touchdown in practice. Tate was targeted once against New York and has had a quiet, uneventful preseason. Kenny Golladay has looked sharp during camp, according to Eric Edholm of Pro Football Weekly. Golladay beat the Giants starting cornerbacks twice for touchdowns during the week, both coming in the red zone. Golladay has the opportunity to play a significant role this season. The Lions used Jones and Golladay in two-receiver sets this week, keeping Tate on the bench. It may not mean much since the Lions used two-

receiver sets less than 20% of the time last year, but it’s something to watch if the coaches plan on using conventional formations more often in 2018. Veteran T.J. Jones still appears set as the No. 4 receiver, but he let a ball go through his hands during the game, leading to an interception. However, he bounced back with a touchdown catch later in the contest. The No. 5 job remains wide open. Slot receiver Jace Billingsley may have a leg up, but it’s still unsettled. Undrafted free agents Teo Redding, Brandon Powell, and Dontez Ford have all made plays throughout camp and played well on Friday night.

TE: Not much changed among the tight end group this week. The position seems less a priority than it was a year ago, with the group consisting of specialists. Luke Willson, Levine Toilolo, and Michael Roberts each bring unique skills to the table. Willson is athletic, Toilolo is an inline blocker and Roberts is a combination of both. Roberts training camp has been a disappointment; he could be a surprise roster cut according to Jeff Risdon. Hakeem Valles got first-team reps in joint practices with the Giants; he scored twice in those sessions. Coach Patricia had high praise for Valles, “He’s done a really good job so far in camp.“

Defense: Patricia run a hybrid scheme, and the players are still learning what the coaches expect from them. Defensive end Ziggy Ansah is lining up all over the defensive front, from outside in a wide-9 look to inside as a 3-technique. The defensive line couldn’t pressure the Giants quarterbacks, but keep in mind Patricia is running a simple scheme during the preseason; he’s saving the exotic looks for when the real games begin. The secondary is the unit’s strength, led by safety Glover Quin and cornerback Darius Slay.

OL: The line had difficulty protecting quarterback Matthew Stafford against the New York Giants. Stafford was sacked twice and hit a third time in two series. Journeyman right guard Kenny Wiggins gave up most of the pressure; Wiggins started for T.J. Lang who remains out with a foot injury. The Giants’ defensive front won the battle at the point of attack, and center Graham Glasgow could not handle defensive tackle Damon Harrison in the run game. Tackles Taylor Decker and Ricky Wagner are playing well, and rookie left guard Frank Ragnow is adjusting well to the rigors of NFL training camp but the line’s overall performance through two preseason games is concerning. Assuming Lang gets healthy by opening day the group is solidly in the middle of the pack.

Returners: With his roster spot potentially at risk, running back Ameer Abdullah has carved out a role as the top kickoff returner. If he makes the roster and holds on to the job, it frees up cornerback Jamal Agnew to focus more on punt returns and playing defense.

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Lions Depth Chart QB: Matthew Stafford, Matt Cassel, Jake Rudock RB: Kerryon Johnson, LeGarrette Blount (SD), Theo Riddick (3RB), Ameer Abdullah, Zach Zenner, Dwayne Washington FB: Nick Bawden (IR) WR: Marvin Jones, Golden Tate, Kenny Golladay, T.J. Jones, Jace Billingsley, Bradley Marquez, Teo Redding, Dontez Ford, Brandon Powell, Chris Lacy, Kyle Lewis TE: Luke Willson, Michael Roberts, Levine Toilolo, Hakeem Valles, DeAndre Goolsby, Brandon Barnes, Wes Saxton LT: Taylor Decker, Brian Mihalik LG: TJ Lang, Joe Dahl C: Graham Glasgow RG: Frank Ragnow, Kenny Wiggins RT: Rick Wagner, Tyrell Crosby K: Matt Prater DT: A′Shawn Robinson, Sylvester Williams, Da′Shawn Hand, Jeremiah Ledbetter, Rodney Coe, JoJo Wicker, Toby Johnson DE: Ezekiel Ansah, Anthony Zettel, Kerry Hyder, Jeremiah Valoaga, Alex Barrett MLB: Jarrad Davis, Nick Bellore, Al-Rasheed Benton OLB: Jalen Reeves-Maybin (W), Christian Jones, Devon Kennard, Jonathan Freeny, Cam Johnson, Chad Meredith, Steve Longa (IR) CB: Darius Slay, Teez Tabor, Nevin Lawson, Deshawn Shead, Jamal Agnew (PR), Sterling Moore, Dexter McDougle, Mike Ford S: Glover Quin (FS), Quandre Diggs (SS/CB), Tavon Wilson (SS), Miles Killebrew (SS/LB), Tracy Walker (FS), Charles Washington, Marcus Cromartie, Rolan Milligan Coaches: Head Coach: Matt Patricia, Off Coord: Jim Bob Cooter, QB Coach: George Godsey, WR Coach: Robert Prince, TE Coach: Chris White, OL Coach: Jeff Davidson, SpecTm Coach: Joe Marciano, Def Coord: Paul Pasqualoni, DL Coach: Bo Davis, LB Coach: Al Golden, DB Coach: Brian Stewart

Green Bay Packers

QB: Aaron Rodgers started against the Steelers, but played just one series. He made the most of his limited opportunity, completing 2-of-4 passes for 35 yards and a touchdown. That’s probably the last we’ll see of the All-Pro passer until the start of the regular season. Green Bay will spend the rest of the preseason evaluating the contenders for the backup job. Trade acquisition DeShone Kizer played well against the Steelers (7-of-12 for 149 yards and two touchdowns), but holdover Brett Hundley continues to work ahead of him with the second unit.

RB: The past week has shown us just how fluid and unpredictable the Packers’ backfield situation is. Aaron Jones returned to practice last Sunday, immediately following the team’s preseason opener – a great sign that his hamstring injury isn’t serious. He’s still limited, but he suited and warmed up for the Steelers game, and his post-suspension outlook is certainly trending upward.

The coaches are still evaluating the backfield makeup, says The Sports Daily’s Gil Martin, and Jones’ competition has fared poorly all offseason. Jamaal Williams’ lackluster preseason went from bad to worse in Thursday’s game, when he ran twice for two yards and limped off the field with a “minor ankle sprain.” He’s not concerned about the ankle injury, but it’s certainly something to monitor as the team faces the first two games without Jones. Ty Montgomery remains a passing-down specialist but could be looking at a workhorse role to close out the preseason if Williams doesn’t recover quickly.

WR: Davante Adams remains entrenched as the No. 1 option, playing just one series in the second preseason game. And it was quite encouraging to see Randall Cobb suit up and start against the Steelers; he’d missed roughly a week of practice due to a nagging ankle issue that required surgery in June. Cobb referred to the procedure as “nothing invasive” and “not that big of a deal,” and the fact that he was put into game action at all is a major positive. Behind Adams, Cobb, and Geronimo Allison, there remains fierce competition among a handful of big-bodied youngsters. Three of the competitors can claim draft value – the team spent picks on J’Mon Moore, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, and Equanimeous St. Brown – but each has been notably up-and-down. Moore, in particular, was called out earlier in camp by passing-game coordinator Jim Hostler. “He’s inconsistent. Probably of the three, he’s been a little bit more up-and-down,” Hostler said of Moore. “We’ve put a little bit more pressure on him. We’ve moved him around a little bit more. So those are things that we’re working through.” The coaches have high hopes for Moore as a versatile contributor, but it’s been a rocky start. Most of the attention has been on practice-squad journeyman Jake Kumerow, who’s making a mockery of the preseason. Kumerow has caught long touchdowns of 52 and 82 yards in two preseason games, and there’s building chatter he will win the No. 4 role over the aforementioned trio of drafted rookies. Rodgers himself has praised Kumerow on more than one occasion.

TE: On its third consecutive offseason of pursuing a dynamic, down-the-seams dominator at the tight end spot, the is finally seeing dividends. Jimmy Graham has assimilated beautifully into the offense, according to ESPN’s Rob Demovsky. Last Thursday, he punctuated his strong week with a high-point touchdown over Steelers first-rounder Terrell Edmunds. Graham’s short scoring catch was encouraging; he scored ten times last year, leading all NFL tight ends, and could be in line for a hefty chunk of Jordy Nelson’s former role in short yardage.

Defense: On the heels of his breakout last year, which featured a league-best 145 tackles, inside linebacker Blake Martinez isn’t satisfied. His new goal is to break

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Chris Spielman’s single-season record of 195 tackles, a 24-year-old mark. “I’ve wanted to set my goals high,” Martinez told reporters. “You do something like last year and lead the league in tackles, at that point, you look at, ‘How can I grow?’ You look, ‘Hey, there’s the record of (195). I think I can do that.’”

OL: The line was without left guard Lane Taylor and right tackle Bryan Bulaga against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Taylor has been dealing with minor ankle and quad issues, while Bulaga is finally back at practice after rehabbing his knee injury. Kyle Murphy had a rough night in place of Bulaga and is better suited to play inside. Aaron Rodgers was pressured three times in only five dropbacks. It wasn’t all bad news as left tackle David Bakhtiari turned in his usual outstanding performance. The group is a top-tier unit when all five starters are healthy but is struggling without Taylor and Bulaga.

Returners: A lingering hamstring injury has kept Trevor Davis from returning kicks. If the injury doesn't resolve, his roster spot could be in jeopardy, but no one else on the roster has taken advantage of his absence.

Packers Depth Chart QB: Aaron Rodgers, Brett Hundley, DeShone Kizer RB: Jamaal Williams (inj), Ty Montgomery, Aaron Jones (susp), Devante Mays, Bronson Hill FB: Aaron Ripkowski, Joe Kerridge WR: Davante Adams, Randall Cobb, Geronimo Allison, J′Mon Moore, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Equanimeous St.Brown, Trevor Davis (KR/PR), Jake Kumerow (inj), DeAngelo Yancey, Colby Pearson, Herb Waters TE: Jimmy Graham, Lance Kendricks, Marcedes Lewis, Damon Gibson, Emanuel Byrd, Kevin Rader LT: David Bakhtiari, Kyle Murphy LG: Lane Taylor, Adam Pankey C: Corey Linsley, Lucas Patrick RG: Justin McCray, Cole Madison RT: Bryan Bulaga, Byron Bell, Jason Spriggs K: Mason Crosby NT: Kenny Clark, Tyler Lancaster DE: Mike Daniels, Muhammad Wilkerson, Dean Lowry, James Looney, Montravius Adams ILB: Blake Martinez, Oren Burks, Jake Ryan (IR) OLB: Clay Matthews (inj), Nick Perry (inj), Kyler Fackrell, Vince Biegel, Kendall Donnerson, Chris Odom CB: Kevin King, Quinten Rollins, Jaire Alexander, Josh Jackson, Tramon Williams, Davon House, Josh Hawkins, Lenzy Pipkins, Donatello Brown S: Ha Ha Clinton-Dix (FS), Kentrell Brice, Josh Jones, Marwin Evans, Jermaine Whitehead, Ahmad Thomas Coaches: Head Coach: Mike McCarthy, Off Coord: Joe Philbin, QB Coach: Frank Cignetti, RB Coach: Ben Sirmans, WR Coach: David Raih, TE Coach: Brian Angelichio, OL Coach: James Campen, SpecTm Coach: Ron Zook, Def Coord: Mike Pettine, LB Coach: Winston Moss, LB Coach: Patrick Graham, DB Coach: Jason Simmons

Houston Texans

QB: Deshaun Watson was unstoppable despite playing with backup wide receivers. He played just one drive and completed 5-of-8 passes for 73 yards and a touchdown. “We wanted to start fast,” head coach Bill O’Brien said. “I thought he did a nice job of that. He went down the field. He was 5-for-8, but I think he had three drops on the drive. I thought he did some nice things. We were able to play with a pretty good tempo and get in the end zone. That was good.” Watson is fully recovered from his torn ACL and poised to pick up where he left off last season. Brandon Weeden has earned the confidence of the coaches should he need to step into the huddle. “Weeden is a good voice in the room,” quarterbacks coach Sean Ryan said. “He has experience. He’s very helpful with Deshaun. He’s gone out; he’s done what we asked him. He can throw the ball well, he has natural arm talent, and he knows the offense, which helps to kind of get plugged in and really function with the offense.” Joe Webb has been a playmaker as the third quarterback but remains a long shot to make the roster.

RB: Lamar Miller was held in check in his brief appearance against San Francisco, rushing for just six yards. He should be in line for a huge workload to start the season because none of the backup running backs have shown much. With no indication D’Onta Foreman is nearing a return, Alfred Blue is the top backup. "I think the running back position is all about availability," O'Brien said. "I think if you're available, you're dependable, but if you're never available, it's hard to depend on you. Blue has been an available player for us for most of his career here. That's what we're looking for at running back, guys that are available that are going to be out there every day." Blue struggled against the 49ers with just 17 yards on seven carries. He also fumbled. It is hard to get excited about Blue but he could have significant value should Lamar Miller go down with an injury. Troymaine Pope had a 58-yard return called back due to a penalty.

WR: DeAndre Hopkins didn’t play against the 49ers but got in plenty of reps in joint practices earlier in the week. Hopkins is excited about the potential of the offense this year with Watson at the helm. “The possibilities, what we can do is limitless, not just him and myself, but this whole team," Hopkins said. "He runs this whole team and he does a great job.” Will Fuller was also a healthy scratch against San Francisco, which opened the door for Bruce Ellington to take on a lead role. Watson completed three passes to Ellington on the opening drive for 44 yards and a touchdown. “Bruce is a guy who makes sure that he is open,” Watson said. “He does everything to secure the ball and put me in position to make an easy throw and no defender is around. He catches the ball with strong hands and gets yards after the catch. Bruce is very smart. He’s doing a great job for us.” Watson and Ellington have developed chemistry.

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“We’ve been together for a while now,” Ellington said. “Last year, coming in, it was kind of just me really off the streets. This year, it was going out to L.A., working out together, training together. With D-Hop and Will out, it’s my job to step up and make some plays.” Keke Coutee remains out with a hamstring injury, which means he is likely to start the year as a backup behind Ellington. Braxton Miller caught just three of eight targets and looks like he’s falling behind the competition. Sammie Coates suffered a concussion; which is a shame because he was a favorite target of Brandon Weeden.

TE: It was a tough week for the rookies. Jordan Thomas got the start but wasn’t targeted. Neither was Jordan Akins, who was flagged for offensive pass interference. Ryan Griffin caught a pair of passes from Deshaun Watson on the opening drive. The pecking order at the position is unclear, but Griffin’s experience may win out when push comes to shove.

Defense: The most pleasant surprise of the Texans draft class has been sixth-round edge rusher Duke Ejiofor. He has played like an early round pick, hitting the quarterback three times in the preseason opener and backing that performance up with a quality performance against the 49ers. Ejiofor should make an immediate impact. The Texans are loaded at linebacker, and Zach Cunningham is poised to make a big leap in his second season. Despite adding weight in the offseason, he looks faster than ever and should be a dynamic playmaker. Starting cornerback Kevin Johnson suffered what seemed to be a nasty concussion after hitting his helmet hard on the turf. The Texans can’t afford a lengthy absence from Johnson given the lack of cornerback depth.

K: The team raised eyebrows by signing Nick Rose earlier in the week due to a minor injury for starter Ka’imi Fairbairn. Rose missed an extra point, going 1-for-2 on attempts and made a 31-yard field goal in the second preseason game. As long as Fairbairn is healthy enough to kick in Week 1, he should be the starter, and if he isn’t the team could look elsewhere unless Rose has a better finish to the preseason.

OL: The Texans had all five starters available against the 49ers. Left tackle Julien Davenport is a player on the rise. Right tackle Seantrel Henderson has been playing at a relatively high level. The group did not allow a sack for a second consecutive week. Things weren’t perfect, as left guard Senio Kelemete was susceptible in pass protection; quarterback Deshaun Watson was forced from the pocket on several occasions. The backups, including Chad Slade and David Quessenberry, are demonstrating value and provide quality depth. The line is slowly coming together, but still rates as a lower-tier unit.

Returners: With potential returner Chris Thompson

dealing with the lingering effects of a concussion, the team signed return specialist Quan Bray, who was cut by the Buffalo Bills. Bray's signing may be precautionary, as the team has several candidates beyond Thompson who are all likely to make the final roster.

Texans Depth Chart QB: Deshaun Watson, Brandon Weeden, Joe Webb RB: Lamar Miller, D′Onta Foreman (inj), Alfred Blue, Tyler Ervin, Lavon Coleman, Terry Swanson, Troymaine Pope FB: Jay Prosch WR: DeAndre Hopkins, Will Fuller (PR), Keke Coutee (inj), Braxton Miller, Bruce Ellington, Sammie Coates (inj), Jester Weah, Vyncent Smith, Chris Thompson (KR), DeAndrew White, Montay Crockett, Quan Bray TE: Ryan Griffin, Stephen Anderson, Jordan Akins, Jordan Thomas, MyCole Pruitt, Matt Lengel, Zach Conque, Ryan Malleck LT: Julien Davenport, Kendall Lamm LG: Senio Kelemete C: Nick Martin, Greg Mancz RG: Zach Fulton, Jeff Allen (PUP) RT: Seantrel Henderson, Martinas Rankin K: Ka′imi Fairbairn, Nick Rose NT: D.J. Reader (inj), Carlos Watkins, Chunky Clements, Darius Kilgo DE: J.J. Watt, Christian Covington (inj), Brandon Dunn, Joel Heath, Angelo Blackson, Marcus Hardison, Matt Godin ILB: Benardrick McKinney (M), Zach Cunningham (W), Dylan Cole, Ben Heeney (RFA), Brian Peters (RFA) OLB: Whitney Mercilus, Jadeveon Clowney (J), Brennan Scarlett (inj), Duke Ejiofor, Ufomba Kamalu, Peter Kalambayi, Gimel President, Davin Bellamy, LaTroy Lewis, Kennan Gilchrist CB: Johnathan Joseph, Kevin Johnson, Aaron Colvin, Johnson Bademosi, Jermaine Kelly, Marcus Burley, Johnthan Banks, Josh Thornton, Bryce Jones, Dee Virgin S: Tyrann Mathieu, Kareem Jackson, Justin Reid, Andre Hal, Corey Moore, Ibraheim Campbell, Kurtis Drummond, Treston DeCoud Coaches: Head Coach: Bill OBrien, QB Coach: Sean Ryan, RB Coach: Danny Barrett, WR Coach: John Perry, TE Coach: Tim Kelly, OL Coach: Mike Devlin, SpecTm Coach: Brad Seely, Def Coord: Romeo Crennel, DL Coach: Anthony Weaver, LB Coach: John Pagano, LB Coach: Bobby King, DB Coach: Anthony Midget

Indianapolis Colts

QB: Andrew Luck capped an efficient series of open practices against Baltimore on Saturday by completing 14-of-18 passes with two touchdowns and one interception. He is still working to integrate the deep ball more often into his repertoire but has confidence he can make any throw required. “There were some (deep throws) that I’ve left on the field,” Luck said. “When it started raining a lot (Friday), there were one or two I had, and I was like, ‘I’m going to hold this one in. I’m not sure how it’s going to go.’ The risk-reward in a sense, you have to calculate that, but my arm is not

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holding me back.” Unfortunately, Luck’s positive momentum didn’t carry over into Monday night’s preseason loss to the Ravens. Luck played into the second quarter and completed 6-of-13 passes for 50 yards, sticking mostly to short throws in the middle of the field. He was sacked twice and threw an awful interception in the red zone. “It’s a process that’ll go on forever,” Luck said during an interview with ESPN at halftime. “There’s things today that I did better. There’s things today that I’ve got to work on.” At the start of camp, Colts owner Jim Irsay claimed the team wouldn’t trade backup Jacoby Brissett for a first-round pick. He wasn’t too far off, as it was reported Indianapolis turned down a second-round pick from the Seahawks in exchange for Brissett. While the Colts are thrilled to have Luck back, it’s clear they’re reluctant to go into the season without a contingency plan after their franchise quarterback’s long road back from shoulder surgery.

RB: With Marlon Mack and Robert Turbin nursing multi-week injuries, the team signed Branden Oliver as a camp body. The coaches hope to have Mack back for Week 1 but have rotated Jordan Wilkins, Christine Michael and Nyheim Hines with the first-team offense in his absence. Hines rebounded from a disastrous preseason opener to catch both of Luck’s touchdown passes in Friday’s practice, but was terrible again Monday night against Baltimore, rushing five times for 12 yards and losing yet another fumble on a kickoff return. Michael opened the game with the starting offense on the first three series. He flashed athleticism on some runs but finished with a pedestrian 21 yards on seven carries. Josh Ferguson returned from a hamstring injury on Tuesday and was surprisingly the second back to enter the game after Michael, however, he was limited to one yard on two attempts. After opening Friday’s practice as the starter, Jordan Wilkins didn’t receive a single snap with the first-team offense. He looked sharp, running for 15 yards on his first two attempts, but fumbled the ball into the end zone on a goal-line chance, where Chester Rogers picked it up for the Colts first score of the game. The pecking order remains unclear.

WR: T.Y. Hilton had to leave Friday’s practice with his left shoulder wrapped and iced. The team is calling the injury a shoulder sprain. Hilton did not play Monday night, but his status for the start of the regular season is not currently in doubt. The wide receiver corps was further shaken up Friday when K.J. Brent went down clutching his knee. Any extended absence for Brent strengthens rookie speedster Daurice Fountain’s case for a roster spot. Fountain was targeted twice in the end zone by Jacoby Brissett Monday night but failed to catch a pass. Veteran Kasen Williams is a name to keep an eye on with the recent injuries. At 6-foot-2, 219-pounds, Williams offers differentiation from the smaller players ahead of him on the depth chart. His play at Friday’s practice caught head coach Frank Reich’s attention. “I think he’s got good feet, good short-area quickness,” Reich said. “I think he’s tough and showing good ball

skills.” Williams was quiet Monday night, however, failing to record a catch on one target. Ryan Grant remains locked in as the starter opposite Hilton, while Chester Rogers appears to have locked up slot duties.

TE: Eric Ebron returned to practice Friday after missing a few sessions earlier in the week. He was used primarily on shallow crossing routes Monday night, catching two short passes each from both Luck and Brissett. Jack Doyle continued to operate as a security blanket for Luck and it doesn’t look like Ebron’s presence will ding his fantasy value much, especially with the Colts focusing on the short-to-intermediate passing game. Luck targeted Doyle four times, and the veteran finished with two receptions for 32 yards. Ross Travis led Indianapolis with five targets against the Ravens and made an athletic 22-yard catch worthy of a highlight reel. The strong performance built on a solid Tuesday practice in which Travis caught a touchdown from Luck. The Colts tight end depth chart is stacked, but Travis -- the 6-foot-6 former Penn State basketball player -- is a name to keep an eye on if he can beat out Erik Swoope for a roster spot.

Defense: Starting safety Clayton Geathers made his 2018 debut after concussion, neck, and knee issues limited his availability the last two years. Geathers was impressive, forcing a fumble on punt coverage and shedding a block for a run stop out on the edge in his three series. The team is expecting Malik Hooker, last year’s first-round pick, back on the field for next week’s game against the 49ers. "From the start, when he (Geathers) got back on the field you could just feel his presence," Reich said. "Just thinking about getting excited about getting Hook (Hooker) back out there as well, two playmaking safeties can make a huge difference in a defense. I mean, a huge difference. I know we all know that. You could feel that impact tonight from Clayton." The Colts defense needs all the help it can get after looking shaky against Baltimore’s first-stringers.

OL: Without left tackle Anthony Castonzo, the Colts' offensive line had a rough outing on Monday Night Football against Baltimore. Le'Raven Clark was Castonzo's replacement for the evening and he had a night to forget, allowing multiple pressures and a sack of quarterback Andrew Luck by Terrell Suggs. Castonzo aggravated a knee injury two weeks ago, but he still appears to be on track for the season opener. Without Denzelle Good (hamstring), rookie right tackle Braden Smith got the start over free agent acquisition Austin Howard. Neither of the two had a good night. Smith was called for a drive killing holding penalty while Howard was victimized for a sack. The new-look interior of the line with Quenton Nelson, Ryan Kelly and Matt Slauson is performing well but the tackle situation is an adventure. The Colts' offensive line still grades as a low-tier option.

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Returners: Rookie Nyheim Hines has been atop the depth chart, but after a jittery first preseason game, he needs to start showing more consistency to earn the coaches' trust.

Colts Depth Chart QB: Andrew Luck, Jacoby Brissett, Brad Kaaya, Phillip Walker RB: Marlon Mack (KR), Robert Turbin (SD/FB)(susp), Nyheim Hines (3RB/KR/PR), Jordan Wilkins, Christine Michael, Josh Ferguson, Branden Oliver WR: T.Y. Hilton (PR), Ryan Grant, Chester Rogers, Daurice Fountain, James Wright, K.J. Brent, Kasen Williams, Steve Ishmael, Zach Pascal, Krishawn Hogan, Seantavius Jones, Cobi Hamilton, Deon Cain (IR), Kolby Listenbee (IR) TE: Jack Doyle, Eric Ebron, Erik Swoope, Ross Travis, Darrell Daniels, Mo Alie-Cox LT: Anthony Castonzo, Joe Haeg, LeRaven Clark, Tyreek Burwell LG: Quenton Nelson, Jeremy Vujnovich, Mark Glowinski C: Ryan Kelly, Deyshawn Bond RG: Matt Slauson, Braden Smith RT: JMarcus Webb, Austin Howard, Denzelle Good K: Adam Vinatieri, Mike Badgley DT: Al Woods (NT), Denico Autry, Grover Stewart (NT), Tyquan Lewis, Hassan Ridgeway, Rakeem Nunez-Roches (NT), Tomasi Laulile (NT) DE: Jabaal Sheard, Kemoko Turay, Tarell Basham, John Simon, Chris McCain, Margus Hunt, Anthony Johnson MLB: Anthony Walker, Skai Moore, Zaire Franklin OLB: Darius Leonard (W), Najee Goode (S), Antonio Morrison (S), Tyrell Adams (W), Matthew Adams (W), Jeremiah George (S), William Ossai, Johnathan Calvin (IR) CB: Kenny Moore II, Pierre Desir, Quincy Wilson, Nate Hairston, Christopher Milton, Robert Jackson, D.J. White, Henre′ Tolliver, Lashard Durr S: Malik Hooker (FS), Clayton Geathers (SS), Mathias Farley (SS), T.J. Green (FS/CB), Ronald Martin, Chris Cooper, Shamarko Thomas, George Odum Coaches: Head Coach: Frank Reich, Off Coord: Nick Sirianni, RB Coach: Tom Rathman, WR Coach: Kevin Patullo, TE Coach: Tom Manning, OL Coach: Dave DeGuglielmo, SpecTm Coach: Bubba Ventrone, Def Coord: Matt Eberflus, DL Coach: Mike Phair, LB Coach: Dave Borgonzi, DB Coach: Alan Williams, DB Coach: Jonathan Gannon

Jacksonville Jaguars

QB: Blake Bortles has a history of doubters that like to point the finger to his turnover potential, and that will be precisely what they criticize this week after he threw a first-quarter interception on Saturday. The single turnover is an unfair measuring stick; Bortles has been effective during training camp. He rebounded with a 12-play, 70-yard touchdown drive and finished the night with 159 passing yards. Head coach Doug Marrone has no concerns. “We went down the field and had a nice drive, and now it’s a third down where you’re really thinking, ‘Hey, if we don’t get this touchdown we’re probably going to have to kick the field goal there,” Marrone said. “Like

I’ve said before the value of Blake that probably gets overlooked a lot is his ability to run. He runs it down to the one, and then we go for it.”

RB: There is growing excitement for the combined might of Leonard Fournette, T.J. Yeldon, and Corey Grant. This weekend it was Yeldon’s turn to shine. He carried ten times for 39 yards and caught five passes for 73 more. Even with Fournette atop the depth chart (clearly), Yeldon will have value. “He’s been awesome,” Bortles said. “We know he’s a guy who can do some stuff out of the backfield. He’s really good on third-down protections. The more we give him the ball in base, you’re able to watch him run and see the things he can do.” Both Fournette and Yeldon look to have prominent roles on third down and be on the field at the same time. Add in Corey Grant’s explosiveness, and this may be the best trio of backs in the entire league.

WR: The Jaguars may not have a superstar or even a big-name player like Allen Robinson or even Allen Hurns on the roster right now, but they certainly have talent at the position. Marqise Lee, Keelan Cole, and Dede Westbrook look like they are locked into the top three spots but Donte Moncrief and D.J. Chark have designs on moving up the pecking order. Even Rashad Greene, DeAndre Smelter, and Jaydon Mickens are pushing the top guys at every practice. Both Lee and Cole have been relatively quiet in preseason games, but they are still receiving their fair share of buzz from the beat writers for their strong camps. One local reporter called D.J. Chark the “most impressive receiver in camp, routinely making catches over defensive backs – including against Jalen Ramsey and A.J. Bouye.”

TE: Austin Seferian-Jenkins sat out against the Vikings this week. The oft-injured newcomer appears to be getting the veteran’s treatment because he’s not dealing with any official injury designation. He remains at the top of the depth chart and should be a vital weapon.

Defense: The defense is playing at a high level and held the Vikings first-team offense to just 67 first-half yards. The defense’s stout play is all the more impressive because Marcell Dareus, Tashaun Gipson, Jalen Ramsey, and Dante Fowler all sat out. There’s a reason Jacksonville is the consensus choice for the No. 1 defense in the league; they have depth at every position with plenty of shutdown power. Defensive end Yannick Ngakoue has been dominant so far in camp and looks to continue to establish himself as an elite pass rusher.

OL: The team fielded a makeshift line against the Vikings because left guard Andrew Norwell and right tackle Jermey Parnell missed the game. The line was further juggled when center Brandon Linder left with a knee injury. Tyler Shatley replaced Linder and played well. Linder’s injury is minor, and he should return soon. Swing tackle Josh Wells had a rough performance in

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place of Parnell, allowing a sack and incurring a holding penalty. Even though Norwell (knee), Parnell (calf) and rookie Will Richardson (shoulder) have yet to play in the preseason, the beat writers are convinced it’s merely conservatism on the coaches part. Assuming the lineup is intact for opening day, it’s among the league’s best.

Returners: Kickoff returns will probably be handled by Marqise Lee and Corey Grant, both of whom are locks to make the final roster. The punt return competition is less clear. Dede Westbrook is a capable returner who is assured a roster spot, but both Jaydon Mickens and Rashad Greene are battling for the final wide receiver spot. Whoever makes it will play a role on special teams, and Greene might have given himself a significant boost in the competition with a 56-yard punt return against the Vikings.

Jaguars Depth Chart QB: Blake Bortles, Cody Kessler, Tanner Lee RB: Leonard Fournette, T.J. Yeldon (3RB), Corey Grant (KR), Brandon Wilds, Tim Cook FB: Tommy Bohanon, Lamar Atkins WR: Marqise Lee (KR), Keelan Cole, Dede Westbrook (PR), D.J. Chark, Donte Moncrief, Rashad Greene (PR), Allen Lazard, Jaydon Mickens, Shane Wynn, Tevaun Smith, DeAndre Smelter TE: Austin Seferian-Jenkins, James O′Shaughnessy, Niles Paul, Ben Koyack, David Grinnage LT: Cam Robinson, Josh Wells LG: Andrew Norwell, Josh Walker C: Brandon Linder, Tyler Shatley RG: AJ Cann, Chris Reed RT: Jermey Parnell, Will Richardson K: Josh Lambo DT: Malik Jackson, Marcell Dareus (NT), Abry Jones (NT), Taven Bryan, Michael Bennett, Eli Ankou, Sealver Siliga DE: Calais Campbell, Yannick Ngakoue, Dante Fowler Jr., Dawaune Smoot, Kapron Lewis-Moore, Carroll Phillips, Hunter Dimick MLB: Myles Jack, Brooks Ellis OLB: Telvin Smith (W), Leon Jacobs (S), Blair Brown (S), Donald Payne, Lerentee McCray, Deon King, Andrew Motuapuaka CB: Jalen Ramsey (inj), A.J. Bouye, D.J. Hayden, Dexter McDougle, Jalen Myrick, Tyler Patmon, Dee Delaney, Quenton Meeks, Josh Johnson, Sammy Seamster S: Barry Church (SS), Tashaun Gipson (FS), Ronnie Harrison (SS), Don Carey, Jarrod Wilson (FS), Cody Davis, Donald Payne, Charlie Miller Coaches: Head Coach: Doug Marrone, Off Coord: Nathaniel Hackett, QB Coach: Scott Milanovich, RB Coach: Tyrone Wheatley, WR Coach: Keenan McCardell, TE Coach: Ron Middleton, OL Coach: Pat Flaherty, SpecTm Coach: Joe DeCamillis, Def Coord: Todd Wash, DL Coach: Marion Hobby, LB Coach: Mark Collins, DB Coach: Perry Fewell

Kansas City Chiefs

QB: Patrick Mahomes made headlines this weekend with a bomb to Tyreek Hill that covered 69-yards from pitch-to-catch. Mahomes made the throw after avoiding pressure and delivering with defenders making a sandwich of him. It’s a significant play because Mahomes has repeatedly shown that if his receivers continue running to open space, he will find them – and often behind the defense for huge plays. Another recurring theme is that he’s making throws that most quarterbacks can’t make. His scrambling ability and willingness to place the ball where his receivers can use their athletic ability to high-point the football has been a recurring sight in camp. Mahomes’ play has progressively gotten sharper and finished on a high note. Although his bomb to Hill against Atlanta is the highlight of the summer, Andy Reid has praised Mahomes for his touch throws, and accuracy with difficult sideline throws. Chad Henne has performed consistently enough to earn the backup job. He’s been good at identifying the open receiver and attacking downfield with accuracy.

RB: Spencer Ware has been allowed to participate in practice, and looks like he never underwent a delicate knee surgery. He didn’t play against the Falcons but ran with the second-team throughout the week. His volume of work is increasing, and there’s speculation he’ll play in the third preseason game. Damien Williams suffered a shoulder injury early in the week, which has allowed rookie Darrell Williams to make an impression with the coaches.

WR: Sammy Watkins is still in the process of gaining comfort with Mahomes and the offense. Coordinator Eric Bienemy says that Tyreek Hill’s dominance of targets this summer is not an indication that he’ll catch more passes than Watkins this year. Watkins earned some mild criticism from Reid after the Falcons game because he didn’t come back enough to the ball on a redzone throw. Marcus Kemp has chemistry with Mahomes and performed well enough to earn first-team reps during the final three days of training camp. Although Kemp will receive some playing time this year, it’s likely to come in relief of the starters.

TE: Other than Travis Kelce making an eye-opening sideline grab against Atlanta on a tight-window throw, there isn’t anything new to report about tight ends.

Defense: Rookie linebacker Breeland Speaks has put his power on display throughout the preseason. Although he hasn’t earned a sack, he’s routinely collapsing the pocket and pressuring the quarterback. Speaks has performed well against the run, which hasn’t been veteran Dee Ford’s strength. Rookie Derrick Nnadi returned from an elbow injury to deliver a three-tackle and one-sack performance against Atlanta, including a fourth-down stop in the red zone. Safety Armani Watts could earn time in the starting lineup this fall if the Eric Berry’s return from an Achilles injury lasts into the

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regular season. The Chiefs granted Robert Golden’s release upon the cornerback’s request because he didn’t like his fit with the team as a second-teamer. In what was described as an unrelated move, the Chiefs signed veteran cornerback Orlando Scandrick. Kendall Fuller is performing well as the top cornerback and showcased those skills with a fourth-down pass breakup in Atlanta.

OL: The line was down a starter for against the Falcons, as right guard Laurent Duvernay-Tardif is in the league’s concussion protocol. Andrew Wylie got the start in his place. The first-team played 21 snaps and kept Patrick Mahomes safe. The starting offense scored points for the first time in the preseason, and the line as a whole had a near-perfect performance in pass protection. The run blocking without Duvernay-Tardif was below average. Left guard Cameron Erving was blown up on a running play which resulted in an 8-yard-loss for Kareem Hunt. Penalties were also an issue, as center Mitch Morse was flagged for holding and right tackle Mitchell Schwartz committed an illegal formation penalty which brought back a touchdown. The line is solidly in the NFL’s upper echelon.

Returners: The team remains comfortable at returner with experienced veterans Tyreek Hill handling punts and DeAnthony Thomas handling kickoffs. Undrafted rookie Tremon Smith is pushing for a roster spot but is likely on the outside looking in at this point.

Chiefs Depth Chart QB: Patrick Mahomes, Chad Henne, Matt McGloin, Chase Litton RB: Kareem Hunt, Spencer Ware, Damien Williams, Charcandrick West, Kerwynn Williams, George Atkinson III, Akeem Hunt (IR) FB: Anthony Sherman, Anthony Firkser, JD Moore WR: Tyreek Hill (PR), Sammy Watkins, Demarcus Robinson (KR/PR), Chris Conley, Jehu Chesson, De′Anthony Thomas (KR), Daniel Braverman, Byron Pringle, Gehrig Dieter, Marcus Kemp, Elijah Marks TE: Travis Kelce, Demetrius Harris (susp), Orson Charles, Jace Amaro, Tim Wright, Dillon Gordon, Blake Mack, Alex Ellis LT: Eric Fisher, Parker Ehinger LG: Cameron Erving, Kahlil McKensie C: Mitch Morse, Jordan Devey RG: Laurent Duvernay-Tardif, Brian Witzmann RT: Mitchell Schwartz K: Harrison Butker NT: Xavier Williams, Derrick Nnadi, Justin Hamilton, Kahlil McKenzie, Stefan Charles, T.Y. McGill, Josh Augusta DE: Chris Jones, Allen Bailey, Tanoh Kpassagnon, Breeland Speaks, Jarvis Jenkins, Mike Purcell ILB: Reggie Ragland, Anthony Hitchens, Dorian O′Daniel, Terrance Smith OLB: Justin Houston (inj), Dee Ford (inj), Frank Zombo, Ukeme Eligwe, Tyrone Holmes CB: David Amerson, Kendall Fuller, Steven Nelson (inj), Eric Murray, Orlando Scandrick, Tremon Smith, Keith Baxter, Makinton Dorleant, Sheldon Price, Arrion Springs, Will

Redmond, Keith Reaser, Ashton Lampkin, D′Montre Wade S: Eric Berry (FS), Daniel Sorenson (SS), Armani Watts, Leon McQuay, Devin Chappell, Jordan Sterns Coaches: Head Coach: Andy Reid, Off Coord: Eric Bieniemy, QB Coach: Mike Kafka, RB Coach: Deland McCullough, WR Coach: Greg Lewis, TE Coach: Tom Melvin, OL Coach: Andy Heck, SpecTm Coach: Dave Toub, Def Coord: Bob Sutton, DL Coach: Brett Reid, LB Coach: Mike Smith, LB Coach: Mark DeLeone, DB Coach: Emmitt Thomas, DB Coach: Al Harris

Los Angeles Chargers

QB: Philip Rivers has had a quiet camp, which isn’t a bad thing for a proven veteran trying to stay healthy for the regular season push. Rivers was efficient in the first two drives of the second preseason game, connecting with Tyrell Williams, Melvin Gordon, and Keenan Allen before exiting the game. Geno Smith relieved Rivers and is well ahead of Cardale Jones for the No. 2 role. Smith was decisive outside of one sack, managing to get the ball out of his hands or stepping up to run when the pocket broke down. He was decisive and threw a confident strike to Virgil Green across the middle. Cardale Jones had a rocky performance. He was called for delay of game, sacked twice, and pulled the ball down quickly when deciding to run. While Jones rushed for 41 yards, he is still a work in progress as a pocket passer.

RB: Melvin Gordon ran ten times for 35 yards, caught two passes for 18 yards, and scored a touchdown against the Seahawks. Austin Ekeler missed the game with a sore calf but would have played if it were the regular season. With Ekeler out, Detrez Newsome shouldered a massive workload; he carried the ball 19 times for 78 yards and caught three passes for 22 yards. Seventh-round rookie Justin Jackson returned to practice after missing time with a hamstring injury but did not get to play against Seattle. Jackson needs to turn up the heat if he has a realistic shot at the 53-man roster.

WR: Mike Williams has yet to play with the first-team offense through the first two preseason games. The Chargers have primarily played in 3-WR sets; with the starting trio of Keenan Allen, Tyrell Williams, and Travis Benjamin. Allen and Benjamin were quiet against Seatle, but Tyrell Williams flashed for a jump ball catch when pressure forced Rivers off schedule. The throw demonstrated the trust Rivers has in Tyrell Williams. Mike Williams caught a touchdown on an endzone jump ball, where he is at his best. He has flashed at times during camp, especially in one-on-one drills, but his lack of snaps with the first-team is concerning. Artavis Scott had two catches for big chunks of yardage but is far behind Benjamin in the competition for the primary slot role.

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TE: Paging Antonio Gates, please report to the Chargers locker room, ASAP. Until (if?) the Chargers sign Gates, the tight end position is a liability. Virgil Green started and had two catches, but he is not a difference maker. The rest of the depth chart hasn’t distinguished themselves.

Defense: Rookie safety Derwin James has struggled in camp, with questions about his fit within the scheme and ability to learn the playbook. The safety position has been problematic for the Chargers this season, most recently Jaylen Watkins tearing his ACL against the Seahawks. The secondary allowed catches of 52, 45, and 39 yards against Seattle. Joey Bosa also missed practice time with a foot injury and was held out of the Seahawks game.

K: The team might have squandered $1 million by signing Caleb Sturgis to a two-year deal and guaranteeing that amount. Roberto Aguayo is “on his way to winning” the job according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter after making all three extra point attempts and a 39-yard field goal in the second preseason game. The competition isn’t over, but it sounds like it is Aguayo’s to lose at this point.

OL: The first-team offensive line had a good performance against Seattle. Running back Melvin Gordon found running room between left guard Dan Feeney and center Mike Pouncey on his two-yard touchdown. The tackle duo of Russell Okung and Joe Barksdale are underrated, and Michael Schofield has transitioned smoothly from tackle to right guard. Earlier in the week, Forrest Lamp was activated from the PUP list; he could see action in the next preseason game. The unit is not quite elite, as it can be compromised around the edge in pass protection, but grades as a well above-average group.

Returners: Undrafted players face an uphill climb to make their team's final 53-man roster, but receiver J.J. Jones certainly got off on the right foot with a 72-yard punt return touchdown against the Seahawks. He read the right crease and then turned on the afterburners. The team has experienced returners like Desmond King and Travis Benjamin who are likely to make the roster, but with Jones could push for the job.

Chargers Depth Chart QB: Philip Rivers, Cardale Jones, Geno Smith, Nic Shimonek RB: Melvin Gordon, Austin Ekeler, Justin Jackson, Russ Hansbrough, Detrez Newsome FB: Derek Watt WR: Keenan Allen, Tyrell Williams, Mike Williams, Travis Benjamin (PR), Geremy Davis, Artavis Scott, Dylan Cantrell, Nelson Spruce, J.J. Jones (KR/PR), Andre Patton, Justice Ligggins TE: Virgil Green, Braedon Bowman, Sean Culkin, Cole Hunt, Ben Johnson, Hunter Henry (IR) LT: Russell Okung

LG: Dan Feeney, Donavon Clark C: Mike Pouncey, Scott Quessenberry , Spencer Pulley RG: Forrest Lamp RT: Joe Barksdale, Michael Schofield, Sam Tevi K: Caleb Sturgis, Roberto Aguayo DT: Corey Liuget (susp), Brandon Mebane (NT), Darius Philon, Damion Square, Justin Jones, Bijhon Jackson, Steven Richardson DE: Joey Bosa (inj), Melvin Ingram, Isaac Rochell, Chris Landrum, Albert Havili, Whitney Richardson, Patrick Afriyie MLB: Denzel Perryman, Hayes Pullard, Nick Dzubnar OLB: Jatavis Brown (W), Kyle Emanuel (S), Kyzir White (W/S), Uchenna Nwosu, James Onwualu, D′Juan Hines CB: Casey Hayward, Trevor Williams (inj), Desmond King (FS/CB/KR), Michael Davis, Tony Brown, Craig Mager, Brandon Facyson, Channing Stribling, B.J. Clay, Jeff Richards, Marcus Edmond, Jason Verrett (IR) S: Jahleel Addae (SS), Derwin James (FS), Rayshawn Jenkins (FS), Adrian Phillips (FS), A.J. Hendy, Jaylen Watkins (IR) Coaches: Head Coach: Anthony Lynn, Off Coord: Ken Whisenhunt, QB Coach: Shane Steichen, RB Coach: Alfredo Roberts, WR Coach: Phil McGeoghan, TE Coach: Rip Scherer, OL Coach: Pat Meyer, SpecTm Coach: George Stewart, Def Coord: Gus Bradley, DL Coach: Giff Smith, LB Coach: Richard Smith, DB Coach: Ron Milus

Los Angeles Rams

QB: Jared Goff didn’t play against the Raiders, as both teams played close to the vest because they face each other early in the regular season. Every beat writer has a different view on which receiver has the best rapport with Goff; it’s an ‘eye of the beholder’ thing. What’s important is Goff has three receivers he trusts and can make plays if given the appropriate target share. Unlike many quarterbacks, Goff’s value can sustain a season-ending loss to one of his starting receivers; it’s an enviable position. The competition between Sean Mannion and Brandon Allen for the No. 2 spot has been lackluster. Mannion started against the Raiders and completed 10-of-16 passes for 84 yards. He missed on multiple throws and had two balls nearly intercepted. His best throw was a contested throw to KhaDarel Hodge for 47 yards. Allen took over and was even worse. He completed 6-of-11 passes for 68 yards, no touchdowns, and an interception. He made poor decisions and threw some uncatchable balls. Rams fans should be nervous about the backup situation, although quite a few NFL teams could say the same thing.

RB: Todd Gurley sat against the Raiders, along with the other starters. He has nothing to prove in the preseason, and has one job – remain healthy. Some beat writers have speculated Malcolm Brown could be the odd man out when the roster is finalized, however, Brown got the start against Oakland and played three series. He found his best success on the final series, with two solid interior runs and a toss to the perimeter where he

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was able to get to the sideline for a first down. Rookie John Kelly came in on the fourth series and led the team with 56 yards and a touchdown. Kelly appeared to fumble on the touchdown but was able to recover the ball in the end zone. He also had a nice one-handed catch on a screen pass. Kelly and Brown are different stylistically, as Brown is a dependable, decisive runner while Kelly is a physical runner who invites contact. Kelly has capitalized on Justin Davis’ lingering hamstring injury, and the coaches have taken notice.

WR: Brandin Cooks, Robert Woods, and Cooper Kupp all sat again this week. All three are having impressive camps, and there’s no clear separation regarding roles yet. Every beat writer seems to have their own interpretation of who is the No. 1, and who – if any – will take a backseat. The backups struggled against the Raiders, with KhaDarel Hodge the lone standout. Hodge made two nice catches, including the aforementioned 47-yarder. Fred Brown struggled, and Josh Reynolds missed the week with an ankle injury.

TE: Tyler Higbee made consecutive touchdown receptions in red zone drills during practice with the first team offense and was given the night off against Oakland along with the other starters. Higbee’s career has been underwhelming to date, but this may be the year things click particularly in the red zone. With Gerald Everett still out with a shoulder injury, the motley crew of Temarrick Hemmingway, Henry Krieger-Coble, and Johnny Mundt combined for four catches and 49 yards.

Defense: Coach Sean McVay denied that the Rams are close to a contract extension with Aaron Donald. “I’ve seen a lot of reports out there, but that’s news to us. So, no news on that front for us. Same thing as just the dialogue, but as far as anything that’s changed, it hasn’t changed,” said the coach. Junior Galette visited the Rams on Monday but left without a contract, moving onto Seattle on Tuesday.

K: Greg Zuerlein missed from 48 yards out against the Raiders on his first field goal attempt in a game since December after back surgery sidelined him, but he bounced back to make 42- and 28-yard attempts and both extra point attempts. He also had good distance on his kickoffs. He looks ready to go for the regular season.

OL: Both the Rams and Raiders coaches rested their starters and ran vanilla schemes in their preseason game; probably because they play each other early in the regular season. The only Rams starter to play was right guard Jamon Brown, who is getting reps before he is suspended the first two games of the season for violating the league’s substance abuse policy. Austin Blythe, usually the backup center, appears to be the front-runner to start in Brown’s place. Rookie Joe Noteboom out of TCU saw time at both tackle spots, and

is considered a viable replacement for Brown, too, but hasn’t been given snaps at that position yet. Rookie Jamil Demby could also push his way into the conversation. The Rams line is among the league’s best.

Returners: All-Pro Pharoh Cooper returns to the role he dominated last year. The Rams had the best starting field position in the NFL a season ago.

Rams Depth Chart QB: Jared Goff, Sean Mannion, Brandon Allen, Luis Perez RB: Todd Gurley, John Kelly, Malcolm Brown, Justin Davis FB: Zach Laskey WR: Brandin Cooks, Robert Woods, Cooper Kupp, Josh Reynolds, Pharoh Cooper (KR/PR), Michael Thomas, Fred Brown TE: Gerald Everett, Tyler Higbee, Temarrick Hemingway, Johnny Mundt, Henry Krieger-Coble LT: Andrew Whitworth, Joe Noteboom, Cornelius Lucas LG: Rodger Saffold, Jamil Demby C: John Sullivan, Brian Allen RG: Jamon Brown, Austin Blythe RT: Rob Havenstein, Darrell Williams K: Greg Zuerlein, Sam Ficken NT: Ndamukong Suh, Dalton Keene DE: Aaron Donald, Michael Brockers, Ethan Westbrooks, Dominique Easley, John Franklin-Myers, Justin Lawler, Ryan Davis, Sebastian Joseph, Tanzel Smart, Morgan Fox (IR) ILB: Mark Barron (W), Cory Littleton, Ramik Wilson, Micah Kiser, Bryce Hager, Tegray Scales OLB: Samson Ebukam, Matt Longacre (RFA), Trevon Young, Ogbonnia Okoronkwo (inj), Carlos Thompson, Travin Howard, Ejuan Price, Taurean Nixon CB: Marcus Peters, Aqib Talib, Nickell Robey-Coleman, Dominique Hatfield, Sam Shields, Blake Countess, Taurean Nixon, Troy Hill, Kevin Peterson (IR) S: Lamarcus Joyner, John Johnson, Marqui Christian, Isaiah Johnson, Charles Williams Coaches: Head Coach: Sean McVay, QB Coach: Zac Taylor, RB Coach: Skip Peete, WR Coach: Eric Yarber, TE Coach: Shane Waldron, OL Coach: Aaron Kromer, SpecTm Coach: John Fassel, Def Coord: Wade Philips, DL Coach: Bill Johnson, LB Coach: Joe Barry, DB Coach: Aubrey Pleasant, DB Coach: Ejiro Evero

Miami Dolphins

QB: Ryan Tannehill and the starting offense moved the ball well between the 20s but bogged down in the red zone against the Carolina Panthers. Tannehill was efficient, completing 14-of-17 passes for 100 yards, with most of the passes coming on short routes. The lack of deep passes can partially be chalked up to Miami playing without both Kenny Stills and DeVante Parker. However, Tannehill has rightly been criticized in past seasons for his lack of aggressiveness, and he will need to get the deep ball working for the offense to reach its full potential. Tannehill did show excellent accuracy and

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poise in the pocket. He had success again running the hurry up, no-huddle offense. Head coach Adam Gase talked about how the team frequently practices in the no-huddle format. “You just try to have as many options as you can to keep the defense off balance,” Gase said. “When we want to be in an attacking mode, we jump into something like that and try to put pressure on the defense.” Brock Osweiler was the first quarterback off of the bench but continued his horrid play. David Fales and Bryce Petty haven’t been much better, but Fales looks like the best option behind Tannehill. If any of these backups have to start for an extended period, the Dolphins are in trouble.

RB: Kenyan Drake started and played into the second quarter, logging 23 snaps. He had 54 rushing yards, including a pair of highlight runs where he made something out of nothing. His play on Friday night was a reminder of just how dynamic he can be. Drake has huge fantasy upside if he can stay healthy. While there is some legitimate concern about Frank Gore and Kalen Ballage keeping Drake from being a real workhorse, he is the team’s most talented offensive player. Frank Gore was again held out of preseason action but may make his debut in Week 3; he’s begging Gase to play. “Do I need to see him? I don’t. But he’s driving me insane right now,” Gase said during his press conference on Sunday.

WR: DeVante Parker has been out with a broken middle finger but should return for Week 1. Kenny Stills was also held out on Friday night with an ankle injury but is expected to play this week against the Ravens. “He should be ready next week unless we have some kind of setback,” Gase said “He’s been doing a lot. It was kind of a combination of what happened last week — We didn’t really know about it, but he got hit pretty hard on his calf. That just kinda combined with the ankle sprain. His calf was pretty nasty, too.” With Parker and Stills out, Albert Wilson and Jakeem Grant lined up outside. Wilson played every snap with the starters, catching five passes for 39 yards. Grant played 28-of-29 snaps with the starters and led the team with four catches for 45 yards. The starters played 25-of-29 snaps in 3-WR sets with Danny Amendola in the slot. Francis Owusu and Isaiah Ford are battling for the last roster spot; the battle has been intense.

TE: It may not be official yet, but Mike Gesicki looks like he will be the Week 1 starter. He played 22 snaps with the starters but failed to catch a reception for the second consecutive week. “He had his ups and downs,” Gase said of Gesicki’s performance against Carolina. “I’m always probably going to be a little hard on him because we’re putting him in a lot of positions to pass protect, run blocking, those type of things. We’ll get to the passing game when we need to get to the passing game.” Gesicki is working hard on pass protection, which was a liability coming into the league and the key to becoming a full-time player. Top backup MarQueis Gray has been

out with a concussion, giving A.J Derby an opportunity to push for a bigger role.

Defense: There are a few difference makers on the defensive roster. Safety Reshad Jones and defensive end Robert Quinn are Pro Bowlers. Quinn was great against Carolina, notching a pair of sacks. Cameron Wake is 35-years old but still has natural pass-rushing ability. Cornerback Xavien Howard is well on his way to elite status, as well. He makes plays on a daily basis, including a leaping interception and long return against the Panthers. Beyond those four, the defense has more questions than answers. There’s depth at defensive tackle, but no clear difference maker. The team routinely allows big gains up the middle. Linebacker is a weak spot. Raekwon McMillan played every snap with the starters on Friday and is being counted on to solidify the unit. However, he wasn’t fleet of foot even before suffering a torn ACL last season and might not have the speed to hold up as a starter. McMillan made some plays on Friday night but was also directly responsible for two long touchdowns. He filled the wrong gap on Christian McCaffrey’s long touchdown run up the gut and let tight end Ian Thomas blow by him for a long touchdown catch. Kiko Alonso is locked in as a starter but has often struggled in coverage as well. Rookie Jerome Baker, a freakish athlete, was drafted to solve some of the coverage issues and looks like he will be a Week 1 starter. He is a work in progress, but Miami will have to live with his mistakes because there aren’t any other good options. The outside cornerback spot across from Howard is also a problem. Tony Lippett is injured, and Cordrea Tankersley has been awful. The coaches are high on rookie Minkah Fitzpatrick, but he doesn’t have the speed to hold up outside and is better suited to play the slot with the nickel defense. All of which has forced the Dolphins to move Bobby McCain, their 5-foot-9 slot specialist, outside. It is not ideal, and McCain could struggle matched up with taller receivers.

K: The kicker battle didn’t get much clearer in the second preseason game. Seventh-round pick Jason Sanders hit from 42, 32, and 29 yards, and undrafted free agent Greg Joseph made his lone field goal attempt from 54 yards. Sanders made two kicks from 61 yards in practice on August 12, although Joseph also converted from 61 yards in practice earlier this summer. This one is still too close to call.

OL: The line had a rough performance against Carolina. Right guard Jesse Davis was called for a holding penalty during the first drive and left tackle Laremy Tunsil was also flagged for holding on first-and-goal from the four-yard line. Both penalties proved to be drive-killing mistakes. During one play, center Daniel Kilgore was pushed back by the defensive nose tackle into running back Kenyon Drake as he was taking the handoff. Drake somehow managed to escape a would-be tackle-for-loss on the way to a 32-yard-run, but the line needs to

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generate better push up front and eliminate mistakes if they hope to be perceived as above average.

Returners: Few new reports are coming out of Miami, where wide receiver Jakeem Grant remains entrenched as the top returner, and Senorise Perry is the top backup.

Dolphins Depth Chart QB: Ryan Tannehill, David Fales, Brock Osweiler, Bryce Petty RB: Kenyan Drake, Frank Gore, Kalen Ballage, Senorise Perry (KR), Brandon Radcliff, Buddy Howell, Jeremy Langford WR: Kenny Stills, DeVante Parker (inj), Danny Amendola, Albert Wilson, Jakeem Grant (KR/PR), Isaiah Ford, Leonte Carroo, Rashawn Scott, Drew Morgan, Francis Owusu, Malcolm Lewis TE: A.J. Derby, Mike Gesicki, MarQueis Gray, Durham Smythe, Thomas Duarte, Gavin Escobar LT: Laremy Tunsil, Sam Young LG: Josh Sitton, Ted Larsen C: Daniel Kilgore, Jake Brendel RG: Jesse Davis, Isaac Asiata RT: JaWuan James K: Jason Sanders, Greg Joseph DT: Davon Godchaux, Charles Harris (DE), Akeem Spence, Jordan Phillips, Vincent Taylor, Jamiyus Pittman, Anthony Moten DE: Robert Quinn, Cameron Wake, Andre Branch, William Hayes, Cameron Malveaux, Jonathan Woodard, Kendall Langford, Quincy Redmon, Claudy Mathieu MLB: Raekwon McMillan, Mike Hull (inj), Terence Garvin OLB: Kiko Alonso (W), Jerome Baker (S/W), Stephone Anthony (W), Chase Allen (S), Quentin Poling, Cayson Collins, Frank Ginda CB: Xavien Howard, Torry McTyver, Cordrea Tankersley, Bobby McCain, Tony Lippett, Cornell Armstrong, Walt Aikens, Jordan Lucas, Taveze Calhoun, Johnathan Alston, Jalen Davis S: Reshad Jones (SS), T.J. McDonald (SS), Minkah Fitzpatrick (FS/CB), Maurice Smith, Trae Elston Coaches: Head Coach: Adam Gase, Off Coord: Dowell Loggains, QB Coach: Bo Hardegree, RB Coach: Eric Studesville, WR Coach: Ben Johnson, WR Coach: Shawn Jefferson, TE Coach: Shane Day, OL Coach: Jeremiah Washburn, SpecTm Coach: Darren Rizzi, Def Coord: Matt Burke, DL Coach: Kris Kocurek, LB Coach: Frank Bush, DB Coach: Tony Oden

Minnesota Vikings

QB: It is a good thing Week 2 of the preseason isn’t necessarily a predictor of regular season success, because Kirk Cousins only completed 3-of-8 passes for 12 yards against the Jaguars. “There were a couple of misthrows, a couple of fumbles, a couple of penalties. I think it was kind of the gamut,” Cousins said. “When you do that, it’s hard to move the football. I think so many times, you have to play flawless in terms of execution to give yourself a chance.” Last week against the Broncos it was a completely different story as

Cousins looked flawless. “I think he can play a lot better,” Zimmer said of Cousins. Cousins followed it up with this, “Probably not the worst thing, in the long run, to realize we’ve got a lot of work to do. If you want to call it a wake-up call, that’s fine, but it’ll get us ready to go when we get back on Monday.”

RB: The coaching staff continues to take it slow with Dalvin Cook as they can’t afford a setback leading up to the regular season. Latavius Murray got the start against the Jaguars and had a forgettable game; he ran for a measly 12 yards on six carries with a pair of fumbles. “I’m just trying to make plays,” Murray said. “I will be better; I’m not going to run afraid or anything like that. I’m going to try and run to score and make plays, but I’ve got to take care of the ball.” The No. 3 competition continues as Mack Brown, Mike Boone, and Roc Thomas have all shown well at different points during training camp. Thomas stole the show last week in Denver, and this week it was Boone who rushed for 91 yards and a touchdown. Coach Mike Zimmer said it’s too early to discuss how carries will be divided, but “[Murray and Cook will] both be factors.” “We’ll see how this works out, but right now we’re just getting better,” Murray said. “Whoever is in there needs to make plays whether it’s me or him.”

WR: Adam Thielen and Stefon Diggs are unquestionably talented, but they’re still trying to get on the same page with Kirk Cousins. There have been plenty of encouraging moments throughout the summer for the trio but this week was a bit of a letdown, most notably against the Jaguars. Diggs was targeted once and Thielen thrice, and the four targets equated to zero catches. Look for them to get back on track next week in the dress rehearsal game. Laquon Treadwell continues to turn his career around and is positioned to hold onto the No. 3 role. With both Thielen and Diggs as the main attractions, Treadwell will have plenty of value if he can gain Cousins’ trust. He caught both of his targets against the Jaguars.

TE: Backup Josiah Price is out for the year with a knee injury he suffered in practice. Kyle Rudolph had another quiet week and went catch-less against Jacksonville.

Defense: Danielle Hunter started at right defensive end in place of Everson Griffen and was productive. He finished the game with a sack and had continuous pressure on Blake Bortles. Defensive tackle Jaleel Johnson put in some good work with four solo tackles and three assists along with a tackle for loss. The team is counting on Johnson and Sheldon Richardson this year after they let both Shamar Stephen and Tom Johnson walk in free agency.

K: Kai Forbath’s attempt to hold off fifth-round pick Daniel Carlson is over. Forbath clanged a 41-yard kick off of the uprights but did make a 44-yarder. Still,

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Carlson took over the kicking duties after Forbath missed in a sign that the team had decided the winner in the competition. Forbath was released on Monday and could still end up kicking for another team, but Carlson will be the Vikings kicker this year.

OL: The line was without three starters – center Pat Elfein, right guard Mike Remmers, and right tackle Rashod Hill – against Jacksonville. Hill hurt his ankle in practice, and Aviante Collins got the start in his place. Rookie Brian O’Neill is listed as the backup right tackle on the depth chart, and yet he did not see action against the stout Jaguars’ first-team defense. Elfein and Remmers are expected back for Week 1, and Hill’s ankle injury sounds like something he can recover from in time for the season, too. Cornelius Edison, Elfein’s backup, had to re-enter the game when the third-stringer Josh Andrews got hurt. Overall, the line grades as a mid-tier group but could fall into the lower ranks if the missing starters don’t get healthy by the season opener.

Returners: Rookie Mike Hughes will return kickoffs this year, and Marcus Sherels will in all likelihood handle punts for the eighth consecutive season. If Hughes comes out of the gate strong, however, it wouldn't be a shock to see him push Sherels off of special teams entirely.

Vikings Depth Chart QB: Kirk Cousins, Trevor Siemian, Kyle Sloter RB: Dalvin Cook, Latavius Murray, C.J. Ham, Roc Thomas, Kamryn Pettway, Mack Brown, Bishop Sankey (RFA), Mike Boone WR: Stefon Diggs, Adam Thielen, Laquon Treadwell, Kendall Wright, Stacy Coley (KR), Tavarres King, Brandon Zylstra, Korey Robertson, Jake Wieneke, Jeff Badet, Cayleb Jones (susp) TE: Kyle Rudolph, David Morgan, Tyler Conklin, Blake Bell, Cedrick Lang, Tyler Hoppes LT: Riley Reiff LG: Tom Compton, Nick Easton (IR) C: Pat Elflein, Cornelius Edison RG: Mike Remmers, Danny Isidora, Colby Gossett RT: Rashod Hill, Brian O′Neill, Aviante Collins K: Daniel Carlson DT: Linval Joseph (NT), Sheldon Richardson, Jaleel Johnson, Jalyn Holmes, David Parry, Sharrif Floyd (res) DE: Everson Griffen, Danielle Hunter, Brian Robison, Stephen Weatherly, Tashawn Bower, Caushaud Lyons, Ifeadi Odenigbo, Ade Aruna (IR), Hercules Mata′afa (IR) MLB: Eric Kendricks, Kentrell Brothers (susp), Devante Downs, Antwione Williams OLB: Anthony Barr (S), Ben Gedeon (W/M), Reshard Cliett, Eric Wilson, Garrett Dooley, Shaan Washington CB: Xavier Rhodes, Trae Waynes, Mackensie Alexander (inj), Mike Hughes (KR), Terence Newman, Marcus Sherels (PR), Holton Hill, Horace Richardson S: Harrison Smith (FS), Andrew Sendejo, Anthony Harris (FS), Jayron Kearse, Jack Tocho Coaches: Head Coach: Mike Zimmer, Off Coord: John DeFilippo, QB Coach: Kevin Stefanski, RB Coach: Kennedy Pola, WR Coach: Darrell Hazell, TE Coach: Clancy Barone, OL

Coach: Tony Sparano, SpecTm Coach: Mike Priefer, Def Coord: George Edwards, DL Coach: Andre Patterson, LB Coach: Adam Zimmer, DB Coach: Jerry Gray

New England Patriots

QB: Flying in the face of conventional wisdom, Tom Brady not only started the team’s second preseason game against Philadelphia but threw 26 passes in his appearance. He torched the Eagles defense for 172 yards on 19 completions, to go along with two touchdowns; he finished his night with a 116.2 passer rating. He certainly doesn’t need the reps, so it’s safe to assume he’s 100% injury-free and the sore back he’s been dealing with was a minor inconvenience. He’s primed for a stellar 2018. In typical Patriots fashion, Brady was nonchalant after the game. "It's the first time having to do that in about six months," Brady said after the game. "I feel like my timing could be better in certain areas. I've been doing this for a long time, so a lot of it is second nature at this point." Brian Hoyer remains entrenched as his backup, even though he looked uncomfortable playing against the Eagles backups. Rookie Danny Etling is likely ticketed for the practice squad.

RB: The backfield depth chart is never straightforward or easy to project. The injury bug hasn’t made things any clearer in recent weeks. Presumed starter Rex Burkhead is struggling with an ambiguous knee injury. It’s been described as a “slight tear,” but Jeff Howe of The Athletic said it’s “something he’ll be able to play through. ” Burkhead returned to practice on Sunday, though it was just a non-contact walkthrough. There’s finally some clarity on rookie first-rounder Sony Michel’s injury – a meniscus “issue” that required draining – but the recovery time isn’t yet nailed down. It’s hard to imagine Michel playing a major role early in the season, even if he’s healthy, after missing most of training camp. He hasn’t had the time to learn the playbook, build trust with Brady and his coaches, or prove himself as in blitz protection. The one role we can be sure of is James White’s, who remains firmly embedded as the passing-down back. “I feel like he never makes a mistake,” Brady said of White after the Eagles game. “And it’s pretty amazing to have that.” White caught six passes and a touchdown from Brady and will have a significant role especially while Julian Edelman sits out the first four games.

WR: Edelman’s looming suspension creates an opportunity for the rest of the receiving corps, but he’ll resume an essential role on his return. He’s recovered from last year’s ACL injury and caught four passes for 26 yards against Philadelphia. Chris Hogan is the top incumbent, and he’s the best bet to lead the group in targets over the first month. The rest of the depth chart is

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murky. Eric Decker has been plagued by drops and poor routes and is on the roster bubble. The fact he dropped a catchable ball on one of just a small handful of snaps against the Eagles was a terrible sign. “There’s no excuse for it,” Decker told reporters last Monday. “It’s something I’ve obviously got to address. In my mind, that’s why God created practice.” The team only guaranteed Decker $75,000, suggesting he’s no lock whatsoever for the Week 1 roster. Phillip Dorsett has turned heads, and his knee injury from last week doesn’t seem serious. He likely holds an edge on Kenny Britt in the pecking order. Britt continues to miss essential time nursing a hamstring injury. Cordarelle Patterson’s value is mainly on special teams, but he caught four passes for 51 yards and a touchdown against the Eagles and can’t be counted out for a rotation spot; because it’s Bill Belichick.

TE: Rob Gronkowski sat out versus Philadelphia, but there’s no reason for concern. He usually sits for all or most of the preseason. Moreover, unlike the norm, Gronkowski isn’t rehabbing an injury or having his reps managed for health reasons, and his contract doesn’t seem to be a concern. Given his unpredictability, injury history, and ferocious playing style, though, his backups always carry some degree of relevance. Dwayne Allen is the one most likely to see snaps, and he’s reportedly taken a step forward after a disastrous first year in New England. However, in the event of a Gronkowski injury, there would also be a role for young Jacob Hollister. He’s drawn praise from both Belichick and Brady and has looked fluid coming in and out of his routes.

Defense: After a season of shaky production, the pass rush looks better. Rising star Trey Flowers is playing for a big contract, and free agent addition Adrian Clayborn is routinely disrupting opposing offensive linemen. He was a terror in the Eagles game, racking up a strip-sack and a pressure in his brief appearance, and is anchoring a young but diverse defensive front. In the secondary, offseason acquisition Jason McCourty, one year after serving as a top-level cover man in Cleveland, may be fighting for a roster spot, per ESPN’s Mike Reiss. He’s struggled this summer, is running with the second-teamers and was beaten for a long touchdown against Philadelphia.

OL: The line lost first-round rookie Isaiah Wynn to a season-ending Achilles’ tear. Wynn had been working at alternating first-team snaps with LaAdrian Waddle at right tackle. Wynn eventually could challenge Trent Brown at left tackle or Joe Thuney at left guard, but he wasn’t projected as a starter this year. Other players including potential Hall of Famer Jason Peters have recovered from this injury, but it’s one of the more difficult injuries to come back from. Right tackle Marcus Cannon is expected back for the season opener. If Cannon is healthy, Waddle becomes the swing tackle, with Ted Karras as the primary interior backup. The line

ranks as an average unit.

Returners: Cyrus Jones had earned the punt return job last year before tearing his ACL in the final preseason game. Jones just returned to football action for the first time since the injury and would like to pick up where he left off. The team certainly has a need; the coaches intended to rely on Julian Edelman to handle punt returns, but Edelman is suspended for the first four games of the season. Patrick Chung has been the top backup in Jones' absence.

Patriots Depth Chart QB: Tom Brady, Brian Hoyer, Danny Etling RB: Rex Burkhead (inj), Sony Michel (inj), James White (3RB), Jeremy Hill, Mike Gillislee, Brandon Bolden, Ralph Webb FB: James Develin, Henry Poggi WR: Julian Edelman (PR)(susp), Chris Hogan, Cordarrelle Patterson (KR), Phillip Dorsett, Eric Decker, Kenny Britt, Matt Slater, Braxton Berrios (PR), Riley McCarron, Devin Lucien, Paul Turner, Jordan Matthews (IR) TE: Rob Gronkowski, Dwayne Allen, Jacob Hollister, Will Tye, Ryan Izzo, Trent Harris LT: Trent Brown, Matt Tobin, Isaiah Wynn (IR) LG: Joe Thuney, Cole Croston C: David Andrews, Luke Bowanko, James Ferentz RG: Shaq Mason, Ted Karras RT: Marcus Cannon, LaAdrian Waddle, Ulrick John K: Stephen Gostkowski DT: Malcom Brown, Danny Shelton, Lawrence Guy, Vincent Valentine, Adam Butler, John Atkins DE: Trey Flowers, Deatrich Wise, Adrian Clayborn, Derek Rivers (inj), Eric Lee, Geneo Grissom, Keionta Davis, Caleb Kidder MLB: Dont′a Hightower (inj), Nicholas Grigsby, Christian Sam, Ja′Whaun Bentley OLB: Kyle Van Noy (W), Elandon Roberts, Marquis Flowers, Harvey Langi (DE) CB: Stephon Gilmore, Eric Rowe, Jason McCourty, Duke Dawson, Cyrus Jones (PR), Jonathan Jones, J.C. Jackson, Keion Crossen, Jomal Wiltz, Ryan Lewis S: Devin McCourty (FS/CB), Patrick Chung (SS/PR), Duron Harmon (SS), Jordan Richards (SS), Nate Ebner, Brandon King, Damarius Travis Coaches: Head Coach: Bill Belichick, Off Coord: Josh McDaniels, RB Coach: Ivan Fears, WR Coach: Chad Oshea, TE Coach: Nick Caley, OL Coach: Dante Scarnecchia, SpecTm Coach: Joe Judge, DL Coach: Brendan Daly, LB Coach: Brian Flores, DB Coach: Josh Boyer, DB Coach: Steve Belichick

New Orleans Saints

QB: Drew Brees has nothing to prove and has yet to throw a preseason pass. Head coach Sean Payton is considering holding him out of the third preseason game, too. “We’ll see,” Payton told reporters last week when asked whether Brees would take preseason snaps. Taysom Hill’s bid to win the backup job took a

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massive hit after turning the ball over four times against the Cardinals. Tom Savage’s hold on the No. 2 role appears safe.

RB: Alvin Kamara is being protected for the regular season. The young star didn’t appear in the second preseason game, though Brees has already anointed him “the featured guy” for at least Mark Ingram’s four-game suspension. Of course, Ingram’s suspension leaves a hole alongside Kamara for a grinding, power back. Jonathan Williams worked his way past journeyman Terrance West for that role. Williams stepped into the first team for much of last week’s practices and gained 37 yards on eight carries against the Cardinals. Nick Underhill of The New Orleans Advocate proclaimed that Williams is on the verge of seizing the Ingram role. “[Williams] probably maintained his spot in the pecking order,” Underhill notes in his recap of Week 2 – while not mentioning West at all. “Still, it would be good to see him get a couple more touches with the starters next week against the Chargers during joint practices and the game.” On Tuesday, the Saints made it official when by releasing West. Veteran free agent Shane Vereen and rookie Boston Scott are jockeying for snaps behind Kamara. It’s too close to call as both are capable of playing a third-down role and helping on special teams. Scott’s age and rookie contract may be the tiebreaker if the on-field evaluations are too close to call.

WR: Michael Thomas continues to dazzle; he’s locked in as Brees’ primary target. On the other hand, Coach Payton is not impressed with the rest of the receiving corps. “In general, watching it for two weeks now, it hasn’t been good,” Payton said. “I think the receiver play has been average at best. It’s in the details, but I think it’s been sloppy, honestly.” Cameron Meredith bobbled a pass against the Cardinals that turned into an interception. Ted Ginn was called out for being lined up improperly and running incorrect routes. At least Meredith is healthy; he played the entire first half versus Arizona. Rookie Tre’Quan Smith has drawn praise from Payton during camp, and he led the team in receptions and yards against the Cardinals. If the veterans don’t get back in Payton’s good graces, Smith could carve out an important role sooner than expected.

TE: Ageless wonder Ben Watson returned to practice last weekend after an extended, unexplained absence. His play quickly suggested, though, that the absence was little more than a precaution for the 15-year veteran. In his first full session back, Watson caught two touchdowns from Brees, showcasing the redzone connection that produced ten scores on 113 receptions from 2013-15. Watson may not see a consistent, high target volume, and he’ll split snaps with blocking specialist Josh Hill, but the touchdown opportunities could be meaningful.

Defense: Prized rookie end Marcus Davenport has missed three weeks of camp with a pulled groin but is close to returning. There’s a good chance he’ll be on the field for the team’s third preseason game. “I anticipate him being able to work this week and get some playing time [against the Chargers],” Payton said. Defensive leader Cameron Jordan is anxious to see his new teammate and doesn’t think Davenport needs motivation. "You don't have to encourage anyone when he is on the sideline seeing his brotherhood working, and he's a step behind Jordan said. "When I say a step behind, I mean he's on the sidelines looking, and he's not in the line of fire. You see he wants to get out there. He's trying to push his reps where his body will let him." The coaches are still looking for the ideal linebacker configuration. Alex Anzalone may be in the process of locking down the starting middle linebacker role. That would kick Demario Davis into a playmaking role on the weak side.

OL: Despite only playing one quarter in which the offense failed to score a point, the first-team line was excellent against Arizona. Mark Ingram ran through enormous holes as the interior of Andrus Peat, Max Unger, and Larry Warford shredded the heart of the Cardinals’ run defense. The tackle play has also been well above average. Left tackle Terron Armstead looks to have recaptured his Pro Bowl form while second-year right tackle Ryan Ramzyck has improved his pass blocking. Overall the line grades just below the top-tier.

Returners: The return specialist role is shaping up as a battle between newly-signed veteran Brandon Tate and running back Boston Scott. Both players have an excellent shot to make the final roster, so the competition may not be decided until kickoff of Week 1.

Saints Depth Chart QB: Drew Brees, Tom Savage, Taysom Hill, J.T. Barrett RB: Alvin Kamara (3RB), Mark Ingram (susp), Jonathan Williams, Boston Scott (KR/PR), Shane Vereen, Trey Edmunds FB: Zach Line WR: Michael Thomas, Ted Ginn (KR/PR), Cameron Meredith, Tre′Quan Smith, Tommylee Lewis (PR), Brandon Tate (KR/PR), Michael Floyd, Austin Carr, Travin Dural, Keith Kirkwood TE: Ben Watson, Josh Hill, Michael Hoomanawanui, Dan Arnold, Deon Yelder, Garrett Griffin LT: Terron Armstead, Bryce Harris LG: Andrus Peat C: Max Unger, Will Clapp RG: Larry Warford, Jermon Bushrod, Andrew Tiller RT: Ryan Ramczyk, Rick Leonard, John Theus K: Wil Lutz DT: Sheldon Rankins, Tyeler Davison, David Onyemata, Mitchell Loewen, David Parry (RFA), Jay Bromley, Taylor Stallworth, Woodrow Hamilton, Devaroe Lawrence DE: Cameron Jordan, Trey Hendrickson, Marcus Davenport, Hau′oli Kikaha, Alex Okafor, Al-Quadin Muhammad (inj), George Johnson, Alex Jenkins MLB: Manti Te′o, Craig Robertson (W/S), Adam Bighill

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OLB: Demario Davis (W), A.J. Klein (S), Alex Anzalone (W), Nathan Stupar CB: Marshon Lattimore, Ken Crawley, Patrick Robinson, PJ Williams, Kamrin Moore, Justin Hardee, Arthur Maulet, Bradley Sylve, Marcus Williams S: Vonn Bell, Marcus Williams, Kurt Coleman, Chris Banjo, Natrell Jamerson, Rickey Jefferson Coaches: Head Coach: Sean Payton, QB Coach: Joe Lombardi, RB Coach: Joel Thomas, WR Coach: Curtis Johnson, TE Coach: Dan Campbell, OL Coach: Dan Roushar, SpecTm Coach: Bradford Banta, Def Coord: Dennis Allen, DL Coach: Ryan Nielsen, LB Coach: Mike Nolan, DB Coach: Aaron Glenn

New York Giants

QB: Rumors of Davis Webb’s demise were greatly exaggerated. After a dismal performance against the Browns, Webb got the start for a resting Eli Manning against the Lions and looked like a completely different player. He completed 14-of-20 passes for 140 yards and a touchdown while taking no sacks. He completed deep passes to Russell Shepard and Sterling Shepard and managed the game efficiently against the Lions first-team defense. The touchdown pass to Wayne Gallman capped a drive that took more than nine minutes off the clock. “I was excited about that,” Webb said. “It was even cooler to throw it to Wayne. That was my first roommate here, other than Evan. Wayne and I roomed together for two months, so that was an exciting moment. It wasn’t really a good throw, it was a good catch, and that was fun to get some points on the board. It was a long drive. That was one of the longest drives I’ve been a part of.” Coach Shurmur was understandably relieved by Webb’s play, too. “I thought he was calmer,” Shurmur said. “I tell the guys to stay calm, but I wish I could do it all the time, I got wound up a couple of times. It happens, its football, you compete, and we help each other stay calm. He did fine; he did a really good job tonight.” Although Manning sat against the Lions during the game, he practiced against them for three days last week and was sharp. It’s clear he’s much more comfortable in Shurmur’s offense, playing behind a better offensive line than he was in McAdoo’s ‘system.’

RB: Saquon Barkley hasn’t returned to practice, but the coaches continue to downplay the severity of his hamstring injury. If there was any doubt Wayne Gallman should be the No. 2 over Jonathan Stewart, the Lions game put the debate to rest. Stewart received the first carry of the game but was indecisive and unable to shed tacklers. He lost a yard on four carries. Gallman, by contrast, gained 26 yards on five carries and caught two receptions for nine yards. More importantly, he scored twice. If Barkley weren’t an elite talent, Gallman would be an intriguing late-round fantasy sleeper given his play of late. Shurmur doesn’t want to downplay the

significance of Gallman’s touchdowns just because it was a preseason game. “I think so, you know the whole camp, and actually starting in the spring I saw improvement from him. We saw improvement from him and when you see a young man who’s fighting to be good, and have success in the game—it doesn’t matter whether it’s a preseason game when you cross the goal line, there’s that feeling you get, and he got to do it twice.”

WR: Odell Beckham didn’t play against the Lions, but he practiced in full against them during the week and is in prime form. Sterling Shepard and Cody Latimer started, and each had a catch, but more importantly, they both won their share of individual matchups against the Lions defensive backs during the joint practice sessions. Latimer has taken every first-team rep in three-receiver sets throughout camp and has lined up as the starter in the majority of snaps when Beckham is off the field.

TE: Evan Engram’s preseason continues quietly, but he has cut his miscues and dropped passes noticeably in recent practices. Rhett Ellison and Jerrell Adams have jockeyed for position over the last few weeks, and both are producing as receivers more consistently than expected. Ellison is the more versatile player, but Adams the more committed blocker. Both will see snaps during the season and may be on the field together in power-running formations because Engram remains a dispassionate blocker.

Defense: The first-team defense has looked stout through two preseason games. The starting unit forced three-and-outs in three of four Lions possessions. The team is transitioning to a 3-4 front under coordinator James Bettcher, and thus far the switch has been seamless. Rookie B.J. Hill has stepped into the starting lineup and handled opposing running backs with ease. He, Dalvin Tomlinson, and Damon Harrison are a formidable front three. At linebacker, the pass rush – led by Olivier Vernon – is promising. Vernon got to Matthew Stafford in the game and was disruptive throughout the joint practices. It’s the inside linebackers that are a problem, at least in pass coverage. Alec Ogletree is a disaster in coverage. A week after getting beaten by David Njoku, he was outrun by Lions running back Theo Riddick. B.J. Goodson isn’t much better in coverage, which is why the coaches experimented with Ray-Ray Armstrong in the starting lineup in practice this week. Armstrong isn’t as physical as Goodson (or Ogletree) but can handle pass coverage. The other question mark is who starts at safety alongside Landon Collins. Based on first-team practice reps and preseason game snap counts, the answer is Curtis Riley. But based on who’s been the most effective in the role, it would be Michael Thomas. Look for both to get a heavy workload in next week’s dress rehearsal.

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K: Aldrick Rosas had all three of his kickoff attempts returned in the second preseason game, but the team said that was by design to get a longer look at coverage candidates on special teams. Rosas hit a 55-yard field goal in the game, and that might be enough for him to have surged ahead of Marshall Koehn in the competition.

OL: The line had a mixed performance against Detroit. The line couldn’t get the run game going, but pass protection was exemplary save for one big mistake. The left side of the line was surprisingly weak opening holes. Tackle Nate Solder is a finesse player, while rookie left guard Will Hernandez and center Jon Halapio (Six career starts, none at center) are learning harsh lessons every week. The right side – considered the weaker half of the line – acquitted themselves against the Lions save for one play when right tackle Ereck Flowers was beaten cleanly off the snap by former teammate Devon Kennard, who hit quarterback Davis Webb and forced a fumble. Fortunately, the play was reviewed and called back. The line has improved from a season ago but remains toward the bottom of the league standings.

Returners: Cody Latimer and Hunter Sharp continue to hold on to the top kickoff and punt return jobs, though the competition is far from settled. If Sharp is to make the team's final roster, special teams will play a prominent role.

Giants Depth Chart QB: Eli Manning, Davis Webb, Kyle Lauletta, Alex Tanney RB: Saquon Barkley, Wayne Gallman, Jonathan Stewart, Jalen Simmons, Robert Martin, Paul Perkins (IR) FB: Shane Smith WR: Odell Beckham Jr., Sterling Shepard (KR), Roger Lewis, Cody Latimer (KR), Russell Shepard, Hunter Sharp (PR), Travis Rudolph, Amba Etta-Tawo, Marquis Bundy, Davon Grayson, Kalif Raymond, Alonzo Russell, Jawill Davis, Keeon Johnson TE: Evan Engram, Rhett Ellison, Jerell Adams, Ryan O′Malley, Scott Simonson, Garrett Dickerson LT: Nate Solder LG: Will Hernandez C: Jon Halapio, Brett Jones RG: Patrick Omameh, John Jerry RT: Ereck Flowers, Chad Wheeler K: Aldrick Rosas, Marshall Koehn NT: Damon Harrison, Robert Thomas, Josh Banks DE: Dalvin Tomlinson, B.J. Hill, Romeo Okwara, Josh Mauro (susp), RJ McIntosh, Jordan Williams ILB: Alec Ogletree, B.J. Goodson, Calvin Munson, Ray-Ray Armstrong, Mark Herzlich, J.T. Thomas, Thurston Armbrister, Curtis Grant, Derrick Matthews OLB: Olivier Vernon, Kareem Martin, Lorenzo Carter, Connor Barwin, Avery Moss, Kerry Wynn CB: Janoris Jenkins (inj), Eli Apple, William Gay, Donte Deayon, Leonard Johnson, B.W. Webb, Jeremiah McKinnon, Brandon Dixon, Grant Haley, Sam Beal (IR) S: Landon Collins, Darian Thompson, Andrew Adams, Michael Thomas, Sean Chandler, Mike Basile Coaches:

Head Coach: Pat Shurmur, Off Coord: Mike Shula, RB Coach: Craig Johnson, WR Coach: Tyke Tolbert, TE Coach: Lunda Wells, OL Coach: Hal Hunter, SpecTm Coach: Thomas McGaughey, Def Coord: James Bettcher, DL Coach: Gary Emanuel, LB Coach: Bill McGovern, DB Coach: Lou Anarumo

New York Jets

QB: The Jets had three joint practices with Washington, culminating in a Thursday night game. Rookie Sam Darnold got the start, his first game action with the first-team offense and Teddy Bridgewater played the second half with the backups. Darnold completed 8-of-11 passes for 62 yards, but he failed to score and turned the ball over on a fourth-and-1. The interception would never happen in a real game, as the Jets would kick a field goal, but it was still a poor read, and something Darnold will need to correct over time. The coaches aren’t calling deep vertical routes, so we’re left with an incomplete evaluation of Darnold’s skill set.

Adjusting for the offensive line play, Bridgewater has outplayed Darnold through the first two preseason games. Bridgewater’s knee is fine, and that was the only question facing the former Pro Bowler. He played with the second unit and was good (not great) against Washington’s backup defenders. He completed 10-of-15 passes for 127 yards, a touchdown, and an interception, and he was sacked twice. Nate Davis of USA Today thinks Bridgewater should start the season opener. He points to a battered offensive line, a defense which got torched, and a tight opening schedule as reasons why going with the veteran is the right choice. “So why not let Bridgewater face those early hurdles while Darnold goes through valuable dress rehearsals and benefits from the tutelage of Bridgewater and 39-year-old Josh McCown?” he asks. ESPN’s Rich Cimini agrees. There’s also the chance Bridgewater gets traded, and McCown starts the season opener. Nothing is settled, but our money is on the rookie getting his shot right away.

RB: Isaiah Crowell returned to practice on Saturday, after missing two weeks with a concussion. He should get some work Friday night against the Giants. Bilal Powell is playing well in all phases of the game. Trenton Cannon missed the Washington game with a leg injury but didn’t seem to lose much ground to Thomas Rawls and George Atkinson. Rawls continues to underwhelm (12 yards on eight carries against Washington). George Atkinson led the team in both rushing (31 yards) and receiving (30 yards) in the game, but he’s played almost exclusively with the third and fourth stringers. Matt Stypulkoski of NJ Advance Media offered his predictions on the 53-man roster, and both Atkinson and Rawls missed the cut, with Cannon surviving in part because Elijah McGuire is on short-term injured reserve.

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WR: Quincy Enunwa has much work ahead to catch up to the other receivers. He missed much of camp but is back on the practice field. “It's about being consistent, going out there and making the plays I know I can make," Enunwa said. "And when they see I'm doing it consistently; they'll want to come to me." Tre McBride worked with the first-team offense in Enunwa’s absence and caught two passes for 24 yards against Washington. Connor Hughes of The Athletic projects Robby Anderson, Jermaine Kearse, Quincy Enunwa, and Terrelle Pryor as roster locks and thinks Andre Roberts makes the team as a special teamer, which leaves one roster spot for McBride or a competitor. Charon Peake had an impressive touchdown catch against Washington but hasn’t been consistent in camp.

TE: Not much has shifted here. Jordan Leggett returned last week while rookie Chris Herndon missed the game. The coaches are hoping to get another look at Herndon soon, though he did plenty of good things before his injury.

Defense: The Jets defense only let up field goals and locked down on the Washington offense in the red zone, but they were otherwise lit up in the Thursday night game. The starting unit allowed 157 yards in just three drives, with Alex Smith managing an 11-play, 71-yard scoring drive to open the game. Several times the Jets were in the wrong place at the wrong time, and despite a sack and two quarterback hits, the pass rush remains missing-in-action.

K: Cairo Santos has missed time with a groin injury and he could be released shortly since the Jets made a move by claiming Jason Myers off waivers. Taylor Bertolet made a 36-yard kick and a 21 yarder to take the lead late in the game leading to speculation that it’s his job to lose. With Myers in the fold, it will likely be a two week competition between those two.

OL: The line had an unsteady night against Washington. Left tackle Kelvin Beachum and right guard Brian Winters missed the game. Winters’ replacement Jonotthan Harrison was badly beaten for a sack of quarterback Sam Darnold by Washington first-round rookie Daron Payne. Brent Qvale played well again in pass protection but was ineffective as a run blocker. The team received good news on Saturday as both Beachum and Winters returned to individual drills and appear on track to start Week 1. The line grades as a mid-tier unit.

Returners: As rookie Trenton Cannon continues to struggle with the nuances of punt returns, veteran journeyman Andre Roberts has cemented his hold on the job. Cannon remains in play to handle kickoffs.

Jets Depth Chart QB: Sam Darnold, Josh McCown, Teddy Bridgewater RB: Isaiah Crowell (SD), Bilal Powell (3RB), Elijah McGuire

(3RB) (inj), Thomas Rawls, Trenton Cannon (KR), Akeem Judd FB: Dimitri Flowers WR: Robby Anderson, Jermaine Kearse, Quincy Enunwa, Terrelle Pryor, Chad Hansen, ArDarius Stewart, Charone Peake, Andre Roberts (KR/PR), Jalin Marshall, Charles Johnson, Lucky Whitehead, Chris King, Terrell Sinkfield TE: Jordan Leggett, Chris Herndon, Clive Walford, Eric Tomlinson, Neal Sterling, Bucky Hodges LT: Kelvin Beachum, Brent Qvale, Ben Ijalana (IR) LG: James Carpenter, Dakota Dozier C: Spencer Long, Travis Swanson, Gino Gradkowski RG: Brian Winters, Jonotthan Harrison RT: Brandon Shell K: Cairo Santos (inj) NT: Steve McLendon, Nathan Shepherd, Deon Simon DE: Leonard Williams, Henry Anderson, Mike Pennel, Xavier Cooper, Folorunso Fatukasi, Claude Pelon, Lawrence Thomas, Courtney Upshaw, Kendall Reyes MLB: Darron Lee, Avery Williamson, Kevin Minter, Neville Hewitt, Kevin Pierre-Louis, Micah Awe OLB: Jordan Jenkins, David Bass, Lorenzo Mauldin, Josh Martin, Obam Gwachum, Freddie Bishop, Brandon Copeland, Dylan Donahue CB: Trumaine Johnson, Morris Claiborne, Buster Skrine, Juston Burris, Darryl Roberts, Parry Nickerson, Rashard Robinson, Derrick Jones, Xavier Coleman, Jeremy Clark, Bryson Keeton, Kacy Rodgers S: Jamal Adams (SS), Marcus Maye, Rontez Miles (inj), Terrence Brooks, J.J. Wilcox, Brandon Bryant, Doug Middleton Coaches: Head Coach: Todd Bowles, Off Coord: Jeremy Bates, RB Coach: Stump Mitchell, WR Coach: Karl Dorrell, TE Coach: Jim Johnson, OL Coach: Rick Dennison, SpecTm Coach: Brant Boyer, Def Coord: Kacy Rodgers, DL Coach: Robert Nunn, LB Coach: Kevin Greene, LB Coach: Mike Caldwell, DB Coach: Dennard Wilson

Oakland Raiders

QB: Derek Carr and the rest of the starting offense didn’t play against the Rams. “There’s never been a preseason game like this,” Jon Gruden said. “This is tough, in our first training camp … in our first year of operation here, we didn’t want to play our starters. We didn’t want them to hear our audibles, see our hand signals. I don’t think they wanted us to get a feel for them either, so it was a strange week of practice and a strange game afterward.” With Carr sitting, the focus was on the battle for the backup job. Connor Cook followed up a strong preseason opener with an awful performance against the Rams. EJ Manuel was slightly better, and the competition will drag on. “I think EJ did some good things, I thought Connor did a couple good things, but fumbling the snap in the two-minute drill, turning the football over, those are things you can’t do as a backup quarterback,” Gruden said.

RB: Marshawn Lynch and Doug Martin didn’t suit up against the Rams. Gruden is optimistic about both

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veterans and the overall prospects for the running game. “We’re going to try to run the ball,” Gruden said. “To do that, you have to have the components to do it. We have two blocking tight ends, we’ve got a big fullback, we’ve got two backs in this league that have gained almost 1,500 yards. Chris Warren is a good player, and the two other guys ran hard, DeAndre Washington and Jalen Richard. I think we will be able to run the ball to some degree. It’s going to be a team thing.” In a slow news week, Lynch’s use of resistance bands in practice made headlines. “He has his own, I think, needs in terms of what he feels like he has to do to get ready,” said Gruden of Lynch. “He's played long and hard and good enough in this league to earn that right. The problem is, we're going to have 14 more guys wearing the bands tomorrow. That's the way it usually goes.” With the top two backs out, Warren starred, rushing for 110 yards and a touchdown on 16 carries. “You don’t know it but he’s 253 pounds and can run 4.5,” Gruden said. “He’s a hammer, he can really thump you and he’s got breakaway speed.“ Warren is very much in the competition to be the third back behind Lynch and Martin but will need to improve as a pass blocker and receiver to have an impact. “He’s got to get better without the football,” Gruden said. “That’s what it’s all about with him. We know he can run, we know he’s powerful and fast and elusive, but he has to get a lot better without the football to be an NFL back.” Jalen Richard played ahead of DeAndre Washington, and he has the leg up if the coaches have to choose between them for the final roster spot.

WR: Amari Cooper and Jordy Nelson are locked in as the starters in two-wide receiver sets. However, it is potential No. 3 Martavis Bryant who is generating all of the headlines of late. Bryant was absent from all but one practice last week due to what beat writer Vic Tafur described as "really bad migraines.” Gruden does not know what to make of his talented but high-maintenance new receiver. "I don't know. I really don't know. We're calling Martavis the white tiger. I used to go to Busch Gardens in Tampa," Gruden explained. "You go to Busch Gardens and they've got a white tiger. You go 12 times or 13 times, the white tiger was always in his cage. But the white tiger came out today. Bryant came out. I don't know if you get that analogy but sometimes he comes out to play and sometimes he doesn't. It's good to see him because he's really special, like the white tiger." Sensing Gruden’s frustration with Bryant is easy. Defenses have to respect Bryant’s deep speed, which would help open up both the running game and the middle of the field for Nelson and Cooper.

TE: Jared Cook watched from the sidelines on Saturday. Gruden wants to get Cook involved as a pass catcher but also valued Lee Smith’s blocking. The two should rotate heavily again this season.

Defense: Khalil Mack’s holdout is stretching into its

fourth week with no end in sight. "I don't think it's been a distraction," Gruden said of Mack’s contract situation. "It's obviously, for me, been disappointing. You want to have your best player here. This guy is really a great guy, too. I'm disappointed we don't have him here. Going to try to get him here as soon as we can. In the time being, you've got to move on. You've got to get up and go to work. That's one thing I'm very proud of what we've done here." Mack is set to make just under $14 million on his fifth-year option, and many believe Gruden wants time to evaluate Mack before committing to a long-term extension. Neither side shows any sign of budging. With Mack out, the focus has been on the team’s young pass rushers. Defensive tackle Maurice Hurst notched his first career sack on Saturday night and looks like a draft day steal after a heart condition caused him to slide to the fifth round. Defensive end Arden Key has been battling injuries but made his preseason debut, playing nine snaps. He will need to take on a significant role if Mack’s holdout lasts into the regular season. Cornerback Gareon Conley also made his preseason debut. He’s projected to start opposite of Rashaan Melvin. Karl Joseph is set at strong safety, but Reggie Nelson has a battle on his hands against Marcus Gilchrist for the free safety role.

K: Eddy Pineiro was considered the likely Week 1 starter after Giorgio Tavecchio was released, but Pineiro sat out the second preseason game with a groin injury. Veteran Mike Nugent made his only field goal attempt from 31 yards. Pineiro was reportedly in control of the kicker job before suffering the injury in practice last Wednesday. If he’s not back to practice soon, Nugent could edge him out.

OL: The game against the Rams was exclusively an affair for the backups. The backups were penalty prone with four flags in the first half and struggled in pass protection. Backup center Jon Feliciano snapped the ball high on the first play from scrimmage and was penalized for a false start inside the red zone. Rookie right tackle Brandon Parker was bull rushed into Connor Cook causing a fumble. Fortunately, the starting linemen are much better and got some good news this week as tackle Donald Penn took a pay cut, reported for camp, and assumed right tackle responsibilities. Penn, traditionally a left tackle, has a single game of experience at right tackle back in 2016. The line is solidly in the league’s top quartile.

Returners: Dwayne Harris may sit atop the depth chart at both punt and kickoff returner, but given the buzz surrounding Ryan Switzer, it would be a mild surprise if he didn't open the season handling both roles.

Raiders Depth Chart QB: Derek Carr, Connor Cook, E.J. Manuel RB: Marshawn Lynch (SD), Doug Martin, Jalen Richard (3RB/PR), Deandre Washington (3RB), Chris Warren III

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FB: Keith Smith WR: Amari Cooper, Jordy Nelson, Martavis Bryant, Ryan Switzer (KR/PR), Marcell Ateman, Seth Roberts, Dwayne Harris (KR/PR), Johnny Holton, Griff Whalen, Isaac Whitney, Keon Hatcher, Saeed Blacknall TE: Jared Cook, Lee Smith, Derek Carrier, Marcus Baugh, Pharaoh Brown, Paul Butler LT: Kolton Miller, David Sharpe LG: Kelechi Osemele, Jon Feliciano C: Rodney Hudson RG: Gabe Jackson RT: Donald Penn, Ian Silberman, Breno Giacomini, Brandon Parker, Jylan Ware K: Eddy Piniero (inj), Mike Nugent DT: Maurice Hurst, Justin Ellis, Eddie Vanderdoes (DE), P.J. Hall, Treyvon Hester (NT), Frostee Rucker (DE), Shakir Soto, Gabe Wright, Ahtyba Rubin (IR) DE: Kahlil Mack, Mario Edwards Jr., Tank Carradine, Fadol Brown MLB: Derrick Johnson, Marquel Lee, Azeem Victor OLB: Bruce Irvin (S/DE), Tahir Whitehead (W), James Cowser (S/DE), Arden Key, Emmanuel Lamur, Kyle Wilber, Nicholas Morrow, Shalique Calhoun, Brady Sheldon, Jason Cabinda CB: Gareon Conley (inj), Rashaan Melvin, Dexter McDonald, Shareece Wright, Nick Nelson (KR/PR), Leon Hall, Antonio Hamilton, Shaquille Richardson, Tevin Mitchel, Darius Hillary S: Reggie Nelson (FS), Karl Joseph (SS), Obi Melifonwu (inj), Marcus Gilchrist, Shalom Luani, Erik Harris Coaches: Head Coach: Jon Gruden, Off Coord: Greg Olson, QB Coach: Brian Callahan, RB Coach: Jemal Singleton, WR Coach: Edgar Bennett, TE Coach: Frank Smith, OL Coach: Tom Cable, Def Coord: Paul Guenther, DL Coach: Mike Trgovac, LB Coach: David Lippincott, DB Coach: Derrick Ansley

Philadelphia Eagles

QB: A week after Carson Wentz scared the football world by saying a Week 1 return would be a “close call” the clouds parted and the sun shone down as the team’s young starter was cleared to return to full team (11-on-11) drills. Wentz split first-team reps with Nick Foles on Sunday, which puts him on track for a Week 1 return. The team hasn’t committed to that timetable officially, but Doug Pederson was on record saying Wentz would need at least a week of full-team practice before he would be game ready. With nearly three weeks until the season opener, the chances Wentz will be under center have improved dramatically. Nick Foles avoided an injury scare against the Patriots in the second preseason game. After struggling to 3-of-9 passing for 44 yards, Foles left the game with a shoulder injury. It looked worse than it was, and Foles is already back at practice. Nate Sudfeld delivered a second consecutive dynamic preseason performance, shredding the Patriots defense with 22-of-39 passes for 312 yards, three touchdowns and an interception. Sudfeld has been too good to stash on the practice squad; the team will almost certainly keep three quarterbacks on the 53-man

roster with an eye toward Sudfeld becoming the No. 2 next season.

RB: The Eagles ran for 43 yards against the Patriots; it was not their day. Jay Ajayi started and had six carries for 23 yards (3.8 yards per rush) and a 16-yard reception. Neither Corey Clement nor Darren Sproles played, which gave Matt Jones a chance to pull back into roster contention. He didn’t run well (six carries for 19 yards), but he caught six passes for 32 yards as the primary safety valve for a quarterback group that was always under pressure. Wendell Smallwood was on the outside looking in for a roster spot, but Josh Adams’ injury gives Smallwood renewed hope. Neither Clement nor Sproles are likely to play in the final two preseason games, according to Dave Spadaro.

WR: Alshon Jeffery, Nelson Agholor, and Mack Hollins sat versus the Patriots, leaving only Mike Wallace from the projected regular-season rotation. Wallace’s first preseason action was uninspired; he was held without a catch on three targets. The bright spot was Shelton Gibson, who caught five receptions for 90 yards and a touchdown. The touchdown came against the Patriots starting defense, and between this performance and strong special teams play, he’s done enough to earn a roster spot. The other receivers who figured into the box score against New England are non-factors all vying for a special teams role if anything. With Jeffery’s availability for the season opener in question, Agholor’s week-plus absence due to a “lower body” injury has been frustrating, but he’s not concerned. It sounds like Agholor’s absence is more about the coaches being overly cautious than the severity of the injury. “That's their call,” Agholor said. “I follow their orders. And what I’ve got to do every day is make sure I come in here and make myself better and prepared and that's what I have been doing. I'm working hard and staying dialed in. ... As soon as I step into training camp, I'm making sure I put myself in the best shape possible mentally and physically to play in a game.”

TE: Zach Ertz caught his lone target for 20 yards and took the rest of the night off. Dallas Goedert, one of the beat writers’ favorite training camp players, caught three passes for 57 yards. It wasn’t a perfect night as he also missed three targets, but his importance to the first-team offense is rising with each day. Richard Rodgers, who was a lock for the No. 3 role, hurt his knee on Thursday night and is currently “week to week.”

Defense: Preseason scores aren’t predictive as regular-season indicators, but the defense is worthy of criticism after a 37-point drubbing against the Patriots. Tom Brady played the entire first half and eviscerated the defense for 172 yards and two touchdowns. Cornerback Ronald Darby was among the few bright spots; he played impeccable man coverage and deflected two well-thrown passes at the start of the game. The weakside

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linebacker competition continues apace. Nate Gerry got the start but didn’t do much. Kamu Grugier-Hill subbed in and was disruptive. It’s hard to decipher what the coaches see in Gerry that they do not see in Grugier-Hill. Enforcement of the ‘leading with the head’ rule is going to give NFL defenses fits, at least until there’s clarity on how officials will enforce the rule. Rodney McLeod was flagged against Patriots running back James White, yet the film shows White lowering his head first.

OL: The coaches have called Halapoulivaati Vaitai “ the third starter” at tackle all preseason, but his performance against the Patriots may change their tune. Vaitai allowed a massive amount of pressure against New England, including Adrian Clayborn’s strip-sack which injured quarterback Nick Foles’ throwing shoulder. He started for Jason Peters for most of last season and continues to start while Peters rehabs a leg injury. Peters is expected back for Week 1, hopefully rendering Vaitai’s recent struggles moot. The team played Vaitai well into the fourth quarter, perhaps sending a message that his status as a “third starter” was in jeopardy. The rest of the line looked fine, especially the right side of Brandon Brooks and Lane Johnson. The veteran line is one of the NFL’s best, particularly with Jason Peters back in the lineup.

Returners: Second-year receiver Shelton Gibson has continued to earn high marks with a second straight strong preseason outing. His chances of making the final roster are increasing each week and with them his chances of winning the kickoff return job.

Eagles Depth Chart QB: Carson Wentz (inj), Nick Foles (inj), Nate Sudfeld, Joe Callahan, Christian Hackenberg RB: Jay Ajayi, Corey Clement (3RB/SD), Darren Sproles (3RB), Wendell Smallwood, Josh Adams, Donnel Pumphrey, Matt Jones WR: Alshon Jeffery (inj), Nelson Agholor, Mike Wallace, Mack Hollins, Shelton Gibson, Markus Wheaton, Greg Ward, Bryce Treggs (inj), Kamar Aiken, Dominique Williams, Rashard Davis TE: Zach Ertz, Dallas Goedert, Richard Rodgers (inj), Joshua Perkins, Billy Brown, Gannon Sinclair LT: Jason Peters, Halapoulivaati Vaitai LG: Stefen Wisniewski, Chance Warmack C: Jason Kelce, Matt Pryor RG: Brandon Brooks, Isaac Seumalo RT: Lane Johnson, Jordan Mailata K: Jake Elliott DT: Fletcher Cox, Timmy Jernigan (inj), Haloti Ngata, Destiny Vaeao, Elijah Qualls, Taylor Hart DE: Brandon Graham, Derek Barnett, Michael Bennett, Chris Long, Josh Sweat, Steven Means, Joe Ostman, Aziz Shittu MLB: Jordan Hicks (inj), Joe Walker OLB: Nigel Bradham (susp), Kami Grugier-Hill, Corey Nelson, LaRoy Reynolds, Nate Gerry, Paul Worrilow (IR) CB: Ronald Darby, Jalen Mills, Sidney Jones, Rasul Douglas, Avonte Maddox, DeVante Bausby, Randall Goforth, Elie Bouka, D.J. Killings, Chandon Sullivan S: Malcolm Jenkins (FS), Rodney McLeod (SS), Chris Maragos, Corey Graham, Tre Sullivan, Steve Roberts, Jeremy

Reaves Coaches: Head Coach: Doug Pederson, Off Coord: Mike Groh, RB Coach: Duce Staley, WR Coach: Gunter Brewer, TE Coach: Justin Peelle, OL Coach: Jeff Stoutland, SpecTm Coach: Dave Fipp, Def Coord: Jim Schwartz, DL Coach: Chris Wilson, LB Coach: Ken Flajole, DB Coach: Cory Undlin, DB Coach: Tim Hauck

Pittsburgh Steelers

QB: In last Tuesday’s practice, Ben Roethlisberger bumped into one of his offensive linemen and fell to the ground. He was evaluated for a concussion but was cleared to return to practice on Saturday. He traveled to Green Bay for Thursday’s game but did not play. Landry Jones also sat out to allow the coaches to see more of Mason Rudolph and Joshua Dobbs. Rudolph has had some rookie ups-and-downs in camp, but that’s to be expected. Rudolph threw an interception on his first pass against the Packers, but calmed down and led the team to multiple scores after that. Rudolph ended camp with a bang, leading an impressive touchdown drive in the two-minute drill. Dobbs also finished solidly, giving the team plenty to contemplate at the quarterback position.

RB: Le’Veon Bell’s holdout continues, as expected. Backup James Conner has impressed in Bell’s stead and offers the team a glimpse at what a Bell-less future might hold. Conner lost weight in the offseason, and the results are evident. He’s quicker, both in practices and in games. It can be challenging to evaluate running backs without full-contact situations, so seeing Conner perform well Thursday night, breaking arm tackles and running with determination, was promising. Others are jockeying for position behind Conner for the No. 3 role. In his weekly chat, beat writer Gerry Dulac said, "Stevan Ridley has looked really good in camp. But I don't think they want to part with Jaylen Samuels. My darkhorse candidate is undrafted rookie Jarvion Franklin." Fitzgerald Toussaint has value as a special teamer, so any backup would have to prove they are capable in that area to displace Toussaint.

WR: Like Roethlisberger, Antonio Brown had an injury scare this week. Long-time, nationally-respected beat reporter Ed Bouchette tweeted that Brown limped off the practice field. Others reported conflicting accounts, saying he merely did individual drills and was done for the day. Mike Tomlin confirmed the latter after practice, relieving Steelers fans everywhere. Brown was quite defensive about the Bouchette report. Opposite Brown, JuJu Smith-Schuster continues to impress, not only with his second touchdown in as many games but in practice as well. He has found a rhythm with all of the team’s quarterbacks. Rookie James Washington rivals Smith-Schuster for preseason accolades. Washington

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has made 2-3 of jaw-dropping plays per practice, not to mention his dominant 5-catch, 114-yard, 2-touchdown stat line against the Packers. He may be “eased into” the third receiver role in deference to veterans Justin Hunter and Darrius Heyward-Bey, but he won’t be kept off the field for long.

TE: The plan was for Vance McDonald to earn the starting role, but a foot injury has kept him off the field for almost the entirety of training camp. Per Dulac, "I think they are being extra cautious with him. They think he will be. He's going to be a big part of this offense." Reporters close to the team suggest that as soon as McDonald is healthy, he’ll be a viable weapon. However, the longer it takes, the more tenuous his hold on that role becomes – especially with a capable alternative in Jesse James.

Defense: Finding Ryan Shazier’s replacement remains challenging. Jon Bostic is ineffective against space eaters in run defense, and he’s lost at times in pass coverage. Tyler Matakevich has the ceiling of a special teamer. L.J. Fort is the most athletic of the group, but he’s raw and can be fooled easily in coverage. If the team doesn’t solve this puzzle soon, opposing running backs – particularly those who can catch passes – are going to have a field day. At outside linebacker, T.J. Watt is still injured and hasn’t played enough to properly evaluate his move from one side of the defense to the other. There are questions at safety, but free agent Morgan Burnett is a bright spot; he’s constantly around the ball and is making splash plays in practice.

OL: The first-string line was without left guard Ramon Foster and center Maurkice Pouncey versus Green Bay. Foster hyperextended his knee early in camp, and Pouncey was held out for precautionary reasons. In their place, Matt Feiler worked at left guard while B.J. Finney got the start at center. The subs dominated in the run game, opening up huge holes for backup tailback James Conner. Left tackle Alejandro Villanueva had a great night, crushing his opposing number in the run game. Backup rookie tackle Chukwuma Okorafor gave up edge pressure working with the second team before injuring his shoulder. Overall, the line grades as a top-tier unit.

Returners: The team remains torn between two fantastic returners in Antonio Brown and JuJu Smith-Schuster who are also both vital on offense, and two other options in Cameron Sutton and Quadree Henderson who may not be as good, but can focus on special teams. It's customary for Pittsburgh to refrain from using its stars on special teams in the preseason, so we might not know which direction they are going in until the season kicks off.

Steelers Depth Chart QB: Ben Roethlisberger, Landry Jones, Mason Rudolph, Joshua Dobbs

RB: Le′Veon Bell (UFA-F), James Conner, Jaylen Samuels (FB), Fitzgerald Toussaint, Stevan Ridley, Jarvion Franklin, James Summers FB: Roosevelt Nix WR: Antonio Brown (PR), JuJu Smith-Schuster, James Washington, Justin Hunter, Darrius Heyward-Bey, Quadree Henderson (KR/PR), Eli Rogers, Marcus Trucker, Tevin Jones, Justin Thomas, Trey Griffey TE: Vance McDonald (inj), Jesse James, Xavier Grimble, Jake McGee LT: Alejandro Villanueva, Matt Feiler LG: Ramon Foster C: Maurkice Pouncey, BJ Finney RG: David Decastro, Jerald Hawkins RT: Marcus Gilbert, Chuks Okorafor K: Chris Boswell NT: Javon Hargrave, Daniel McCullers, Joshua Frazier DE: Stephon Tuitt, Cameron Heyward, Tyson Alualu, L.T. Walton, Casey Sayles, Lavon Hooks, Ola Adeniyi, Darnell Leslie ILB: Vince Williams, Tyler Matakevich, Jon Bostic, L.J. Fort, Matthew Thomas, Keith Kelsey, Matt Galambos, Ryan Shazier (inj) OLB: Bud Dupree, T.J. Watt, Anthony Chickillo, Keion Adams, Farrington Huguenin CB: Artie Burns, Joe Haden, Mike Hilton, Coty Sensabaugh, Cameron Sutton, Brian Allen, Greg Ducre (RFA), Dashaun Phillips, Antonio Crawford S: Morgan Burnett (FS), Sean Davis (SS), Terrell Edmunds, Marcus Allen, Nate Berhe, Jordan Dangerfield (FS), Daimion Stafford, Malik Golden Coaches: Head Coach: Mike Tomlin, QB Coach: Randy Fichtner, RB Coach: James Saxon, WR Coach: Darryl Drake, TE Coach: James Daniel, OL Coach: Mike Munchak, SpecTm Coach: Danny Smith, Def Coord: Keith Butler, DL Coach: Karl Dunbar, LB Coach: Joey Porter, LB Coach: Jerry Olsavsky, DB Coach: Tom Bradley

San Francisco 49ers

QB: Jimmy Garoppolo has been showered with praise by beat writers throughout the preseason, with particular attention on his budding chemistry with receiver Marquise Goodwin. Garoppolo was sharp against the Texans, completing 10-of-12 passes for 136 yards, a touchdown, and an interception. He hooked up with Goodwin on a 40-yarder down the sideline. The 49ers kept the Texans defense off balance by throwing on first and second downs, creating misdirection opportunities for Garrett Celek on the first drive. Garoppolo also had a nice throw to Pierre Garcon across the middle and capped the opening drive with a touchdown pass to Trent Taylor. His lone interception was not his fault as the ball deflected off Dante Pettis’ hands. C.J. Beathard looks locked into the number two role, playing deep into the second half. He didn’t have any big plays but was mobile and avoided mistakes. Nick Mullens threw an interception in mop-up duty and seems bound for the practice squad.

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RB: The running back position in San Francisco is one of the most important depth charts to watch in the NFL. Jerick McKinnon has a calf strain and will be held out of the rest of the preseason games. Matt Breida suffered a separated shoulder in the first preseason game but is hopeful to play in Week 1. As a result, Jeremy McNichols has seen work with the first team, and the team signed Alfred Morris, a favorite of head coach Kyle Shanahan. “I do believe he has a chance to make this team,” said Shanahan of his former starter in Washington. With the aforementioned injuries, the team is likely to carry at least four running backs on the 53-man roster. McNichols got the start against Houston but was held in check; he ran for 28 yards on ten carries. He caught three passes for 19 yards including a catch across the middle where a Houston defender leveled a huge hit at the point of the catch. Joe Williams, the darling of the 2017 preseason, struggled to 18 yards on eight carries before fracturing a rib. He’s a candidate for injured reserve depending on the prognosis.

WR: A steady drumbeat of reports say Marquise Goodwin as Garoppolo’s preferred target. Pierre Garcon has had a quiet preseason, in contrast. Trent Taylor has also been called “popular target.” These trends carried into the second preseason game with Goodwin catching a 40-yard strike from Garoppolo down the sideline. Garcon caught a 17-yarder in his first snaps of the preseason. Richie James, an early camp standout has been relegated to reserve status with Taylor’s return from injury. Taylor is a natural slot option and will be a chain mover, especially on third down. Dante Pettis played extensively but inconsistently. He ran an end around on the first drive that was stopped for a loss and later had a ball deflect off his hands for an interception. Later in the game, he made a sliding 20-yard catch on a skinny post. He could have had a bigger game but was underthrown on a deep ball by C.J. Beathard. Aldrick Robinson flashed during the first preseason game, but like James, was relegated to reserve duty in recent practices.

TE: George Kittle didn’t play against Houston but returned to practice last week. Garrett Celek stepped into the lead tight end role, catching an 8-yard pass off play-action on the opening drive. Cole Hikutini rounds out the top three on the depth chart.

Defense: Richard Sherman has been getting some limited work at practice as he recovers from a hamstring pull. He put in extra work with Houston star Deandre Hopkins after a joint practice. General manager John Lynch heaped praise on linebacker Reuben Foster, "Reuben is Reuben. Reuben is an extremely talented player. Everyone talks about the talent, he’s one of the smartest football players I’ve been around. He sees things extremely well." Defensive back Jimmie Ward got ejected from the first joint practice after a fist fight with Hopkins.

OL: The line played okay against Houston, but the Texans were without J.J. Watt and seven other starters. Center Weston Richburg had an ugly sequence involving a holding penalty and an unsportsmanlike conduct flag for questioning the referees call. Facing a first-and-35, quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo threw an interception. Mike Person started the game at right guard but only played one series before yielding to Josh Garnett. Garnett, finally healthy after several tough-luck injuries, could get a chance to win the job back from Person, whom the coaches view as more of a backup center. The line needs to clean up some mental errors but still grades as a solid mid-tier unit, mostly on the strength of the tackle duo of Joe Staley and Mike McGlinchey.

Returners: Victor Bolden might be the top kickoff returner on the depth chart, but he's suspended for the first four games of the season and his play in the preseason has been uneven enough that his final roster spot could be in jeopardy.

49ers Depth Chart QB: Jimmy Garoppolo, C.J. Beathard, Nick Mullens, Jack Heneghan RB: Jerick McKinnon (inj), Matt Breida (KR)(inj), Jeremy McNichols, Raheem Mostert, Alfred Morris, Joe Williams (inj), Jeff Wilson FB: Kyle Juszczyk, Malcolm Johnson WR: Marquise Goodwin, Pierre Garcon, Trent Taylor (PR), Dante Pettis (PR), Aaron Burbridge, Kendrick Bourne, Aldrick Robinson, Richie James, Victor Bolden (susp), Max McCaffrey, Steve Dunbar Jr. TE: George Kittle (inj), Garrett Celek, Cole Hikutini, Cole Wick, Ross Dwelley, Wes Saxton LT: Joe Staley LG: Laken Tomlinson, Jonathan Cooper C: Weston Richburg, Zane Beadles RG: Mike Person, Josh Garnett, Erik Magnusen RT: Mike McGlinchey, Garry Gilliam K: Robbie Gould DT: DeForest Buckner, Earl Mitchell (NT), D.J. Jones (NT), Jullian Taylor, Sheldon Day DE: Solomon Thomas (inj), Arik Armstead, Ronald Blair, Cassius Marsh, Jeremiah Attaochu, Pita Taumoepenu (inj), Kentavius Street (inj) MLB: Reuben Foster (susp), Brock Coyle OLB: Malcolm Smith (inj), Eli Harold (S/DE), Mark Nzeocha, Korey Toomer, Fred Warner (W/M), Dekoda Watson (S), Elijah Lee CB: Richard Sherman, Ahkello Witherspoon, K′Waun Williams, Jimmie Ward, Greg Mabin, Tyvis Powell, Tarvarius Moore, Tarvarus McFadden S: Jaquiski Tartt, Adrian Colbert (FS), D.J. Reed (FS/CB), Antone Exum, Marcell Harris, Chanceller James, Dexter McCoil Coaches: Head Coach: Kyle Shanahan, QB Coach: Rich Scangarello, RB Coach: Bobby Turner, WR Coach: Mike LaFleur, TE Coach: Jon Embree, OL Coach: John Benton, SpecTm Coach: Richard Hightower, Def Coord: Robert Saleh, DL Coach: Jeff Zgonina, LB Coach: DeMeco Ryans, LB Coach: Johnny Holland, DB Coach: Jeff Hafley

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Seattle Seahawks

QB: The biggest news at the position took place off the field this week, as news broke Seattle offered a second round pick to the Indianapolis Colts for backup Jacoby Brissett. Jason LaCanfora of CBS countered that report, saying the team made no such offer. Regardless of the veracity of the story, the team understandably needs to look for an upgrade behind Russell Wilson. Rookie Alex McGough played well (9-of-12 for 97 yards and a touchdown) against the Chargers’ third-stringers, but that’s a small consolation. Austin Davis was terrible (1-for-3 for 6 yards and a sack) and hasn’t looked much better in practice. It’s hard to imagine Pete Carroll will stand pat once teams start cutting rosters down and veterans hit the open market.

RB: There is good news and bad news for Chris Carson. The good news he’s the top option with Rashaad Penny hurt, and he led the team with 34 yards on nine carries against the Chargers. The bad news is he fumbled twice in the game, both at the goal line. He did score a touchdown which was called back on a penalty, but the turnovers are a crushing blow to Carson’s chances of distancing himself from the other running backs on the roster. “Chris ran the ball really well. It gets clouded because he gave up the ball inside the 1,” said Carroll, stating the obvious. C.J. Prosise managed to get through a half of football without aggravating the hip injury which caused him to miss the first game. He wasn’t all that impressive running the ball but had six catches on six targets.

WR: Doug Baldwin and Tyler Lockett missed the game, and Jaron Brown made a statement with a two-catch, 74-yard performance in their absence. On his 45-yard catch, Brown had a little space on the defender, and Russell Wilson dropped hit Brown in stride with a perfect pass. Brown has done enough to lock up a spot in the regular rotation. David Moore was equally impressive, catching two passes for 71 yards. Moore split two defenders and caught a contested 52-yard pass from Wilson. Brandon Marshall may not be catching a ton of passes, but Gregg Bell of the News Tribune thinks Marshall will start in the opener. Marshall has “impressed Carroll, Wilson and offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer with his suggestions and critiques in team meetings,” reports Bell.

TE: Rookie Will Dissly drew a flag for a block in the back which erased a Chris Carson touchdown run against the Chargers. It was a foolish mistake characteristic of a rookie. On the other hand, Ed Dickson, per CBS, is not progressing in his recovery so the team might have no choice but to lean on Dissly in conjunction with starter Nick Vannett.

Defense: Third round pick Rasheem Green finished the game against the Los Angeles with 1.5 sacks, two tackles for loss, and six total tackles. Through two preseason games, the former USC defensive end has 13 tackles, three sacks, and seven quarterback hits. Dion Jordan is out with a shin injury but is expected to start opposite from Frank Clark. If Jordan’s injury lingers, Green should get a chance to start in Week 1. Safety Delano Hill has struggled, and sometimes looks lost, and seems to be a liability in pass coverage. With Kam Chancellor on the PUP list and no end to Earl Thomas’ holdout, safety is a massive need. Expect the team to scour the waiver wire as veterans hit the market during 53-man roster cuts K: Another week passed in the Seahawks kicker battle without anything to greatly change the complexion of the competition, and the Seahawks decided to end it. Janikowski hit from 33 and Myers hit from 25 in the loss to the Chargers, and the Seahawks later indicated that they had seen enough, releasing Myers on Monday. Janikowski will be the Seahawks kicker to open the 2018 season.

K: Another week passed in the Seahawks kicker battle without anything to greatly change the complexion of the competition, and the Seahawks decided to end it. Janikowski hit from 33 and Myers hit from 25 in the loss to the Chargers, and the Seahawks later indicated that they had seen enough, releasing Myers on Monday. Janikowski will be the Seahawks kicker to open the 2018 season.

OL: The line started hot against the Chargers, opening holes for two long gains. Right guard D.J. Fluker left the game with a dislocated finger and was replaced by Jordan Roos. Fluker’s injury is believed to be minor. He might miss the remainder of preseason but shouldn’t miss any regular season time. Without Fluker in the game, starting right tackle Germain Ifedi struggled, and the team could be looking for other options. Rookie right tackle Jamarco Jones underwent surgery for a high ankle sprain suffered earlier in the preseason and Isaiah Battle has been out with a knee sprain, leaving Willie Beavers as the second-team right tackle. George Fant has starting experience, but the coaches prefer him as the backup swing tackle working behind Duane Brown. The group ranks as a mid-tier unit; they’re much improved from where they were this point last season.

Returners: If there were a challenge to veteran Tyler Lockett handling punt and kickoff return duties, it was likely incoming rookie Rashaad Penny. A broken finger will cost Penny valuable preseason reps, however, and likely puts any such challenge on ice for the time being.

Seahawks Depth Chart QB: Russell Wilson, Austin Davis, Alex McGough RB: Chris Carson, Rashaad Penny (inj), C.J. Prosise (3RB), J.D. McKissic (3RB), Mike Davis, Justin Stockton, Gerald Holmes FB: Tre Madden, Khalid Hill (IR)

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WR: Doug Baldwin (inj), Tyler Lockett (KR/PR), Brandon Marshall, Jaron Brown, Amara Darboh, David Moore, Tanner McEvoy, Keenan Reynolds, Marcus Johnson, Cyril Grayson, Damore′ea Stringfellow, Marvin Bracy, Malik Turner TE: Ed Dickson (inj), Nick Vannett, Will Dissly, Tyrone Swoopes, Kyle Carter, Clayton Wilson (inj) LT: Duane Brown, Jamarco Jones, Isaiah Battle LG: Ethan Pocic, Rees Odhiambo C: Justin Britt, Joey Hunt RG: D.J. Fluker RT: Germain Ifedi, George Fant K: Sebastian Janikowski DT: Jarran Reed, Shamar Stephen, Nazair Jones, Tom Johnson, Quinton Jefferson, Poona Ford, Joey Ivie DE: Frank Clark, Dion Jordan (inj), Rasheem Green, Branden Jackson, Jacob Martin, Erik Walden, Marcell Frazier, Ricky Ali′fua MLB: Bobby Wagner, Paul Dawson, Josh Forrest OLB: K.J. Wright (W) (inj), Barkevious Mingo (S/DE), Shaquem Griffin (W), D.J. Alexander, Jake Pugh, Austin Calitro, Jason Hall, Emmanuel Beal CB: Shaquill Griffin, Byron Maxwell, Justin Coleman, Dontae Johnson (inj), Neiko Thorpe, Tre Flowers (FS), Trovon Reed, Michael Tyson, Akeem King, Jeremy Boykins, Elijah Battle S: Earl Thomas (FS), Delano Hill (SS), Bradley McDougald (FS), Tedrick Thompson (FS), Maurice Alexander (SS), Lorenzo Jerome, T.J. Mutcherson, Kam Chancellor (PUP) Coaches: Head Coach: Pete Carroll, Off Coord: Brian Schottenheimer, QB Coach: Dave Canales, RB Coach: Chad Morton, WR Coach: Nate Carroll, TE Coach: Pat McPherson, OL Coach: Mike Solari, SpecTm Coach: Brian Schneider, Def Coord: Ken Norton, DL Coach: Clint Hurtt, DB Coach: Nick Sorensen, DB Coach: Andre Curtis: Nate Carroll, TE Coach: Pat McPherson, OL Coach: Mike Solari, SpecTm Coach: Brian Schneider, Def Coord: Ken Norton, DL Coach: Clint Hurtt, DB Coach: Nick Sorensen, DB Coach: Andre Curtis

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

QB: Jameis Winston earned praise this week for extending plays and had a highlight-worthy touchdown pass to Chris Godwin that has the local media excited. The offensive line continues giving up a lot of pressure and Winston’s throw was into a sea of defenders. He completed 13-of-18 passes for 226 yards and two touchdowns against the Titans. Winston has been consistently accurate in the deep game when he’s had time. Ryan Fitzpatrick, who will start the first three weeks of the season, has also connected in the vertical game – including this week in joint practices with the Titans. Fitzpatrick and Winston split first-team reps this week. Fitzpatrick has been a steadying hand in camp in stark contrast to his disappointing play last preseason. Ryan Griffin also played well in mop-up duties versus the Titans backups.

RB: Peyton Barber is the starter and performing like one in the preseason. Ronald Jones has been inconsistent. His speed is evident in practice, but if he’s not dropping the occasional pass, he’s fumbling, or struggling as a blocker. Jones is getting a few first-team reps, but Barber gets the majority, and he’s deserving of them. Coach Koetter says Barber has the look of an NFL starter. Shaun Wilson and Dare Ogunbowale are locked in an intense battle for the final roster spot behind Jacquizz Rodgers. Wilson has performed well on special teams and in the second half of preseason games, but a shoulder injury cost him a few practices and opened the door for Ogunbowale. Tampa Bay signed Ogunbowale in training camp, and he has earned Koetter’s praise for picking up the offense quickly as well as contributing on special teams. Wilson has kept the competition close since returning from injury. He’s had good moments as a return specialist, receiver, and in pass protection drills.

WR: Mike Evans and DeSean Jackson had great weeks of practice against the Titans. Evans was the clear standout, including a target he won over two defenders. In addition to his reenactment of the famous Dolphins-Raiders “Sea of Hands” play in this week’s game, Chris Godwin is also routinely impressing against tight coverage in practice. Evans and Godwin are the starters on the outside, and DeSean Jackson and Adam Humphries will earn significant time in multiple-receiver sets. Godwin could become a valued red zone option because of his ability to gain separation and work back toward the football. Evans has picked up his intensity this summer. He not only set a goal of earning more yards after the catch and after contact, but he got visibly angry with Fitzpatrick for underthrowing a fade route to him during a joint practice. Rookie Justin Watson is playing bigger than his size, but he has lacked consistency and is on the roster bubble.

TE: Position coach Ben Steele says it wouldn’t surprise him if O.J. Howard has a breakout year. Howard made highlight-reel plays in practice this week and spent the offseason studying the game film for Zach Ertz, Rob Gronkowski, Travis Kelce, and Tony Gonzalez. Still, Cameron Brate remains the co-starter and has been a reliable big-play receiver in crucial passing situations while Howard will be counted on to do more blocking.

Defense: Jason Pierre-Paul had a big week during the joint practices, especially in one-on-ones against Taylor Lewan. He also sacked Titans starter Marcus Mariota. Brent Grimes is healthy and in top condition. He made a handful of big plays in Tuesday’s practice. Chris Conte had an interception in the red zone against the Titans. Rookie defensive tackle Vita Vea remains out with a calf injury.

K: Chandler Catanzaro recovered from a shaky first outing to go 3-for-3 on field goal attempts, including a

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48-yarder. He also made all three of his extra point attempts. Catanzaro is back in the safe zone for draftable fantasy kickers.

OL: The line had a mixed performance against Tennessee. The left side of Donovan Smith and Ali Marpet looked sharp, and center Ryan Jensen is gelling with his new teammates. Veteran right tackle Demar Dotson got the start, his first game back following offseason knee surgery. He was penalized for an illegal formation penalty but looked effective otherwise. Dotson eventually gave way to Brad Seaton, and he had difficulty dealing with edge rusher Sharif Finch. Right guard Caleb Benenoch had a tough night in pass protection, and he too was flagged for an illegal formation, this time taking points off the board as it occurred during a successful field goal. The line ranks in the third quartile, just above the bottom-tier, due to the propensity for penalties.

Returners: The team has no great options on punt and kickoff returns, but a few practical ones in Adam Humphries and Jacquizz Rodgers. Neither is talented enough that losing the top job should come as a surprise, but as weeks go by with no credible challengers emerging, it looks more likely they'll enter the season handling return responsibilities.

Buccaneers Depth Chart QB: Jameis Winston (susp), Ryan Fitzpatrick, Ryan Griffin, Riley Ferguson, Austin Allen RB: Peyton Barber (SD), Charles Sims (3RB)(inj), Ronald Jones II, Jacquizz Rodgers (KR), Shaun Wilson FB: Austin Johnson, Donnie Ernsberger WR: Mike Evans, Chris Godwin, DeSean Jackson, Adam Humphries (PR), Justin Watson, Bobo Wilson, Freddie Martino, Jake Lampman TE: O.J. Howard, Cameron Brate, Antony Auclair, Alan Cross (FB) LT: Donovan Smith, Leonard Wester LG: Ali Marpet, Adam Gettis C: Ryan Jensen RG: Evan Smith, Caleb Benenoch, Alex Cappa RT: Demar Dotson, Brad Seaton K: Chandler Catanzaro DT: Gerald McCoy (inj), Vita Vea, Beau Allen, DaVonte Lambert, Jerel Worthy DE: Jason Pierre-Paul, Vinny Curry, Noah Spence, William Gholston, Mitch Unrein, Channing Ward, Will Clarke, Pat O′Conner MLB: Kwon Alexander, Riley Bullough, Jeff Knox OLB: Lavonte David (W) (inj), Kendell Beckwith (S) (inj), Adarius Taylor (inj), Jack Cichy (M/S/W), Devante Bond, Cameron Lynch, Nigel Harris, Eric Nzeocha CB: Brent Grimes, Carlton Davis, Vernon Hargreaves III, M.J. Stewart (FS/CB), Ryan Smith, Javien Elliott, Maurice Fleming, David Rivers, De′Vante Harris, Mark Myers S: Justin Evans, Chris Conte, Keith Tandy, Josh Robinson, Jordan Whitehead, Godwin Igwebuike Coaches: Head Coach: Dirk Koetter, Off Coord: Todd Monken, QB Coach: Mike Bajakian, RB Coach: Tim Spencer, WR Coach: Skyler Fulton, TE Coach: Ben Steele, OL

Coach: George Warhop, SpecTm Coach: Nate Kaczor, Def Coord: Mike Smith, DL Coach: Brentson Buckner, LB Coach: Mark Duffner, DB Coach: Brett Maxie, DB Coach: Jon Hoke

Tennessee Titans

QB: The team joined the Buccaneers for joint practices this week, and it was only a matter of time before the comparisons between Marcus Mariota and Jameis Winston – who were drafted back-to-back in 2015 – began anew. General manager Jon Robinson trod carefully around these questions, “Everyone’s personality is different. Marcus sets an example. I’ve seen him be vocal. I’ve seen him step up and command on the sidelines. He’s not going to do it 60 minutes straight. But there are going to be times he feels he has to put his foot on the gas, and he’ll do it.” Marcus Mariota rebounded this week after a frustrating week prior. His footwork is improved; he no longer seems to have to think about the spacing between his feet as he sets and throws. Mariota had another impressive preseason performance, completing 4-of-7 passes for 80 yards and a touchdown before ceding the field to the backups. Blaine Gabbert may be learning his eighth offensive system in eight seasons, but he has the confidence of his head coach. Mike Vrabel said, “Blaine’s a professional. He’s got a good arm. I think he’s come in, and he’s been with a lot of quarterbacks, he’s been with a lot of teams, so I think he gives good perspective to the room, first and foremost.” In spite of his coach’s confidence, Gabbert again was inconsistent in practice and the game. While he led a 75-yard touchdown drive to start the second half, his other five drives ended in punts or turnovers. Luke Falk has looked a bit lost in practice. It’s possible the Titans try to sneak Falk onto the practice squad.

RB: Derrick Henry ran with power in joint practice sessions. For example, Henry manhandled Buccaneers linebacker, Riley Bullough. Henry didn’t play long enough in the game to make his mark. He rushed three times for seven yards but encouragingly showed off his receiving skills on a 7-yard swing pass. Dion Lewis is playing with a chip on his shoulder. When asked to expand on the Patriots letting him walk in free agency, Lewis said, “If they wanted me, they could've had me. But obviously, they didn't want me; they didn't think I was good enough to be there. I just had to move on and do what's best for me." Lewis also didn’t do much in the Buccaneers game. He ran once for a yard and caught two balls including a 16-yarder. David Fluellen may have pulled ahead of Akrum Wadley for the third roster spot. Wadley has had some issues with ball security while Fluellen has been solid, if unspectacular.

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WR: Corey Davis had a quiet night against the Buccaneers. His only opportunity came on a deep pass downfield that was expertly defended. Davis has been anything but quiet in practices, thankfully. He has dominated over the last few days. Veteran Rishard Matthews’ timetable remains a mystery. He continues light work on the side at practices but has yet to be cleared. The coaches have given Tajae Sharpe more first-team reps, which may be a sign they’re preparing to be without Matthews for some time. Taywan Taylor was tremendous in practice, regularly beating defenders in one-on-one drills. In the game, Taylor led the Titans with four catches for 95 yards and two touchdowns; the first came playing with the first-team offense. The coaches have difficult choices to make between Darius Jennings, Nick Williams, and Deontay Burnett. All three have been impressive throughout camp, but Williams is the most likely to stick because of his familiarity with the offensive coordinator Matt LaFleur from their time in Atlanta.

TE: Delanie Walker injured his toe in practice last week. He made a contested catch before coming up hobbled and making his way to the locker room with a trainer. Jonnu Smith has stepped up this offseason and has improved by leaps and bounds. With Walker out of practice, Smith received first-team repetitions and went skyward to catch a beautiful touchdown pass over Kwon Alexander.

Defense: The unit is adapting well to defensive coordinator Dean Pees’ scheme. The starters held the Buccaneers first-team offense to three points. The team is experimenting with sub packages. Derrick Morgan has been spending time at defensive tackle playing both three- and five-technique with Harold Landry and Aaron Wallace manning the outside linebacker spots. Cornerback Adoree Jackson had an impressive week. He picked off two Ryan Fitzpatrick passes in 11-on-11 drills, punctuating each with a backflip celebration. Rashaan Evans remains out with an undisclosed injury. Linebackers coach Tyrone McKenzie remained tight-lipped about the nature and severity of the injury but indicated Evans is close to returning. The team is thin at safety after Kendrick Lewis was shaken up against Tampa Bay.

OL: The line had a successful performance against Tampa Bay. The game plan emphasized the screen pass, and the big men were throwing blocks in the open field throughout the first half, first for running back Derrick Henry and then for wide receiver Taywan Taylor’s long touchdown. Center Ben Jones is quietly becoming one of the league’s better pivot men. Right tackle Jack Conklin remains on the PUP list but has been rehabbing on the sidelines. Dennis Kelly has been starting in Conklin’s place and doing an adequate job. As Conklin’s injury occurred in the playoffs, his readiness for the start of the regular season was always in question. The Titans’ line looks strong even with Kelly at

right tackle; they grade out as a top-tier unit.

Returners: Michael Campanaro was signed to push Adoree Jackson on returns and potentially free up Jackson to focus more on defense. The veteran continues to come up short, and an injury that cost him several practices hasn't helped matters. Campanaro probably needs to earn the return specialist job to make the final 53-man roster.

Titans Depth Chart QB: Marcus Mariota, Blaine Gabbert, Luke Falk, Tyler Ferguson RB: Derrick Henry (SD), Dion Lewis (3RB), David Fluellen (KR), Akrum Wadley WR: Corey Davis, Rishard Matthews (inj), Taywan Taylor, Tajae Sharpe, Deontay Burnett, Michael Campanaro, Nick Williams, Darius Jennings TE: Delanie Walker (inj), Jonnu Smith, Philip Supernaw, Luke Stocker, Tim Semish LT: Taylor Lewan, Kevin Pamphile LG: Quinton Spain C: Ben Jones, Corey Levin RG: Josh Kline, Xavier Sua-Filo RT: Dennis Kelly, Jack Conklin (INJ) K: Ryan Succop DT: Jurell Casey, Bennie Logan, Austin Johnson, Antwaun Woods, Julius Warmsley DE: DaQuan Jones, David King, Matt Dickerson ILB: Wesley Woodyard, Rashaan Evans, Jayon Brown, Will Compton, Nate Palmer, Daren Bates, Denzel Johnson OLB: Brian Orakpo, Derrick Morgan, Harold Landry, Josh Carraway, Aaron Wallace, Nick Deluca CB: Logan Ryan, Malcolm Butler, Adoree Jackson (PR), Leshaun Sims, Kalan Reed, Tye Smith, Jeremy Boykins S: Kevin Byard (FS), Kenny Vaccaro (SS), Brynden Trawick, Dane Cruikshank, Curtis Riley (RFA), Kendrick Lewis, Demontre Hurst, Damon Webb, Steve Terrell, Jonathan Cyprien (IR) Coaches: Head Coach: Mike Vrabel, Off Coord: Matt LaFleur, QB Coach: Pat OHara, RB Coach: Tony Dews, WR Coach: Rob Moore, TE Coach: Arthur Smith, OL Coach: Keith Carter, SpecTm Coach: Craig Aukerman, Def Coord: Dean Pees, DL Coach: Terrell Williams, LB Coach: Tyrone McKenzie, LB Coach: Shane Bowen, DB Coach: Kerry Coombs

Washington Redskins

QB: Alex Smith played one series against the Jets in the team’s 15-13 victory but was sharp. He completed 4-of-6 passes for 48 yards (8.0 per attempt) before giving way to Colt McCoy. McCoy had a nondescript evening completing 12-of-16 passes for 140 yards (8.8 per attempt) with an interception. Smith’s limited playing time in the game was in stark contrast to his workload during three days of joint practices; he got more work against the Jets than against his own team in the first few weeks of camp.

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RB: Derrius Guice is done for the season. Samaje Perine is out for at least a week with a sprained ankle. Byron Marshall will miss two-to-four weeks with a more severe ankle injury. Martez Carter, who led the team in carries (seven) and yards (45) against New York, was waived over the weekend with an injury settlement. Throw in Chris Thompson’s limited role as he continues rehabbing from a broken leg, and it’s a dire situation. Rob Kelley is healthy but gained only 17 yards on seven carries against the Jets. Kapri Bibbs is the second-best running back in practice now, by default. That explains why the team worked out Orleans Darkwa, Jamaal Charles, and Adrian Peterson on Monday, and then signed Peterson. The future Hall of Famer needs 37 yards to pass Jim Brown for 10th all time, but that’s about where the excitement should end. Last year, in stints with New Orleans and Arizona, Peterson ran 156 times for 529 yards (3.4 per attempt) and scored twice. By comparison, Samaje Perine ran 175 times for 603 yards (3.4 per attempt) and scored once, but also contributed as a receiver with 182 yards and a touchdown. NFL history is littered with great players who don’t know when to say goodbye, and Peterson is just another in the long, sad line.

WR: Jamison Crowder missed the Jets game and weekend practices with a mild groin injury, but his status for the regular season isn’t in question. Josh Doctson and Paul Richardson both started and had a catch in the game, and both were effective in joint practices. Doctson, in particular, got the best of the Jets defensive backs in one-on-one drills.

TE: Jordan Reed didn’t play against the Jets, nor did he practice on Saturday, but there’s no cause for concern. He had a stomach illness and was back at practice on Sunday. Reed will always be an injury risk, but this has been the most encouraging preseason in three years. Jeremy Sprinkle started against the Jets (as did Vernon Davis), but wasn’t targeted in 25 snaps. The third-stringer keeps getting talked up by coaches but isn’t making an impression among camp observers on most days.

Defense: The starting defense, minus Matt Ioannidis, held the Jets first-team offense to three points and three first downs on two drives and sacked Jets starter, Sam Darnold, twice. The Alabama tandem of Daron Payne and Jonathan Allen were finally on the field together, and the results enticed. Allen had three tackles in 15 snaps. Payne broke through the Jets interior and notched one of the sacks on Darnold; if Payne can generate an interior pass rush to go along with his well-established run-stuffing ability, Washington’s defensive front will be an asset after years of liability. Safety D.J. Swearinger expected his unit to dominate in the preseason tilt because, from his vantage, they dominated the Jets for three days of joint practices, too. “We dominated in Richmond,” Swearinger said. “It felt great to dominate a

team at the end. I think we got to be a little better at the end on defense, but I think we got some good quality work in” On the heels of Orlando Scandrick’s release, Washington is dead set on a youth movement to complement Josh Norman. Undrafted Ranthony Texada is the surprise of the bunch; he was promoted to the second-team defense after another intense week of practice. Texada still isn’t guaranteed a roster spot, because the other first-year players can volley back over the final two weeks of the preseason.

OL: Except for left tackle Trent Williams, who was held out for precautionary reasons, Washington’s first-team offensive line was intact for the first drive (10 snaps) versus the Jets. Swing tackle Ty Nsekhe was also held out with what the coaches termed a “lower body injury” suffered in joint practices. Their absence meant rookie Geron Christian got the start. Christian had a rough evening, giving up pressure off the edge and allowing a big hit on quarterback Alex Smith. Left guard Shawn Lauvao saw his first game action since Week 11 at New England last season, and he was rusty, allowing a quarterback hit. The rest of the line had a clean night, and right tackle Morgan Moses had a lockdown performance in pass protection. With Williams in the lineup the line grades as a top-tier unit.

Returners: Jamison Crowder might be comfortably entrenched as the punt returner, but the kickoff return role remains unsettled. Samaje Perine gained experience last season, but an ankle injury leaves his status unclear for Week 1. Washington is running out of time and options.

Redskins Depth Chart QB: Alex Smith, Colt McCoy, Kevin Hogan RB: Chris Thompson (3RB) (inj), Robert Kelley, Samaje Perine (KR)(inj), Adrian Peterson, Byron Marshall (inj), Kapri Bibbs, Martez Carter, Derrius Guice (IR) WR: Josh Doctson, Paul Richardson, Jamison Crowder (PR), Maurice Harris, Trey Quinn, Brian Quick, Simmie Cobbs Jr., De′Mornay Pierson-El, Mikah Holder, Shay Fields, Robert Davis (IR) TE: Jordan Reed, Vernon Davis, Jeremy Sprinkle, Manasseh Garner LT: Trent Williams, Ty Nsekhe LG: Shawn Lauvao, Tyler Catalina, Arie Kouandijo (IR) C: Chase Roullier RG: Brandon Scherff, Kyle Kalis RT: Morgan Moses, Geron Christian, T.J. Clemmings K: Dustin Hopkins NT: Da′Ron Payne, Ziggy Hood, Phil Taylor, Ondre Pipkins DE: Jonathan Allen, Stacy McGee (inj), Matt Ioannidis, Tim Settle, Anthony Lanier, Tavaris Barnes, Alex McCalister ILB: Zach Brown, Mason Foster, Josh Harvey-Clemons, Martrell Spaight, Shaun Dion Hamilton, Zach Vigil, Pete Robertson OLB: Ryan Kerrigan (W), Preston Smith (S), Ryan Anderson (W), Pernell McPhee CB: Josh Norman, Quinton Dunbar, Greg Stroman, Fabian Moreau (inj), Joshua Holsey S: D.J. Swearinger (FS), Montae Nicholson (SS), Deshazor

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Everett (FS), Adonis Alexander, Troy Apke, Fish Smithson, Kenny Ladler, Orion Stewart Coaches: Head Coach: Jay Gruden, Off Coord: Matt Cavanaugh, QB Coach: Kevin Oconnell, RB Coach: Randy Jordan, WR Coach: Ike Hilliard, TE Coach: Wes Phillips, OL Coach: Bill Callahan, SpecTm Coach: Ben Kotwica, Def Coord: Greg Manusky, DL Coach: Jim Tomsula, LB Coach: Kirk Olivadotti, LB Coach: Chad Grimm, DB Coach: Torrian Gray