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Last updated: August 13, 2026, 6:35 PM ET

Preseason Lineups & Decisions

Star quarterbacks will see limited action in this weekend's preseason openers. Josh Allen is set to play Saturday as the Bills debut their new home stadium, with coach Joe Brady wanting to get the starters accustomed to the facility. In Cleveland, Deshaun Watson will start Saturday's preseason opener in Chicago, with Shedeur Sanders handling the second preseason game. Meanwhile, the Broncos are taking a cautious approach with Bo Nix, who will sit out Denver's preseason opener as he continues recovering from two ankle surgeries; he is expected to play in the final two warmup games. A highly anticipated rematch was derailed when Cardinals quarterback Carson Beck was ruled out of Thursday's preseason game against the Raiders due to a rib injury sustained in the Hall of Fame Game.

Roster Moves & Injuries

Several teams made notable additions and adjustments. The Panthers bolstered their tight end room by signing veteran Darren Waller to a one-year deal. The Steelers brought back veteran linebacker Elandon Roberts on a one-year contract, adding depth to their defense. On the injury front, 49ers receiver Ricky Pearsall is facing a roughly nine-month recovery after successful knee surgery, with his return targeted for next season.

Training Camp Buzz

Tempers flared at Eagles camp as a fight broke out between defensive tackle Moro Ojomo and offensive tackle Fred Johnson, highlighting the intensity of practices. In Washington, new coach Dan Quinn is re-energizing the Commanders with spelling bees, basketball shootouts, and a culture of competition after a 5-12 season. Over in Las Vegas, offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak is instilling a "no nonsense" sense of urgency that players and coaches appreciate. The Packers have a budding camp battle at cornerback, where rookie Brandon Cisse has shined and could steal the starting job from Keisean Nixon.

Off-Field & Fan Interest

Beyond the field, the NFL continues to expand its global footprint. The Jonas Brothers will perform at the league's first regular-season game in Australia, featuring the 49ers and Rams. In memorabilia, a Joe Montana Super Bowl XXIV jersey fetched a record $1.5 million at auction, surpassing the previous mark held by Tom Brady's final-game jersey. Meanwhile, Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels expressed anger after LSU allowed cornerback DJ Pickett to wear his No. 5, sending a cease-and-desist letter and saying he felt profoundly disrespected. Aaron Rodgers discussed a potential Lambeau Field return, but said it has to be an invite and hopes to be honored post-retirement.

Analysis & Fantasy

Two major storylines are brewing in the NFC. The Broncos' Bo Nix faces a critical 2026 season to prove he is Denver's franchise QB after two winning seasons. Bears coach Ben Johnson has set an audacious goal: making Chicago "the highest-scoring offense ever," bigger than winning the Super Bowl. For fantasy managers, ESPN's Mike Clay offers a guide to dominating non-traditional leagues, covering 10 different scoring setups.