The final week of the 2022 NFL preseason is here. Each of the league’s 32 teams will play Thursday night through the weekend, with varying numbers of starters participating in their teams’ games. We’ve put together a handy guide for you in the space below, including start times and TV schedules, as well as what you should be aware of during each game.
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Friday, August 26
Panthers The bill
Time: 7pm EST
television : NFL+, check out the local list
Buffalo’s offense in this preseason has been dominant, so it’s worth watching to see if that continues. Now that Baker Mayfield has been officially named Carolina’s starting quarterback, any pictures he takes are also worth a look. Additionally, Buffalo’s rookie cornerbacks (Kaiir Elam and Christian Benford) should see some action as they prepare for the regular season.
Cowboys Seahawks
time: 8 PM EST
television: NFL Network
With Tyron Smith sidelined for the foreseeable future, all eyes are on the Cowboys’ left tackle situation. Rookie Taylor Smith can shoot, but he missed practice this week with an ankle injury. Josh Ball, Matt Valetzko and Aviant Collins are also optional. Seattle will be without Rashaad Penny (COVID-19) and Kenneth Walker (hernia), so the running back position is a concern.
Saint’s Charger
time: 8 PM EST
TV: NFL+, check out the local list
The Chargers rarely start preseason, but here’s how the backcourt rotation changes could be who will start the regular season Leads to Austin Eckler’s main bench. How well Saints rookies Chris Olaf and Trevor Penning perform, if they play, is always worth watching.
Patriots are in the Raiders
time:
8:15pm EST
television: NFL+, check local listings
Bill Belichick vs. Josh McDaniels! Plus, how does Matt Patricia direct New England’s offense.
Saturday, August 27
Falcons Jaguars
time: 3pm EST
television: NFL+, check out the local listings
Trevor Lawrence and Travis Etienne, no matter how many times they play, they’re worth watching. Falcons third-round pick Desmond Reed has looked pretty good so far in the preseason, and if that continues, he could replace Marcus Mariota as the starter at some point this season center.
Tigers Rams
time: 6pm EST
television: NFL Network
Undrafted free agent Lance McCutcheon showed some flash for the Rams in the preseason, if he can do it in a strong Bengals defense At this point, he could earn himself a roster. Los Angeles is unlikely to give any starters time, so players like him and the Rams’ back-round defensive back selection are the most notable here. Jessie Bates is back in training camp with the Bengals after signing the franchise tag, but rookie Dax Hill has done a lot of preseason and this could be his A precursor to playing time in the regular season.
Browns Bears
time: 7pm EST TV: NFL+ , CHECK LOCAL LIST
Chicago starters are expected to see 25-30 steals in this game, so it’s important to keep an eye on how Justin Fields handles Cleveland’s defense. For the Browns, the quarterback is worth watching as we know Deshaun Watson will miss at least the first 11 games of the season for violating his personality after being accused of sexual misconduct by two dozen women. Suspended for conduct policy.
Cardinals at Titans
time:
7pm EST
TV: NFL+, CHECK LOCAL LIST
Titans first-round pick Treylon Burks has been working with deep benchers in the preseason so far. continue here? Can he get first-team attacking time? Can Malik Willis continue to play outside of the attacking structure and can he do more inside the box?
Eagle watching dolphins
time: 7pm EST
TV:
NFL+, check out the local listings
Will this game really go as planned, or will the stomach ailments around the Miami locker room have an effect? Seriously, a lot of players will be competing for the final roster in this game. The Dolphins are looking for who can step up at the depleted cornerback position, while also trying to see which wide receivers can cut. Speaking of the perimeter, Jalen Riggle may have one last chance to convince the Hawks to keep him this season.
Commander of the Ravens
time: 7pm EST TV: NFL+, check local listings
Commander starters will see “very limited” action in this game, but the running back position is a concern Location. Antonio Gibson appears to have been overtaken by rookie Brian Robinson in his early work, and teams are talking about Gibson’s ability to contribute in special teams and as a receiver in space. Meanwhile, Baltimore is looking to extend its NFL-record 22-game preseason winning streak.
The Colts of the Buccaneers
time: 7:30pm EST television: NFL+, check local listings
According to head coach Frank Reich, Indy’s starters will play until halftime. Their Gus Bradley-led defense should be an interesting game against Tom Brady. Meanwhile, Todd Powers said “anybody is that healthy”, which means expecting to see a healthy Tom Brady start the game. Also, the inside of Tampa’s offensive line, amid a pile of injuries, is worth watching against Indianapolis’ defensive line.
Broncos Vikings
time: 9 PM EST television: NFL Network
The Broncos are expected to have the majority of the starting lineup for this game. Tight end Albert Okwuegbunam has done a lot of work during the preseason, and the coaching staff says he needs more rep. This can continue here. Kellen Mond and Sean Mannion appear to be fighting for Minnesota’s backup quarterback job, so that’s something to watch too.
Sunday, August 28 Giants of the Jets
time: 1pm EST
television:NFL Network
Many rookies, including first-round picks Evan Neil, Ahmed Gard Naruto, Garrett Wilson and Jermaine Johnson. Who occupies Kayvon Thibodeaux’s spot on the Giants’ defensive line. If Daniel Jones can continue his strong preseason. and more.
Steelers Lions
time:
4:25pm EST
TV: CBS
No. No. 2 overall pick Aidan Hutchinson and Steelers rookies Kenny Pickett and George Pickens are the most noteworthy.
