Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is set to face his former team in 29 days, but coach Mike Tomlin suggests he may not play in the preseason, citing Rodgers’ extensive experience. While some question whether Tomlin genuinely believes in this approach or is acquiescing to Rodgers’ preferences, the effectiveness of this decision will ultimately be revealed throughout the season.
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Tennessee Titans running back Tyjae Spears is expected to be sidelined for a few weeks due to an ankle sprain sustained during a recent game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, missing the rest of the preseason but aiming to return for the Week 1 matchup against the Denver Broncos on Sept. 7. Selected in the third round of the 2023 draft, Spears is projected to serve as the team's No. 2 running back behind Tony Pollard. Want More Context? 🔎
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The Cowboys traded a fifth-round pick to New England for quarterback Joe Milton III, hoping for a better outcome than their previous fourth-round pick, Trey Lance. Owner Jerry Jones expressed excitement about Milton's performance in the preseason opener against the Rams, where he completed 17 of 29 passes for 143 yards, a touchdown, and an interception, despite exiting with an elbow injury. Want More Context? 🔎
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In their preseason opener, the Jets had a strong performance, highlighted by new quarterback Justin Fields leading a 70-yard drive culminating in a touchdown, while the defense recorded four sacks and forced two turnovers. However, the team struggled with discipline, committing 10 penalties for 91 yards, including multiple unnecessary roughness calls, prompting head coach Aaron Glenn to emphasize the need for improvement ahead of joint practices with the Giants. Want More Context? 🔎
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