NFL Week 2 Updates and Schedule

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On Thursday, the second week of full preseason begins. This is one of five consecutive days of NFL action. There are only two games left before the opening of regular season, so expect to see more players and familiar names.

The festivities began Thursday morning with the New England PatriotsIt is possible to travel for the sake of it Philadelphia EaglesEagles play in this game. Jalen Hurtswas forced to leave the game due to illness, and the Patriots took over.

Friday will see two additional tilts, with the first ESPN broadcast in the 2021 season. This meeting will be between the Kansas City Chiefs Arizona CardinalsIt also features a reunion of college students, featuring Chiefs’ quarterback Patrick MahomesKliff Kingsbury, Texas Tech’s coach — at least one series.

Saturday is the main day with 10 games. An afternoon matchup between the teams begins. Buffalo Bills Chicago BearsThen, follow by New York JetsFace to face with the Green Bay Packers. It is possible to meet the Jets’ rookie QB Zach WilsonLegendary Packers fanboy! Aaron RodgersIn real-time. Night slate includes a Texas-sized fight between the Houston Texans Dallas CowboysIn Jerry World and The Las Vegas RaidersLos Angeles’s most loved team taking on Los Angeles RamsFor those who want this title

The Odell Beckham Jr.Bowl between the New York Giants Cleveland BrownsThis is one of the two Sunday contests, Trevor LawrenceThe final touch is when he makes his Monday Night Football debut. Jacksonville JaguarsPlay at the New Orleans Saints

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The Thursday game

A standout performerPatriots QB Cam Newton8 passes, 1 touchdown, 0 intercept

Cam NewtonHe made the most definitive statement that he won’t be giving up his job as starting quarterback, going 8 of 9 for 103 yards over three drives. Newton was as relaxed as he has been in his Patriot days, even against Eagles second-string defense. His 28-yard touchdown to receiver made Newton look as at home as a Patriot. Jakobi MeyersMeyers followed him, and he gave Meyers a hand signal prior to the snap. This was his way of indicating his intent. It shows a QB/WR who are operating at peak efficiency, from a presnap communication perspective. Meanwhile Mac JonesThere were some highlights, including his 17-play, 91 yard first drive that took up 9:04 on the clock. Jones was 13 of 19 for 146 yards in four drives. — Mike Reiss

Next game Giants (6:15 p.m. ET, August 29

Rookie receiver DeVonta SmithMade his preseason debut with two catches of 19 yards and four targets. Smith’s ability to move well and not being impeded by his left MCL injury that prevented him from practicing for 2 weeks was more significant than any stat line. Smith caught his second catch on the evening. He started in the inside and hit the brakes before he cut back to the cornerback. Michael JacksonSmith was able to show his Heisman Trophy-winning qualities for the reception at a distance of 10 yards. Smith was slow to shake off the rust. Smith started Smith’s night with two drops and two passes that were not perfect. Joe FlaccoWho started as a patient with an illness? Jalen HurtsSmith was a smooth player and the games progressed. The game opened pretty regularly. It was an excellent warmup to the regular season opener against Smith. Atlanta FalconsOn September 12,Tim McManus

Next gameJets (7:30 PM) ET, 27 Aug.