Football is back.
Week 1 of the 2026 NFL preseason is underway, giving teams their first major opportunity to evaluate players in game situations before the regular season begins.
While preseason results do not count toward regular-season standings, the games play an important role in determining depth charts, roster spots and starting jobs.
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Cleveland's Quarterback Competition Continues
One of the notable position battles entering the preseason is in Cleveland.
The Cleveland Browns announced that Deshaun Watson will start their preseason opener against the Chicago Bears, while Shedeur Sanders is scheduled to start Cleveland's second preseason game.
Head coach Todd Monken has not yet announced a regular-season starter, keeping Cleveland's quarterback competition active as preseason games begin.
The 2026 Rookie Class Gets Its Opportunity
Preseason Week 1 also provides the first NFL game action for several members of the 2026 rookie class.
For rookies across every position, these games represent an opportunity to earn playing time and strengthen their position on the depth chart.
It's also the first chance for fans to see how newly assembled rosters look on the field before the games begin to count.
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Roster Decisions Are Coming
The preseason moves quickly.
The NFL's second preseason weekend is scheduled for August 20-23, followed by the third weekend from August 27-29.
By August 30, clubs must reduce their active/inactive rosters to a maximum of 53 players.
That gives coaches only a few weeks of game action to make some of their most important personnel decisions before the regular season.
For NFL fans, the preseason offers the first look at new players, new team combinations and the competitions that will help shape the 2026 season.
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