Overview

• Teams sat starters such as Dak Prescott and Jordan Love to minimize injury risk, giving backups and rookies extended live-game reps.
• Cowboys rookie Joe Milton III showcased impressive arm strength but struggled with reads, completing 17 of 29 passes for 143 yards, one touchdown and one interception in a loss to the Rams.
• Vikings’ J.J. McCarthy made a cautious return from a season-ending knee injury, going 4 of 7 for 30 yards on a scoring drive in Minnesota’s 20-10 win over Houston.
• Giants veterans and rookies combined for sharp outings, with Russell Wilson going 6 of 7 for 28 yards and Jaxson Dart adding 154 yards and a touchdown in a 34-25 victory over the Bills, while Packers starter Jordan Love finished 1 of 5 for 7 yards.
• Jets starter Justin Fields led a 3-of-4 passing series and a 13-yard rushing touchdown despite the team’s 12 penalties for 91 yards in a 30-10 win over Green Bay.