Overview
- The Packers and Jets opened the preseason at Lambeau Field on August 9 with a live NFL Network broadcast as coaches limited starters to early-quarter snaps for injury mitigation and roster evaluation.
- The Dolphins and Bears played to a 24-24 tie on August 10 at Soldier Field in national coverage on NFL Network and regional broadcasts, with no overtime in exhibition play.
- Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa made his first preseason appearance since 2021, completing 5 of 6 passes for 27 yards during Miami’s opening drive.
- Chicago’s Austin Booker recorded three sacks and forced a fumble, and linebacker Noah Sewell preserved the tie by stopping a fourth-and-goal at the 1-yard line.
- Both teams will use joint practices this week to build on defensive breakouts and finalize depth-chart decisions ahead of final roster cuts.