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Rookie QBs Ewers and Dart Shine in Preseason Wins for Dolphins and Giants

The results are reshaping quarterback pecking orders ahead of final roster cuts this month.

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Aug 16, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Green Bay Packers running back Israel Abanikanda (23) runs the ball during the first half against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Quinn Ewers completed 11 of 17 passes for 116 yards and threw two touchdowns to lead Miami to a 24-17 victory over Detroit at Ford Field.
  • Jackson Meeks, an undrafted Lions rookie, showcased his playmaking with an 11-yard touchdown catch and several other key receptions in the loss.
  • Dan Campbell pinpointed penalties and stalled drives as factors in Detroit’s defeat and declared Kyle Allen the frontrunner for the team’s QB2 role.
  • Jaxson Dart went 14 of 16 for 137 yards with a passing and a rushing touchdown in New York’s 31-12 preseason win over the Jets.
  • The Giants plan to start veteran Russell Wilson in Week 1 while continuing to develop Dart as the team’s backup signal-caller.