NFL Teams Face Tough Preseason Openers

The preseason has left three NFL teams grappling with uncertainty following their opening games. The Cleveland Browns, Atlanta Falcons, and Minnesota Vikings each faced distinct challenges that raised more questions than answers.

The Browns suffered a 34–10 defeat against the Chicago Bears, with quarterbacks Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders, and Dillon Gabriel all committing turnovers. Watson had the most success statistically, completing 11 of 15 passes for 126 yards, but also lost a fumble. The team is left questioning its quarterback depth as none demonstrated the ability to secure a starting role.

In Atlanta, Tua Tagovailoa's performance in the Falcons' 27–7 loss to the Denver Broncos yielded little clarity in the quarterback competition. Tagovailoa completed three passes for 22 yards, and the offense struggled overall, managing only 166 total yards. Meanwhile, the Vikings narrowly won 13–10 against the New York Giants, but the victory was overshadowed by Jamal Adams' knee injury, which could sideline him for an extended period. This injury complicates the team's plans for defensive versatility.