NFL Games Today – 2025 NFL Preseason Week 1 Highlights: Rookies Shine, Veterans Impress in Opening Games

The 2025 NFL preseason kicked off with thrilling action as rookies and veterans made their debuts. From standout performances to surprising struggles, here are the key takeaways from Week 1.

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Top Performances from NFL Preseason Week 1

Steelers 31, Jaguars 25

• Steelers: Veteran safety Juan Thornhill made an immediate impact with a big hit, while rookie RB Kaleb Johnson had a tough start (2.5 YPC).
• Jaguars: Travis Hunter, the No. 2 pick, played both offense and defense but had a quiet debut (2 catches, 9 yards).

Broncos 30, 49ers 9

• Broncos: WR Trent Sherfield Sr. stole the show with a 36-yard toe-tap TD.
• 49ers: Backup QB Mac Jones started strong but struggled under pressure (INT, 2 sacks).

Cardinals 20, Chiefs 17

• Chiefs: Rookie LT Josh Simmons impressed, shutting down veteran pass rushers.
• Cardinals: Backup QB Jacoby Brissett looked sharp (2 TDs, 80 yards).

Jets 30, Packers 10

• Jets: Justin Fields led a smooth TD drive, showing promise in his fresh start.
• Packers: Rookie WR Matthew Golden had two key plays before exiting early.

Buccaneers 29, Titans 7

• Titans: No. 1 pick Cameron Ward bounced back after a slow start, leading a TD drive.
• Buccaneers: Rookie WR Emeka Egbuka made a highlight-reel 21-yard catch.

Lions vs. Falcons (Suspended)

• Lions: Rookie WR Isaac TeSlaa scored his first NFL TD.
• Falcons: Backup QB Easton Stick shined (15/18, 149 yards, TD).

Browns 30, Panthers 10

• Browns: Rookie QB Shedeur Sanders dazzled with 2 TDs in his debut.
• Panthers: First-round WR Tetairoa McMillan had a 30-yard catch but struggled with consistency.

Patriots 48, Commanders 18

• Patriots: RB TreVeyon Henderson returned the opening kickoff 100 yards for a TD.
• Commanders: Rookie CB Trey Amos continued his strong camp performance.

Key Takeaways from NFL Preseason Week 1

• Rookie QBs Show Promise: Shedeur Sanders (Browns) and Jaxson Dart (Giants) impressed.
• Veterans Still Matter: Trent Sherfield (Broncos) and Jacoby Brissett (Cardinals) proved their value.
• Injury Concerns: Vikings’ Rondale Moore suffered a leg injury, while Lions’ Morice Norris was carted off.

Upcoming NFL Preseason Games to Watch

• Chiefs vs. Seahawks – Can Josh Simmons continue his dominance?
• Jets vs. Giants – Justin Fields vs. Jaxson Dart in a QB showdown.
• 49ers vs. Raiders – Will Mac Jones bounce back?

Stay tuned for more updates as the NFL preseason continues!

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