Top 4 NFL Preseason Matchups Worth Watching This Weekend

Top 4 NFL Preseason Matchups Worth Watching This Weekend

By Michael Harrison

December 15, 2024 at 12:10 PM

The NFL preseason offers several intriguing matchups featuring promising young quarterbacks and emerging talent. Here are the most compelling games to watch:

Miami Dolphins vs. Chicago Bears

  • Tua Tagovailoa returns with new weapons Will Fuller and Jaylen Waddle
  • Justin Fields expected to play significant time (likely half or more)
  • Bears' starters planned for 1-2 series (8-10 plays)
  • Fields generating buzz in camp while competing with Andy Dalton

Cleveland Browns vs. Jacksonville Jaguars

  • Trevor Lawrence makes his NFL debut
  • Interest in Urban Meyer's deployment of Travis Etienne
  • Questions about Laviska Shenault's role as potential WR1
  • Browns featuring mostly veterans with few position battles
  • Possible appearances from Odell Beckham Jr. and Donovan Peoples-Jones

Cincinnati Bengals vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

  • Focus on Bengals' concerning offensive camp reports
  • Ja'Marr Chase's NFL debut expected
  • Joe Burrow's status uncertain
  • Limited interest in veteran-heavy Bucs

Kansas City Chiefs vs. San Francisco 49ers

  • Trey Lance's first game action in nearly two years
  • Jimmy Garoppolo struggling to maintain starting role
  • Chiefs' WR2 battle between Mecole Hardman, DeMarcus Robinson, and Byron Pringle
  • Monitoring rookie Trey Smith on offensive line
  • Limited playing time expected for Chiefs' stars

Each game offers unique storylines focused on rookie quarterbacks, position battles, and young talent development as teams prepare for the regular season.

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