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Can you feel that football buzz in the air? We've just wrapped up a whole week of NFL action, and even though it's just the preseason, it's got us all fired up 🔥 It’s the time for you and your buddies to huddle up and dive into those fantasy football leagues, throw down some bets just to get that adrenaline pumping again, and watch those fresh-faced rookies step into the big leagues, shake off those rookie nerves, and yeah, learn a ton from their slip-ups - because, there were quite a few.

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Can Bryce Young fulfill the footsteps of Cam Newton? Will C.J. Stroud become a better quarterback than Deshaun Watson? Did GMs make the right decision by not drafting Will Levis in the first round? Let’s break it all down, and more.

NFL Preseason Week 1 Rookie QB Roundup 🏈

Week 1 of the NFL preseason ramps up the rookie hype, with quarterbacks taking the spotlight. Some get major playtime, others a quick stint, all priming for their regular season starts. Our roundup covers how the drafted quarterbacks looked in Week 1.

Bryce Young, Carolina Panthers (1st overall pick)

• He made his debut on Saturday, going 4 for 6 with 21 yards, even taking a few tough hits in the mix

• He got stung with a solid hit followed by a successful completion to Adam Thielen

• The Panthers couldn't convert any of his three series into points, as they were shut out 27-0 by the New York Jets.

C.J. Stroud, Houston Texans (2nd overall pick)

• In his first-ever possession, he threw an interception to Jalen Mills on a third-and-long play

• He wrapped up with a 2-of-4 completion record, tallying 13 yards and an interception, resulting in a rating of 17.7

• His appearance lasted just two possessions

Anthony Richardson, Indianapolis Colts (4th overall pick)

• Richardson's debut on Saturday showcased a 7-of-12 performance, amassing 67 yards along with an interception

• Notably, a deep touchdown pass was nullified as Colts' wide receiver Alec Pierce couldn't secure the catch

• Richardson's proficiency in the read option was evident, evident from his two carries totaling seven yards, a detail worth noting

• His sole interception transpired during the Colts' initial possession

Will Levis, Tennessee Titans (33rd overall pick)

• Levis took the field during the second quarter, stepping in for Malik Willis in the Titans' lineup

• His appearance concluded with a game-ending interception in the closing moments of their Saturday match against the Bears

• Levis' stats for the game show a 9-of-14 completion rate, accumulating 85 yards with a rating of 51.2.

⁉️ TRIVIA QUESTION OF THE DAY

LAST WEEK’S POLL: In 1993, what NFL team made off-season trades for Joe Montana and Marcus Allen?

Answer: Kansas City Chiefs

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