In its first preseason matchup against the Eagles, Cincinnati’s starting offense hit its stride with two consecutive scoring drives that amassed a combined 15 plays. Joe Burrow attempted 10 passes and completed all but one for 123 yards and touchdown tosses to receiver Ja’Marr Chase and tight end Tanner Hudson.

A team finding out a recent draft pick can be a reliable contributor in Year 1 makes a world of difference in how the roster is constructed. Coming out of the first weekend of preseason action, one question dominated multiple conversations: How long can certain squads keep their rookie quarterbacks out of the lineup?

The first week of the NFL preseason wrapped up on Sunday, the unofficial kickoff of the 2025 season. There were