NFL Daily Roundup – August 23
Browns’ quarterback meltdown, record‑setting kicks, and major injury updates headline a wild preseason weekend.
Browns’ QB Crisis Becomes a National Embarrassment
Deshaun Watson was booed loudly in his first home appearance since his 2024 Achilles tear — then fired back, calling fans “disrespectful.” Shedeur Sanders threw a pick‑six to Damar Hamlin, who celebrated with a “watch” gesture. HC Todd Monken declined to name a starter; decision expected Monday. Cleveland lost 31–7 to Buffalo, with both QBs throwing interceptions. Sources: ESPN, CBS Sports, Yahoo Sports, Fox Sports, PFT (profootballtalk.nbcsports.com in Bing), Bleacher Report
Preseason Week 2 Saturday Results & Standouts
| Matchup | Score | Key Storyline |
|---|---|---|
| BUF vs CLE | 31–7 | Sanders/Watson struggle |
| ATL vs IND | 34–6 | Penix cleared, QB battle begins |
| LAR vs NO | 34–0 | Stetson Bennett stars |
| NYG vs MIA | 26–3 | OBJ active for Giants |
| NE vs PHI | 24–21 | Behren Morton TD as punter |
| CIN vs CHI | 27–9 | Burrow: “Tired of saying next year” |
| KC vs TB | 16–15 | Butker 69‑yd FG (not counted) |
| DAL vs ARI | 34–13 | Joe Milton 2 TDs |
| BAL vs MIN | 13–3 | JJ McCarthy banged up |
| WAS vs DET | 13–17 | Lions WR rotation unclear |
Standouts:
- Behren Morton (NE): Threw game‑winning TD after filling in at punter.
- Joe Milton (DAL): Two first‑half TDs, strong backup case.
- Stetson Bennett (LAR): Led Rams shutout win.
- Sources: CBS Sports, ESPN, Yahoo Sports, PFF
Harrison Butker’s 69‑Yard Field Goal
Chiefs K Harrison Butker drilled 69‑yard FG vs Bucs, but it won’t count because it was preseason. He then missed a PAT and a late kick as KC fell 16–15. Sources: CBS Sports, Yahoo Sports, Bleacher Report, PFT (profootballtalk.nbcsports.com in Bing)
Injury Tracker
- Eagles RB Ja’Quinden Jackson: Carted off; CT scan negative, full movement restored.
- Seahawks WR Jake Bobo: Placed on season‑ending IR.
- Bears LB Nephi Sewell: Carted off with leg injury.
- Chargers C Tyler Biadasz: ACL + knee damage, out indefinitely.
- Texans WR Jayden Higgins: ACL tear, season over.
- Vikings QB JJ McCarthy: Banged up vs Ravens.
- Bills DT Ed Oliver: Out injured while grieving family tragedy. Sources: ESPN, CBS Sports, PFT (profootballtalk.nbcsports.com in Bing), Bleacher Report
