"NFL Preseason Week 2: Highlights, Debuts and Quarterback Battles"

The second week of NFL preseason action is in full swing with multiple storylines to follow.

In the rookie QB showdown, third-round pick Dillon Gabriel got his first chance on Saturday while Shedeur Sanders (Cleveland Browns) sat out with an oblique injury. Gabriel had a mixed performance: completing 13 of 18 passes for 143 yards but committing two turnovers - a pick-six and a fumble on a botched handoff exchange. Despite the mistakes, he showed poise in the passing game.

His postgame comments about the "QB competition" generated buzz, particularly among analysts. Gabriel later clarified he was referring to media narratives, not Sanders.

Meanwhile, the Indianapolis Colts' quarterback battle remains tight. Daniel Jones started strong, leading a field goal drive and finishing 7/11 for 101 yards. Anthony Richardson, entering later, commanded one touchdown drive and another field goal drive, completing 6/11 for 73 yards. The two appear neck-and-neck for the starting job.

This Sunday, Caleb Williams, the 2024 draft's first overall pick, will make his debut for the Chicago Bears in their primetime matchup against the Buffalo Bills. This marks our first look at the rookie under new head coach Ben Johnson. This showdown headlines the week's most anticipated matchups, along with Jaxson Dart's second preseason appearance and developments in the Saints' and Colts' QB competitions.

Another highlight: Justin Herbert will play his first career preseason game this Saturday when the Los Angeles Chargers face the Rams at SoFi Stadium.

How to Watch:

• Friday's games (8/16) will air on NFL Network and NFL+.

Week 2 Preseason Schedule:

Saturday, August 17 (ET)

• 49ers at Raiders, 4 PM (NFL Network)

• Chargers at Rams, 7 PM

• Buccaneers at Steelers, 7 PM

• Jets at Giants, 7 PM (NFL Network)

• Ravens at Cowboys, 7 PM

• Cardinals at Broncos, 9:30 PM (NFL Network)

Sunday, August 18

• Jaguars at Saints, 1 PM (NFL Network)

• Bills at Bears, 8 PM (Fox)

Monday, August 19

• Bengals at Commanders, 8 PM (ESPN)

Friday's Results (8/16)

• Titans 23, Falcons 20

• Seahawks 33, Chiefs 16