2026 NFL Week 1 Preseason Recap: 3 Winners, 3 Losers And A Trend
2026 NFL Week 1 is in the books. There were good plays, great plays and then the duds. It's early, but the competition is still fierce. Who won, who loss?
Week 1 of the preseason delivered a mix of results for fantasy managers. Matt Harmon, Josh Norris, and Hayden Winks break down the biggest takeaways from the action on the field, as well as the players whose performances should give managers added confidence and those who have raised red flags. Additionally, they identify preseason standouts whose stock is trending upward ahead of the draft season.
In the Cardinals vs. Raiders game, the Cardinals emerged victorious with a 27-14 score. Meanwhile, the Titans narrowly defeated the 49ers with a 19-13 final score. The Broncos handed the Falcons a tough loss with a 27-7 outcome. The Vikings and Giants also played out a narrow 13-10 victory for the Vikings.
The Panthers put up a fight against the Bills, resulting in a 15-29 defeat for Buffalo. The Packers narrowly edged out the Steelers with a 9-28 score. The Browns fell short against the Bears with a 10-34 loss. The Dolphins narrowly beat the Commanders in a 7-20 score.
The Eagles put up a struggle against the Ravens, ending with a 7-24 loss. The Lions narrowly defeated the Bengals with a 14-16 score. The Rams and Chiefs played out a 20-12 victory for the Rams. The Colts and Patriots also played out a 13-13 draw.
In terms of preseason standouts, these players have seen their stock rise ahead of the draft season.
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