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FILE - In this Aug. 19, 2019, file photo, San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (10) looks to hand the ball off during the first half of the team's NFL preseason football game against the Denver Broncos in Denver. Garoppolo remains a mostly untested commodity with 10 career starts in five seasons and has struggled in training camp and exhibitions. He must show that the Niners made the right choice when they invested in him. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)
49ers Preview Capsule

By The Associated Press Aug. 22, 2019 12:00 PM EDT

FILE - In this Aug. 1, 2019, file photo, Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard runs a drill during NFL football training camp in Nashville, Tenn. Byard has heard the predictions that the Tennessee Titans will finish last in the AFC South. Byard also remembers the Titans being called Super Bowl contenders after a 3-1 start a year ago. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
Titans Preview Capsule

By The Associated Press Aug. 22, 2019 12:00 PM EDT

Denver Broncos general manager John Elway looks on during an NFL football training camp with the Broncos and San Francisco 49ers Friday, Aug. 16, 2019, in Englewood, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
A lot of parallels: Elway has long been Lynch's idol, mentor

By Arnie Stapleton Aug. 18, 2019 01:08 PM EDT

Denver Broncos head coach Vic Fangio, left, chats with San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan during a combined NFL training camp Saturday, Aug. 17, 2019, at the Broncos' headquarters in Englewood, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Mike Shanahan returns to Broncos camp after years away

By Pat Graham Aug. 17, 2019 06:29 PM EDT

Rosen gets start in Dolphins' 16-14 loss to Buccaneers

By Mark Didtler Aug. 17, 2019 12:12 AM EDT
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Miami coach Brian Flores gave second-year quarterback Josh Rosen a shot against Tampa Bay's first defensive unit and liked what he saw. ...

Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive back Sean Murphy-Bunting (26) sacks Miami Dolphins quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) during the second half of an NFL preseason football game Friday, Aug. 16, 2019, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Jason Behnken)
Rosen gets start in Dolphins' 16-14 loss to Buccaneers

By Mark Didtler Aug. 16, 2019 11:13 PM EDT

New York Giants wide receiver Bennie Fowler (18) runs for a touchdown against the Chicago Bears during the first quarter of a preseason NFL football game, Friday, Aug. 16, 2019, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
Manning, Jones lead Giants over Bears 32-13

Aug. 16, 2019 10:58 PM EDT

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston (3) throws a pass during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the Miami Dolphins Friday, Aug. 16, 2019, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
Miami Dolphins at Tampa Bay Buccaneers 8/16/2019

Aug. 16, 2019 07:49 PM EDT

Former Denver Broncos head coach Mike Shanahan, center, looks on as his son, San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan (not shown), directs his team during a combined NFL football training camp with the San Francisco 49ers at the Broncos' headquarters Friday, Aug. 16, 2019, in Englewood, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Garoppolo bounces back from 5-interception nightmare

By Arnie Stapleton Aug. 16, 2019 05:53 PM EDT

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Nick Foles, front left, greets Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz before an NFL preseason football game, Thursday, Aug. 15, 2019, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Philadelphia Eagles at Jacksonville Jaguars 8/15/2019

Aug. 15, 2019 05:26 PM EDT

New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) celebrates with Bennie Fowler (18) after they connected for a touchdown during the first half of the team's preseason NFL football game against the New York Jets on Thursday, Aug. 8, 2019, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Michael Owens)
Newton expected to make preseason debut against Bills

By The Associated Press Aug. 15, 2019 04:04 PM EDT

Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive lineman Ndamukong Suh (93) runs around obstacles during an NFL football training camp practice with the Miami Dolphins Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2019, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
Fitzpatrick competes for Dolphins job while helping Rosen

By Fred Goodall Aug. 14, 2019 06:58 PM EDT

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Kenny Stills kneels during the national anthem before the team's preseason NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Thursday, Aug. 8, 2019, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)
WR Stills says he and Dolphins owner agree to disagree

Aug. 14, 2019 06:35 PM EDT

FILE - In this July 23, 2019, file photo, Jay-Z makes an announcement of the launch of Dream Chasers record label in joint venture with Roc Nation, at the Roc Nation headquarters in New York. The NFL and Jay-Z’s entertainment and sports representation company are teaming up for events and social activism. The league not only will use Jay-Z’s Roc Nation to consult on its entertainment presentations, including the Super Bowl halftime show, but will work with the rapper and entrepreneur’s company to “strengthen community through music and the NFL's Inspire Change initiative.” (Photo by Greg Allen/Invision/AP, File)
NFL teaming with Jay-Z on entertainment and social activism

By Barry Wilner Aug. 13, 2019 03:31 PM EDT

New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold throws a pass during the first half of the team's preseason NFL football game against the New York Giants on Thursday, Aug. 8, 2019, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Michael Owens)
Broadway Joe a fan of Jets' "respectfully humble" Darnold

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Aug. 12, 2019 04:52 PM EDT

Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Devin Bush, left, battles with center Patrick Morris during an NFL football practice, Sunday, Aug. 4, 2019, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
Rookie Bush makes impact in first game with Steelers

By Dan Scifo Aug. 11, 2019 06:19 PM EDT

Minnesota Vikings defensive back Nathan Meadors (44) pulls in an interception for a touchdown on a bobbled pass by New Orleans Saints tight end Dan Arnold (85) in the second half of an NFL preseason football game in New Orleans, Friday, Aug. 9, 2019. (AP Photo/Bill Feig)
Vikings look good on offense in 34-25 win over Saints

By The Associated Press Aug. 09, 2019 11:36 PM EDT

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Joshua Dobbs, center, is tackled after a long run by Tampa Bay Buccaneers strong safety Kentrell Brice (24) during the first half of an NFL preseason football game in Pittsburgh, Friday, Aug. 9, 2019. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
Dobbs, Rudolph lead Steelers to 30-28 win against Bucs

By Dan Scifo Aug. 09, 2019 11:20 PM EDT

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Blaine Gabbert warms up for the team's NFL preseason football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Pittsburgh, Friday, Aug. 9, 2019. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Pittsburgh Steelers 8/9/2019

Aug. 09, 2019 06:32 PM EDT

FILE - In this Tuesday, July 30, 2019 file photo, Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Bruce Arians calls a play during an NFL football training camp practice in Tampa, Fla. The Buccaneers make their preseason debut under Bruce Arians, the latest coach to take a crack at ending the team's long playoff drought on Friday, Aug. 9, 2019. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara, File)
Familiarity for several Saints when they play Vikings

By The Associated Press Aug. 08, 2019 04:53 PM EDT