NFL Preseason: Travis Hunter’s WR and CB Debut; Week 1 Recap

The 2025 NFL Preseason: A Look at the New Faces

The 2025 NFL preseason is already underway, offering fans a first look at the new talents and acquisitions of each team. Week 1 games provide the perfect opportunity to evaluate the performance of players in their first official action. Here’s a summary of the most outstanding debuts.

Saturday’s Results:

Steelers 31, Jaguars 25In the Pittsburgh team, the newly arrived veterans made the biggest impact. Juan Thornhill stood out with a strong defensive play, while Brandin Echols also made his mark. Running back Kaleb Johnson had opportunities, but did not achieve great advances. Rookie Derrick Harmon recorded a quarterback pressure in 30 plays. In the Jaguars, Travis Hunter had a discreet performance, with two receptions. Dyami Brown had a seven-yard run. Next Steelers game: against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Next Jaguars game: against the New Orleans Saints.

Justin Fields scores the first preseason touchdown for the Jets.

Broncos 30, 49ers 9

In the Broncos, receiver Trent Sherfield Sr. was the most outstanding figure with 73 yards on three receptions, including a touchdown. Rookie RJ Harvey was the starter. Karene Reid achieved an interception and Joshua Pickett also stood out with an interception. In the 49ers, Mac Jones had a good start, but his protection failed and he was intercepted. Broncos’ next game: against the Arizona Cardinals. Next 49ers game: against the Las Vegas Raiders.

Cardinals 20, Chiefs 17

Josh Simmons, the Chiefs’ first pick, impressed protecting quarterback Patrick Mahomes. Chris Roland-Wallace had an interception and a recovered fumble. Jacoby Brissett, Kyler Murray’s backup, threw two touchdowns. Will Johnson had pass interference and Kitan Crawford had an interception. Next Chiefs game: against the Seattle Seahawks. Next Cardinals game: against the Denver Broncos.

Emeka Egbuka makes a 21-yard reception.

Jets 30, Packers 10

Justin Fields had a good debut for the Jets, leading a touchdown drive. Armand Membou, the number 7 pick, performed well on the offensive line. Matthew Golden had two positive plays for the Packers. Mecole Hardman had a bad performance. Jets’ next game: against the New York Giants. Next Packers game: against the Indianapolis Colts.

J.J. McCarthy connects with Jordan Addison for a spectacular reception.Buccaneers 29, Titans 7Cameron Ward had a slow start, but recovered with a series of touchdowns. Gunnar Helm impressed with a 16-yard reception. Joshuah Bledsoe forced a fumble in his debut. Jihad Ward had a sack. Emeka Egbuka had a 21-yard reception for the Buccaneers. Cornerback Jacob Parrish had two passes defended. Titans’ next game: against the Atlanta Falcons. Next Buccaneers game: against the Pittsburgh Steelers.Rams 31, Cowboys 21Josaiah Stewart and Chris Paul Jr. stood out in the Rams’ defense. Joe Milton III had accuracy issues and suffered an injury. Rams’ next game: against the Los Angeles Chargers. Cowboys’ next game: against the Baltimore Ravens.

Jaxson Dart connects with Lil’Jordan Humphrey for a Giants touchdown.

Vikings 20, Texans 10

Sam Howell had an encouraging performance for the Vikings. Jordan Mason ran for 20 yards. Rondale Moore suffered an injury. Aireontae Ersery had a good performance on the offensive line for the Texans. Jaylin Noel made a reception. Next Vikings game: against the New England Patriots. Next Texans game: against the Carolina Panthers.Giants 34, Bills 25Jaxson Dart had a successful debut for the Giants, throwing a touchdown. Russell Wilson led the Giants to a field goal, and Abdul Carter had a good performance. The Bills rookies, T.J. Sanders and Deone Walker, impressed. Joey Bosa also performed well. Next Giants game: against the New York Jets. Bills’ next game: against the Chicago Bears.Browns 30, Panthers 10Shedeur Sanders shined for the Browns, throwing two touchdowns. Carson Schwesinger and Mason Graham also had a good debut. The preseason action continues, and Alofoke Deportes will keep you informed of all the details.