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NFL addresses preseason playing time amid growing injury concerns

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 9:15 PM

Last updated Aug 3, 2026

NFL addresses preseason playing time amid growing injury concerns
Summary

As teams enter the preseason, the NFL faces heightened injury issues, prompting discussions about player safety. With a new preseason game added, teams are reducing the playing time of starters to minimize risk. Fans are invited to participate in a survey on the balance of player exposure versus safety. The results will be shared later this week.

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  • •Injuries are common as the preseason begins.
  • •Teams are reevaluating starter playing time strategies.
  • •A new preseason game adds to injury management concerns.
  • •Fans can vote on optimal preseason player usage.
  • •Survey results will be published later this week.
Latest Updates
  • 9:15 PMYahoo Sports — NFL Reacts: Balancing play time in the preseason
What they're saying
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Injuries are inevitable, but how far would you go to keep players healthy in the preaseason?

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