League: NFL Sport: Football Country: United States Category: Transactions

NFL teams share preseason plans for starters in Week 1 games

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 9:22 PM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

NFL teams share preseason plans for starters in Week 1 games

Summary

NFL teams are announcing their plans for starter participation in Week 1 of the preseason. The Indianapolis Colts will start QB Anthony Richardson in their opener against the Patriots. The New York Jets will put their starters on the field, including No. 2 overall pick David Bailey. The Arizona Cardinals' head coach Mike LaFleur confirmed starters will play, but only for one or two drives. Notable absentees include QB Lamar Jackson for the Baltimore Ravens and RB Chuba Hubbard for the Carolina Panthers. Preseason games are set to unfold this weekend as teams evaluate their rosters.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

Key Details

•Colts' Anthony Richardson to start vs. Patriots.
•Jets confirmed to play starters including David Bailey.
•Cardinals' starters to see limited action against Raiders.
•Ravens' QB Lamar Jackson will not play.
•Preseason games kick off this weekend.

Latest Updates

9:22 PMYahoo Sports — Will starters play Week 1 of NFL preseason? Here's what every team is doing

What they're saying

"
NFL coaches have been revealing their team's preseason plans regarding who will play and how many snaps. Here's who's playing and sitting starters:
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

Chicago Bears Indianapolis Colts New York Jets Arizona Cardinals Atlanta Falcons Baltimore Ravens Buffalo Bills Carolina Panthers NFL Football