NFL Preseason Week 2 – Who’s Playing, Who’s Sitting?

New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) is shown at MetLife Stadium after the game, Thursday, August 8 2024, in East Rutherford.

• Who is playing in NFL preseason Week 2?
• Among those suiting up is New York Giants QB Daniel Jones
• Read below for NFL preseason Week 2 starting lineups and injury news

NFL preseason is in full swing, and Week 2 features another 16 games with all 32 teams taking the field. The action gets underway with a matchup between the Patriots and Eagles on Thursday, August 15th, before commencing with a Sunday night showdown between the Saints and 49ers.

Among the confirmed players taking the field in NFL preseason Week 2 is New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones. Meanwhile in Steel City, Justin Fields is expected to get another chance to make his case for Pittsburgh’s starting QB role.

Here is a look at the projected starting lineups for Week 2 of NFL preseason.

NFL Preseason Week 2 Notable Players Expected to Play

This table will be updated as more teams announce their Week 2 starting lineups. 

As starting lineup news breaks, make sure to check out the top NFL betting apps for the 2024 preseason to make a wager.

Jones Suiting Up

According to NFL Network’s Judy Battista, New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones is “expected to play” in the team’s Week 2 preseason game against the Houston Texans. Despite the news, the Giants are the biggest underdogs on the Week 2 slate at +4.5.

Daniel Jones had his best practice of training camp

“This was Daniel Jones’ best practice of camp,” according to Dan Duggan.

“He was drilling intermediate throws with good velocity/touch/timing.” pic.twitter.com/xJxF37x6tM

— Gridiron Media (@Gridiron_Media_) August 13, 2024

Jones, who is entering a crucial season after the Giants picked up his fifth-year option, sat out the preseason opener but will see some action on Saturday as he continues to build chemistry with his receivers and adapt to the team’s new offensive scheme under head coach Brian Daboll.

Jones struggled in the 2023 season, posting a 70.5 passer rating over six games. He completed 108 of 160 passes (67.5%) for 909 yards, with only two touchdowns and six interceptions. Cutting down on turnovers and sacks will be key for Jones to keep his starting job long-term.

Fields Gets Another Chance

After a promising performance in the Steelers’ preseason opener, quarterback Justin Fields is expected to see more action in Week 2 against the Buffalo Bills. The latest NFL preseason odds price Fields’ squad as narrow 1.5-point favorites.

Justin Fields’ first throw as a Pittsburgh Steeler 🔥

(via @NFL) pic.twitter.com/NtHtqrALpJ

— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) August 9, 2024

Fields, who is competing with veteran Russell Wilson for the starting job, completed five of six passes for 67 yards in his debut with the Steelers. Although he played well, some were critical of his ball security, an issue that dates back to his Chicago days.

Head coach Mike Tomlin has emphasized that the quarterback competition is ongoing, and Fields will have another chance to impress in live game action. He displayed the arm talent that made him a first-round pick, but his ball security issues are still a concern.

NFL Preseason Week 2 Projected Sitting

Don’t Expect Mahomes, Kelce

The Kansas City Chiefs are unlikely to risk superstar quarterback Patrick Mahomes and tight end Travis Kelce for an extended period in their Week 2 preseason game against the Detroit Lions.

While both players might see a series or two, head coach Andy Reid is expected to prioritize their health and give more playing time to backup quarterback Carson Wentz and the team’s younger tight ends.

Rodgers, Stafford Update

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford is unlikely to see playing time in the team’s Week 2 preseason matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers. The 35-year-old battled through large portions of the 2023 season with a thumb injury and won’t want to take any risks.

Matthew Stafford is the third best QB in the league . Right ? pic.twitter.com/kycfrKlK2x

— PassRushDiary📈 (@PassRushDiary) August 12, 2024

The 2023 season was another productive year for the veteran Stafford in his 3rd with the Rams. He eclipsed 3,900 passing yards and 24 TDs for the 2nd straight year in LA. While his completion percentage and yards per attempt dipped from career highs in 2021-22, Stafford still posted a solid 92.5 rating.

While it’s unclear if fellow veteran QB Jimmy Garoppolo will see any action, backup quarterbacks Stetson Bennett and Brett Rypien are expected to handle the majority of the snaps.

Meanwhile, in New York, Aaron Rodgers won’t play Saturday against the Panthers despite stating to the public that he wishes to play some preseason games. However, he’s since gone on to say “preseason is not real football.”

Aaron Rodgers is not concerned about needing to play in the preseason:

“Preseason, it’s not real football” pic.twitter.com/sJmD5hdUWy

— Jets Videos (@snyjets) August 13, 2024

Jets head coach Robert Saleh has indicated that Rodgers will not play in the first two preseason games and might also sit out the third. The four-time league MVP suffered a season-ending injury on his first snap of the 2023-24 season with the Jets.

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