NFL Preseason Week 2 2025: Rookies shine, Mahomes waits and coaches test team depth
16-19 August 2025 The second week of NFL preseason brings four days of packed schedule, with all 32 teams entering action. From Friday's Tennessee Titans vs Atlanta Falcons clash to Monday's Cincinnati Bengals vs Washington Commanders encounter, fans can expect a full portion of American football. Stars rest, rookies shine While stars like Patrick Mahomes will likely watch most of the action from the sidelines, the second week of preseason traditionally brings more playing time for key players. The biggest attention focuses on rookie quarterback Cam Ward, the overall first pick of this year's draft, who should start for the Tennessee Titans in their home environment. On the Seattle Seahawks side, Tory Horton, former Colorado State star, has impressed at training camp. Despite being drafted only in the 5th round, he has entered the rotation with the first team after leading the Seahawks in receiving in the first game with three catches for 31 yards and one touchdown. R...