LB Tremaine Edmunds
The last of the Bears trio was in full force, with Linebacker Tremaine Edmunds recording three tackles against the Bengals, earning a 72.3 tackle grade and a 65.3 coverage grade from PFF, resulting in an overall defensive grade of 69.0—a significant improvement of over 20 points from his Week 1 performance. As the Bears' starting middle linebacker, Edmunds looks to build on his strong showing from last season as he heads into the 2024 campaign.
S Terrell Edmunds
After earning PFF's Defensive Player of the Week honors in Week 1, Terrell Edmunds maintained his strong momentum in the 20-7 victory over Tampa Bay. The Jaguar posted a 77.3 tackle grade from PFF and recorded three tackles, continuing to make a name for himself on his new team.
CB Kendall Fuller
Cornerback Kendall Fuller made his preseason debut with Miami, going up against his former team, Washington. In a tightly contested game, Fuller recorded two tackles, earning a 75.1 tackle grade from Pro Football Focus (PFF), helping the Dolphins secure their second victory.
TE Dalton Keene
Tight end Dalton Keene showcased his potential in Houston's victory over the New York Giants, catching both of his targets for 12 yards. PFF assigned him a solid 77.2 pass-blocking grade and a 72.1 overall offensive grade, signaling that Keene could be a valuable blocking asset as the regular season approaches.
DT Pheldarius Payne
Kicking off his rookie season, defensive tackle Pheldarius Payne made his presence felt with Houston, applying pressure against the Giants and registering a quarterback hurry. His efforts earned him a 74.8 pressure grade from Pro Football Focus (PFF), signaling a strong start to his NFL career after resigning with the Texans.
T Luke Tenuta
Green Bay secured their second preseason win against Denver, with tackle Luke Tenuta delivering notable protection. According to PFF, Tenuta received a 80.9 pass-blocking grade, a 64.9 run-blocking grade, and a 69.6 overall offensive grade, highlighting his versatility as a lineman in both facets of the game.
Featured Preseason Matchups
New England Patriots at Washington Commanders: Saturday, Aug. 25 at 8 p.m. ET
The Patriots’ upcoming trip to Washington D.C. brings with it an intriguing Hokie matchup. Joey Slye, a record-breaking kicker, made the offseason move from the Commanders to the Patriots. In preseason action, Slye has been solid, going two for two on field goals, including a 51-yarder. As he prepares to face his former team, he'll also be lining up against another former Hokie—rookie defensive tackle Norell Pollard, who’s looking to make his mark with Washington.
Chicago Bears at Kansas City Chiefs: Friday, Aug. 23 at 8 p.m. ET
Chicago's roster boasts a solid contingent of former Hokies, including running back Khalil Herbert, linebacker Tremaine Edmunds and cornerback Greg Stroman Jr. As the Bears gear up to face the reigning Super Bowl LVIII champions in Kansas City, these NFL Hokies will have the chance to go up against second-year safety Chamarri Conner. The matchup promises to be exciting, with Chicago undefeated in the preseason so far, while the Chiefs have one loss against the Jaguars.
San Fransisco 49ers at Los Vegas Raiders: Friday, Aug. 23 at 10 p.m. ET
The 49ers, fresh off their Super Bowl LVII run, have added former Washington tight end Logan Thomas to the roster. They'll be taking on the Los Vegas Raiders, who feature linebacker Divine Deablo on the roster. Both Thomas and Deablo are seasoned pros, with skills honed during their time in Blacksburg. With their wealth of experience, this matchup between two former Hokies adds an extra layer of intrigue and is one to keep an eye on.
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