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Prescott (shoulder) is expected to resume practicing Monday, albeit on a limited basis, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Reports last week said the QB would get an MRI on Monday, but he ended up having it a couple days earlier and reportedly got confirmation that his shoulder is progressing well. While he doesn't figure to do a ton of throwing at Monday's practice, Prescott may be able to ramp up his workload in time for a brief appearance in one of the Cowboys' final two preseason games. If not, Week 1 would be his first game appearance since the ugly ankle injury last October.

Ehlinger completed 10 of 15 pass attempts for 155 yards and an interception, also adding 30 rushing yards on eight attempts in Sunday's 21-18 preseason win over the Panthers.

Jacob Eason was given the start Sunday (15-for-21 passing for 183 yards) despite both young signal-callers sharing first-team reps during training camp. Ehlinger was more erratic at times, but he also produced more per attempt while adding some mobility. Coach Frank Reich already stated that their roles would be reversed for Saturday's preseason tilt against the Vikings. Carson Wentz's (foot) timetable is so vague that one of these youngsters -- or an outside party -- could wind up starting for the first few weeks of the regular season.

Allen (ankle) participated at Sunday's practice, Rhiannon Walker of The Athletic reports.

Allen suffered an ankle injury early in camp and has since been sidelined, but he's back at practice Sunday after missing the past couple weeks. The 25-year-old appears slated to work as Washington's No. 3 quarterback since Taylor Heinicke is in competition with Ryan Fitzpatrick for the starting job.

Walker completed 10 of 21 pass attempts for 161 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 21-18 preseason loss to Indianapolis.

Walker -- Carolina's projected backup quarterback -- got the starting nod under center with Sam Darnold sitting this one out. The former XFL star surprisingly did not record a rushing attempt, but he did put his scrambling ability on display by evading a couple of would-be sacks. Barring something unforeseen, Walker should begin the regular season as the Panthers' backup, but his rushing ability brings some fantasy intrigue should he be asked to start at any point this year.

Mullens completed one of five passes for four yards and two interceptions during Friday's preseason loss to the Steelers.

Managing to pull off a passer rating of zero, Mullens arguably had the worst preseason performance of the week despite only playing a handful of snaps. While this is not a great start in his bid to convince Philadelphia to carry three quarterbacks into the regular season, Mullens at least seems healthy after ending the 2020 campaign on injured reserve with an elbow injury.

Coach Matt LaFleur said Love (shoulder) may miss practice this week and could even sit out Saturday's preseason game against the Jets, Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports.

There was an expectation Love would play three quarters of the Packers' exhibition opener versus the Texans on Saturday, but after he was strip sacked late in the first half, LaFleur opted to keep the second-year quarterback on the sideline after halftime. An MRI on Love's right shoulder Sunday came back clean, but LaFleur clearly doesn't want to press the issue in the coming days. Previously, the coach relayed starter Aaron Rodgers was unlikely to suit up in the preseason, and if Love is forced to sit out Saturday, LaFleur may have to adjust his plans with just one other quarterback (Kurt Benkert) on the roster.

Love underwent on MRI on his right shoulder Sunday, which didn't reveal any damage, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Coach Matt LaFleur told Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette following Saturday's preseason loss to the Texans that Love exited the contest after his throwing shoulder was "dinged" on a strip sack at the end of the first half. Per Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com, Love's ensuing comments that it felt "a little strain-ish" -- but that he was "feeling good" -- have come to pass after Sunday's evaluation. With an expectation that'll miss no time due to the health concern, we should see Love out on the practice field in his typical capacity this week.

Mills completed 11 of 22 passes for 112 yards with one interception in Saturday's 26-7 win over the Packers in preseason Week 1.

Mills entered early after starter Tyrod Taylor played one series and threw up a performance much like his action during camp -- some strong throws, some misses and a turnover. Mills did engineer a couple of scoring drives before giving way to Jeff Driskel early in the third quarter, which established the quarterback pecking order entering the regular season. Presuming the Texans are not in competition for a playoff spot, they'll eventually need to get Mills on the field to evaluate him as the starting QB for 2022.

Keenum completed 12 of 17 attempts for 115 yards in Saturday's 23-13 win over Jacksonville in preseason Week 1.

The Browns held starter Baker Mayfield out, so Keenum naturally stepped in. He played the first three series, engineered two scoring drives (both field goals) and established a rhythm with offensive regulars who were not held out, such as Donovan Peoples-Jones and Rashard Higgins. Keenum appeared in just two games (15 snaps) last season.

Taylor completed all four of his passes for 40 yards in Saturday's preseason win over the Packers. He didn't throw a touchdown or an interception.

With Deshaun Watson's status for the season and with the Texans still very much up in the air, Taylor could be the Week 1 starter for Houston, and he was treated as such in the team's preseason opener. The veteran QB looked sharp on the opening drive, leading the Texans to a field goal before giving way to Davis Mills. Taylor has seen little action over the last three seasons, but the last time he started in 2017 for the Bills, he posted modest passing numbers while supplying enough production as a runner to give him some fantasy utility in 2QB and superflex formats. Whether the 32-year-old still can make an impact with his legs remains to be seen, however, as he stayed firmly in the pocket during his one series Saturday.