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Hackenberg completed just two of six pass attempts for 14 yards during Saturday's preseason loss to Detroit.

The Jets went three-and-out in three of the four series Hackenberg was under center, and he was also sacked twice. Detroit was able to generate tremendous quarterback pressure, and the Penn State product didn't have an answer. Perhaps, the plan was for him to exit after four series, but it's also possible head coach Todd Bowles pulled Hackenberg to avoid completely shattering the youngster's confidence. After watching from the sidelines for the entire 2016 season, Hackenberg was expected to push veteran Josh McCown for the starting quarterback job during training camp, but that seems like a stretch now. Additionally, Bryce Petty outperformed Hackenberg on Saturday, and Petty has at least seen regular-season game action. It looks like a steep climb to fantasy relevance in 2017 for Hackenberg at this stage of the game.

Dalton completed just seven of 13 passes for 98 yards during Saturday's preseason loss to Kansas City.

The results aren't overly important at this point, as Dalton is locked in as the starter and has established chemistry with the majority of his weapons in the passing game. The Bengals have the pieces in place to have a formidable offense, and Dalton has been a go-to fantasy asset in the past, so a bounce-back campaign is within reach. It's also encouraging to see him honing in on No. 1 receiver A.J. Green. Dalton targeted his top wideout six times for three receptions and 39 yards Saturday.

Mahomes completed 10 of 14 passes for 88 yards and two touchdowns while also rushing for 29 yards on three attempts during Saturday's preseason win over Cincinnati.

This was another solid showing for Mahomes. The Texas Tech product has now completed 17 of 23 passes for 137 yards and three touchdowns through his first two preseason outings. Mahomes is being groomed as the quarterback of the future, as starting QB Alex Smith has guided the Chiefs to the postseason in three of the past four seasons. As a result, Mahomes is unlikely to see much -- if any -- playing time if things go as planned for Kansas City in 2017. Still, it appears to be a foregone conclusion that Mahomes will beat out Tyler Bray for the No. 2 QB job, and the 2017 first-round selection could emerge as a serviceable fantasy asset in the right matchups if pressed into duty.

Heinicke was 6-for-9 passing for 84 yards with a touchdown and interception in Friday's preseason loss at Seattle.

Heinicke bounced back after a poor first preseason game. However, he's clearly behind Case Keenum for the backup role. If he loses the battle, it's not clear if the Vikings will keep three quarterbacks on the 53-man roster.

Walker was just five of eight for 33 yards passing in Saturday's preseason loss at Dallas.

Walker moved up to No. 3 on the QB depth chart before last week's preseason game, but may fall back to the No. 4 spot after he didn't do much and Stephen Morris played well. With Scott Tolzien struggling in the preseason and Andrew Luck still out with a shoulder injury, it's possible any of the Indianapolis quarterbacks could figure into the mix early in the regular season.

Lynch got the start and completed nine of 13 passes for 39 yards in Saturday's preseason game against San Francisco.

After completing six of nine passes for only 42 yards the previous week, Lynch would've been wise to take more chances downfield. He failed to take advantage of his start, and then watched Trevor Siemian complete eight of 11 passes for 93 yards and a score while working with the second unit. Siemian was already ahead of Lynch and may have locked down the job Saturday night.

Siemian completed eight of 11 passes for 93 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's preseason win over the 49ers.

Paxton Lynch got the start as Denver jumped out to a 13-0 lead, but his three scoring drives totaled just 49 yards, with all the points a direct result of San Francisco turnovers. Siemian closed out the first half with a 53-yard touchdown drive, and then led Denver 46 yards for a field goal to open the third quarter. Already boasting a sizable lead in the position battle, Siemian may have locked down the starting job with Saturday's performance.

Cousins completed 14 of 23 passes for 144 yards with a touchdown and no interceptions in Saturday's 21-17 preseason loss to the Packers.

Cousins and the Redskins offense got off to a ragged start over the first four possessions before embarking on a 10-play, 78-yard drive that culminated in a four-yard touchdown pass to Jamison Crowder. The veteran signal-caller played the entire first half and connected with seven different pass catchers, although running back Chris Thompson and Vernon Davis (a combined seven receptions on nine targets and 101 yards) encountered the most success. Cousins also managed to hook up with presumed top target Terrelle Pryor on one occasion for 11 yards. The first-team offensive unit could see even more playing a week from Sunday when the Redskins battle the Bengals in the third preseason game for both clubs.

Morris may be given a longer look at quarterback after going 11 of 15 for 111 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's preseason loss at Dallas, the Indianapolis Star reports.

Morris was demoted to fourth string for Indy's first preseason game, but played well for a second consecutive game. With Indy's first-team offense struggling in two preseason games under Scott Tolzien, head coach Chuck Pagano said he would review his quarterback depth chart. It sounds like Morris may reverse his surprising early fall on the depth chart and get more time with the second- and even first-team offense.

Prescott completed seven of eight passes for 106 yards and a touchdown in two drives during Saturday's preseason win over the Colts.

Prescott masterfully guided the offense down the field, punching it in on the opening drive with a 32-yard toss to Dez Bryant and looking poised to find pay dirt again until Darren McFadden fumbled on Indianapolis' 12-yard line. The second-year quarterback saw no dip in effectiveness despite the absence of star running back Ezekiel Elliott, which is good news for his regular-season prospects during Elliott's six-game suspension.