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Shough took most of the first-team reps Thursday and looked sharp during practice, according to SI.com's Gilberto Manzano.

Reports from Saints training camp suggest Spencer Rattler has gotten more work with the starters this summer, including during a scrimmage this past Sunday. Thursday's practice marks a step in the right direction for Shough, who still has time to make his case for the Week 1 starting job. Saints coach Kellen Moore hasn't announced how he'll divide QB reps during Sunday's preseason opener against the Chargers.

Goff is not in line to play in Friday's preseason contest against the Falcons, Christian Romo of the Detroit Free Press reports.

With Goff, who also didn't play in last Thursday's Hall of Fame Game against the Chargers, not slated to see action versus Atlanta, the report notes that Hendon Hooker is set to play the first half Friday, with Kyle Allen on track to play in the second half. Goff is entrenched as the Lions' starting QB ahead of Week 1, but according to Tim Twentyman of the team's official site, Hooker and Allen are in a close competition to back up Goff.

Richardson (finger) could return to practice as soon as Saturday, Stephen Holder of ESPN reports.

Richardson sustained a dislocated right pinkie finger during Thursday night's preseason opener, but Holder notes the Colts medical staff was able to pop the joint back into place and the QB began testing his ability to grip a football in the hope of returning to the contest. With Richardson's subsequent X-rays having come up negative, it looks he has a chance to practice Saturday, a scenario that would allow him to continue competing with fellow signal-caller Daniel Jones for the team's Week 1 starting assignment.

Williams isn't scheduled to play in Sunday's preseason game against the Dolphins, per CHGO Sports.

This likely means most of Chicago's projected starters will be held out, although we figure to see them at least once this preseason as they continue learning coach Ben Johnson's playbook. With Williams held out, Tyson Bagent or Case Keenum figures to get the start Sunday.

Richardson's X-rays on his dislocated finger came back clean Thursday night, and he's expected to return to practice "in the coming days," NFL reporter Jordan Schultz reports.

Richardson was injured while taking a sack in the first quarter of Thursday's preseason opener against the Ravens. He was immediately removed and ruled out for the remainder of the exhibition, but it sounds like Richardson has avoided any serious issues. However, any missed practice time will allow Daniel Jones to soak up all of the reps with the first-team offense, as Jones and Richardson continue to battle for the starting job. Richardson has been one of the most injury-prone quarterbacks in the league since entering the NFL as the No. 4 overall pick of the 2023 Draft. Both Richardson and Jones are good bets to make multiple starts each in 2025.

Milroe completed six of 10 passes for 61 yards while rushing three times for 38 yards in Thursday's 23-23 preseason tie against the Raiders.

Milroe played the entire second half after Drew Lock played the first half. The rookie third-round pick's muted passing performance in his NFL debut suggests he may not be ready to challenge Sam Darnold or Lock for one of the top two spots on the depth chart, though Milroe put his rushing ability on display with a 27-yard run in the fourth quarter. Milroe will likely see significant action against the Chiefs on Aug. 15 in Seattle's second preseason game.

Lock completed 12 of 22 passes for 147 yards, one touchdown and one interception in Thursday's 23-23 preseason tie against the Raiders. He added three rushing attempts for four yards.

Lock got the start Thursday and played the entire first half with Seattle resting new starting quarterback Sam Darnold. The veteran backup bounced back from an interception on the opening drive to lead a touchdown drive on the next possession. Lock added a 10-yard touchdown pass to Tory Horton in the second quarter. Rookie third-round pick Jalen Milroe played the entire second half but finished with only 61 passing yards. Milroe is viewed as a raw prospect and seems to be behind Lock in the battle for the second spot on the depth chart, though avoiding turnovers will nonetheless be a point of emphasis for Lock in the team's second preseason game against the Chiefs on Aug. 15.

Smith completed one of three passes for 15 yards in Thursday's 23-23 preseason tie against the Seahawks.

Smith made his Raiders debut against his former team after coming over from Seattle in an offseason trade. His first pass was a 15-yard completion to Tre Tucker, but Smith's next two passes fell incomplete on Vegas' opening drive. Aidan O'Connell took over under center for the team's second possession. Smith and the starters may see more action in Vegas' second preseason game, Aug. 16 against the 49ers.

Leonard completed 12 of 24 passes for 92 yards with an interception in Thursday's preseason loss at Baltimore. He also had four carries for 34 yards.

It was a mixed performance for Leonard as he played the full second half. He led the Colts on their only touchdown drive but also had an ugly interception. Leonard appears ahead of Jason Bean (who didn't play in the game) for the No. 3 QB role. Leonard did show off his rushing ability on several occasions, a trait that would enhance his fantasy value if he gets playing time.

Coach Shane Steichen said after Thursday's preseason loss at Baltimore that Richardson is "day-to-day" due to the right pinky finger he dislocated during the contest, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

Per Garafolo, Steichen acknowledged that his plan for Richardson and Daniel Jones in their ongoing quarterback competition may need to be reconsidered, as Richardson started but received far less playing time than anticipated due to the big hit he took from Baltimore defender David Ojabo in the first quarter. Jones is slated to start Indianapolis' next preseason game Saturday, Aug. 13 against the Packers, but if Richardson isn't cleared for action then, rookie sixth-round pick Riley Leonard and perhaps even Jason Bean may see more snaps than expected.