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Peterman gave way to Josh Allen in the third quarter of Sunday's game against the Ravens.

With the Ravens up 40-0 and Peterman not getting anything going (5-for-18 for 24 yards), the Bills turned to their 2018 first-rounder. It remains to be seen if the change sticks, but given how bad Peterman looked Sunday, the Bills probably having nothing to lose by giving Allen a chance to start in Week 2 against the Chargers.

Allen took over for Nathan Peterman during Sunday's game against the Ravens.

Peterman was having a very rough day in a blowout game, so the Bills turned to their 2018 first-rounder in the third quarter. It remains to be seen if he'll hold on to the job next week against the Chargers, but either way, the strong-armed Allen is probably worth a speculative add in deeper QB-heavy leagues.

Wilson will have five healthy receivers Sunday against the Broncos since Doug Baldwin (knee) has been a full participant in practice this week, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

Healthy may be a loose term when it comes to Baldwin, who deemed himself as "85 percent." Still, Wilson will need every possible target he can get in Week 1, as the vulnerabilities of the Seahawks' youthful defense could cause him to throw the ball early and often. Wilson draws a tough matchup against the Broncos, who ranked fourth in the league last season with 200.6 passing yards allowed per game and added pass rusher Bradley Chubb in the first round (No. 5 overall) of April's draft.

Falk is a healthy inactive for Sunday's season opener against the Titans, Adam H. Beasley of the Miami Herald reports.

The rookie won't suit up against the Titans, who picked him in the sixth round of April's draft. Instead, Brock Osweiler will serve as Ryan Tannehill's backup.

Rudolph is inactive for Sunday's game against Cleveland due to coach's decision, Teresa Varley of the Steeler's official site reports.

Rudolph lost the battle for the backup slot to Joshua Dobbs, and the team has no need to suit up three quarterbacks in Week 1. Rudolph will likely suit up if the team faces injuries and doesn't need to scratch healthy players.

According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, Jackson is "expected to be active" Sunday against the Bills.

Listed as the Ravens' No. 2 quarterback on the depth chart, Jackson is all but guaranteed to suit up for his professional debut, but long-time QB Joe Flacco is in the way for regular touches. No matter, Rapoport relayed that the team has "several packages with Lamar Jackson at quarterback, not receiver, at this point...to keep a defense on its toes." Rapoport added that "we will see him [Jackson] in some form or fashion," which is an interesting development. During exhibition season, Jackson only averaged 6.0 yards per pass attempt with three touchdowns versus one interception, but his scrambling ability was on full display, as evidenced by 23 rushes for 136 yards and three TDs.

Bradford enters the 2018 season in good health, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports. "I know that right now, it does feel as good as it has felt in a long time," Bradford said of his knee Wednesday.

Bradford was limited to two appearances with the Vikings last season due to complications with his left knee, which eventually underwent a cleanup procedure on Nov. 7. Despite being activated from IR in the playoffs, he backed up Case Keenum during Minnesota's two-game run. Upon joining the Cardinals, Bradford's activity level was monitored throughout the offseason with his oft-injured knee in mind. After a preseason in which he completed eight of 11 passes for 73 yards, Bradford is poised to act as a game manager in a David Johnson-dominated offensive scheme.

McCoy (thumb) was a full participant at Wednesday's practice, Les Carpenter of The Washington Post reports.

With a full practice under his belt, it seems likely that McCoy will be available as the primary backup behind Alex Smith for Week 1. A seasoned veteran, McCoy is considered one of the stronger backup options across the league.

McCoy isn't on the initial injury report for Sunday's game in Arizona, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.

McCoy dealt with a thumb injury on his throwing hand during the preseason but is apparently fine for Week 1. He's locked in as the backup to Alex Smith.

Ravens head coach John Harbaugh hasn't revealed whether Jackson or Robert Griffin is the primary backup to starting quarterback Joe Flacco, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com reports.

The Ravens are carrying three quarterbacks into Week 1 for the first time since 2009, creating some question as to whether Jackson or Griffin would enter a game in the event of a Flacco injury. Jackson is listed in the second spot on the depth chart, but it seems like an odd decision to keep 28-year-old Griffin on the roster as a third stringer. It's equally unclear if the Ravens will follow through on their offseason idea to give Jackson a few snaps per game in special packages designed to take advantage of his running ability. There may not have clarity on the situation until the aftermath of Sunday's opener against Buffalo.