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Foreman ran for nine yards on three carries in Chicago's preseason game against Tennessee on Saturday.

There's probably not much to take away from Foreman's Chicago preseason debut other than clarity on the point that Khalil Herbert is the starter for the Bears. The depth chart following Herbert is likely a fluid situation, with Foreman the first runner off the bench for now but rookie fourth-round pick Roschon Johnson in an ongoing competition with Foreman to be the first to play after Herbert. Foreman's abilities as an NFL runner are well demonstrated at this point, so there wasn't much reason for Chicago to give him extended run against the Tennessee backups.

Sanders (groin) won't play in Saturday's preseason opener against the Jets, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

This was expected, as coach Frank Reich said Thursday that Sanders was unlikely to play Saturday after tweaking his groin in practice. The rest of the Panthers' offensive starters are expected to play, including Bryce Young. In Sanders' absence, Chuba Hubbard and Raheem Blackshear should see valuable snaps with the first-team offense. Sanders' next chance to see game action will arrive Friday in an exhibition versus the Giants.

Herbert ran for 15 yards on four carries and caught one pass for a 56-yard touchdown on one target in Chicago's preseason game against Tennessee on Saturday.

It's no surprise that Herbert functioned as the lead running back for Chicago, but the 56-yard touchdown reception was an encouraging sight for a player who generally has not produced as a pass catcher, be it at the NFL or collegiate level. As much as Herbert's history implies he'll never be a volume pass catcher, his ability to weave through traffic might give the Bears reason to dial up screens for Herbert, at least occasionally. In an improved Bears offense that figures to run plenty, Herbert's arrow is pointed up with David Montgomery no longer around.

Edmonds rushed six times for 18 yards and brought in his only target for four yards in the Buccaneers' 27-17 preseason loss to the Steelers on Friday night.

The veteran was the first back in with Rachaad White sitting out the contest, but as was the case for every Buccaneers rusher Friday, he found running room at a premium. Despite the quiet start to the exhibition slate, Edmonds is still projected to play a significant role in the scheme of new coordinator Dave Canales, who's talked up Edmonds' versatility throughout the offseason.

Harris (knee) isn't suited up for Saturday's preseason opener against the Colts, Alaina Getzenberg of ESPN.com reports.

As expected, Harris won't play in the team's first exhibition contest after sitting out a few practices this week due to a knee injury. The severity of the issue remains unclear, but the 2019 third-round pick's next chance to suit up for game action will come next Saturday in Pittsburgh. However, Harris will presumably have to practice at least once next week to be cleared for that contest.

Nichols is dealing with a shoulder injury, according to Ryan Wood of USA Today, and did not play in Friday's preseason game against the Bengals.

The rookie seventh-rounder injured his shoulder earlier in August and was unable to take the field for Green Bay's first exhibition contest. It's unclear how much longer he will be out, but his absence isn't doing him any favors as he tries to break camp with a roster spot.

McFarland rushed three times for 18 yards and a touchdown while securing his lone target for five yards during Friday's 27-17 preseason win over the Buccaneers.

McFarland remained with the Steelers during the offseason by signing a reserve/futures contract with the team, and he's impressed during training camp this year. He accounted for Pittsburgh's lone rushing touchdown during Friday's preseason opener, but he'll likely struggle to find much work behind Najee Harris and Jaylen Warren once the regular season rolls around.

Taylor had six carries for 19 yards and five receptions for eight yards in Friday's 36-19 preseason victory over the Bengals.

Taylor entered Friday's contest third on the depth chart at the running back position, and with Aaron Jones sitting out, Taylor was the second running back into the game behind AJ Dillon. Taylor was busy, racking up 11 touches and -- per Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com -- spending eight more snaps on the field than any other Packers running back. Taylor did not do anything spectacular and was outshined by rookie reserve Emanuel Wilson, so his grasp on the third spot may not be as secure as it was. However, the veteran Taylor remains the frontrunner for the job.

Wilson had six carries for 111 yards and two touchdowns in Friday's 36-19 preseason victory over the Bengals.

Wilson did not enter Friday's contest until the third quarter, but he made a major impact from then onward, racking up three carries of over 10 yards before taking his final tote of the evening 80 yards to the house. The rookie was something of an afterthought heading into Friday's contest, but he capitalized on his opportunity and is now seemingly in the mix for the third spot on the depth chart at his position.

Hall carried three times for four yards, caught his lone target for three yards, and returned one kickoff for 34 yards in Friday's preseason game against the Commanders.

Jerome Ford's hamstring injury, which leaves him week-to-week, opens the door for Hall to get more work at running back. It also keeps Hall in the mix as a returner. Ford was the main kickoff returner in 2022, and special teams coach Stump Mitchell told Anthony Poisal of the Browns' official site in June that would still be part of his job. However, head coach Kevin Stefanski may want to limit Ford's exposure on special teams. In that event, Hall will be part of the competition as a returner.