NFL Player News

Allen isn't slated to play in Saturday's preseason contest against the Rams, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.

The Chargers will keep Allen, Mike Williams, Joshua Palmer (undisclosed) and John Hightower on the sideline for their exhibition opener. With Jalen Guyton (knee) on the active/PUP list, the team's available wide receivers are Quentin Johnston, Derius Davis and Keelan Doss, among others. Allen's next chance for game action will occur Sunday, Aug. 20 versus the Saints.

Ridley caught both of his targets for 21 yards in Saturday's preseason win over the Cowboys.

Ridley made his first appearance in an NFL game since Week 7 of the 2021 season, back when he was still a member of the Atlanta Falcons. The 2018 first-round pick looked refreshed after the lengthy, non-injury related layoff, catching both targets from his new quarterback Trevor Lawrence before exiting with the rest of the starters. Ridley's talent is unquestioned, and he appears to be happy in Jacksonville, so the 26-year-old could be in store for a nice bounce-back season. The last time Ridley played a full year in the NFL, he posted a 90/1,374/9 receiving line with the Falcons in 2020.

Beasley caught all four of his targets for 33 yards in Friday's exhibition loss to the Lions.

The Giants rested most of their starters for the preseason opener, so Beasley's presence may have been an indication that he still needs to earn a roster spot. On the other hand, the veteran wideout made the most of his time on the field, leading the team with four catches on his 10 snaps. His longest reception was an 18-yard gain on a pass from Tommy DeVito on the final drive of the first quarter. Beasley excelled under head coach Brian Daboll when both were in Buffalo, and he could be more than just an afterthought if he makes New York's 53-man roster given the unsettled pecking order in the team's receiver room.

Marshall wasn't targeted in Saturday's 27-0 preseason loss to the Jets.

Marshall didn't start the game but checked in on the team's second possession while starting quarterback Bryce Young was still in the game. While Marshall didn't gain any ground on Adam Thielen, DJ Chark or rookie second-round pick Jonathan Mingo for a potential starting spot, none of those receivers posted multiple catches in this game, so Marshall could still make a push for a larger role with a strong performance against the Giants in Carolina's second preseason game.

Thielen caught his only target for eight yards in Saturday's 27-0 preseason loss to the Jets.

Thielen started the game along with DJ Chark and rookie Jonathan Mingo at wide receiver, but those three and fellow wideout Terrace Marshall combined for just two catches across the three drives they spent in the game alongside rookie quarterback Bryce Young. Things didn't get any better for Carolina's offense after the backups came in. Thielen has a chance to emerge as Young's top target in Carolina's remade passing game. The veteran wide receiver's embarking on his first season with the Panthers after spending nine years in Minnesota.

Wright suffered a knee injury during Saturday's 27-0 loss to the Jets, Mike Kaye of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Wright will have his knee evaluated this week and more information on his status will likely be provided in the coming days. The wide receiver is battling for an active roster spot as a depth option behind the likes of Adam Thielen and DJ Chark, amongst others.

Mingo started Saturday's 27-0 preseason loss to the Jets but wasn't targeted.

Mingo played the team's first three drives along with starting quarterback Bryce Young as well as veteran receivers Adam Thielen and DJ Chark. The rookie second-round pick didn't get onto the stat sheet, but Mingo was far from the only player to struggle in this lethargic performance from Carolina's offense. Mingo's usage as a top-three wide receiver out of the gate is encouraging, and he'll look to convert that playing time into production in the next preseason game against the Giants as he looks to hold off Terrace Marshall on the depth chart.

Coach Pete Carroll said Saturday that Eskridge (suspension) sustained a "legit sprain" in his right knee during Thursday's preseason game against the Vikings, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports.

Eskridge suffered the injury while covering a kickoff Thursday. Carroll added that his recovery "could be a few weeks," which, if it comes to pass, will keep him out for the Seahawks' final two exhibitions. Eskridge also faces a six-game suspension to start the season for violating the personal conduct policy, so Seattle may not have his services again until Week 8 against the Browns.

Flowers is slated to play in Saturday's preseason game against the Eagles, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic reports.

Flowers, a rookie first-round pick, has flashed during his first training camp and is vying for a starting spot in a wideout corps that includes Odell Beckham and Rashod Bateman (foot). Lamar Jackson and most of Baltimore's other starters won't be playing in Saturday's exhibition, so Flowers should be one of the top targets during his first NFL game action, though he'll probably be limited to only a few series.

Smith isn't in line to play in Saturday's preseason contest at Baltimore, Jeff McLane of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Both Smith and A.J. Brown aren't available to the Eagles offense, leaving wide receiver in the hands of Quez Watkins, Olamide Zaccheaus and Devon Allen, among others. Smith's next chance for exhibition action will occur this coming Thursday against the Browns.