NFL Preseason Week 2: DFS Picks, Standout Players & Key Takeaways!

By: Marcelo Colombo Published On: 17/08/2025

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NFL Preseason Week 2: What You Missed

Week 2 of the 2025 NFL preseason is in the books! Here's a breakdown of the key storylines and standout performances from Saturday and Sunday's games, including insights for your daily fantasy football (DFS) lineups.

Sunday's Action: Saints vs. Jaguars & Bills vs. Bears

The New Orleans Saints hosted the Jacksonville Jaguars, with rookie quarterback Tyler Shough expected to start for the Saints. Jacksonville's rookie Travis Hunter also saw action on both sides of the ball. Later, the Buffalo Bills faced the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field, though Bills quarterback Josh Allen sat this one out.

DFS players were looking closely at Shough and Hunter. Should you target these rookies in your lineups, or fade them for more established players? Expert Jimmie Kaylor provided top NFL DFS picks and analysis on SportsLine, helping players navigate the preseason landscape.

Saturday's Standout Performances

Several games took place on Saturday, offering valuable insights into team dynamics and player potential. Here's a quick recap:

Miami Dolphins 24, Detroit Lions 17
Houston Texans 20, Carolina Panthers 3
Green Bay Packers 23, Indianapolis Colts 19
New England Patriots 20, Minnesota Vikings 12
Cleveland Browns 22, Philadelphia Eagles 13
San Francisco 49ers 22, Las Vegas Raiders 19
Baltimore Ravens 31, Dallas Cowboys 13
Los Angeles Rams 23, Los Angeles Chargers 22
New York Giants 31, New York Jets 12
Tampa Bay Buccaneers 17, Pittsburgh Steelers 14
Denver Broncos 27, Arizona Cardinals 7

Dolphins-Lions: Wright's Struggles, Gordon's Spark

Dolphins running back Jaylen Wright struggled to find his footing, while rookie Ollie Gordon II impressed with his burst and decisiveness, rushing for 50 yards on 10 carries. Could Gordon be a valuable complement to De'Von Achane?