The New Orleans Saints and Jacksonville Jaguars played a preseason game in 2025 with notable performances including rookie Tyler Shough and wide receiver Mason Tipton, a game-tying drive by the Saints led by Rattler, and a rare tie in the preseason since 1972, highlighting key players and game moments.
Week 1 of the 2023 NFL season showcased new faces, breakout performances, and unfortunate injuries. Rookies and veteran signings made their debuts, with quarterbacks Bryce Young, C.J. Stroud, and Anthony Richardson showing promise despite starting their careers with defeats. Running back Bijan Robinson impressed with an electrifying touchdown. Veteran quarterbacks Derek Carr, Jimmy Garoppolo, and Baker Mayfield secured narrow victories in their new teams. Injuries marred the week, with Aaron Rodgers suffering a serious-looking Achilles injury and J.K. Dobbins tearing his Achilles, ruling him out for the season. Standout performances and close victories raised playoff aspirations, while some teams left questions unanswered.