The Baltimore Ravens used Keaton Mitchell's explosive rushing ability to build an early lead against the Indianapolis Colts in preseason Week 1.

All the key storylines from the day's training camp practices, including Rashawn Slater's potentially serious injury.

With Burrow, Chase and Higgins, the Bengals can compete with anyone. But to make the leap from playoff hopeful to true Super Bowl contender, they need a more reliable offensive line and greater consistency on defense.

All the key storylines from the day's training camp practices, including Keenan Allen's reunification with the Chargers.

Sure, the NFL preseason doesn't compare to regular-season football, but it's a first glimpse at how rookies are acclimating to the league.

From those in tight competitions to those who need to assert their skills once and for all, these 10 players will look to use this preseason to secure their roles.

Bijan Robinson and Derrick Henry separated themselves from the pack in 2024, leading all NFL running backs in positively graded rushing plays. Robinson not only topped the league in positive grade rate but also earned 11 more positively graded runs than any other back.

Few quarterbacks face more pressure this season than Caleb Williams. The supporting cast around him is significantly improved, and if his production begins to match his elite talent, Chicago could contend for a playoff spot.

Third-down success is crucial to sustaining drives and, well, scoring points. These were the NFL's best teams at doing so this past season.

All the key storylines from the day's training camp practices, including Kyren Williams' extension with the Rams.

Bryce Young’s development and improvement in the front seven are the two most important factors for Carolina’s success this season. If both materialize, the Panthers could become a sneaky NFC South contender.

The red zone is where the magic happens, and whether a team can make the most of those drives — both on offense and defense — can swing a game heavily.

All the key storylines from the day's training camp practices, including James Cook's second day of holding in.

As long as Josh Allen is healthy, the Bills will remain favorites to win the AFC East. Their championship hopes, however, hinge on whether the defense — a unit that has consistently underwhelmed in the postseason — can take a meaningful step forward.

Scripted plays, defined as the first 15 offensive plays for each team in this scenario, can set the tone in a game.

Atlanta has the offensive firepower to contend for an NFC South title. For that to happen, Michael Penix Jr. must deliver over a full season, and the team’s young pass rushers will need to help shore up last year’s biggest weakness.

All the key storylines from the day's training camp practices, including Cowboys edge defender Micah Parsons' trade request.