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One of the best and most comprehensive features we do every year is our Footballguys Training Camp Updates. Every week in August, our Bob Henry and Jason Wood and their team of Footballguys Staffers cover every player that matters from every NFL team. Each edition is 30 plus pages long. It's incredible and, frankly, probably worth the Footballguys Season Long Pro subscription price just by itself.

While I encourage you to read every word of every week, I also understand Life Happens. And one of the more valuable services Footballguys can add is saving you time. For this article, I had the idea of taking the comprehensive Training Camp Update and asking our team writers to distill it down into 80 proof shots of the Need-to-Know material. Some teams will have more news than others because that's how it works in real life. Much of it will be from the Camp Updates, some of it will be my takes, but all of it will hopefully be useful to you. And make sure to jump on our Season Long Pro subscription to continue seeing this type of stuff all year long. And if this feature is helpful to you, shoot me an email at bryant@footballguys.com and let me know.

Plus, a new addition for this year. I've included a link to our Depth Charts and the Full Camp Report for each team. If you like these bullets and want more detail, check out the Full Camp Report for each team.

Let's get to it.

Arizona Cardinals | Depth Chart | Footballguys Full Camp Report

• Quarterback Kyler Murray appears locked in for a big 2021 season despite a lack of preseason opportunities.
• Running backs Chase Edmonds and James Conner could both be on the field at the same time.
• Running backs Eno Benjamin and Jonathan Ward continue to battle it out for the RB3 role on the team.
• Wide receiver Rondale Moore can do everything as he is playing out of the slot, running, catching, and returning kickoffs and punts.
• Wide receiver A.J. Green continues to turn heads in camp as he looks like his old self.
• J.J. Watt continues to nurse a hamstring injury but will be ready for Week 1.

Atlanta Falcons | Depth Chart | Footballguys Full Camp Report

• The Falcons became the first team in the league to achieve a 100% vaccination rate for Covid 19.
• Tipped passes and interceptions have plagued quarterback Matt Ryan, but he is starting to round into form.
• Running back Mike Davis is the back to own in a situation that lacks clarity on work share.
• Wide receiver Russell Gage has a lock on the second receiver role but continued strong performances by wide receiver Olamide Zaccheaus and wide receiver Tajae Sharpe could create more situational utility.
• Tight end Kyle Pitts has been used all over the formation and left dual practices with the Dolphins to rave reviews.

Baltimore Ravens | Depth Chart | Footballguys Full Camp Report

• QB Lamar Jackson has looked sharp in every practice, even without some of his top pass-catchers.
• RB J.K. Dobbins and Gus Edwards might be closer to “1A and 1B” than many think after Edwards played more and out-produced Dobbins in the most recent preseason game.
• WR James Proche performed admirably with other receivers injured, but he’s not likely to be on the field much when Marquise Brown and Rashod Batemen return to full health.
• WR Marquise Brown still has not returned to practice and has been out for three weeks with a hamstring injury.
• WR Sammy Watkins will be the team’s top receiver to start the season, but Baltimore should remain a run-heavy offense due to its injuries.
• TE Mark Andrews should remain Jackson’s most-targeted player, especially with the injuries to the receivers.

Buffalo Bills | Depth Chart | Footballguys Full Camp Report

• Quarterback Mitch Trubisky dominated his former team in the preseason game and showed this offense can still produce if Josh Allen misses any time.
• The Bills will use a committee approach at running back, but Devin Singletary may have pulled ahead with another strong preseason showing.
• Wide receiver Stefon Diggs has missed over a week with a knee injury but is expected back soon, while the top backups continue to play well.
• Tight end Dawson Knox remains the starter but may be pushed by Jacob Hollister if he doesn’t improve his reliability.
• The biggest story on defense is the much-improved pass rush, led by rookie DE Gregory Rousseau.

Carolina Panthers | Depth Chart | Footballguys Full Camp Report

• Recent injuries to the offensive line have increased the offense’s focus on short and intermediate passing.
• Wide receiver Robby Anderson signed a nice contract extension and said the Panthers are who "I want to be with for my future."
• Chuba Hubbard is trending towards being the team’s No. 2 running back.
• The defense has looked better every week and seems set up exceptionally well to force turnovers.
• Tight end Dan Arnold has struggled with drops since his hot start to camp.

Chicago Bears | Depth Chart | Footballguys Full Camp Report

• Tevin Jenkins, the Bears’ second-round pick and presumed starting offensive tackle, underwent back surgery and will miss a significant portion of the season.
• Overall, this team has been obliterated by injuries, and it could cause a slow start to the season.
• Justin Fields wasn’t as impressive in his second pregame game as in his debut, but his talent is easy to see and adds a new dimension to the Bears’ offense. The team is still saying Andy Dalton is the week 1 starter.
• Mysterious absences from Akiem Hicks and Eddie Goldman could leave the teams’ interior defense very susceptible.
• Khalil Herbert, a sixth-round rookie, could carve out a solid role this season and has been catching a lot of buzz at camp.

Cincinnati Bengals | Depth Chart | Footballguys Full Camp Report

• Quarterback Joe Burrow has put together back-to-back solid weeks of practice and looks to have cleared the mental hurdles that led to early struggles.
• There has been nothing in camp to indicate that Joe Mixon won’t dominate the snaps at running back.
• Wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase made several difficult, contested catches in practice but continues to struggle with concentration drops and adjusting to the speed of the NFL game.
• Wide receiver Tee Higgins has been catching everything and looks like the favorite to be the Bengals top receiver heading into the season.

Cleveland Browns | Depth Chart | Footballguys Full Camp Report

• Quarterback Baker Mayfield may not play a single snap in the preseason but does not believe it will affect his preparation for Week 1 of the regular season.
• Demetric Felton’s versatility is likely to make him the team’s 3rd running back.
• The team’s five wide receivers are basically set with Odell Beckham, Jarvis Landry, Donovan Peoples-Jones, Rashard Higgins, and Anthony Schwartz.
• David Njoku is having the best camp of his career and is the top tight end in training camp for Cleveland this preseason.
• The defense continues to battle through injuries but believes that all starters will be ready to play in Week 1 against Kansas City.

Dallas Cowboys | Depth Chart | Footballguys Full Camp Report

• Despite a cautious take from ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Cowboys and QB Dak Prescott collectively reiterated he’s on track to start in Week 1.
• Garrett Gilbert was the prohibitive favorite for the No. 2 QB job all summer, but a recent swoon combined with a surge from Cooper Rush clouds the picture.
• RB Ezekiel Elliott continues to be treated with kid gloves in the preseason, but he’s healthy and will be counted on as a workhorse once the regular season gets rolling.
• WR Amari Cooper not only returned to practice this week but surprisingly played 13 snaps against the Texans. He wanted to get game reps to show he’s 100% healthy and ready to live up to his monstrous contract.
• Against the Texans, TEs Blake Jarwin and Dalton Schultz split time evenly in 11-personnel groupings and were used interchangeably as blockers and route runners.

Denver Broncos | Depth Chart | Footballguys Full Camp Report

• Teddy Bridgewater was named the Week 1 starting QB.
• Running back Melvin Gordon continues to sit with a groin injury, allowing rookie Javonte Williams to shine in his place.
• Top wideout Courtland Sutton claims to be fully healthy and ready to see preseason action.
• The speedy K.J. Hamler may be pulling away with No. 3 wide receiver duties.
• Tight end Noah Fant is prepared to round out his overall game and contribute in all facets of the offense.

Detroit Lions | Depth Chart | Footballguys Full Camp Report

• Detroit has struggled to unlock a vertical passing game thus far in training camp with few receivers capable of stretching the field consistently and QB Jared Goff’s preferences combining to create a passing game focused on the short and intermediate area of the field.
• TE T.J. Hockenson has consistently been the best player in the Detroit offense and should be the heavy favorite to lead the Lions in receiving.
• RB D’Andre Swift has missed training camp time with a groin injury but has begun to phase back into team drills. There are still questions about his ability to be out there for Week 1.
• Tyrell Williams is the lead wide receiver, with Khalif Raymond and Amon-Ra St. Brown working as the first-team receivers ahead of Breshad Perriman.

Green Bay Packers | Depth Chart | Footballguys Full Camp Report

• Quarterback Jordan Love has avoided serious injury and should take on quite a few more preseason reps.
• Bruising runner A.J. Dillon continues to fine-tune his work in the passing game, and his progress will be crucial.
• Some believe WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling has refined his game to the point he’ll be Aaron Rodgers’ No. 2 option this year.
• Most of the wide receiver depth chart is already set, though rookie Amari Rodgers could climb it with a strong finish to camp.
• Tight end Robert Tonyan Jr is on a mission to prove he’s a lot more than just a red-zone vulture.

Houston Texans | Depth Chart | Footballguys Full Camp Report

• Quarterback Deshaun Watson may not face an imminent suspension given the NFL’s hesitancy to jump into the middle of an active criminal investigation. Even so, he would likely be a healthy scratch.
• Tyrod Taylor looks ready to open the season as the starting quarterback. If he falters, we may see rookie Davis Mills later in the season.
• The Texans look likely to take a running back by committee approach led by Phillip Lindsay with Mark Ingram rotating in and David Johnson working as the third-down back.
• Brandin Cooks is the only proven option for the Texans at wide receiver, and Taylor has been targeting him regularly. He should see plenty of targets.

Indianapolis Colts | Depth Chart | Footballguys Full Camp Report

• Quarterback Carson Wentz remains without a firm timetable for a full return but has been heavily engaged in team practices and is getting antsy to ramp up his rehab.
• Backup quarterbacks Jacob Eason and Sam Ehlinger were unimpressive in the Colts 12-10 preseason win over the Vikings.
• Based on his usage with the first-team offense, running back Marlon Mack is the clear early-down handcuff to lead back Jonathan Taylor.
• The ADPs of wide receivers Parris Campbell and Zach Pascal should probably be flip-flopped, given Pascal’s usage as the starting slot receiver in the preseason win over the Vikings.
• The tight end position is shaping up as a three-man committee to avoid in fantasy, with Jack Doyle, Mo Alie-Cox, and Farrod Green all expected to receive playing time.
• The Colts pass-rush looked great on Saturday night, led by defensive ends Ben Banogu and the team’s first-round draft pick, Kwity Paye.

Jacksonville Jaguars | Depth Chart | Footballguys Full Camp Report

• Quarterback Trevor Lawrence is locked in as the starter for Week 1 despite the coaches not naming him the guy just yet.
• Running back Travis Etienne is out for the season with a Lisfranc injury.
• James Robinson and Carlos Hyde were running ahead of Travis Etienne before he suffered his injury.
• Wide receiver DJ Chark remains sidelined after his finger surgery and should be ready for Week 1.
• Wide receiver Collin Johnson looks more like a rotational player as he was not involved in the offense much until the late 4th quarter.
• Tight ends Chris Manhertz and James O’Shaughnessy are at the top of the depth chart but offer very little offensively.

Kansas City Chiefs | Depth Chart | Footballguys Full Camp Report

• Quarterback Patrick Mahomes II has to be thrilled with his restocked front line, whose play has been nothing short of dominant.
• Lead running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire left Friday’s game with an ankle sprain, but coach Andy Reid doesn’t seem concerned.
• Top wideout Tyreek Hill’s absence from the Cardinals game (hamstring) looks like nothing more than a precaution.
• The most drama among this offense is at the No. 2 wideout slot, where Mecole Hardman and Demarcus Robinson will open the year platooning.
• The team is excited about the ways it can incorporate multi-tight sets, with Travis Kelce and rookie Noah Gray making plays across the field.

Las Vegas Raiders | Depth Chart | Footballguys Full Camp Report

• Quarterback Derek Carr performed well in joint practices against the Rams, hooking up with Hunter Renfrow and Darren Waller for big plays.
• The Raiders running back roles are clear. Josh Jacobs is the lead guy, and Kenyan Drake will be the change-of-pace backup and receiving specialist.
• Wide receiver Hunter Renfrow was the star of joint practices against the Rams and is Carr’s most trusted receiver.
• Wide receiver Henry Ruggs is still described as “raw,” which is not ideal heading into his second season.
• Tight end Darren Waller returned to practice and instantly started making big catches.

Los Angeles Chargers | Depth Chart | Footballguys Full Camp Report

• The core offensive players for the Chargers were held out of the second preseason game.
• WR Mike Williams is not expected to receive a contract extension before the season, which creates a long-term opportunity for Josh Palmer, who has drawn positive camp reports.
• RB Austin Ekeler has been used through the formation in the passing game in training camp, with the expectation he will be heavily involved as a receiving threat this season.
• Backup running back Justin Jackson suffered a groin injury during the second preseason game but is likely to be ready for week one of the season. Joshua Kelly and Larry Rountree are battling for the RB3 position and could have an injury-away role if Jackson misses regular-season time.

Los Angeles Rams | Depth Chart | Footballguys Full Camp Report

• Despite throwing three interceptions in joint practices with the Raiders this week, Head Coach Sean McVay was happy with Matthew Stafford’s performance, including how aggressive he has been in finding the limits of the offense.
• The Rams obtained RB Sony Michel from the Patriots, which dents Darrell Henderson's future.
• Henderson had been locked into the RB1 role in the offense, with Xavier Jones and Jake Funk battling for the backup role.
• Robert Woods, Cooper Kupp, DeSean Jackson, and Van Jefferson have been held out of the preseason games, an indication Jefferson will be included with the established veterans as a core piece of the offensive attack in 2021.
• Tyler Higbee is locked into the starting tight end role, with rookie Jacob Harris receiving glowing reports about his practice participation despite his preseason game struggles.

Miami Dolphins | Depth Chart | Footballguys Full Camp Report

• Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa was flawless against the Falcons' backup defense and has built momentum towards a strong season.
• Myles Gaskin looks like a fantasy RB2 play and usage in Week 2 of the preseason. He was especially involved as a pass-catcher.
• Receivers DeVante Parker, Will Fuller, and Albert Wilson remain sidelined with unspecified minor injuries.
• Wide receiver Jaylen Waddle continues to show flashes of major upside as a versatile playmaker and should make an immediate impact.
• Tight end Mike Gesicki has been Tagovailoa’s go-to target since returning to practice. He could be in line for a big season.

Minnesota Vikings | Depth Chart | Footballguys Full Camp Report

• Backup Quarterbacks Jake Browning and Kellen Mond continue to fight it out for the backup role behind Kirk Cousins.
• Running backs Dalvin Cook and Alexander Mattison remain locked in one of the league's best depth chart RB duos.
• Wide receiver Adam Thielen is dealing with a thigh bruise.
• Wide receiver Justin Jefferson is back at practice, but the team is taking recovery slow with him.
• Tight end Irv Smith Jr.is showing some leadership qualities as he continues to be hyped up.

New England Patriots | Depth Chart | Footballguys Full Camp Report

• The starting quarterback job remains up for grabs, but Cam Newton is the presumed starter while Mac Jones keeps making strides. There are rumblings about Newton missing time with a COVID protocol which could give Jones an opportunity.
• The Patriots traded RB Sony Michel to the Rams. Damien Harris remains the lead runner, and Rhamondre Stevenson has continued to impress.
• Wideout N’Keal Harry avoided a serious shoulder injury Thursday, though Jakobi Meyers and Nelson Agholor are the clear-cut starters.
• Meyers’ experience and tutelage under Julian Edelman continue to pay dividends for the likely No. 1 wideout.
• Both free-agent tight end prizes, Hunter Henry and Jonnu Smith, will be sidelined in the short term with non-concerning injuries.

New Orleans Saints | Depth Chart | Footballguys Full Camp Report

• With his performance against the Jaguars, Jameis Winston may have landed a devastating blow in the quarterback battle with Taysom Hill.
• With the emergence of Tony Jones, Latavius Murray looks to have lost his grip on the No. 2 running back job.
• Wideout Marquez Callaway’s dazzling camp continued with a dominant downfield performance in the second preseason game.
• WR Tre’Quan Smith is back at practice but has lost ground to Callaway in his quest to remain a starter once Michael Thomas returns.
• Juwan Johnson’s breakout suggests Adam Trautman may not be the young Saints tight end to watch.

New York Giants | Depth Chart | Footballguys Full Camp Report

• QB Daniel Jones hasn’t participated in preseason game action but had a strong week in joint practice sessions with the Browns.
• Running back Saquon Barkley has only done individual drills so far but may participate in team drills against the Patriots in joint sessions this week.
• WR Kenny Golladay’s continued absence makes Sterling Shepard far more likely to lead the team in targets and receptions, at least in the first month or so of the season.
• After a quiet summer, TE Evan Engram showed signs of life in productive practices against the Browns.
• Devontae Booker showed well this week and has re-asserted control of the No. 2 running back role.

New York Jets | Depth Chart | Footballguys Full Camp Report

• While Tevin Coleman seems to lead the backfield and Michael Carter is carving a role out for himself, the reality is that this still looks like a running back by committee approach.
• The third game of the preseason is usually the dress rehearsal for the year and should give us our best indication of who we can trust on the offense. Aside from Corey Davis, watch Tyler Kroft and see if Jamison Crowder gets more targets.
• After being the center-piece receiver of the last few years, expect Jamison Crowder to take a step back. His connection with Zach Wilson isn’t bad, but much different than what he had with former quarterback Sam Darnold.
• It seems inevitable that if they can, the Jets will bring in a veteran quarterback. While Zach Wilson is the starter for the season, it’s important to know if the rest of the offense is salvageable if he gets hurt.
• The Jets secondary was already a question mark, but if they cannot fill the void left by Carl Lawson, it will be a feast for opposing receivers this year.

Philadelphia Eagles | Depth Chart | Footballguys Full Camp Report

• QB Jalen Hurts was a late scratch against the Patriots due to a stomach infection, but that shouldn’t dismiss an excellent week of joint practices; Hurts looked better than Cam Newton or Mac Jones in joint sessions.
• RB Miles Sanders saw a few early snaps against New England but was quickly pulled as the coaches want to keep their new centerpiece healthy.
• DeVonta Smith returned to practice and started against the Patriots; he’s unquestionably the team’s No. 1 receiver.
• Darkhorse WR Quez Watkins got the start over Jalen Reagor against New England; he continues to earn a significant role.
• TE Dallas Goedert only played 2/3rds of the starter snaps against the Patriots and was off the field in 11-personnel in favor of both Zach Ertz and Richard Rodgers at points.

Pittsburgh Steelers | Depth Chart | Footballguys Full Camp Report

• QB Ben Roethlisberger is ramping up his activity and led the offense to two touchdowns in Saturday’s preseason game.
• RB Najee Harris is head-and-shoulders above all other backs on the team and will only miss snaps for rest purposes.
• WR Diontae Johnson is the favorite to lead the team in targets and see targets in goal-line drills.
• WR Chase Claypool had an injury scare Tuesday the 17th, but the team is calling it a “mild sprain,” suggesting he’ll be ready for Week 1.
• WR JuJu Smith-Schuster has lobbied to play outside, but the team uses him in the slot and mostly on short passes.
• TE Pat Freiermuth appears to have overtaken Eric Ebron as the veteran played into the second half of Saturday’s game with other backups.

San Francisco 49ers | Depth Chart | Footballguys Full Camp Report

• QB Trey Lance continues to impress and has begun to get first-team reps in practice. He played behind Jimmy Garoppolo in the second preseason game. Coach Kyle Shanahan has refused to name a Week 1 starter.
• Running back Trey Sermon suffered an ankle injury during the week that does not appear to be serious but was held out of the second preseason game.
• Brandon Aiyuk has been the subject of positive camp reports and should be the WR1 in the offense.
• WR Deebo Samuel had a brief scare during the week with a leg injury but was able to play in the second preseason game.

Seattle Seahawks | Depth Chart | Footballguys Full Camp Report

• If RB Chris Carson were a lock to be healthy, it wouldn’t matter who his backup was, but his injury history makes it vital. That will make Rashaad Penny, who has a lot to prove in the last year of a rookie deal, a definite handcuff.
• The offensive line continues to struggle, but the up-tempo offense is supposed to help with that. That might improve the chances of passing receiving yards, but the ground game will falter if they cannot open holes.
• Not seeing the new offense makes it hard to know how effective it will be, but that’s the plan. The Seahawks have said they don’t want to let the league see it and prepare for it.
• If the secondary continues to struggle, the pass rush is going to be even more critical. The Seahawks seem to have not lost a beat there, but if outside coverage can’t hold for more than a second, it’s going to make the pass rush less effective.
• The offensive tempo is supposed to be high, which could supply the passing offense with more opportunity for yards. WRs Tyler Lockett and DK Metcalf could surpass even high expectations.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers | Depth Chart | Footballguys Full Camp Report

• Despite OC Byron Leftwich stating the offense would not use a lot of pre-snap shifts and motions, Bruce Arians stated differently, and it’s an area where Tom Brady is a master at gaining an edge.
• TE Rob Gronkowski is hitting his stride and making big plays while O.J. Howard has been a serial ball-dropper and struggling as a blocker in the running and passing games.
• The Buccaneers starting receivers continue to dominate as route runners, and they’re making contested catches.
• WR Tyler Johnson is making a move to edge Jaelon Darden for the final active spot.
• This week, Bruce Arians told the media that RB Giovani Bernard would be a significant part of the offense this year, and he’s “more than pretty good.”
• The Buccaneers’ defense has missed a lot of tackles in the past two preseason games.

Tennessee Titans | Depth Chart | Footballguys Full Camp Report

• Since camps opened, Taylor Lewan and Ty Sambrailo remain on limited workloads and will beef up the offensive line when they return.
• Overall, there isn’t much to talk about regarding the fantasy-relevant players here who all have solid roles that should be similar to last year’s.
• QB Matt Barkley is looking like he should be the backup if anything happens to Ryan Tannehill.
• Darrynton Evans has been everyone’s favorite running back sleeper, but Mekhi Sargent is very capable of taking the backup role.
• Although the receiving corps is top-heavy with A.J. Brown and Julio Jones, there are a lot of good receivers fighting for roster spots on what should be a team strength.

Washington Football Team | Depth Chart | Footballguys Full Camp Report

• QB Ryan Fitzpatrick played extensively against the Bengals but struggled, in part, because of a terrible night from his wide receivers.
• Taylor Heinicke’s mobility and willingness to take shots downfield gives him the edge over Kyle Allen for the backup quarterback role.
• RB Antonio Gibson was used in short-yardage situations against the Bengals. Unfortunately, he struggled in the role (1-for-3), which raises questions about the hype of Gibson being used like Christian McCaffrey this year.
• Rookie RB Jaret Patterson is pushing hard for a role; he could be the Gibson handcuff instead of Peyton Barber or J.D. McKissic.
• WR Curtis Samuel was activated off the PUP list a week ago but continues to miss team practices; it’s hard to imagine he’ll be ready to contribute at a high level in Week 1.

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