The Chicago Bears took on the Miami Dolphins in their preseason opener Sunday at Soldier Field, which resulted in a 24-24 tie (with no overtime in the preseason). This came after an intense joint practice on Friday, where the starters went head-to-head.

No changes here. Miami’s tight end group leans more toward blocking than receiving threats. Veteran addition Darren Waller remains on the PUP list, but is expected to be ready for Week 1. Pharaoh Brown and Julian Hill should be safe roster picks thanks to their blocking ability.

The Chicago Bears opened up their 2025 preseason slate with a 24-24 tie. Here are five takes following the game.

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Over the years, McDermott has shifted some of his preseason philosophy, though he generally likes to give the most important players work in live action against another team. The Bills lost their preseason opener to the Giants,

The Buffalo Bills lost to the New York Giants in the preseason opener, and these 3 players were unable to live up to expectations. The Buffalo Bills' preseason opener against the New York Giants ended with a 34-25 loss for the home team.

The Green Bay Packers started slow, handed the New York Jets easy points off turnovers and were unable to overcome a sloppy, uninspired effort in a 30-10 loss to the visiting Jets in Saturday night's preseason opener at Lambeau Field.

Green Bay's forecast calls for heavy rain during the Packers' preseason game against the New York Jets at Lambeau Field.

The New York Jets and the Green Bay Packers will kick off their 2025 preseason at Lambeau Field on Saturday. The wait is finally over as the NFL preseason is officially here, and these two squads continue their preparation for their opening games of the regular season during this matchup.