The first week of the 2023 NFL preseason commenced Thursday night, with the New England Patriots hosting the Houston Texans and the Seattle Seahawks welcoming the Minnesota Vikings.
No. 2 overall pick C.J. Stroud got his first NFL reps in a start for the Texans. He went 2-for-4 for 13 total yards and an interception before coach DeMeco Ryans turned to incumbent starter Davis Mills.
Mills went 9-of-12 for 99 yards and a touchdown before Case Keenum took over under center. While the Carolina Panthers named No.