NFL action has finally returned with the start of the preseason on Thursday. Six games will kick off between 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. ET. The starting quarterback battle in Denver will draw attention to the Broncos–Bears game, but matchups across the schedule are all sure to draw intrigue.
Check out the latest NFL news and rumors below.
• The San Diego Chargers won’t have wide receiver Stevie Johnson this year. The NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports that although Johnson’s surgery for a torn meniscus was a success, he will miss the entire season.
• The Chargers have yet to agree to a contract with first-round pick Joey Bosa, who wants the removal of offset language in his rookie deal.