Where the first two weeks of the NFL preseason are designed to bear a vague resemblance to actual professional football, the third game is more like a full-fledged dress rehearsal. Superstar players who’ve yet to ditch their street clothes will likely suit up for at least 3 or 4 series and starters who’ve become accustomed to playing 3 or 4 series may now play for an entire half. Offensive and defensive game plans may become a little bit less clandestine. Darling role players may even have the opportunity to log some meaningful snaps with the first-teamers. If you’re generally preseason-averse, now’s the time to clear an hour or two from your schedule and check it out.