Ron Rivera said they decided a few days back they wouldn’t play any starters
— Rhiannon Walker (@InstantRHIplay) August 29, 2021Ron’s reasoning for not playing the starters: “To not get anybody hurt.” Has enjoyed the work that group has gotten in camp and didn’t want to “expose” them tonight
— Pete Hailey (@PeteHaileyNBCS) August 29, 2021
Ron Rivera addressing the media. Said he didn't play any starters because he didn't want to get anyone hurt. They had a good camp, and they have a lot of players who have shown them how they can help the team.