HC Stefanski: there are any other starters that Stefa…: No

HC Kevin Stefanski: on whether there are any other starters that Stefanski plans on holding out of the game: “No.”

OC Rees: Michael Penix Jr — looked in practice yesterday: He did a nice job

OC Tommy Rees: on how Michael Penix Jr. looked in practice yesterday: He did a nice job. He’s been doing a lot, he just hadn’t done the full-speed work yet. Mentally, he’s been sharp. Continuing to get him those full-speed reps will be very valuable.

OC Rees: We talk about maximizing mental reps when you’re not in…

OC Tommy Rees: We talk about maximizing mental reps when you’re not in there — we really feel like he’s done that.

OC Rees: Tua Tagovailoa — there are consistencies and some things that, as you g…

OC Tommy Rees: on how Tua Tagovailoa is fitting into the offensive system: I think there are consistencies and some things that, as you get through camp and get ready to play, you start to hone in on what each quarterback does well. I think he’s done a nice job. I think he’s taken a lot of ownership in the operation side of the offense. We’ve asked him to do some things that he maybe hasn’t had to do in his career, but he’s taken a lot of ownership of that, and really taken the work, and he’s stressed that upon himself to execute at a high level, in terms of those things. Pleased with Tua. One thing about him is that when things are clean, he’s as accurate as they get.

HC Stefanski: Michael Penix Jr

HC Kevin Stefanski: Michael Penix Jr. will not play in the preseason finale.

GM Gutekunst: on augmenting the RB room: Excited to get Kaleb Johnson…

GM Brian Gutekunst: on augmenting the RB room: Excited to get Kaleb Johnson in here. Obviously, a young player with a huge upside, and we’re excited to get him into our environment and see what he can do. Feel really fortunate that MarShawn Lloyd has had the camp that he’s had. And then, obviously, having Chris Brooks here is a nice safety blanket for us.

GM Gutekunst: on Gutekunst’s evaluation of Kaleb Johnson, coming out…

GM Brian Gutekunst: on Gutekunst’s evaluation of Kaleb Johnson, coming out of college: We liked him a lot. Obviously, he comes from a very strong program, had a lot of success there. There’s some similar scheme stuff that he had done, a lot of the outside zone. Certainly a really talented guy. I think he’s gonna fit into our culture really well. Obviously, that will take a little time to get him up to speed.

GM Gutekunst: Josh Jacobs — that’s to be seen

GM Brian Gutekunst: on whether Gutekunst expects Josh Jacobs to play for the Packers this year: I think that’s to be seen. But certainly hopeful that he will, and certainly would expect that. But we’re gonna let this process play out, and we’ll be prepared, either way.

GM Gutekunst: still TBD

GM Brian Gutekunst: on whether there’s any scenario in which the Packers release Jacobs: I think we’ll let the process play out before we make any kind of those decisions. But we’ll see.

GM Gutekunst: We have not seen the video

GM Brian Gutekunst: We have not seen the video. Those are legal things going on right now, so we’ll let those play out. In the appropriate times, if those things become available, we’ll figure that stuff out when that time comes.

HC Canales: I’m very optimistic he’ll be available for Week 1

HC Dave Canales: Jonathon Brooks didn’t do anything today. “I’m very optimistic he’ll be available for Week 1.”

GM Morgan: Evans — Each of those guys has a specific skill set that we like

GM Dan Morgan: on the TE room: Each of those guys has a specific skill set that we like. Tommy Tremble is a really good blocker and receiver. Mitchell Evans is just a big-bodied Y blocker, who’s also a very capable wideout for us. I think Darren Waller has a unique skill set that we can utilize. I know Dave Canales and his staff are really excited about having him, and the different dimension he can bring to our offense.

GM Morgan: he could definitely play a role

GM Dan Morgan: on how important AJ Dillon will be on 3rd-and-short situations this season: I think he could definitely play a role. Obviously, having Chuba Hubbard and Jonathon Brooks, I would think that they would be getting those carries ahead of AJ. But I think AJ is definitely gonna help us out this year.

GM Morgan: he’s a capable starter

GM Dan Morgan: I think he’s a capable starter. He’s big, he’s physical, he’s a bruiser, he’s hard to tackle.

HC Canales: Mitchell Evans is a big Y, traditional body type, who c…

HC Dave Canales: on the TE room: Mitchell Evans is a big Y, traditional body type, who can body up with OLBs and defensive ends. Tommy Tremble has versatility, physical in the run game, fast enough to stretch the field and make things happen that way. JT Sanders kinda does a little bit of all of it, and can play in the slot some as a receiver, and has improved his ability to play on special teams. Feleipe Franks is one of the really premier special teams players in the league, and then watching his growth as a tight end and his pass-catching ability is really intriguing. Then, of course, we know what Darren Waller looks like on film, we know the element he can bring to us.

HC Monken: Harold Fannin Jr

HC Todd Monken: Harold Fannin Jr. is still a developmental blocker, but what I do like about him is that, at times, guys with his athleticism aren’t all-in on the blocking aspect — which he has shown he will be, he will do that for our team. So, that’s still a work in progress. But I think he has the ability to be a matchup player, but also an elite run-after-catch guy. What I’ve seen on film is the run-after-catch, and a bull with the ball in his hands. Now, it’s can we get him further along in his blocking, and then as a matchup player.

HC Monken: faster

HC Todd Monken: on whether KC Concepcion came along even faster than Monken expected: I don’t know if “faster” is the word, but we are pleased with his progress. I think we hoped and anticipated that he would bring the things we saw on tape, from return value, to just getting the ball in his hands, and then his route-running down the field. We had seen contested catches, and I think from a ball skill standpoint, he’s been great.

HC Monken: Sure, but I look at punt return as an opportunity for a…

HC Todd Monken: on whether Monken has any concerns about using KC Concepcion as a punt returner, with Concepcion looking so good as a receiver: Sure, but I look at punt return as an opportunity for an explosive, in terms of changing field position. So, I think you do have to balance the risk of that — but, at this point, it makes too much sense for us to use him in every way we can as a weapon, and that’s one of those.

HC Monken: Sure

HC Todd Monken: on whether Monken feels like he has a wide range of explosives on this team: Sure. I think Harold Fannin can be explosive — either with his route-running, or running people over. I think we’ve seen Quinshon Judkins be explosive. We’ve seen Dylan Sampson be explosive. I’ve seen KC Concepcion and Denzel Boston be explosive. I’ve seen Jerry Jeudy at his best, and Isaiah Bond be explosive.

HC Monken: Taylen Green is very diligent

HC Todd Monken: Taylen Green is very diligent. He’s a diligent note-taker. So is Dillon Gabriel.

HC Taylor: likes the depth / leadership in the room

HC Zac Taylor: Ja’Marr Chase will be limited throughout the week. But I feel good about him.

HC Taylor: Tee Higgins has a little heel contusion that will limit…

HC Zac Taylor: Tee Higgins has a little heel contusion that will limit him this week. But he and Ja’Marr will be good at the end of the week.

HC Taylor: we drafted Jack Endries because of his pass game value,…

HC Zac Taylor: I think we drafted Jack Endries because of his pass game value, and he made the team because of what he’s done in the run game. I’m not saying he’s there, yet — he’s still got a ways to go, but I’m pleased. I know, over time, where we’ll get Jack in the pass game. I know that, that’s shown up on the tape, I know it’s there. What you don’t know is how a tight end is gonna fare in the run game and in protections. I saw the willingness, the toughness, the scrappiness to put his face in there and do that. That’s really good to see. And I’m confident that, over time, the pass game stuff will show up. I’m pleased with the trajectory he’s on, and the traits that he’s shown us.

HC Taylor: Erick All Jr

HC Zac Taylor: Erick All Jr. is all good, he’s ready.

HC Taylor: I’m planning on sitting the starters in this week’s pre…

HC Zac Taylor: I’m planning on sitting the starters in this week’s preseason game.

HC McCarthy: on McCarthy’s usage of Jake Ferguson and Dalton Schultz…

HC Mike McCarthy: on McCarthy’s usage of Jake Ferguson and Dalton Schultz in Dallas, and does McCarthy see any similarities in how he can use his tight ends in Pittsburgh: Oh, definitely. I think the biggest thing for our tight ends group is that they give us a lot of versatility.

GM Khan: on Heidenreich being listed as a RB/WR, and what does K…

GM Omar Khan: on Heidenreich being listed as a RB/WR, and what does Khan see his role being: Both. He’s talented and has the ability to do several things.

HC McCarthy: RB room — Well, I was trying to give him some opportunities — he…

HC Mike McCarthy: on how McCarthy feels that Kaleb Johnson played: Well, I was trying to give him some opportunities — he didn’t get a whole lot last week. We’re trying to balance things out. I thought he did a nice job between the tackles. I thought he bounced the ball. It was a conscious effort just to give him some more opportunities — it didn’t balance out with the other guys, so we gotta make up for that in our preseason game with Buffalo, because I want to make sure all those running backs get their chances.

OC Angelichio: WR room — With him, I think he’s a receiver that can play inside…

OC Brian Angelichio: on the physical traits in Bernard’s game that say “outside wide receiver”: With him, I think he’s a receiver that can play inside and outside. You see his quickness, he has some strength — he’s got the good quickness to move a defender and get off the line, and he’s strong. So, if you don’t get hands on him, he’s gonna be able to get by you and create an edge. I think that’s a big part of his game, is his quickness and his strength.

GM Khan: on Eli Heidenreich making the roster: He earned it

GM Omar Khan: on Eli Heidenreich making the roster: He earned it. There’s some versatility and playmaking ability there.

GM Caserio: Tank Dell — Definitely making progress

GM Nick Caserio: on how Tank Dell is coming along: Definitely making progress. I would say he’s close — he’s not quite there. I’d say he’s definitely closer now than he was in training camp. So, there’s a little bit more work that remains. Overall, he’s in pretty good spirits. There’s certain things that we just have to see. And some of this, too, is honestly for him, mentally, just to make sure that he has enough confidence so he can go out there and perform the way that he’s capable of, and the way that he knows how to.

HC Ryans: Kayshon Boutte has done a really nice job of diving int…

HC DeMeco Ryans: Kayshon Boutte has done a really nice job of diving into the preparation, he’s been dialed in. He’ll be ready to go on gameday.

HC Ryans: What I saw from Kayshon in New England is a guy who’s v…

HC DeMeco Ryans: What I saw from Kayshon in New England is a guy who’s very competitive at the catch point, very strong hands. In contested catches, he’s coming down with the ball, 9 times out of 10. I saw that in his play, and that really stood out to me.

HC Ryans: confidence up; playing big and fast

HC DeMeco Ryans: C.J. Stroud has gotten better, from a preparation standpoint. He’s gotten more comfortable and more confident in what he’s doing. I’m looking to see him go out and do what he’s done all offseason — he’s done a really good job of commanding the offense, great job of communicating with everyone.

GM Caserio: Braden Smith is going to IR

GM Nick Caserio: Braden Smith is going to IR.

GM Ballard: That’s the hope

GM Chris Ballard: on whether Ballard expects Pierce to play Week 1: “That’s the hope.”

HC Steichen: Keenan Allen — No

HC Shane Steichen: on whether Keenan Allen’s playing time will be altered at all: “No. He’ll play Week 1.”

GM Ballard: still TBD

GM Chris Ballard: He’s worked really hard, he’s pushed really hard, and he’s progressing really nicely. We think we’re in a good spot. We’ll see how it continues to progress over the next 10 days.

GM Ballard: He’ll play, yes

GM Chris Ballard: on whether Ballard expects Allen to start Week 1: He’ll play, yes.

GM Ballard: DJ Giddens is making progress on special teams

GM Chris Ballard: DJ Giddens is making progress on special teams. His injury hurt him, but we still like his potential.

HC Reid: Emmett Johnson — Pass protection

HC Andy Reid: on what has stood out about Emmett Johnson the last few weeks: Pass protection. We knew he could run the ball, but the thing we had to see was the pass protection — for him to be that #2 back, you’ve gotta be able to do that. He’s a smart kid, and he’s willing to stick it up in there. He did a nice job with it.

OC Bieniemy: Garrett Nussmeier — First and foremost, he’s humble, he’s hard-working,…

OC Eric Bieniemy: on what has stood out about Garrett Nussmeier: First and foremost, he’s humble, he’s hard-working, he respects the game and his peers, takes a lot of good notes. Can Garrett play better at times? Yes. I think he’s had a good camp so far, I think the sky is still the limit for him.

OC Bieniemy: Rashee Rice — Rashee is a very good player

OC Eric Bieniemy: on what Bieniemy has learned about Rashee Rice, and what can Rice do this year: Rashee is a very good player. His overall resume has spoken for itself. The thing that I love about Rashee, first and foremost, is that he’s very, very tough. Another thing — and I’m not saying this in a bad way — he’s hard-headed and he’s stubborn, because he feels that he’s good enough at certain things, and I like that, because you gotta get him to see it from a different point of view. When he can see it from a different point of view with a set of different eyes, now it opens up his brain, and you can see it resonate. Those are the things I’ve learned about him. Now, it’s just about making sure we can get the continuous reps to get him back on track and get him in game shape, because we have to get it right and we gotta make sure that all the little fine details that need to be executed are basically done within the next couple weeks or so.

HC Reid: Garrett Nussmeier is gonna start the game

HC Andy Reid: Garrett Nussmeier is gonna start the game. He and Chris were gonna split the game.

HC Reid: Xavier Worthy — still TBD

HC Andy Reid: on whether Reid would like to see Xavier Worthy and Rashee Rice in the game: We’ll see how it goes. They’ve worked their tail off this week, and taken a lot of reps, and that’s been good for them.

HC Hafley: on Chris Bell’s chances of playing or starting Week 1:…

HC Jeff Hafley: on Chris Bell’s chances of playing or starting Week 1: If he continues to improve and get in shape, my expectation is that we see him on the field.

HC Hafley: Malik Willis has this cool demeanor about him, where gu…

HC Jeff Hafley: Malik Willis has this cool demeanor about him, where guys kinda gravitate to him. Chaos can be going on around him, and he still has that same look on his face.

HC Hafley: It’s hopeful that Will Kacmarek will be practicing next…

HC Jeff Hafley: It’s hopeful that Will Kacmarek will be practicing next week.

GM Sullivan: keep the train on the tracks

GM Jon-Eric Sullivan: I’ve always been a fan of Kyle McCord. When you watch him play, he’s a “keep the train on the tracks” kinda guy. I think he processes the game quick and throws an accurate, catchable football. He runs the offense, and I know he’s a smart and competitive guy. We obviously want Malik Willis out there, but if something happened, I thought Kyle could run the offense and help us win games.

HC Hafley: Will Kacmarek will be week-to-week

HC Jeff Hafley: Will Kacmarek will be week-to-week. He’ll be out this week.

OC McDaniel: You see all the talent

OC Mike McDaniel: on what jumps out about Ladd McConkey, that McDaniel didn’t see on film: You see all the talent. What’s been awesome is how accelerating the process is, of coaching him. The coaching point is awesome when he does it exactly that way, with talent, and scores a touchdown. So, it’s a good marriage, in that way. He’s very coachable. Football is about fractions of seconds, so the little nuance stuff and little details, being able to work through that, game by game, to be able to feature him as a playmaker is exciting.

HC Harbaugh: still TBD

HC Jim Harbaugh: on how much we’ll see the starters play in the preseason finale: It’s more a matter of plays — somewhere in the 6-9 kind of a range.

OC McDaniel: Justin Herbert — Make a list of things he can’t do — I don’t really kno…

OC Mike McDaniel: on what jumped out on film about Justin Herbert, and what have the impressions been after working with Herbert: Make a list of things he can’t do — I don’t really know what that is. You’re talking about a savant — athletically and mentally. Outside of that Matt Ryan experience in Atlanta, I’d be hard-pressed to ever say that I was ever on a football team, and a quarterback was the best player on the team. I just hadn’t operated in professional football with the assumption that the quarterback was the best player. After 20 years, to be on a team with the best player being the quarterback, it’s extremely unique and exciting, and I feel like I’m doing something illegal each day at practice, because it just doesn’t make any sense. You talk about the mental capability, the processing. Visually, he sees everything. He’s 6’6”, he can utilize that skill set pretty well, because it’s not often that his vision is obstructed. He has an arm that doesn’t make any sense. I feel like I’m ready to handle all of his skill set and appropriately utilize that, but I’m also having my eyes opened to football possibilities and different things that we can try and do, because he can access more blades of grass. All offensive football is, is that you’re trying to maximize the amount of space that defenses have to defend. I’ve done it in the run game for years, and being able to do it in the pass game is pretty exciting and fun each and every day.

OC McDaniel: on Mike McDaniel’s impressions of Omarion Hampton so fa…

OC Mike McDaniel: on Mike McDaniel’s impressions of Omarion Hampton so far: O was a target of mine in the draft, I loved his play speed. I actually see some similarities between De’Von Achane and O — guys that, in space, don’t hesitate and hit it. That’s something that O does with power and speed an

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GM Beane: I spent a lot of time watching every play of DJ Moore’s…

GM Brandon Beane: I spent a lot of time watching every play of DJ Moore’s film — what he’s doing without the ball, what is he doing on run plays. This guy is a full football player, he’s throwing it in there, blocking. He’s running a deep ball and you can see his speed to clear out for one of their other guys. He’s gonna do whatever it takes. He’s one of those guys that — unless I’m totally missing — if we win the game, and he has no catches, he’s gonna be fired up. And if he has 10 catches for 200 yards and we lose the game, he’s gonna be pissed. That’s the first and foremost thing that I love about him, the guy is all ball, all team. The skill set is exactly what I thought I saw in Chicago — the movement skills, the speed, the variety of routes that he can run, the hands, the YAC.

HC Brady: There will be some starters who play in this week’s pre…

HC Joe Brady: There will be some starters who play in this week’s preseason game.

HC Brady: I thought Skyler Bell had an outstanding offseason, he…

HC Joe Brady: I thought Skyler Bell had an outstanding offseason, he stood out in OTAs.

HC Brady: Ty Johnson — The recovery with everybody… we have plenty of time bef…

HC Joe Brady: on whether Ty Johnson will be ready for Week 1: The recovery with everybody… we have plenty of time before this first game. I’m learning all these guys. Ty went from not walking to running now. I feel like he’s in a good headspace and a good mindset, and we’ll just kinda see what that’s gonna look like as we’re going into gameweek.

HC Brady: Skyler Bell — It was good

HC Joe Brady: on what Brady thought of Skyler Bell’s performance: It was good. Tried to get him involved and get the ball in his hands. It wasn’t too big for him — I thought that that was a huge takeaway. There’s gonna be a lot of things that he’s gonna naturally wanna clean up. It was good to get him back out there, that’s for sure.

HC Vrabel: likes Rhamondre's finish; Henderson still TBD

HC Mike Vrabel: on how Vrabel assesses what he has at running back: “I think Rhamondre [Stevenson], the way that he finished the year, that was exciting. We’ll see where TreVeyon [Henderson] is, today at practice.” Corey Kiner was a player that we tried to get last year. He’s a good, young runner. We’ve kept Lan Larison here on the practice squad, and Hassan Haskins is on the practice squad, as well. Some guys have a little bit different strengths than maybe the other guys, so there’s a little bit of everything, and then we’ll see who we end up using for the game.

HC Vrabel: Drake Maye — more comfort and command

HC Mike Vrabel: on the biggest difference Vrabel sees in Drake Maye since the Super Bowl: I think just more comfort in what we’re doing, more command, more understanding to be able to operate and get us into the best plays. Once you know your job really, really well, you can help other people do their job.

TreVeyon Henderson — left practice; likely sitting next day

on the level of concern on TreVeyon Henderson’s status, after Henderson slipped and left practice early yesterday: We’re working through that situation now. He’s probably not gonna be out there at practice today, but we’ll see how that goes.

OC McDaniels: TreVeyon Henderson — W1 availability TBD

OC Josh McDaniels: on Wednesday’s game: Whether TreVeyon Henderson is or isn’t there, we’ll see. TBD.

HC Vrabel: Romeo Doubs — confidence up; playing big and fast

HC Mike Vrabel: I really enjoy watching Romeo Doubs, watching his confidence grow. He’s playing big and fast, and I think he’s starting to really be comfortable. It just looks like the more comfortable he gets, the faster he’s been practicing.

HC Coen: Brian Thomas Jr — Three Better, Three Best

HC Liam Coen: on what Year 3 Brian Thomas Jr. is gonna look like: I’m excited to see it. I really have been extremely pleased with the way that he’s attacked this offseason, starting from the spring. When we got back in OTAs, this guy was locked in. He really took to some of the “Three Better, Three Best” ways we talk about development and things we need to improve upon, but also lean into the great things that he’s able to do. He has attacked this offseason the right way. Really building on that chemistry and relationship with Trevor Lawrence. He can roll, man. When he’s playing at a high level, our offense is just different. He has that ability to draw #1 coverage from the defense. You have to double him sometimes if you feel like he’s getting past the third level of the defense. We’re really excit

GM Gladstone: Trevor Lawrence — wow

GM James Gladstone: on how encouraged Gladstone was by Trevor Lawrence and Travis Hunter’s camps: Both of them have continued to climb and get comfortable in their roles and how they’re operating. For Trevor, there have been quite a few more “wow” moments throughout the course of this training camp than we may have seen a year ago. I think that speaks to his comfort in testing things and really not ever second-guessing himself, because of his familiarity and understanding of intent behind plays and what he can get away with. That element has certainly been something that I’ve been inspired by — I think that will show itself over the course of the regular season, as he begins to build chemistry with our pass-catchers. From Travis’ perspective, I think that’s a great work in progress, knowing that he’s put a lot more focus on the defensive side, down the back end of training camp, and still getting his plays on offense, but really settling in so that that defensive backfield can have the continuity that it needs.

HC Coen: Trevor Lawrence — confidence up; playing big and fast

HC Liam Coen: on what the Jaguars unlocked in Trevor Lawrence last year, that will cascade over to 2026: I think just being him, being the best version of himself. When Trevor keeps it simple, goes through a read and doesn’t like it, he has the opportunity and athleticism to use his legs as a weapon. It’s something that we benefited greatly from last season — especially in the red zone. Just continuing to urge him to be himself — be the quarterback that you are, while using your arm as a weapon, but don’t forget about using your legs. That’s such a huge advantage. Just encouraging him to continue to be him. I thought we saw a really great version of him towards the back end of last year, as he got more comfortable. And we’ve got some playmakers that he can get the ball to in space.

on Coen’s plans for the RB room: We can’t replace what…

on Coen’s plans for the RB room: We can’t replace what Travis Etienne was able to do for us at times last year. We’re looking for consistency, efficiency, and for these guys to just go be themselves. I think Bhayshul Tuten has had a really good camp — especially the last two weeks in the joint practices. Chris Rodriguez being a little bit more of that thump, and being able to get some of those difficult, hard yards that we all know you need in this league. LeQuint Allen is one of our running backs that’s specific to third down, and he’s our pass-protector. He’s a savage, love him. And then Ameer Abdullah is a 12-year vet that just continues to do the right things. He’s a great example in the room, but he’s also got some juice. We’re excited about that room, I think it’s a room that’s maybe gonna surprise some people.

GM Gladstone: camp praise; earned W1 trust

GM James Gladstone: on CJ Williams and Josh Cameron: They’ve done a great job of absorbing information, and have tried to put that into action. They certainly round that WR group out in a real way, and have earned trust from so many, in a rapid manner. I don’t think that there’s anybody that would talk about those two and flinch at the idea of really contributing over the course of this season.

HC Glenn: Mason Taylor — I thought he did a really good job

HC Aaron Glenn: on how Mason Taylor did in training camp, and does Glenn still expect Taylor to take another step this year: I thought he did a really good job. One of the things that he really improved on, that we talked about in the exit meetings, was his ability to catch and be able to get yards after the catch. I thought he did a really good job of that. He made some unbelievable catches in this camp. The thing about Mason is that he’s still growing, he’s still starting to understand exactly what his body can do, and how he can go out there and make himself successful in certain situations. I’m excited about that player, and I love the way he attacked this training camp — not just from a pass receiving aspect, but also from a blocking aspect.

OC Reich: on Geno Smith and the offense’s performance in last wee…

OC Frank Reich: on Geno Smith and the offense’s performance in last week’s preseason game: Geno was on point. Good operation, spread the ball around — that’s what we want to do. Obviously want to get the run game going, but we went out there with a purpose in mind, and for me, that purpose was to get Geno going and spread the ball around and just get him comfortable in the pocket.

OC Reich: I don’t want to overstate it, I’ve already said a lot —…

OC Frank Reich: on whether Smith’s mastery of the offense allows Reich to dive further into the playbook than Reich originally expected: I don’t want to overstate it, I’ve already said a lot — everything I said is even more true than I even thought it was. He is dialed in — not only mentally, as far as how smart he is, and how much he understands football and the big scope of things — but it’s just his mindset, the way he comes to practice. He comes to practice every day to get better. I think the team just feeds off of it. He’s highly competitive, he doesn’t want to lose a rep. He’s certainly setting the tone.

OC Reich: on whether, early in the season, Reich has to scale bac…

OC Frank Reich: on whether, early in the season, Reich has to scale back some of the plans they had for Kenyon Sadiq to do different stuff, with Sadiq not practicing in the spring and summer: Yeah, there’s no doubt we’ll have to scale it back. Just gotta work him in slowly. Can’t rush it — as much as we would like to. The good thing is, he’s very smart. He’ll be as ready as you can go, but there’s nothing like practice. I know he’s stayed locked in, but we gotta get back out on the practice field, and just slowly work him back into the mix.

OC Reich: Cade Klubnik is extremely poised

OC Frank Reich: Cade Klubnik is extremely poised. He’s made good progress.

GM Holmes: WR room — I like the different flavors in that room

GM Brad Holmes: on what Holmes likes about the WR room: I like the different flavors in that room. Obviously, we know Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jameson Williams and Isaac TeSlaa — I know he dropped a couple balls in a preseason game, but I thought he had a good camp, too. Just the little things he does in the run game, which are actually really big things. I thought that he improved with his route-running, his releases, all those things. I was pleased with his camp.

GM Holmes: Isiah Pacheco — He’s doing everything that he can to get back

GM Brad Holmes: on whether there’s a concern that Isiah Pacheco may not be back this season: He’s doing everything that he can to get back. We’re still excited about him to get back.

HC Campbell: I do not know that… The knee is not the concern

HC Dan Campbell: on whether the knee injury is that same knee that Pacheco injured last year: “I do not know that… The knee is not the concern.”

GM Holmes: That’s the hope

GM Brad Holmes: on whether Holmes expects Pacheco back at some point this season: “That’s the hope.”

HC Campbell: on Isiah Pacheco’s (knee/back) timeline for return: I c…

HC Dan Campbell: on Isiah Pacheco’s (knee/back) timeline for return: I can’t give anything definitive. He is feeling better, as of yesterday. It’s been a little touch-and-go right now, he’s had a little bit of a back. We’re hoping he’s coming out of this, as of yesterday, a little bit.

HC Macdonald: Zach Charbonnet — no PUP decision yet

HC Mike Macdonald: on whether the Seahawks have already made a decision on whether Zach Charbonnet will come off PUP: “Let’s just say we don’t have any news on that front right now.”

HC Macdonald: Horton — long-term injury ruled out

HC Mike Macdonald: on whether a long-term injury has been ruled out for Horton: “Yeah.”

HC Macdonald: starters sit preseason finale

HC Mike Macdonald: The starters that haven’t been playing in the preseason won’t play in the preseason finale.

HC Macdonald: Milroe plays finale; Lock ready

HC Mike Macdonald: Jalen Milroe is gonna play the whole game. Drew Lock will be ready to go, but Jalen’s gonna play the whole game.

HC Macdonald: Jadarian Price — camp praise; earned W1 trust

HC Mike Macdonald: on the camp that Jadarian Price has had: He’s done a great job. He really has. All three downs. He’s a rookie, in terms of there are gonna be things we’re gonna need to attack in his game, that will show itself in games. He’s shown that we’re really confident in him, going into Week 1. He’s kinda earned that decision for us to feel good about it.

HC Quinn: Stefon Diggs — I knew he was a good competitor — I didn’t know how goo…

HC Dan Quinn: on what Quinn has learned about Stefon Diggs: I knew he was a good competitor — I didn’t know how good the fire was. Around others, the skill work, in the huddle. I liked the fire he has in him. The tape is the tape. I knew he was good against zone. He’s probably better at beating man coverage than I thought. I like the competitor a lot.

HC Quinn: alright, what’s the things that I can do and bring to t…

HC Dan Quinn: You see players develop during camp. The first one that comes to mind is probably Antonio Williams. To see improvement for him — that’s what you wanna see. As they’re gaining confidence and going against different players, it’s like, “alright, what’s the things that I can do and bring to the team.” He’s just maybe one that sticks out to me, that they’re gonna keep improving. Seeing guys like him make their mark is a good sign to me.

HC Quinn: Ben Sinnott won’t be back this week

HC Dan Quinn: Ben Sinnott won’t be back this week. He injured his oblique in last week’s game. We haven’t ruled him out for this week’s game, but it’s unlikely he’ll play.

HC Quinn: He’s played a number of the spots — he’s played outside…

HC Dan Quinn: on how Luke McCaffrey has progressed as a receiver during camp: He’s played a number of the spots — he’s played outside, and inside in slot. So, having the versatility is big, where you can go into both of those spots. He’s got a good connection with the QBs. All of them do — I’ve gotta say, I’ve been impressed by Luke and all the receivers. It’s been a deep and a strong group into this camp. The receiver spot is one of the biggest battles on this team, for sure.

HC Quinn: Athan Kaliakmanis — We really just loved his arm talent, his moxie, his…

HC Dan Quinn: on what stood out about Athan Kaliakmanis: We really just loved his arm talent, his moxie, his competitiveness. Just the way he could extend plays. He made some plays under pressure. He also stood in the pocket and made a lot of really big-time throws in the preseason. He’s got a lot of room to grow, in a lot of different ways.

GM Borgonzi: Cam Ward — he’s done a really good job

GM Mike Borgonzi: on how Cam Ward has grown into the role with the new offense: I think he’s done a really good job. I think from OTAs to now, just in terms of protections and knowing the scheme and just getting on the same page with all the new guys here. It’ll get better and better here as the season goes on.

HC Saleh: Working out some kinks for Carnell Tate

HC Robert Saleh: Working out some kinks for Carnell Tate. Some stiffness.

HC Saleh: Cam Ward — He’s not stubborn

HC Robert Saleh: on whether Saleh has learned anything new about Cam Ward: He’s not stubborn. He’s not stuck. He wants to learn, he wants to evolve, he wants to grow — not just football-wise, but as a man. He’s much deeper than you would think for a young hotshot quarterback. This kid’s not gonna fail. Obviously, I put my job on that one. But he’s not gonna fail — he’s special.

GM Borgonzi: Elic Ayomanor — it’s just confidence, with Elic

GM Mike Borgonzi: on the front office’s perspective on the leap that Elic Ayomanor seems to have taken since Year 1: I think it’s just confidence, with Elic. The guy is a tireless worker. I do think you’ve seen that jump, and I think that’s a lot to do with just confidence and working at it.

HC Saleh: Cam Ward needs to continue ascending

HC Robert Saleh: Cam Ward needs to continue ascending. He’s nowhere near where I think he’s gonna be. He’s a young man, second year in the league, he’s gonna get a lot better as time goes.

HC Harbaugh: Malik Nabers — still TBD

HC John Harbaugh: on whether Malik Nabers will be on a pitch count when he’s ready to play: “I don’t know. We’ll see.”

HC Harbaugh: Odell Beckham Jr — hit another gear in the last week or so: Yes

HC John Harbaugh: on whether Harbaugh sensed that Odell Beckham Jr. hit another gear in the last week or so: Yes. I’d say the last week to two weeks, that he really started notching it back up a couple notches and making certain kinds of plays that got you excited.

HC Harbaugh: He’ll be in that receiver group

HC John Harbaugh: on what Harbaugh views Beckham’s role as: He’ll be in that receiver group. He’ll be rotating in, in different personnel groups, and he’ll be playing.

HC Harbaugh: Malik Nabers — He worked with the trainers for a little bit, early, th…

HC John Harbaugh: on whether Malik Nabers was a full participant today: He worked with the trainers for a little bit, early, then he came out and was involved in most of the team reps.

HC Harbaugh: It’s day to day

HC John Harbaugh: on whether that was planned: It’s day to day. He’s kinda working through what he needs, from one day to the next.

HC LaFleur: RB room — Confident that he is progressing really well

HC Mike LaFleur: on whether keeping just three running backs on the roster means that LaFleur is confident that Jeremiyah Love (ankle) will be ready to go for Week 1: “Confident that he is progressing really well.”

HC LaFleur: don’t mistake his kindness for weakness

HC Mike LaFleur: on how Wilson is different than some of the others: It’s just his approach every single day. He is just so consistent. It’s the meeting rooms, his attention to detail, just how he goes about his business He’s the perfect example of “don’t mistake his kindness for weakness.” This dude is a tough dude.

HC LaFleur: Jeremiyah Love — He’s good

HC Mike LaFleur: on how Jeremiyah Love is feeling: “He’s good. He’s progressing.”

HC LaFleur: James Conner — He’s not far off, but it just was in the best interests…

HC Mike LaFleur: on how close James Conner was to avoiding IR: He’s not far off, but it just was in the best interests of the player and the organization to give him a little bit more time.

HC LaFleur: Carson Beck will be back at practice today

HC Mike LaFleur: Carson Beck will be back at practice today.

HC Shanahan: George Kittle — working into practice this week

HC Kyle Shanahan: on where things stand with George Kittle (and Nick Bosa) practicing this week: “We’re gonna get them out there in these three days, and hope it goes well.”

HC Shanahan: RB room — backup RB not named

HC Kyle Shanahan: on who the backup running back is: “Don’t know yet.”

HC Shanahan: Christian McCaffrey

HC Kyle Shanahan: on how the Niners feel about the RB room: Obviously, Christian McCaffrey. We love what we’ve seen from Kaelon Black when he’s been out there. Jordan James came back from an early injury, and looked really good in our final preseason game. And, obviously, the ability to put Deebo Samuel back there plays into that.

GM Lynch: Mike Evans — production track + scheme fit

GM John Lynch: on Mike Evans’ status, and what can Evans bring to the offense: This guy’s production has been phenomenal, year after year. And he’s looked really good the last couple years. Mike is a tremendous addition, I think he fits what we do, exceptionally well. We’ve really never had a guy like him — that tall, that big, who can run the route tree. It made us extremely interested in him. We’ve got some solid work throughout the offseason, he ran into a little hiccup with his adductor, but he’s working really well to the side. Hope to get him back here early next week, and if all goes well, he’ll be suiting up and making plays for us.

HC Shanahan: Kittle — George has been great, he’s passing everything

HC Kyle Shanahan: on what Shanahan’s “guys like George [Kittle] who have taken a step back” comment from last week meant: George has been great, he’s passing everything.

GM Teasley: I do

GM Nolan Teasley: on whether Teasley expects J.J. McCarthy to be on the roster Week 1: “I do.”

GM Teasley: Kyler Murray has really grown in his ability to manage…

GM Nolan Teasley: I think Kyler Murray has really grown in his ability to manage the line of scrimmage, and I think we’ve seen constant improvement throughout the preseason and training camp. I’m really bullish on where he’s headed, playing in this system, with this level of coaching.

GM Teasley: We started to see the legs, as we got into more realist…

GM Nolan Teasley: on what else Teasley saw in training camp from Murray that indicates he can win at a pretty high level in Minnesota: We started to see the legs, as we got into more realistic football situations — we always knew that was there. Then the anticipatory throwing ability, the ability to fit the football into tight windows and be a spot thrower. Really excited about where he is.

HC O’Connell: We’re gonna give J

HC Kevin O’Connell: We’re gonna give J.J. McCarthy a rest day today, just to see if we can put the ankle behind him a little bit. We really wanted him to be able to start this final preseason game.

HC O’Connell: We’ll have some guys inactive for the preseason finale

HC Kevin O’Connell: We’ll have some guys inactive for the preseason finale.

GM Licht: okay, we can use him this year, and he’s gonna play a r…

GM Jason Licht: on Ted Hurst’s growth, and has he picked up faster, with Jalen McMillan and Emeka Egbuka missing time: That certainly helped him. After we drafted him, I thought this is a great situation for him to be behind these guys, and learn — may not make a big impact for us this year, but one for the future. But I think he’s proven to us throughout camp, and even OTAs, that he’s been very, very steady. And I think it’s kinda evolved into, “okay, we can use him this year, and he’s gonna play a role.”

HC Bowles: Sean Tucker — No

HC Todd Bowles: on whether Sean Tucker being held out today is anything serious: “No.”

HC Bowles: Chris Godwin — He looks good

HC Todd Bowles: on whether it’s fair to say that Chris Godwin is back to his 2024 form: “He looks good. He looked good all summer, he looked good in the spring. He’s in tip-top shape, and he’s ready to go. He looks very good to me, he looks like he’s himself.”

GM Licht: on who the Bucs’ go-to receiver is now, with Mike Evans…

GM Jason Licht: on who the Bucs’ go-to receiver is now, with Mike Evans gone: We have a lot of options at that. I’d be remiss if I didn’t mention Chris Godwin, for all that he’s done for this organization. Talk about being a consistent, steady, Mr. Clutch player — that’s him. He looks very, very good out there right now.

HC Bowles: Emeka Egbuka — still TBD

HC Todd Bowles: on whether Bowles is optimistic that Jalen McMillan and Emeka Egbuka could play Week 1: I’ll feel better when I see next week. Right now, they’re day-by-day / week-by-week. We’ll see how they come along next week.

GM DeCosta: Lamar Jackson — I would say I’m optimistic

GM Eric DeCosta: on how optimistic DeCosta is about getting a deal done with Lamar Jackson before March: “I would say I’m optimistic.”

GM DeCosta: Kobi Lane — The things that we’ve seen out here, we saw, I think, o…

GM Eric DeCosta: on whether Ja’Kobi Lane is ahead of where DeCosta might have expected in Year 1: The things that we’ve seen out here, we saw, I think, on tape. It’s a hard position to play. I think any rookie that comes in — whether they start fast, or they start slow — it’s a long season, they gotta stack good days every single day. There’s a lot to learn, and it is a challenge to do that. I think he’s right on pace, I think he’s doing really well, I love his attitude, I love that he’s been able to make plays out here, and that the other players have gained confidence in his abilities. I’m excited about him, but he’s gotta do a lot more work to really be what we want him to be — and I think he’ll get there. He’s shown that he can do it, and now it’s gonna just become a consistency thing, doing it every single day. If he does that, he’ll be a great player.

HC Minter: camp praise; earned W1 trust

HC Jesse Minter: on Lamar Jackson’s comfort level in the new offense: I think Lamar has done a great job. It started all the way back in the spring. I think he really enjoys the offensive coaches and system, and what they’re trying to do, he understands it all, he kinda sees the vision and what it can be. I think he’s done an unbelievable job.

HC Minter: on Zay Flowers (and Zion Young) not practicing today: N…

HC Jesse Minter: on Zay Flowers (and Zion Young) not practicing today: Nothing major. Both of those guys dealing with some minor things. Looking out for the Week 1 health, versus today health.

HC Minter: Adam Randall — He’s a versatile skill set

HC Jesse Minter: on what Minter saw from Adam Randall today: He’s a versatile skill set. He can obviously run the ball, which I think he’s improved a lot in. He’s learned to run behind his pads, he’s learned to be a really physical runner. And then he also has a really good skill set out of the backfield, in the passing game.

HC Schottenheimer: RB room — Really excited about him

HC Brian Schottenheimer: on what Emari Demercado brings to the RB room and special teams: Really excited about him. This guy’s got 20 explosives over the last couple years, and some of that’s been with OC Klayton Adams. He’s got very good vision. He’s a build-up speed guy that’s got explosive playmaking ability. We love his pass protection, he’s a really good pass protector — both in understanding the scheme, but also in executing the protection principles. He’s been a guy that’s played a number of different roles on special teams.

HC Schottenheimer: both quarterbacks will play in the pres…: Yes

HC Brian Schottenheimer: on whether both quarterbacks will play in the preseason finale: “Yes.” [Schotty has previously stated that starters won’t play in the preseason, so this is referring to Joe Milton and Sam Howell]

HC Schottenheimer: still TBD

HC Brian Schottenheimer: on Jaydon Blue’s maturity, and whether there was a point this offseason where Schottenheimer said, “okay, he’s gonna be okay”: I think he came back with a different mentality, which is great. He’s always been extremely bright and picked up the scheme very, very well. It’s been good for us to see him take the next step in certain areas, whether it’s pass protection, whether it’s some of the stuff in the return game. But I noticed it early on, that there was a little bit different intentionality about him. He’s gotta continue to compete, because that’s a deep room. We’ll see how we figure out the rotation. But it was early on, for sure.

HC Schottenheimer: Joe Milton — Probably the touch that he was throwing the ball with

HC Brian Schottenheimer: on what impressed Schottenheimer most about Joe Milton’s performance against the Cardinals: Probably the touch that he was throwing the ball with. Last year at this time of year, it was a little bit difficult, at times, to call plays for Joe, because I wasn’t sure exactly what was gonna happen here and there. Just the poise that he’s playing with right now. Two really, really good performances. If you would just take the training camp competition, it’s probably neck-and-neck, and Sam Howell may be a little bit ahead — that’s why he actually started the first preseason game. But Joe has put together two really good performances, and this will be another fun week for them to keep battling.

HC Schottenheimer: The things we asked him to do last year were very new t…

HC Brian Schottenheimer: The things we asked him to do last year were very new to him. He didn’t have a great pure or clear understanding of the entire system last year — I think this year, he does. And I think that allows him to go out and play free and play confident.

GM Spytek: still TBD

GM John Spytek: Ashton Jeanty is working really hard. He’s on the mend, as Klint said. I think he attacks everything with a great mindset, and I don’t think that this will be any different for him. “I expect him to be back as quick as he can — maybe quicker than some people would expect. When that is, we’ll see. But I think he’s in a good spot, and I think he’ll be ready to go when we get him back out there.”

HC Kubiak: Kubiak is optimistic about Jeanty playi…: Yes

HC Klint Kubiak: on whether Kubiak is optimistic about Jeanty playing Week 1: [pause, followed by a smile] “Yes.”

GM Spytek: Fernando Mendoza has shown us what we learned about him…

GM John Spytek: I think Fernando Mendoza has shown us what we learned about him in the pre-draft process — he’s a tireless worker, he loves football, he loves his teammates, he’s energetic on the field, he’s self-critical, he’s self-aware, he’s very accurate. His time is coming, but he’s gotta earn it every day, and he knows that. We’re all very pleased with the person and his work ethic and his commitment to being a great quarterback.

GM Spytek: Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers, Jordan Love, Patrick Mahomes

GM John Spytek: on whether the Raiders have a proof of concept that it’s better to sit a rookie quarterback behind a veteran: Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers, Jordan Love, Patrick Mahomes. But — Jayden Daniels. There are success stories and failures both ways. We’re just trying to build the best team we can, and play the guys that are most ready to play. The expectation always will be that the best person, the person that’s earned it, the person that can do their job for the team will be the one that plays.

GM Spytek: Klint Kubiak stood on a table for Mike Washington at th…

GM John Spytek: Klint Kubiak stood on a table for Mike Washington at the start of [NFL Draft] Day 3. This is the perfect scheme fit, and we can make this player into a good player, he has what we’re looking for. It’s hard for any rookie to really carve out meaningful minutes and be as productive as you want them to be. Mike certainly had a great preseason — nobody’s taking that away from him — but it gets very real, very fast here now. But I think we’re all excited about the track that Mike is on, and I think we have an expectation that he’s gonna help us win football games this year.

HC Moore: Alvin Kamara — still TBD

HC Kellen Moore: on whether Week 1 is in play for Alvin Kamara (and Cam Jordan): We’ll see how this week goes. We’ll probably have a better idea at the beginning of next week, with what workload those guys are able to do.

OC Nussmeier: Barion Brown and Bryce Lance have done an outstanding j…

OC Doug Nussmeier: Barion Brown and Bryce Lance have done an outstanding job of coming in and learning the system. They’ve been productive players when they’ve been in the game. Obviously, it’s a new game when you get to the regular season, versus the preseason, so they’ll need to elevate their game again. But we’re gonna count on those guys to help us win.

OC Nussmeier: RB room — it starts with the run game

OC Doug Nussmeier: on what kind of difference Etienne can make in what the Saints want to do in the run game: Obviously, it starts with the run game. We thought last year at this time that we were gonna go into the season and run the football, and obviously that didn’t end up being the case. So, we’ve gotta go out and prove that we can. Obviously, he’s a big piece of what we’re doing. I think people have a perception of Travis when he came out, that he’s a receiver slash running back. I see an elite running back. An elite running back. Great instincts, he has great vision, great contact balance. There’s a lot of things this guy does at an elite, elite level, as just a true tailback. So, I think that maybe is a little bit of a misnomer about him — and he does have good hands. Obviously, he’s been a big addition for us, and I’m really excited to see him go out and get to play.

OC Nussmeier: Jordyn Tyson — You turn on his college tape, and the guy’s explosive,…

OC Doug Nussmeier: on what stood out about Jordyn Tyson: You turn on his college tape, and the guy’s explosive, he’s dynamic, he’s twitchy. He changed games for them at Arizona State.

HC Moore: Kendre Miller and Audric Estime are just working throug…

HC Kellen Moore: Kendre Miller and Audric Estime are just working through some stuff. We’ll just see how the beginning of next week looks for those two, but they’re progressing well.

HC McVay: Puka Nacua — Yeah, absolutely

HC Sean McVay: on what McVay has heard from the league on Puka Nacua and Alaric Jackson, and is the expectation that they will be available to play in Australia: “Yeah, absolutely. That’s what I’ve heard. Haven’t heard anything different.”

HC McVay: Ty Simpson — just reps

HC Sean McVay: on how McVay has seen Ty Simpson develop: I think just reps. He’s so conscientious. I think you really saw his preparation and his comfort of doing the things he’s coached to — reading with his feet, getting through progressions.

HC McVay: on Puka Nacua’s status: He’s doing good

HC Sean McVay: on Puka Nacua’s status: He’s doing good. He’s making good progress, he’s feeling good. Been hitting some high speed yards at a really good clip. When we get back out there, it’ll be fun to have him.

HC McVay: WR room — He’s been great, he’s very familiar and comfortable wit…

HC Sean McVay: on how Tutu Atwell has re-acclimated to the WR room, and what role McVay sees Atwell playing throughout the season: He’s been great, he’s very familiar and comfortable with the settings. We’ve got some guys who can play.

HC McVay: WR room — likes the depth / leadership in the room

HC Sean McVay: on how McVay sees the depth of the WR room playing out, and what has McVay seen from them: I feel good. Obviously, I’ve got a lot of confidence in really all those guys. With Davante Adams doing an amazing job.

OC Webb: on Bo Nix’s two series last Friday: I thought he did a…

OC Davis Webb: on Bo Nix’s two series last Friday: I thought he did a really good job. He was really efficient, good communicator in the huddle, in and out, was accurate with the football.

OC Webb: You watch his pro day and combine workout, and you can…

OC Davis Webb: on how RJ Harvey has been able to adapt as a receiver: You watch his pro day and combine workout, and you can see the potential for him in the pass game. I know that he’s tremendously improved in the run game out here. He’s becoming a complete back, three downs, and that’s what he wants to be.

HC Payton: Troy Franklin — He’s been doing really well

HC Sean Payton: on what Payton has seen from Troy Franklin: He’s been doing really well. Each day, you see his speed and his confidence in the system. We’ve got some depth at that position. I’m pleased with how he’s playing.

OC Webb: Jaylen Waddle — He’s gonna play everywhere

OC Davis Webb: on how much more difficult it makes it for opposing defenses when Jaylen Waddle is in the slot: “He’s gonna play everywhere. He’s really, really good. He’s gonna play everything but o-line. So, he’ll move around.”

HC Payton: on where Jonah Coleman has made the biggest strides: I…

HC Sean Payton: on where Jonah Coleman has made the biggest strides: I think he’s savvy, he’s smart. I’ve said a number of times that you don’t feel a young player. So, that’s a real good trait. He’s smart, has good contact balance. And so that lends itself to a little bit smoother transition than maybe some. We’ve been around successful players that maybe took a little longer when they arrived, and then some that arrived a little quicker.

HC Sirianni: on Sirianni’s impressions of Makai Lemon tonight: Few o…

HC Nick Sirianni: on Sirianni’s impressions of Makai Lemon tonight: Few opportunities, we’ll look at the tape. There’s gonna be ups and downs for every player. Obviously, he’s gonna want that catch back on third down, to be able to hang on to that and not cause a turnover that, obviously, led to points. But we’ve seen some good things throughout his practices, and we’re feeling good about his development. He’s gotta continue to develop, a young player. And we know we’re gonna be able to count on him this year.

HC Sirianni: I thought Will Shipley ran the ball well today

HC Nick Sirianni: I thought Will Shipley ran the ball well today. Here’s another guy that has really contributed in special teams in his 2 years here — I can’t begin to tell you how much trust that builds for a player. He’s obviously behind Saquon Barkley and Tank Bigsby, but when you put him in there, and he’s got an opportunity on special teams, it just gives you so much trust in the player. And we know he can run the football, we know he’s talented at that and being able to catch the ball out of the backfield. We’re really pleased with him.

OC Mannion: Jalen Hurts — I thought he did a good job

OC Sean Mannion: on how Jalen Hurts performed in the joint practices with the Patriots: I thought he did a good job. The first day, I thought we had a lot of big plays, and just a couple turnovers we need to clean up — obviously, that’s always a focus for us. But you could really see the run game come to life, you could see the playaction passes off of it. You could see the explosives in the pass game, as well. He did a really nice job. I was really happy with how Jalen played throughout.

OC Mannion: Makai Lemon — He’s been working his tail off to get back out here

OC Sean Mannion: on whether Mannion expects Makai Lemon to be a full participant in practice this week, and what’s the ramp-up plan: He’s been working his tail off to get back out here. I think we’re hopeful he’ll be out on the field in some capacity today. He’s been really, really engaged, mentally — I think that’s the challenge for any injured player. He’s done a really nice job, he’s been locked in in all the walkthrough settings. Even when he can’t get the rep, he’s kind of shadowing his position on the field and staying super engaged. He’s been working his way back, I know he’s looked good.

OC Mannion: Mentally, he’s been super engaged

OC Sean Mannion: on how much catching up Lemon has to do: Mentally, he’s been super engaged. So, I don’t worry about that one bit with Makai — I know the work he’s been putting in. Injuries unfortunately happen in football, but he’s been a total pro about his approach to rehab, his approach to the mental side of the game. He’s done everything in his power — despite not having those physical reps — to be ready for us, to make an impact.

GM Poles: Caleb Williams — I love where he’s at

GM Ryan Poles: on how Poles feels about what he saw from Caleb Williams in camp: I love where he’s at. I think you see that joy back in his game, where he’s playing free. I think he sees and identifies where he comes up short, faster than what he did before.

HC Johnson: Rome Odunze — Mr

HC Ben Johnson: on what Johnson liked about Rome Odunze’s performance in training camp: Mr. Consistency. I know the dialogue about his foot, and all that, and yet you didn’t see any setback from that regard, I thought he looked completely healthy. I showed a highlight of him cracking a safety in one of the joint practices — that inspires me to not want to get him the football, but I need to get him the football when I see things like that. He’s doing all the little things, the things that maybe other people don’t notice. He’s gonna be a key cog of what we do.

OC Taylor: Zavion Thomas — it doesn’t help when you’re a young player and you’re n…

OC Press Taylor: on how Zavion Thomas has managed everything the Bears have put on his plate, since returning from his injury: Obviously, it doesn’t help when you’re a young player and you’re needing to learn a lot and you need to gain a lot of experience, and then you miss a lot of time with an injury. So, he’s still kinda in that process of catching up to everybody else that’s been here competing. But the talent has flashed since he got here. We get the daily reports on miles per hour, and he’s always beyond 20. That’s something you see, you saw it in the game the other day, with a few opportunities and what he’s able to do with it. That is something that he is gifted with, but there’s so much more that goes into earning a role for yourself week to week. So, that’s something he’s gonna continue to prove and earn, as we go into the season.

OC Taylor: on Caleb Williams’ maturation: He’s just grown up

OC Press Taylor: on Caleb Williams’ maturation: He’s just grown up. I think he’s seen what it takes to succeed week to week, day to day. He understands the standard that we expect from him. He’s taken it very serious. He’s always been very, very competitive. He’s understanding what it takes to be a great quarterback in this league, and he’s working to achieve that every single day.

OC Taylor: Kyle Monangai — Roschon Johnson is a guy that really had a great finish…

OC Press Taylor: on how much of an adjustment has to be made in the backfield, with Kyle Monangai’s status uncertain: I think Roschon Johnson is a guy that really had a great finish to camp. Somebody that earned a lot of trust through the last couple weeks. As Kyle goes down, and Roschon’s opportunities increased, he proved to us that he’s trustworthy — he can be in those situations if it comes down to it, where we need him to carry a heavier load than we expected, while being involved in special teams.