The NFL preseason begins with the Hall of Fame Game, featuring the Arizona Cardinals and the Carolina Panthers. Carson Beck, a third-round pick from Miami, will start for the Cardinals, while Kenny Pickett will start for the Panthers.

Preseason Expectations

The preseason is an opportunity for rookies, backups, and players fighting for roster spots to showcase their skills. Most first-round picks, including Cardinals running back Jerimiyah Love and Panthers tackle Monroe Freeling, will not play much in the preseason.

Beck, who led the Hurricanes to a national championship matchup, is looking forward to his first NFL game. “I think the last time I was nervous was maybe when I was 8 years old for our city championship in Pop Warner,” Beck said. “It’s a game at the end of the day. It’s an opportunity to go out there, have fun with your teammates and play the game that I love.”

Joint Practices

Joint practices are becoming more common in the NFL, with 28 teams scheduling them this year. The Rams have joint practices with the Cowboys and Saints, while the Lions will not have any joint practices and may play some of their starters in the preseason games.

Original reporting: Texarkana Gazette — read the source article.