Falcons vs. Jets Live Tracker: Week 1 Preseason

Get up-to-the-minute updates from tonight’s preseason Week 1 matchup between the Atlanta Falcons and New York Jets.

After months of no football, preseason action is in full swing. Tonight, the New York Jets begin their preseason schedule with a home game against the Atlanta Falcons. Jets fans in attendance will see a lot of action featuring players fighting for final roster spots.

Of course, all eyes will be on the quarterbacks playing tonight. Head coach Todd Bowles hasn’t revealed how he’ll divide up reps tonight but it’s expected that Teddy Bridgewater and rookie Sam Darnold will see a lot of reps tonight.

For Darnold, it’s all about making the most of preseason action to make his case that he could potentially start for the Jets this upcoming season. If he performs well enough, it might entice the Jets to consider trading Bridgewater sooner than expected. Speaking of which, Bridgewater could also make his case to be the starter under center for the Jets if he also does well from here on out. For now, however, veteran quarterback Josh McCown is on top of the depth chart and the man to beat for both young competitors.

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Besides the quarterback situation of the Jets, it will be very interesting to see how the Jets defense performs tonight. Ideally, their defensive secondary figures to be the strength of the defense but what still remains as a big question mark is how their overall pass rush will be. Will someone step up on the Jets defensive line that can take down or at least pressure opposing quarterbacks besides the Big Cat?

Defensive end Leonard Williams will need all the help he can get as he can’t do it alone. Keep an eye on rookie defensive end Nathan Shepherd who has been the talk of Jets training camp so far as he makes his case to be the starter alongside Williams.

Below you’ll find our live tracker for tonight’s Falcons vs. Jets game. We here at The Jet Press will only post tweets/updates from official, verified, and legitimate sources so don’t worry about anything bogus or fake being updated below. We also encourage our readers to please follow us on Twitter and Facebook as we’ll be posting updates there as well. Please make sure to refresh this live tracker often as we hope you enjoy the game, Jets Nation!

Last Update: 8/10/2018 @ 10:34 p.m. Eastern Time

It doesn't count. But it matters. #1T1G pic.twitter.com/VIHlMPE2Hq

— New York Jets (@nyjets) August 11, 2018

You just witnessed history: It was the Jets' first home shutout win in their preseason history. Should I save the stat sheet as a keepsake? PS. Why did Dan Quinn even try that last-second FG? #Jets

— Rich Cimini (@RichCimini) August 11, 2018

Add one to the takeaway column. #ATLvsNYJ pic.twitter.com/L1bN3aLbCt

— New York Jets (@nyjets) August 11, 2018

Backup inside linebacker Neville Hewitt with an interception. He and Kevin Minter were the second-stringers at inside linebacker tonight, as expected.

— Darryl Slater (@DarrylSlater) August 11, 2018

Jets DL Mike Pennel and LB Dylan Donahue have 2nd-half sacks. Four mins to go to that elusive PS shutout…

— Randy Lange (@rlangejets) August 11, 2018

Trenton Cannon just dropped another punt. He recovered this one too, but still …

— Ralph Vacchiano (@RVacchianoSNY) August 11, 2018

Jets have had only 3 preseason shutouts all-time & have never had a home PS shutout. Falcons drive to Jets 5 but on 4th-&-2 fade incompletion by rookie QB Kurt Benkert, CB Derrick Jones in coverage, the blanking bid is still alive.

— Randy Lange (@rlangejets) August 11, 2018

To the home stretch. #ATLvsNYJ pic.twitter.com/OGD06aujsp

— New York Jets (@nyjets) August 11, 2018

TE Neal Sterling (ankle) is doubtful to return. #ATLvsNYJ

— New York Jets (@nyjets) August 11, 2018

Sam Darnold, ladies and gentlemen.

That’s it. I mean. Wow.

Takes snap. Looks left. Not there. Steps up in pocket, runs across line to buy time, directs his receiver to the sideline, delivers a strike for a touchdown.

Rookies. Don’t. Do. That. #Jets

— Connor Hughes (@Connor_J_Hughes) August 11, 2018

Sam Darnold has a glove on his left hand now. Got stepped on in the first half #nyj

— Brian Costello (@BrianCoz) August 11, 2018

Sam Darnold remains in the game at QB to start the 2nd half. #ATLvsNYJ

— New York Jets (@nyjets) August 11, 2018

Terrible fumble on that punt return by RB Trenton Cannon. Jets recover at their own 5. … But don't worry. Sam Darnold has them right where he wants them.

— Ralph Vacchiano (@RVacchianoSNY) August 11, 2018

That Darnold drive's got @nyjets fans like… ??? #ATLvsNYJ

?: @nflnetwork pic.twitter.com/KeosPuzwzG

— NFL (@NFL) August 11, 2018

At the half: @teddyb_h2o: 7/8, 85 yds, 1 TDSam Darnold: 9/11, 74 yds, 1 TD#ATLvsNYJ pic.twitter.com/pSdXHwbore

— New York Jets (@nyjets) August 11, 2018

First one under your belt, kid. #ATLvsNYJ pic.twitter.com/fk7v05Ni2A

— New York Jets (@nyjets) August 11, 2018

Sam Darnold's 1st pro TD pass: 14 yds to WR Charles Johnson, 46 secs left in 1st half. Last time Jets scored TD in final 2 mins of 1st half of PS game: 2016 PS opener vs JAX, Geno Smith 17-yd pass to WR Charone Peake w/ 22 secs to play.

— Randy Lange (@rlangejets) August 11, 2018

SAM.@MrInkredibleXII.

TOUCHDOWN. #ATLvsNYJ pic.twitter.com/hrFi0EpmgH

— New York Jets (@nyjets) August 11, 2018

Charles Johnson catches a 3-yard TD pass – but is called for offensive pass interference. #Jets

— Dennis Waszak Jr. (@DWAZ73) August 11, 2018

Doc checked out Darnold for possible finger injury on left hand. Looks like he got "spiked" on 5-yard run/slide. Appears OK. #Jets

— Rich Cimini (@RichCimini) August 11, 2018

Trainers just left Darnold. Don't see any bandages or anything. #Jets QB looked down at his hand a few times, but doesn't appear to be anything serious.

— Dennis Waszak Jr. (@DWAZ73) August 11, 2018

It looks like maybe Darnold has a cut or something on his hand. Does not look serious. He is talking to Bates while trainers work on the hand #nyj

— Brian Costello (@BrianCoz) August 11, 2018

Sam Darnold misses Charles Johnson along the sideline with a deep ball. Coverage was tight, but ball sailed high. Jets punt. OK enough first drive for Darnold.

— Darryl Slater (@DarrylSlater) August 11, 2018

Sam Darnold ➡️ Neal Sterling ➡️ 1st Down #ATLvsNYJ pic.twitter.com/Zf330pvgZJ

— New York Jets (@nyjets) August 11, 2018

Sterling open again. Darnold not phased by pressure coming off the edge. McCown very animated and excited for that conversion.

— Sam Neumann (@SamNeu_) August 11, 2018

Sam Darnold's 1st 2 Jets passes: swing pass to fellow rookie Trenton Cannon for no gain, then completion under duress to TE Neal Sterling for 8 yds and Sam's first first down w/ Green & White.

— Randy Lange (@rlangejets) August 11, 2018

The Sam Darnold Era has begun … and with a standing ovation from the crowd.

— Ralph Vacchiano (@RVacchianoSNY) August 11, 2018

Sam Darnold has entered the game at QB. #ATLvsNYJ pic.twitter.com/VLcl5aSdNY

— New York Jets (@nyjets) August 11, 2018

Teddy Bridgewater: two series, 10 points, 7-for-8, 85 yards, 1 TD pass. He looks smooth in the pocket. This makes things interesting at QB, doesn't it? #Jets

— Rich Cimini (@RichCimini) August 11, 2018

Bertolet is good from 45, it's 10-0 at MetLife. @ATLvsNYJ https://t.co/vr8Uk5w0yP

— Eric Allen (@eallenjets) August 11, 2018

Rookie RB Trenton Cannon is continuing to impress. He's showing an ability to find the holes and make defenders miss, in addition to his speed. He has 3 carries for 18 yards so far. With Crowell out, Elijah McGuire not playing and Bilal Powell probably done, he'll play a lot.

— Ralph Vacchiano (@RVacchianoSNY) August 11, 2018

Jamal Adams is doing push-ups on the sideline after that Ijalana penalty. #nyj

— Brian Costello (@BrianCoz) August 11, 2018

CB Buster Skrine (shoulder) is probable to return.

RB Isaiah Crowell is being evaluated for a head injury. #ATLvsNYJ

— New York Jets (@nyjets) August 11, 2018

Jets CB Buster Skrine is probable to return with a shoulder injury, according to the Jets. … RB Isaiah Crowell is being evaluated for a possible concussion.

— Ralph Vacchiano (@RVacchianoSNY) August 11, 2018

Crowell is being evaluated for a concussion, according to CBS. Skrine has a shoulder injury but is probable (even though he won't be back in there tonight) #nyj

— Brian Costello (@BrianCoz) August 11, 2018

For those interested in stats: That was Teddy Bridgewater's first TD pass since Aug. 28, 2016 in a preseason game for the Vikings against the Chargers, per @ESPNStatsInfo. #Jets

— Rich Cimini (@RichCimini) August 11, 2018

First game, first lead. #ATLvsNYJ pic.twitter.com/j8ZyxJqYUi

— New York Jets (@nyjets) August 11, 2018

Skrine is staying on the sideline, so that's a good sign #nyj

— Brian Costello (@BrianCoz) August 11, 2018

The backup O line checks in #nyj

— Brian Costello (@BrianCoz) August 11, 2018

Looks like Skrine is being evaluated for a concussion. I saw the concussion specialist consulting with the Jets docs #nyj

— Brian Costello (@BrianCoz) August 11, 2018

So Xavier Coleman in at nickel corner for the #Jets. #ATLvsNYJ

— Eric Allen (@eallenjets) August 11, 2018

That big giant man in green you see making play after play is Nathan Sheperd aka Canadian Thanos and this is what training camp has looked like #Jets

— Chris Nimbley (@Cnimbley) August 11, 2018

If you're not watching on @CBSNewYork or @nflnetwork, we have another viewing option for you:

? https://t.co/ukr9AZP735 ?#ATLvsNYJ pic.twitter.com/TY5f6TiuPK

— New York Jets (@nyjets) August 11, 2018

Buster Skrine going right to the medical tent for evaluation. Tough shot. Remember Parry Nickerson (hammy) is not in the lineup tonight. #ATLvsNYJ

— Eric Allen (@eallenjets) August 11, 2018

Crowell heading to the locker room after apparent head injury. Big collision at goal line on his TD play. #Jets

— Rich Cimini (@RichCimini) August 11, 2018

There's the first "helmet" penalty, and it could be costly. Skrine flagged for lowering head to initiate contact on a kickoff tackle. Personal foul. Now Skrine being evaluated by doc on sideline. #Jets

— Rich Cimini (@RichCimini) August 11, 2018

Jets CB Buster Skrine just drew a 15-yard penalty under the NFL's new helmet rule. It hurt, too. He's now being looked at by doctors on the sideline.

— Ralph Vacchiano (@RVacchianoSNY) August 11, 2018

Buster Skrine gets the penalty and now is being examined by the doctors #nyj

— Brian Costello (@BrianCoz) August 11, 2018

Crow's got a nose for the end zone. #ATLvsNYJ pic.twitter.com/fdbySZys4U

— New York Jets (@nyjets) August 10, 2018

Taylor Bertolet is handling the kicking duties with Cairo Santos out. Bowles said Santos has some tightness in his leg. #nyj

— Brian Costello (@BrianCoz) August 10, 2018

Teddy Bridgewater to Isaiah Crowell for 16-yd TD, game's first score. Bridgewater's first TD pass, TD drive since Aug. 28, 2016 vs Chargers in Vikings' 3rd preseason game. Way to go, Teddy.

— Randy Lange (@rlangejets) August 10, 2018

On the board first.@IsaiahCrowell34 for 6! #ATLvsNYJ pic.twitter.com/UJ6JKNG3w3

— New York Jets (@nyjets) August 10, 2018

Touchdown! A little dump-off from Teddy Bridgewater to RB Isaiah Crowell for 16 yards and a 7-0 Jets lead.

— Ralph Vacchiano (@RVacchianoSNY) August 10, 2018

WR Tre McBride getting some run with the first team. Having a solid camp. #Jets

— Rich Cimini (@RichCimini) August 10, 2018

4th & 3, #Jets go for it – and Bridgewater connects with a reaching Jermaine Kearse for a 1st down.

— Dennis Waszak Jr. (@DWAZ73) August 10, 2018

Jets already showing their new running game — the outside zone. It'll be a staple under new OC Jeremy Bates. #Jets

— Rich Cimini (@RichCimini) August 10, 2018

The rest of the offense remains the same except the QB

— Brian Costello (@BrianCoz) August 10, 2018

Teddy Bridgewater has entered the game at QB. #ATLvsNYJ pic.twitter.com/6VyKKpOSeZ

— New York Jets (@nyjets) August 10, 2018

It looks like Teddy Bridgewater will take over at QB now #nyj

— Brian Costello (@BrianCoz) August 10, 2018

Starting defense for Jets: Williams, Pennel, Shepherd, Lee, Williamson, Jenkins, Copeland, Adams, Middleton, Claiborne and Johnson. #Jets

— Rich Cimini (@RichCimini) August 10, 2018

Brent Qvale started at LT for the Jets in place of Kelvin Beachum. … Add WR Quincy Enunwa and DT Steve McLendon to the list of Jets not playing tonight.

— Ralph Vacchiano (@RVacchianoSNY) August 10, 2018

Brandon Copeland starts at OLB opposite Jordan Jenkins #nyj

— Brian Costello (@BrianCoz) August 10, 2018

Doug Middleton starting at safety. Looks like no Marcus Maye #nyj

— Brian Costello (@BrianCoz) August 10, 2018

Terrelle Pryor has a baseball hat on. Does not look like he will play tonight. Jets are easing him in #nyj

— Brian Costello (@BrianCoz) August 10, 2018

Neal Sterling and Eric Tomlinson in there early at TE #nyj

— Brian Costello (@BrianCoz) August 10, 2018

Josh McCown gets the starting nod at QB for the Jets. McCown's only drive at QB in the first 3 games was the opening drive of Game 1 vs Tennessee. Result was 4-yd TD pass to WR Charone Peake.

— Randy Lange (@rlangejets) August 10, 2018

https://twitter.com/nyjets/status/1028062637916135424

Falcons win toss, defer. McCown ball #nyj

— Brian Costello (@BrianCoz) August 10, 2018

Captains: Kearse, Leoanrd Williams, Adams, McCown, Josh Martin #nyj

— Brian Costello (@BrianCoz) August 10, 2018

2018 campaign starts now. #ATLvsNYJ pic.twitter.com/d1SH258sJp

— New York Jets (@nyjets) August 10, 2018

Steve McLendon and Kelvin Beachum not playing tonight #nyj

— Brian Costello (@BrianCoz) August 10, 2018

It starts now. #1T1G pic.twitter.com/smZ2K6TO4t

— New York Jets (@nyjets) August 10, 2018

What’s up, @Trujohnson2? #ATLvsNYJ pic.twitter.com/yFNuAlChMB

— New York Jets (@nyjets) August 10, 2018

Doesn't appear that LB Lorenzo Mauldin, DT Deon Simon, rookie CB Parry Nickerson will play (as expected). RB Elijah McGuire, LT Kelvin Beachum and S Rontez Miles already previously ruled out. #Jets

— Dennis Waszak Jr. (@DWAZ73) August 10, 2018

Gio in the ?! #GioStrong ? pic.twitter.com/UZejc5Exwr

— New York Jets (@nyjets) August 10, 2018

Make plays. #ATLvsNYJ pic.twitter.com/fHhVWlUMAS

— New York Jets (@nyjets) August 10, 2018

Pregame stretch. #Falcons #Jets pic.twitter.com/iH7YBGP4lL

— Dennis Waszak Jr. (@DWAZ73) August 10, 2018

???#ATLvsNYJ pic.twitter.com/pHOPBOlEW9

— New York Jets (@nyjets) August 10, 2018

My preseason shot in the dark at #Jets’ Week 1 roster.– Kept Robby Anderson off since he’s facing possible suspension. – Tough final cuts: J.J. Wilcox, Tre McBride, Neville Hewitt, Frankie Luvu, Neal Sterling, Jordan Leggett pic.twitter.com/vxOSGCadGT

— Dennis Waszak Jr. (@DWAZ73) August 10, 2018

New Jack City?#ATLvsNYJ pic.twitter.com/OT7uxjBrDT

— New York Jets (@nyjets) August 10, 2018

Not expected to play for the Jets tonight:

RB Eli McGuireS Rontez MilesT Kelvin Beachum

— Ralph Vacchiano (@RVacchianoSNY) August 10, 2018

Pregame warmups for #ATLvsNYJ. https://t.co/4HttVNgfXw

— New York Jets (@nyjets) August 10, 2018

Tonight's signal-callers. #ATLvsNYJ pic.twitter.com/pcMl0NR28q

— New York Jets (@nyjets) August 10, 2018

So, before the preseason begins, here is how I would put the chances on each QB starting Week 1: Josh McCown – 50 percentSam Darnold – 40 percentTeddy Bridgewater – 10 percent

— Brian Costello (@BrianCoz) August 10, 2018

Among the #Jets not expected to play tonight:

RB Eli McGuireS Rontez MilesT Kelvin Beachum #ATLvsNYJ https://t.co/8bp0wRtFDc

— New York Jets (@nyjets) August 10, 2018

All the info you need for tonight is in our #ATLvsNYJ gameday guide

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— New York Jets (@nyjets) August 10, 2018