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Chris Thompson leads team in receiving on Saturday night.

Thompson caught five passes for 52 yards and rushed twice for one yard as the Redskins fell to the Packers. The passing-down back was basically the lone bright spot for Washington’s first-team offense in the exhibition, and will look to have another good game next week against the Bengals in the regular season dress rehearsal.

8/20/17 - 12:20 PM ET

Rob Kelley struggles in loss to the Packers.

Kelley rushed nine times for nine yards and caught a five-yard pass, as the entire first-team struggled to move the ball until late in the first half. “Fat Rob” didn’t have much help in the way of blocking, but it was still not a good performance as he tries to hold off Samaje Perine for the lead backfield role. He will try to bounce back next week against Cincy.

8/20/17 - 12:18 PM ET

Brandon Bolden carries eight times for 33 yards in Week 2 of the preseason.

Bolden’s long in the exhibition against Houston was of 13 yards. While Bolden can contribute on offense, his special teams ability is likely what will keep him on the team. The Pats could keep upwards of five running backs on their 53-man roster.

8/20/17 - 12:18 PM ET

Patriots give Dion Lewis eight touches in preseason Week 2.

Lewis had seven carries for 34 yards and one reception for nine yards in the exhibition against Houston. Perhaps the Patriots just want to get him work, but it’s probably safe to say he’s well behind James White—who the Patriots seem to be reserving for the regular season. Lewis will probably make the final roster for New England, but it’s no lock given all the depth they have at that position.

8/20/17 - 12:16 PM ET

Perine shows potential in second preseason game.

The rookie had a forgettable preseason debut last week, but he rushed eight times for 45 yards against on Saturday night. He also added a 29-yard reception. Perine did this on a night where Rob Kelley really struggled (nine yards on nine carries), and he will look to get some work with the first-team offense in the regular season tune up next Saturday against the Bengals.

8/20/17 - 12:16 PM ET

Colt McCoy bounces back in second preseason game.

After struggling last week, McCoy was 7/11 for 70 yards and one touchdown in the Redskins’ loss to Green Bay last night. Washington’s backup will likely see limited action next week against Cincinnati.

8/20/17 - 12:14 PM ET

Rex Burkhead shines in preseason debut for New England.

With Mike Gillislee out with a hamstring, Burkhead worked as the clear lead runner for the Pats and took advantage with Tom Brady and the starters. Burkhead carried seven times for 20 yards and added three receptions for 50 yards and a touchdown. The touchdown came on an excellent circle-type route by Burkhead, where he shook the defender and Brady hit Burkhead in the chest and allowed him to run right up the middle of the defense untouched for a 22-yard touchdown. Somehow, Burkhead is currently going undrafted in fantasy leagues, but that’ll change. There aren’t many better late-round targets than him, considering his upside.

8/20/17 - 12:14 PM ET