NFL news, live updates: Fernando Mendoza back in action as Week 2 preseason kicks off Thursday; Vita Vea, Bucs agree to 1-year extension

We’re officially heading into Week 2 of the preseason, with a two-game slate to kick off the next round of games on Thursday night.Former No.

1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza headlines the list of players expected to play Thursday night following a strong opening debut last week against the Cardinals, going 10-of-16 passing for 97 yards and a score with several highlight plays.Beyond the first round of preseason games, injuries have continued to pop up, putting a number of players’ availability for Week 1 in question — if not ruling them out entirely.

The New Orleans Saints are set to be without first-round rookie Jordyn Tyson (hamstring) for about two months and running back Alvin Kamara (knee) for at least a month.

The Los Angeles Chargers also got brutal news earlier this week after starting center Tyler Biadasz went down with a knee injury, out indefinitely after suffering damage to his ACL and additional injuries.NFL preseason schedule: Thursday, Aug.

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