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NFL·RECAP·August 22, 2026 12:50 PM ET

Avonte Maddox shuts down screen in preseason action

The stop adds a positive evaluation rep before cutdowns.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 221 min read
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Avonte Maddox sniffs out the screen 😤 Stream on @NFLPlus https://t.co/GyJPDexJKP

What happened: Avonte Maddox diagnosed the screen and stopped the play before it developed.

Why it matters: The rep offers another measure of his readiness as roster decisions approach.

What to watch: His usage through the remainder of the preseason bears watching.

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