Caldwell escapes pressure, scrambles for first down

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 281 min read

Matthew Caldwell escapes the pressure and picks up the first down! Stream on @NFLPlus https://t.co/f4ulef8MZ7 Via @NFL on X

What happened: Matthew Caldwell broke free from pressure on a quarterback scramble. He reached the line to gain and extended the possession.

Why it matters: The conversion added an off-script play to Caldwell’s preseason evaluation as roster decisions approach.

What to watch: Final roster decisions will determine Caldwell’s status for the 2026 season.

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