Kyle McCord threads tight-window pass to Will Sheppard

The connection came in the second preseason game.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 221 min read

Kyle McCord threads the needle to Will Sheppard 🪡 GBvsDEN on @nflnetwork Stream on @NFLPlus https://t.co/MwIrm3X9la Via @NFL on X

What happened: The completion came during Friday night's matchup at Empower Field at Mile High. The game aired nationally on NFL Network and NFL+.

Why it matters: The play gave both players another evaluation rep before final roster cuts. It followed Sheppard's earlier preseason touchdown.

What to watch: Final roster decisions are the next checkpoint for McCord and Sheppard.

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