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NFL·INJURY·August 22, 2026 11:59 PM ET

Morton doubles as punter in preseason game

Baringer felt off after his first two attempts.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 231 min read
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Mike Vrabel says punter Bryce Baringer wasn’t feeling great after his first two punts, and that is what led to QB Behren Via @MikeReiss on X

What happened: Mike Vrabel said Behren Morton handled the job for the remainder of the game. Morton had asked about the proper punting alignment before taking over.

Why it matters: Bryce Baringer entered camp without competition at punter, making an emergency backup relevant for the upcoming season. Morton's ability to

By the numbers: Morton was told to align 15 yards behind the snapper.

What to watch: Watch for an update on how Baringer is feeling and whether Morton remains the emergency option.

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