Pickett threads tight-window preseason touchdown

The scoring throw covered 6 yards.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 281 min read

Kenny Pickett threads the needle 🪡 Stream on @NFLPlus https://t.co/sDjUyXDR7h Via @NFL on X

What happened: The completion continued a preseason stretch that also featured scoring passes of 15 and 16 yards.

Why it matters: The latest conversion strengthens Pickett's case for a backup role as NFL teams prepare to trim rosters from 90 players to 53.

By the numbers: Pickett's three cited preseason touchdown passes covered 6, 15 and 16 yards.

What to watch: Final roster decisions will determine how his preseason work affects the quarterback depth chart.

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