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NFL·PREVIEW·August 21, 2026 11:48 AM ET

Raridon's 2018 Altima closes in on 100,000 miles

The rookie tight end has not missed any of 20 practices

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 211 min read
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Rookie TE Eli Raridon: Still driving the 2018 Nissan Altima — approaching 100,000 miles on odometer. (P.S. - Raridon ha Via @MikeReiss on X

What happened: Raridon is among the backups expected to see extensive action Saturday night. He arrived with the No. 95 pick in April.

Why it matters: The workload gives Raridon another preseason opportunity to press for rotation snaps. Roster decisions loom as the preseason enters its final week.

By the numbers: Raridon has one reception for 8 yards through one 2026 preseason game.

What to watch: His snap count and usage will be worth tracking Saturday at 7 p.m. ET.

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