The Washington Commanders opened the preseason with a disappointing 48-18 loss to the New England Patriots on Friday. Of course, Washington sat 30 players, almost all of its starters, including quarterback Jayden Daniels and backup QB Marcus Mariota.

Watch the Washington Commanders vs. New England Patriots highlights during Preseason Week 1. Chicago Bears' wide receiver Maurice Alexander runs his route along the back of the end zone and leaps to catch a floated pass from quarterback Tyson Bagent before tapping his feet in bounds to score the Bears' first touchdown of the 2025 NFL preseason.

Commanders coach Dan Quinn took a cautious approach Friday, resting 30 players — including his projected starters and several veterans.