Volume 1 of Notes and Updates as it pertains to Week 1 of the 2013 NFL Preseason is below:
- After missing two games with an undisclosed injury to his knee, Miami Dolphins Wide Receiver Rishard Matthews has returned to practice, running a vertical route and making a fantastic catch down the sideline on a Ryan Tannehill pass; it was described as the play of the day.
- Atlanta Falcons Cornerback Desmond Trufant had a nice start to his career, playing well in his NFL debut. As quoted from Atlanta Falcons Head Coach Mike Smith, “I was impressed with the way that they [Desmond Trufant / Robert Alford] handled it, not only their production on the field but their grade sheet when we graded it on Friday.”
- Detroit Lions Defensive End Ezekiel Ansah caught his first NFL touchdown, with an interception and return for a touchdown; unfortunately for New York Jets fans, it was a pass from QB Mark Sanchez.
- Minnesota Vikings WR Cordarrelle Patterson demonstrated his elite skills in the return right off the bat, with a 50 yard return on the opening kickoff. Despite less than ideal route running skills, he was also able to produce in the passing game with 4 receptions for 54 yards
More to follow on Week 1 of the 2013 NFL Preseason later in the week.