 During the 2 game preseason, Bethel-Thompson started at quarterback in one game, and completed 5 passes out of 13 attempts, throwing for 78 yards, and rushing for 1 yard for a first down on a quarterback sneak.In an unusual use of a quarterback, he also played as a defensive back in the first preseason game, and on special teams in the second.Bethel-Thompson recorded 2 tackles and an interception on defense, plus 2 special teams tackles on kickoffs.