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Last updated: June 2, 2026, 8:50 PM ET

Contract Extensions and Salary Movements

The Falcons secured their star wide receiver by reaching a $141M extension with Drake London, a four-year agreement that places him among the NFL's highest-paid pass-catchers. Across the league, contract activity continued with the Steelers locking up Nick Herbig on a four-year, $100 million deal featuring $42 million guaranteed, while the Broncos gave Pat Surtain II a $5 million raise through a reworked contract. On the West Coast, Seattle extended Derick Hall's deal with a three-year, $42 million agreement through the 2029 season including $21 million guaranteed, as teams continue investing in defensive talent before the season begins in 100 days.

Myles Garrett Trade

The Rams made a significant move by acquiring Myles Garrett in a deal coach Sean McVay compared to the transaction that brought Matthew Stafford to Los Angeles. Cleveland's general manager Andrew Berry confirmed the terms of the trade, stating he only seriously considered dealing Garrett once the Rams included edge rusher Jared Verse in the package. The blockbuster transaction comes as Seattle prepares their improved offensive line to potentially face Garrett when NFC West play resumes, while analysts break down the seven key questions surrounding the trade's impact on competitive balance and franchise futures.

A.J. Brown's Move to Patriots

Star wideout A.J. Brown expressed his elation about finally joining the Patriots, saying he feels "close to heaven" after his first day in New England, a move he's long desired. In Philadelphia, Brown's former teammates showed mixed reactions to his departure, ranging from a sense of loss to relief that the prolonged saga is now resolved. The move has sparked debate about whether New England has finally secured their true WR1 and how Brown will fit into their offensive scheme, while questions remain about how the Eagles will replace his production in their passing attack.

Training Camp and Team Updates

NFL teams are getting their mandatory minicamps underway, with the Steelers and Dolphins beginning organized team activities as the regular season approaches. At Pittsburgh, linebacker Nick Herbig and cornerback Joey Porter Jr. attended the mandatory minicamp but skipped individual drills while awaiting contract extensions in the final year of their rookie deals. The Texans received concerning news as linebacker E.J. Speed injured a quad during team workouts and will be out indefinitely, a significant setback for a player who signed a two-year deal worth up to $13 million in the offseason.

Player Comments and Expectations

Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert is working with new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel to overhaul his footwork in an effort to speed up his release time as training camps get underway. In Cincinnati, Ja'Marr Chase noted improved defensive additions have raised expectations for the team's success in 2026, while analysts break down the Bills' WR room to determine which receiver might perform better in fantasy football despite one having the bigger name. As the 2026 fantasy football season approaches, resources for enthusiasts are becoming available with downloadable cheat sheets to help prepare for drafts.

League News and Updates

With 100 days remaining until the NFL season begins, analysts begin their way-too-early look at the upcoming campaign, featuring bold predictions, fantasy sleepers, and injury buzz across the league. Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin Jr. revealed he learned of Mike Evans' signing with the 49ers on social media, initially thinking it was AI-generated content until quarterback Baker Mayfield confirmed the news. Cleveland's coach Todd Monken commented on the potential of drafting Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby in the NFL's supplemental draft, calling it a "slippery slope" if he's ruled ineligible to play college football. The Cardinals' quarterback, on his sixth