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Last updated: July 31, 2026, 11:31 PM ET

Player News and Contract Updates

Saints wide Chris Olave has signed a four-year contract extension that could be worth up to $132 million, with $90 million of that amount guaranteed, according to his agents. Free agent Samuel is returning to the 49ers on a one-year deal that could reach $7 million. Packers tight Tucker Kraft has been activated off the physically unable to perform list, just under nine months after undergoing surgery for a torn ACL in his right knee.

Team and Coaching Developments

Rams coach McVay stated Friday that he does not anticipate defensive tackle Aaron Donald making a decision about coming out of retirement until after the team returns to its facility on August 8. Seahawks wide Tory Horton revealed Friday that he suffered a cracked tibia last season. Bears coach Johnson indicated that his team is motivated to shed the perception of being the "No. 1 regression candidate" for the upcoming season.

Quarterback and Offensive Notes

Quarterback Tua believes the Falcons are holding him out for precautionary reasons and would likely be ready to play if it were a game week. With a banged-up quarterback situation in Atlanta, there are questions about whether Drake London's fantasy performance could be in danger of a "Justin Jefferson-like dud." Cowboys quarterback Prescott stated he will not shy away from discussing the team's ambitious goals for the season, aiming to be the "greatest offense there is."

Running Back and Player Conduct

Giants running Cam Skattebo admitted Friday to sometimes engaging in "dumb things," referencing his recent backflip at Fanatics Fest, and confirmed he has met with coach John Harbaugh. Giants coach Harbaugh and general manager Joe Schoen have communicated with running back Cam Skattebo following his backflip at Fanatics Fest two weeks prior. Travis Hunter ten pounds heavier than during his rookie season but is reportedly faster than ever before.

League and Off-Field News

CBS Sports placed NFL analyst Tony Romo on leave following his arrest last week on suspicion of driving under the influence. Sean Payton be presenting Drew Brees for induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The wife of Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich, Cristina Ulbrich, passed away from cancer on Thursday, the team announced. Palo Alto stated that neither party received preferential treatment following the July 14 crash that seriously injured 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan.

Contract Hold-Ins and Situations

Information is available on the latest regarding Falcons' Bijan Robinson, Lions' Jahmyr Gibbs, Bucs' Vita Vea, and Chargers' Tuli Tuipulotu as they navigate their contract situations. contract situations for Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield and nose tackle Vita Vea have become significant topics of discussion this week. Holdouts can be challenging, and there are notable stories from both sides of the bargaining table regarding NFL camp holdouts and hold-ins.