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Last updated: August 1, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

Player Movements and Contract News

DeAndre Hopkins five-time All-Pro wide receiver, has joined Georgia Tech as an assistant wide receivers coach, though he has not yet announced his retirement from playing. The Falcons have signed starting left guard Matthew Bergeron to a four-year extension worth $96 million, with $60 million guaranteed. Wide receiver Olave is set to sign a four-year extension with the Saints that could reach up to $132 million, including $90 million guaranteed. Free agent receiver Deebo Samuel is returning to the 49ers on a one-year deal that could be worth up to $7 million.

Injury Updates and Player Status

Chiefs rookie receiver Cyrus Allen suffered a shin bruise during a special teams drill, and fellow receiver Xavier Worthy also left practice early due to a shoulder injury. San Francisco wide receiver Ricky Pearsall will undergo surgery for a PCL injury sustained last season and is expected to miss the entire year. Packers tight Tucker Kraft has been activated off the physically unable to perform list, less than nine months after undergoing ACL surgery. Seahawks wide Tory Horton indicated that he sustained a cracked tibia during the 2025 season.

Quarterback Confidence and Outlooks

Titans quarterback Will Levis stated that he believes there are not 32 quarterbacks in the NFL better than him. Broncos quarterback Bo Nix confirmed he will not hesitate to scramble this season, even after ankle surgery. Browns quarterback Watson views the upcoming preseason as a "showcase" opportunity after being sidelined for nearly two years due to Achilles surgeries. Tua Tagovailoa the Falcons are holding him out of camp for precautionary reasons and would likely be ready if it were a game week.

Team Motivations and Coaching Changes

Bears cornerback Johnson views the 2026 season as a "contract year" as he approaches a potential new payday. Bears coach Johnson expressed that his team is motivated to avoid being labeled as the "No. 1 regression candidate" for the upcoming season. Sean Payton entering a new phase of his career, having turned over playcalling duties after serving as both head coach and playcaller for two decades.

Other League Notes

Travis Hunter the Jaguars, reports feeling quicker despite being 10 pounds heavier than his rookie season. CBS Sports placed NFL analyst Tony Romo on leave following his recent arrest on suspicion of driving under the influence. Several players Bijan Robinson of the Falcons, Jahmyr Gibbs of the Lions, Vita Vea of the Bucs, and Tuli Tuipulotu of the Chargers, are being tracked for their preseason statuses.