NFL Football 24 Hours

Last updated: August 2, 2026, 2:30 PM ET

Injury Updates and Roster News

Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee will require season-ending surgery for a torn ACL, according to coach Kellen Moore. San Francisco wide receiver Ricky Pearsall is also expected to undergo surgery for a PCL injury that dates back to last season and will miss the entire year. Kansas City rookie receiver Cyrus Allen suffered a shin bruise during a special teams drill. Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy left practice early due to a shoulder injury.

Quarterback Outlooks and Player Confidence

Broncos quarterback Bo Nix stated he will not hesitate to scramble on his surgically repaired right ankle this season, feeling his best when he is on the move. Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson views the preseason as a "great opportunity" to showcase his abilities after nearly two years sidelined by a pair of Achilles surgeries. Titans quarterback Will Levis, entering his fourth season, expressed confidence in his abilities, believing he is among the top 32 quarterbacks in the league.

Veteran Signings and Retirements

The Detroit Lions are signing former All-Pro linebacker Devin White to a one-year contract. Andrus Peat three-time Pro Bowl guard, has announced his retirement from the NFL after an 11-season career.

Team Dynamics and Coaching Strategies

HBO's "Hard featuring the Seattle Seahawks is set to debut Tuesday, with potential storylines including shadowboxing, Leonard Williams' hobbies, and Devon Witherspoon's contract. Deebo Samuel that his return to the San Francisco 49ers, after requesting a trade last offseason, feels like a natural reunion. New York coach Aaron Glenn is focusing on improvement in his second season rather than immediate Super Bowl aspirations. The New England Patriots are facing a crowded wide receiver room with seven players competing for opportunities. Five-time All-Pro receiver DeAndre Hopkins has joined Georgia Tech as an assistant wide receivers coach, though he has not yet retired as a player. Sean Payton adjusting his game-day approach for the Broncos, having relinquished playcalling duties for the first time in two decades. Bears cornerback Johnson views the 2026 season as a crucial contract year.

Contract Extensions and Off-Field Generosity

The Atlanta Falcons have signed starting left guard Matthew Bergeron to a four-year contract extension worth $96 million, including $60 million guaranteed. Bills safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson paid off $20,000 of a graduate student's student loans who works with the team's training staff.