NFL Football 24 Hours

Last updated: August 3, 2026, 5:31 AM ET

NFL Player News and Transactions

The NFL landscape saw several significant player movements and announcements over the past 24 hours. Jadeveon Clowney is returning to the Houston Texans, the team that originally selected him as the No. 1 overall pick in the 2014 NFL Draft. Devin White former All-Pro linebacker, is heading to the Detroit Lions on a one-year contract, the team confirmed Saturday. Safety Chauncey of the Buffalo Bills gifted a graduate student working with the team's training staff $20,000 for student loans during a Twitch stream Thursday.

The New Orleans Saints have been impacted by significant roster news. Wide receiver Polk has been placed on the reserve/retired list, the team announced Sunday. Additionally, defensive tackle Bryan Bresee will undergo season-ending surgery to repair a torn ACL, as confirmed by coach Kellen Moore on Sunday. In other retirement news, three-time Pro Bowl guard Andrus Peat has announced his retirement from the NFL after an 11-season career.

Several players are dealing with injuries or returning from them. Los Angeles defensive end Myles Garrett missed practice for the third consecutive day due to "a little soreness in his lower half," according to coach Sean McVay on Sunday. San Francisco wide receiver Ricky Pearsall is expected to undergo surgery for a nagging PCL injury that dates back to last season and will miss the remainder of the year, as general manager John Lynch informed reporters. Kansas City Chiefs rookie wide receiver Cyrus Allen sustained a shin bruise during a special teams drill, and fellow receiver Xavier Worthy also left the field early with a shoulder injury.

Quarterbacks are also making headlines regarding their health and outlook. Broncos quarterback Nix stated he will not hesitate to scramble on his surgically repaired right ankle this season, feeling he is at his best when on the move. Browns quarterback Watson views the upcoming preseason as a "great opportunity" to showcase his abilities after being sidelined for nearly two years due to a pair of Achilles surgeries. Titans quarterback Levis, entering his fourth season, expressed confidence in his abilities, believing he is "a dang good quarterback" in the league.

Team and League Updates

The Green Bay Packers have a name change within their offensive line, as right tackle Zach Tom revealed Sunday he has changed his name to Zach Bako-Bewele to honor his heritage. The anniversary of Korey Stringer's death on Aug. 1 marked the positive developments that have emerged from the tragic event, including the establishment of the Korey Stringer Institute. A judge issued a clarification to an NCAA eligibility order on Sunday, specifying that it does not extend to all athletes whose eligibility expired last school year. The debut of HBO's "Hard Knocks" featuring the Seattle Seahawks is scheduled for Tuesday, with expectations including insights into player routines and contract situations.

The New York Jets are focusing on improvement in their second year under coach Aaron Glenn, rather than immediate Super Bowl aspirations. The New England Patriots are facing a crowded wide receiver room, with questions arising about which of the seven receivers are receiving the most practice reps and potential roster decisions. Deebo Samuel expressed his contentment about being back with the 49ers, stating that his return to San Francisco felt like "just a matter of time" after his departure last offseason.