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Last updated: August 8, 2026, 3:17 PM ET

Training Camp Updates and Injuries

Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers is day-to-day after suffering a left quad contusion in training camp practice, avoiding a more serious injury but still a scare. Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has participated in every part of camp and says his rehabbed knee feels "great," though coach Andy Reid indicated he will likely sit out the preseason opener to be cautious. The Raiders disciplined Kirk Cousins and Maxx Crosby by holding them out of practice Saturday after their Friday scuffle. The Eagles will continue to lean into the tush push under new offensive coordinator Sean Mannion, keeping a key weapon in their offense. Seahawks linebacker DeMarcus Lawrence nearly retired after winning the Super Bowl but returned, ready for the "hard part" of a title defense. Colts cornerback Cam Taylor-Britt will serve a one-game suspension without pay in the season opener for violating the league's conduct policy.

Contracts & Transactions

The Titans made Peter Skoronski the highest-paid guard in NFL history with a four-year, $100 million extension, per sources. The Bills locked up right guard O'Cyrus Torrence on a four-year, $78.4 million deal that includes $46 million guaranteed, his agents told Adam Schefter. The Saints added veteran linebacker Deion Jones on a one-year contract, his fourth NFC South team. Cowboys defensive tackle Quinnen Williams, acquired last season, aims to make an even bigger impact in 2026 and hopes to stay in Dallas "for the long haul."

Hall of Fame & Position Battles

In Minnesota, the Vikings' quarterback battle sees Kyler Murray as the favorite over J.J. McCarthy based on latest camp buzz. Bucs running back Bucky Irving sent a message to his doubters entering Year, saying "I've been doubted my whole life." Off the field, new Hall of Famer Roger Craig revealed during his taped acceptance speech on Saturday that he has been diagnosed with vascular dementia. A feature on Russell Wilson asks whether he can play his way out of Hall of Fame consideration after a rough end to his career complicated his candidacy. Ahead of his induction, Larry Fitzgerald’s college career at Pittsburgh is revisited; he redefined the wide receiver position and could have or should have won the Heisman.