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Last updated: August 9, 2026, 12:15 PM ET

Hall of Fame Weekend

Drew Brees, the NFL’s all-time leader in passing yards (80,358) and completions (7,142), was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Saturday alongside wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald and linebacker Luke Kuechly. Fitzgerald finished his career second in receptions and receiving yards, while Kuechly was the 2013 Defensive Player of the Year with seven Pro Bowls. Kicker Adam Vinatieri kept the crowd laughing with jabs at Bill Belichick, Peyton Manning and Tom Brady, while also celebrating his record 2,673 career points and four Super Bowl rings. Former 49ers running back Roger Craig – the first player with a 1,000‑yard rushing and 1,000‑yard receiving season – revealed in his taped acceptance speech that he has been diagnosed with vascular dementia. A closer look at Larry Fitzgerald’s college career at Pittsburgh shows how his 161 catches for 2,677 yards and 31 touchdowns in just two seasons redefined the wide receiver position and should have won him the Heisman Trophy.

Injury Reports

Commanders left tackle Laremy Tunsil suffered a torn triceps during a practice drill and will likely need surgery, a source told NFL Network, sidelining him for a significant portion of the regular season. Bears first‑round pick Luther Burden III left practice Saturday with a lower‑body injury after tangling with cornerback Tyrique Stevenson on a contested catch. Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers is day‑to‑day after sustaining a left quad contusion in practice, avoiding a more serious issue. The Panthers signed Kyle Trask as their third quarterback after undrafted rookie Haynes King, who starred in the Hall of Fame game with a game‑winning touchdown pass, was diagnosed with a hamstring injury that will cost him playing time. Kyle Shanahan is nearing full recovery from the car crash last month that injured his ribs and shoulder, and he plans to coach the 49ers’ preseason opener against the Titans. Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, who underwent knee surgery in January, said his knee feels “great” during camp and he sometimes doesn’t even think about it. The Raiders held out quarterback Kirk Cousins and defensive end Maxx Crosby from Saturday’s practice as a disciplinary measure after their fight on Friday.

Contracts & Extensions

The Titans locked up a cornerstone of their offensive line, signing guard Peter Skoronski to a four‑year, $100 million extension. The deal makes the 2023 first‑round pick the highest‑paid guard in NFL history, rewarding his consistent play since entering the league.

Training Camp Highlights

New Rams cornerback McDuffie is locking horns with wide receivers Davante Adams and Puka Nacua in daily one‑on‑one drills, creating what coaches call an “iron sharpens iron” environment that bodes well for the season. For fans eager to watch, the full NFL preseason schedule on NFL Network and ESPN is now available, with Week 1 kicking off this week.

Analysis & Projections

Bill Barnwell’s roster‑by‑roster examination identifies active players on a Hall of Fame track, naming 17 who could retire today and still earn enshrinement in Canton – including obvious candidates such as Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce. Russell Wilson’s Hall of Fame case is more complicated: after a brilliant first 10 seasons with the Seahawks that included a Super Bowl win and nine Pro Bowls, his final years in Denver and Pittsburgh have diminished his statistical legacy, raising the question of whether a player can play his way out of Canton. For fantasy owners, Matt Bowen and Tristan Cockcroft break down 10 sleepers who have the skills but lack opportunity, highlighting players like running back Jaylen Wright and wide receiver Jalin Hyatt as potential breakout candidates if given the chance.