NFL Football 24 Hours

Last updated: August 9, 2026, 3:16 PM ET

Hall of Fame Induction & Legacy

The Pro Football Hall of Fame welcomed its 2026 class on Saturday, with Drew Brees, Larry Fitzgerald and Luke Kuechly among the inductees. In his acceptance speech, Adam Vinatieri drew laughs by joking about Bill Belichick, Peyton Manning and Tom Brady. New Hall of Famer Roger Craig revealed during his taped speech that he has been diagnosed with vascular dementia. Ahead of his induction, a deep dive into Fitzgerald's college career at Pitt showed a talent who could have won the Heisman. Bill Barnwell also took a roster-by-roster look at future Hall of Famers currently on NFL teams, while a separate analysis questioned whether Russell Wilson still has a path to Canton after a rough end to his career.

Injuries & Roster Shuffles

A wave of injuries struck several camps. Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III suffered a groin injury in Saturday's practice, a source told NFL Network, and is expected to miss a little time. Earlier that day, Burden left practice early after appearing to injure his lower body while tangling with cornerback Tyrique Stevenson. Saints guard Dillon Radunz is out for the season with a torn ACL. Washington Commanders left tackle Laremy Tunsil suffered a torn triceps in practice, will likely need surgery and is expected to miss a significant portion of the regular season. The Panthers signed Kyle Trask as their third quarterback after Hall of Fame game hero Haynes King suffered a hamstring injury. Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers is day-to-day with a left quad contusion after a scare in practice. Quarterback Teddy Bridgewater is stepping away from the Detroit Lions and retiring from the NFL again, per coach Dan Campbell.

Contract Extension & Financial News

The Tennessee Titans made a major investment in their offensive line, signing guard Peter Skoronski to a four-year, $100 million extension that makes him the highest-paid guard in NFL history, sources told NFL Network.

Camp Updates, Scuffles & Comebacks

The Raiders disciplined Kirk Cousins and Maxx Crosby by holding them out of practice Saturday after the two players scuffled on Friday. Meanwhile, 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan plans to coach the preseason opener against the Titans as he recovers from a car crash last month. Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes tested his rehabbed knee in camp and said it feels "great," adding that he sometimes doesn't even think about it. In Los Angeles, new cornerback McDuffie is elevating the Rams' wide receivers with intense back-and-forth battles that hint at a promising season.

Fantasy Football & Preseason Viewing

For fantasy managers, Matt Bowen and Tristan H. Cockcroft identified 10 players who have the skills but need an opportunity to become breakout picks. As the NFL season nears, fans can find the full preseason schedule and how to watch on NFL Network and ESPN.