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Last updated: August 11, 2026, 12:25 PM ET

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Injury Report

Colts general manager Chris Ballard reported that wide receiver Alec Pierce is "in good shape" and making "great progress" after offseason ankle surgery, though the team remains without a firm timeline for his return. Eagles outside linebacker Jonathan Greenard will miss at least another couple of weeks as he recovers from a pectoral injury, according to defensive coordinator Vic Fangio. Lions starting center Cade Mays is expected to miss significant time due to a wrist injury, while running back Isiah Pacheco also suffered a knee injury during practice. Bears receiver Luther Burden III is expected to miss the entire preseason with a groin injury, but the team remains optimistic he will be ready for Week 1 against Carolina. In positive news, Jaxson Dart drew praise at Giants camp for executing a slide after a third-down run, a smart decision given his concussion history last season.

Training Camp Buzz

Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel told De'Von Achane to be ready for a heavy workload, potentially touching the ball more than 40 times in some games. The Giants' training camp under John Harbaugh has prioritized stopping the run, as reported in our daily updates. The Cowboys' revamped defense under new coordinator Christian Parker gets its first test Tuesday in a joint practice with the Rams. ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, Dan Graziano and Field Yates shared intel from 11 more practices, including the 49ers, Bengals, Bills, Browns, Cowboys, Eagles, Jets, Raiders, Ravens, Seahawks and Steelers. The Eagles have fully bought into a new offensive system, starting from scratch on one side of the ball despite being perennial contenders. Quarterback Jared Goff continues to keep the Lions' offense focused and pulling in the same direction, earning praise from coach Dan Campbell for his urgency and guidance. The Giants' experiment in West Virginia—their first summer under Harbaugh—appears to be a success, with players and staff praising the change of scenery.

Roster Moves & Transactions

The Patriots have signed standout tight end Hunter Henry to a two-year extension worth up to $20 million, with $14.5 million guaranteed. Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald confirmed the team’s interest in free agent cornerback Terrion Arnold after meeting with him over the weekend. Cardinals general manager Monti Ossenfort denied any intention of trading linebacker Josh Sweat, despite summer trade rumors. Former NFL quarterback Derek Carr has joined UCLA as a special adviser to coach Bob Chesney. The Lions will pivot to Joshua Dobbs at backup quarterback after Teddy Bridgewater retired again—this time for good, as Bridgewater posted on Instagram that his retirement is "official."

Contract & Team News

The Cardinals will retire Hall of Fame receiver Larry Fitzgerald's No. 11 jersey and induct him into the team's ring of honor this season, two days after his Pro Football Hall of Fame enshrinement. Quinnen Williams' three-year, $105.9 million extension with the Jets reinforces the Cowboys' apparent renewed strategy of locking in their homegrown stars. The Bills have responded to fan complaints about sightlines at the new Highmark Stadium and will address feedback on the design. Multiple former NFL players are pursuing losses—in some cases over $1 million—after the death of a man they say defrauded them, raising new questions. The NFL will allow head coaches to designate a staff member to initiate replay challenges this season.

Superteams & Draft Insights

Bill Barnwell examined whether NFL superteams actually win, focusing on the 2026 Rams—loaded and favored to win the Super Bowl—but noted preseason darlings of the past 35 years have not always met expectations. A superflex mock draft saw quarterbacks taken with the first six picks, causing star backs like Bijan Robinson and Jahmyr Gibbs to fall to picks 7 and.

Fantasy Football

ESPN's Fantasy Football Draft Guide provides rankings and analysis for draft season. With Bears receiver Luther Burden III missing the preseason due to injury, his fantasy draft value becomes a sell-low opportunity—fantasy buzz suggests Burden could be a draft-day steal if he recovers by Week.