NFL Football 3 Days

Last updated: May 22, 2026, 8:51 PM ET

Injuries & Camp Updates

The Giants absorbed a pair of major blows during Thursday's OTA workouts as defensive lineman Roy Robertson-Harris tore his Achilles and is expected to miss the entire 2026 season, while coach John Harbaugh said star wide receiver Malik Nabers is dealing with a knee injury that is "not simple" and the team remains unsure when he will return. The double setback puts New York's depth chart under immediate pressure as they head into training camp, with the defense already thin at the line of scrimmage and the offense reliant on Nabers as the most dynamic weapon in the passing game. Across the league, Eagles linebacker Nolan Smith Jr. was arrested Friday on charges of speeding and reckless driving in Georgia after his car was clocked at 135 mph, giving Philadelphia another off-field headache heading into the preseason. Meanwhile, Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. is now a limited participant in practice following ACL surgery in November and says his goal remains being ready for Week, while Titans quarterback Cam Ward has shed nearly 10 pounds this offseason by tightening his diet, a change he credits with improving his mobility in the pocket.

Contract Extensions & Roster Moves

The Lions locked up All-Pro linebacker Jack Campbell with a four-year, $81 million deal that includes $51.5 million guaranteed, keeping the 2025 defensive Rookie of the Year under contract through the 2030 season and signaling Detroit's commitment to building around its young core. The Giants simultaneously extended general manager Joe Schoen to a multiyear deal, keeping the architect of their 2025 turnaround in place as the franchise navigates the Robertson-Harris and Nabers injuries. On the West Coast, reigning MVP Matthew Stafford agreed to a one-year, $55 million extension with the Rams, tying him to Los Angeles through the 2027 season with $105 million in total guaranteed money and giving the franchise a proven starter for what could be a deep playoff push. In Cincinnati, Joe Burrow called the 2026 Bengals roster "the most talented" of his career, a bold claim that reflects the team's recent wave of free-agent additions and homegrown growth. The Browns, meanwhile, are giving 30-year-old Deshaun Watson another chance to compete for the starting job against Shedeur Sanders, whose development coach Todd Monken said has "come a long way" in his second year. Arizona's quarterback situation remains unresolved, as the Cardinals and Jacoby Brissett are still not close on a reworked deal heading into the final stretch before training camp.

Division Watch & Offensive Questions

The NFC North finished with all four teams posting winning records in 2025, and the offseason has produced significant roster turnover across the division as the Bears, Packers, Lions, and Vikings each chase another title push. Pittsburgh's quarterback room raises a different set of questions entirely. Aaron Rodgers told reporters Wednesday that the 2026 season will be his last, ending months of speculation about whether he would return for a 43rd year, while a separate piece asked whether the Steelers can win with a 42-year-old quarterback and whether the offense can replicate its 2025 form. The Steelers' offseason has drawn mixed reviews, with the signing of cornerback Jamel Dean rated as a solid move but the division's other moves generating more debate. In San Francisco, Kyle Shanahan wants to use Christian McCaffrey less, but the backups behind the star running back remain unproven, creating uncertainty in a run game that has been central to the 49ers' identity for nearly a decade.

Ownership, Stadiums & League Business

The Bears reiterated Thursday that their stadium options in Chicago are "exhausted" and they plan to leave the city, continuing to evaluate sites in suburban Illinois and Hammond, Indiana, a decision that could reshape the franchise's financial outlook for the next two decades. NFL owners approved the ability to play up to 10 international games per season starting in 2027 and will no longer allow teams to protect opponents from international scheduling, a move that could significantly expand the league's global footprint. The Brian Flores lawsuit intensified this week after his lawyers served subpoenas to 25 NFL teams and filed more than 1,000 discovery requests, adding legal pressure on the league as the case moves forward. Several ownership stories have played out in the public eye, including Carlie Irsay-Gordon emerging from her father's shadow as she navigates criticism while running the Colts, and a broader look at how owners have fared when landing franchise quarterbacks, with some finding long-term success and others, like Jimmy Haslam, facing persistent struggles. The Raiders' first overall pick Fernando Mendoza has made a strong impression in his first month, with coach Klint Kubiak calling him "as advertised," while Colts cornerback Charvarius Ward opted to return after two seasons of injury and tragedy, saying he is in a better headspace.