NFL Football 3 Days

Last updated: July 30, 2026, 11:34 AM ET

Training Camp Injuries and Roster Moves

Panthers rookie receiver Chris Brazzell II in practice Wednesday and is expected to be sidelined for up to eight weeks. Bengals defensive end Shemar Stewart the field with a left leg injury during the first day of training camp. Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee a season-ending torn ACL injury. Eagles outside linebacker Jonathan Greenard will be placed on PUP after suffering a pec strain while lifting before camp. Steelers defensive back Jalen Ramsey after suffering a knee injury during minicamp. Panthers second-year tight end Mitchell Evans the field with a lower-body injury. 49ers WR Ricky Pearsall did not participate in practice due to swelling in the PCL in his right knee, causing some concern for the team. Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is sidelined with a "flare-up" of an undisclosed injury, leading the team to add QB Rush. Broncos outside linebacker Jonathon Cooper amid ongoing legal troubles.

Contract Extensions and Player Movements

Browns safety Grant Delpit is signing a three-year, $48 million extension that includes $35 million guaranteed. Browns cornerback Denzel Ward reached agreement on a two-year, $62.2 million deal with $52.3 million guaranteed, making him the NFL's top-paid defensive back. Vikings RT Brian O'Neill agreed to a four-year contract extension through the 2030 season, worth up to $96 million. Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter is signing a four-year, $152 million extension that could be worth up to $160 million. The Vikings agreed to terms with three-time Pro Bowl safety Jamal Adams on a deal. Vikings coach Klint Kubiak the starting quarterback to open camp over No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza. Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield without a new deal and will play out the final year of his contract. Texans GM Nick Caserio stated the team has had "productive conversations" with quarterback C.J. Stroud on a contract extension dating back to the spring. Cardinals and quarterback Jacoby Brissett reached agreement on a reworked contract that will pay him $15.5 million guaranteed this season.

Player News and Offseason Developments

Ahman Green, the Packers' career rushing leader, revealed that he has Parkinson's disease. Bills quarterback Josh Allen, stating the franchise needs to "move forward and do something new." Taysom Hill, who holds a unique Super Bowl era record for rushing, receiving, and passing yards, will not be returning to the Saints for his 10th season. Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert got engaged to singer Madison Beer. Rams defensive tackle Myles Garrett expressed excitement over the possibility of Aaron Donald returning from retirement, believing the duo "can do great things." Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua to hold out despite entering a contract year. Running backs Bijan Robinson and Jahmyr Gibbs as they seek new contracts. Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers for the first time since suffering a knee injury last season. Pro Bowl defensive tackle Nnamdi Madubuike practiced for the first time in 10 months as the Ravens began training camp. Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels declared it is now "my team for sure" as he aims to fill a leadership void. Former Chargers linebacker Billy Ray Smith Jr. has died at 64, with his family citing CTE-caused dementia. Jets quarterback Geno Smith to the team following a public dispute. Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers affirmed that 2026 will be his final NFL season. Bears GM Ryan Poles and coach Ben Johnson expressed frustration with the latest injury to nickelback Kyler Gordon.

Coaching and Team Updates

The Saints but still have questions on defense as coach Kellen Moore begins his second camp. Commanders coach Ron Rivera following a DWI charge. Former All-Pro receiver Wes Welker will coach the Washington Commanders' tight ends. Chiefs coach Andy Reid reported that Eric Bieniemy's wife, Mia, was "doing better" and out of the ICU after being shot multiple times. 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan for a car crash that left him with serious injuries. Lions coach Dan Campbell addressed the team regarding the release of former CB Terrion Arnold, calling it "difficult but necessary" on Tuesday night. The Giants in West Virginia. Chris Foerster with the 49ers while Kyle Shanahan continues to recover from injuries.

Fantasy Football and League Previews

ESPN is getting fantasy players excited for the future with a look at breakouts, bounce-backs, late-round finds, and players most likely to bust in. The article also highlights Tyler Shough as a late-round draft flier to know. The Saints' outlook for 2026 is being examined in a, along with ways to bet on them. Similarly, the Panthers' outlook for 2026 is detailed in their. The article "Stacking the most impactful NFL offseason moves: 50 additions who will star right away in 2026" offseason acquisitions. A cheat sheet on what you might have missed this offseason, from Myles Garrett to Travis Kelce, is available. A look at the Packers' defense and its projected performance, particularly with Micah Parsons likely out for at least the first month of the season, is provided. The article "How will Patriots QB Drake Maye adjust to new center?" discusses Jared Wilson sliding from left guard to center.

League News and Player Ratings

The article "Madden 27's 99 Club" lists six players who will have the game's highest rating at launch, including Myles Garrett and Travis Kelce. The article "Do-it-all Hill not rejoining Saints for 10th season" notes Taysom Hill's unique Super Bowl era record. The article "Tight QB1 races for Falcons, Browns, Raiders and Vikings? We projected Week 1 starters" projects potential starters for four open QB1 races, including Tua Tagovailoa or Michael Penix Jr., and Deshaun Watson or Shedeur Sanders. The article "Five trade fits for Vita Vea" examines potential landing spots for the talented defensive tackle who requested a trade. Browns wide receiver Jerry Jeudy is pushing back against a viral video that appears to show his preference for the team's starting quarterback. San Francisco quarterback Brock Purdy and the 49ers practiced Monday while coach Kyle Shanahan continued to watch from a distance as he recovers. The article "Better, worse or the same? A look at the Packers' defensive situation" analyzes the team's defense. The article "QB Cousins gets nod over Mendoza to open camp" details the Raiders' starting quarterback decision.