NFL Football 3 Days

Last updated: July 31, 2026, 5:30 AM ET

Player Transactions and Contract News

The New Orleans Saints are securing their future at wide receiver, signing Chris Olave to a four-year extension worth up to $132 million, with $90 million guaranteed signed extension. Deebo Samuel is returning to the San Francisco 49ers on a one-year deal that could reach $7 million signing back. In Cleveland, the Browns have agreed to a three-year, $48 million extension with safety Grant Delpit, including $35 million guaranteed agree to extension, and cornerback Denzel Ward is once again the NFL's highest-paid defensive back with a two-year, $62.2 million deal featuring $52.3 million guaranteed reached agreement. The Minnesota Vikings have extended offensive tackle Brian O'Neill through the 2030 season for up to $96 million reach extension, and Pro Bowl defensive lineman Leonard Williams confirmed contract talks with the Seahawks. The Philadelphia Eagles are making Jalen Carter the highest-paid defensive tackle in NFL history with a four-year, $152 million extension that could reach $160 million signing to extension.

Injury Updates and Health Concerns

Several teams are dealing with significant injuries as training camps open. Panthers rookie wide receiver Chris Brazzell II will undergo season-ending surgery for a torn LCL in his left knee undergo surgery, and he is expected to be sidelined for up to eight weeks. The 49ers have "concern" over Ricky Pearsall's knee, as the receiver missed practice due to swelling in his PCL. Steelers defensive back Jalen Ramsey will start training camp on the PUP list after a knee injury during minicamp on PUP. Bengals defensive end Shemar Stewart was carted off the field with a left leg injury and is experiencing a hyperextended knee suffered injury. Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee is feared to have suffered a season-ending torn ACL. Eagles outside linebacker Jonathan Greenard will go on the PUP list with a pec strain sustained before camp, though it's not expected to be long-term. Panthers tight end Mitchell Evans was also carted off the field with a lower-body injury. Colts defensive tackle DeForest Buckner has returned to practice after recovering from a neck injury and surgery, and quarterback Daniel Jones has been fully cleared from an Achilles injury that ended his previous season. Steelers linebacker Broderick Jones has been cleared to practice eight months after a neck injury he feared could end his career. Ravens Pro Bowl defensive tackle Nnamdi Madubuike has returned to practice for the first time in 10 months after a neck injury.

Quarterback Situations and Team Outlooks

The quarterback position remains a focal point for several teams. Kirk Cousins has been named the Raiders' starting quarterback to begin training camp, with Fernando Mendoza accepting a role behind him. Jayden Daniels is embracing his role as the Commanders' leader in his third NFL season, aiming to fill the void left by veteran departures. The Falcons' quarterback situation is uncertain with Tua Tagovailoa sidelined due to a "flare-up" of an undisclosed injury, prompting the team to add Logan Rush. Bears general manager Ryan Poles and coach Ben Johnson expressed frustration over Kyler Gordon's latest injury, emphasizing the need for the nickelback to stay healthy frustrated by injury. Owner Jerry Jones is confident in the Cowboys' roster, believing they are competing for a title.

Coaching and Personnel Moves

The Commanders have hired former All-Pro receiver Wes Welker as their new tight ends coach. They also fired tight ends coach Ben Steele following a DWI charge. The Vikings have suspended assistant coach Gerald Alexander for three weeks without pay after an April drunk driving arrest.

Player Milestones and Personal News

Sean Payton will be presenting Drew Brees into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, a task that visibly moved the coach. Taysom Hill will not return to the Saints for his 10th season, concluding a unique career where he excelled in multiple roles. Former Chargers linebacker Billy Ray Smith Jr. has died at, with his family citing CTE-caused dementia. Green Bay Packers career rushing leader Ahman Green revealed he has Parkinson's disease. Quarterback Justin Herbert is engaged to his girlfriend, Madison Beer.

League News and Miscellaneous

The Buffalo Bills have unveiled new gray alternate uniforms, which quarterback Josh Allen defended. The Giants will hold their training camp in West Virginia this summer. The NFL is looking back at the history of the Super Bowl in Los Angeles ahead of Super Bowl LXI. The release of former Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold was described as difficult but necessary by head coach Dan Campbell. Coach Kyle Shanahan took responsibility for a recent car crash that left him with serious injuries, stating the police report was incorrect. Jets quarterback Geno Smith expressed regret for being a distraction to his team following an off-field dispute. CBS NFL analyst Tony Romo was arrested on suspicion of DUI, with police noting an open container of alcohol in his vehicle. The son of Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy will undergo a mental health check in connection with a shooting incident. The Falcons wide receiver who proposed to his girlfriend used a creative method involving hot sauce and Taco Bell.