NFL Football 3 Days

Last updated: August 1, 2026, 8:31 AM ET

Player Transactions and Contract News

Saints signing wide receiver Chris Olave to a four-year extension worth up to $132 million, with $90 million guaranteed . Free agent Samuel is signing back with the 49ers on a 1-year deal that could be worth up to $7 million . Browns safety Delpit is signing a three-year, $48 million extension that also includes $35 million guaranteed . Browns five-time Pro Bowl cornerback Denzel Ward reached agreement on a two-year, $62.2 million deal that includes $52.3 million guaranteed .

Injury Updates and Player Status

Packers star end Tucker Kraft was activated off the physically unable to perform list Friday, less than nine months after surgery to repair the torn ACL in his right knee . Panthers rookie receiver Chris Brazzell II will undergo season-ending surgery on his torn LCL in his left knee . Saints defensive Bryan Bresee is feared to have suffered a season-ending torn ACL injury . Bengals defensive Shemar Stewart suffered a hyperextended knee and will have treatment . Stewart carted off the field Wednesday with a left leg injury suffered during the first day of training camp . 49ers WR Pearsall did not participate in practice Wednesday because of swelling in the PCL in his right knee . Seahawks WR Horton said Friday that he sustained a crack in his tibia last season . Steelers' Broderick took the field for his fourth training camp, eight months after sustaining a season-ending neck injury . Eagles OLB Greenard will be placed on PUP after suffering a pec strain while lifting before camp .

Quarterback Situations and Team Outlooks

Quarterback Tua is sidelined with what the team considers a "flare-up" of an undisclosed injury . Tagovailoa said believes the Falcons are keeping him out for precautionary reasons and if it were a game week, he would likely be ready to go . QB Dak said he isn't going to shy away from discussing what he thinks the Cowboys can accomplish this season, stating, "Let's be the greatest offense there is" . Texans GM Caserio says the team has had "productive conversations" with quarterback C.J. Stroud on a contract extension dating back to the spring . With a number of veteran leaders no longer with the Commanders, quarterback Jayden Daniels says this is now "my team for sure" as he begins his third NFL season . Fernando Mendoza he is fine with being patient and playing behind Kirk Cousins, who was named the Raiders' starting QB to begin training camp .

Team Motivation and Offseason Work

Coach Ben said his team has been perceived as the "No. 1 regression candidate" next season, giving the Bears plenty of motivation heading into next season . Tennessee's pass worked together this offseason to help create chemistry, after ranking last in passing plays of 40 yards or more . Orleans upgraded its offense, but concerns remain as coach Kellen Moore kicks off his second camp as coach .

Player Career Milestones and Personal News

Ravens running Derrick Henry said Thursday he isn't contemplating calling it quits as he enters his 11th NFL season . Taysom Hill only player in the Super Bowl era to have more than 1,000 yards rushing, receiving and passing, won't be returning to the Saints for a 10th season . Chargers linebacker and College Football Hall of Famer Billy Ray Smith Jr. has died at, with his family saying he had CTE-caused dementia . Ahman Green the Green Bay Packers' career rushing leader, revealed that he has Parkinson's disease . The Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London had a creative way of proposing to his girlfriend, Sofia Gabay, which included hot sauce . Los Angeles quarterback Justin Herbert recently starred in his now-fiancee Madison Beer's music video for her song "lovergirl" .

Coaching and League Matters

Sean Payton present Drew Brees into the Pro Football Hall of Fame . Palo Alto said neither party was provided preferential treatment after the July 14 crash that seriously injured Niners coach Kyle Shanahan . Shanahan wanted to make clear he was at fault for the car crash that left him with serious injuries two weeks ago . CBS Sports placed NFL analyst Tony Romo on leave following his arrest last week on suspicion of driving under the influence . Romo had an open container of alcohol in his vehicle when he was arrested . The two court appearances scheduled for the 27-year-old son of Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy in connection with the shooting of his mother at their Virginia home have been delayed . Former All-Pro Wes Welker will coach the Washington Commanders' tight ends after the team fired its previous position coach Monday .

Player Appearances and Off-Field Conduct

Travis Hunter 10 pounds heavier than his rookie season but faster than he has ever been . Giants coach Harbaugh and general manager Joe Schoen have had conversations with running back Cam Skattebo following his backflip at Fanatics Fest two weeks ago . Broncos coach Payton said the team is "staying the course" as outside linebacker Jonathon Cooper participates in training camp amid legal troubles . Jets quarterback Smith said he regretted being a "distraction" to the team after a dispute last month with a former girlfriend went viral on social media and resulted in a police investigation . Hall Famer Deion Sanders visited the Browns at training camp Thursday and provided coach Todd Monken with some "insight" on Shedeur Sanders . Rams wide Puka Nacua said despite entering a contract year, "it never crossed his mind" not to show up and take part in training camp . Giants wide Malik Nabers took part in the individual portion of a full-team practice Wednesday for the first time since suffering a serious knee injury Week 4 of last season .

Team and League Previews

We look at the previous eight Super Bowls in the L.A. market ahead of Super Bowl LXI on ESPN (Feb. . Examining Panthers' outlook for 2026, the ways to bet them and our best bet going into the NFL season are detailed . Examining Saints' outlook for 2026, the ways to bet them and our best bet going into the NFL season are also detailed . There's nothing than hitting on a late-round pick in fantasy, and Liz Loza offers up her favorite targets this year .

Contract Hold-ins and Player Negotiations

Running backs Robinson and Jahmyr Gibbs appear to be hold-ins as they seek new contracts . Contract situations Tampa Bay quarterback Baker Mayfield and nose tackle Vita Vea have become major headlines this week . Browns general Andrew Berry said he is "hopeful" the team will sign Jadeveon Clowney after the veteran defensive end visited the facility Wednesday .

Other News and Notes

Cristina Ulbrich wife of Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich, died from cancer Thursday, the team announced . Rams defensive Myles Garrett expressed excitement over the possibility of Aaron Donald coming out of retirement to play this season, saying he thinks the duo "can do great things" . Josh Allen the Bills' widely panned alternate uniforms, saying the franchise has to "move forward and do something new" . Lions veterans reported to training camp this week, head coach Dan Campbell addressed the team for the first time about the release of former CB Terrion Arnold on Tuesday night . Pro Bowl tackle Nnamdi Madubuike practiced for the first time in 10 months on Wednesday, which provided a celebratory start to the Ravens' first training camp under coach Jesse Minter .