NFL Football 3 Days

Last updated: August 10, 2026, 3:21 PM ET

Hall of Fame Weekend Highlights

The Pro Football Hall of Fame enshrined its Class of 2026 on Saturday, with Drew Brees, Larry Fitzgerald and Luke Kuechly among the inductees. During his speech, Adam Vinatieri drew laughs with jokes about Bill Belichick, Peyton Manning and Tom Brady. New Hall of Famer Roger Craig revealed during his taped acceptance speech that he has been diagnosed with vascular dementia. The Cardinals will retire Larry Fitzgerald's No. 11 jersey and induct him into the team’s ring of honor this season. A deep dive into Fitzgerald’s college career at Pitt details why he could have, or should have, won the Heisman. In a broader analysis, Bill Barnwell projects future Hall of Famers on every NFL team, while a separate piece assesses whether Russell Wilson can play his way out of Canton after a rough end to his career.

Major Injuries and Roster Shakeups

A wave of significant injuries hit camps over the past few days. Commanders star left tackle Laremy Tunsil will undergo surgery for a torn triceps and is expected to miss significant time; a source confirmed the torn triceps will likely require surgery. Saints guard Dillon Radunz is out for the season with a torn ACL. Lions starting center Cade Mays has a wrist injury that will cause him to miss a significant amount of time. Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III is expected to miss the preseason with a groin injury but should be ready for Week. A source earlier indicated Burden suffered the groin injury in Saturday’s practice, where he left early after tangling with a cornerback. Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers is day-to-day with a left quad contusion. 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan intends to coach the preseason opener as he nears full recovery from a car crash. Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes tested his rehabbed knee in camp and said it feels great.

Contract Extensions and Free Agent Moves

Several notable contracts were finalized. The Patriots and tight end Hunter Henry agreed to a two-year extension worth up to $20 million with $14.5 million guaranteed. The Bills locked up right guard O'Cyrus Torrence on a four-year, $78.4 million extension that includes $46 million guaranteed. The Titans signed Peter Skoronski to a four-year, $100 million extension, making him the highest-paid guard in the NFL. The Panthers signed Kyle Trask as their third quarterback after Haynes King’s hamstring injury. Quarterback Teddy Bridgewater is retiring from the Lions again, leading Detroit to pivot. The Saints added linebacker Deion Jones on a one-year deal, his fourth NFC South team. Colts cornerback Cam Taylor-Britt must serve a one-game suspension in the season opener for a conduct policy violation.

Coaching and Competition Updates

The NFL will allow head coaches to designate a member of their sideline staff to initiate replay challenges this season. Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy returned to the team after a two-week absence following the shooting of his wife; his son has been charged. Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins and Maxx Crosby were held out of practice for disciplinary reasons stemming from their fight. The Eagles will continue to “lean into” the tush push under new offensive coordinator Sean Mannion. The Vikings’ quarterback battle remains tight, with Kyler Murray favored over J.J. McCarthy. Seahawks linebacker DeMarcus Lawrence confirmed he considered retiring after winning the Super Bowl but returned for the “hard part” of a title defense. The Giants’ camp in West Virginia under John Harbaugh appears to be a success. Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving sent a message to doubters as he enters Year.

Superteam Debate and Rams Buzz

The Rams are loaded this season, but Bill Barnwell examined whether NFL superteams actually win, noting that preseason darlings of the past 35 years haven’t always met expectations. In camp, new cornerback McDuffie is elevating the Rams’ wide receivers, with true back-and-forths hinting at a promising season. A look at what Quinnen Williams can bring to the Cowboys’ defense and whether an extension is coming.

Preseason Schedule and Fantasy Sleepers

The NFL preseason is almost here; find the full schedule and how to watch on NFL Network and ESPN. For fantasy managers, Matt Bowen and Tristan H. Cockcroft list 10 fantasy sleepers who just need an opportunity.