NFL Football 3 Days

Last updated: August 10, 2026, 6:17 PM ET

Contracts & Extensions

The Cowboys and defensive tackle Quinnen Williams agreed to a three-year, $105.9 million extension, making him one of the highest-paid defensive linemen in the NFL. The Titans made guard Peter Skoronski the highest-paid at his position with a four-year, $100 million extension. The Bills locked in right guard O'Cyrus Torrence on a four-year, $78.4 million deal that includes $46 million guaranteed. Patriots tight end Hunter Henry signed a two-year extension worth up to $20 million with $14.5 million guaranteed. The Cardinals announced they will retire Larry Fitzgerald's No. 11 jersey and induct him into the team's ring of honor, two days after his Hall of Fame enshrinement.

Retirements & Roster Moves

Teddy Bridgewater confirmed his retirement from the NFL in an Instagram post, saying “This time it’s official”, days after Lions coach Dan Campbell announced Bridgewater was stepping away. The Lions will pivot to quarterback Josh Dobbs to fill the void. The Panthers signed Kyle Trask as QB3 after Hall of Fame game hero Haynes King injured his hamstring. 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 without pay for a conduct policy violation. Multiple former NFL players continue pursuing losses of over $1 million after the death of an alleged fraudster they say defrauded them.

Injuries & Preseason Updates

Bears receiver Luther Burden III is expected to miss the preseason with a groin injury, but the team believes he'll be ready for Week; he earlier left practice after tangling with a cornerback. Lions starting center Cade Mays has a wrist injury that will sideline him into the regular season. Saints guard Dillon Radunz is out for the season with a torn ACL. Commanders left tackle Laremy Tunsil suffered a torn triceps and will likely miss a significant portion of the regular season. Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers is day-to-day with a left quad contusion. Seahawks linebacker DeMarcus Lawrence confirmed he considered retirement after winning the Super Bowl but will return for the title defense. 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan, nearing full recovery from a car crash, intends to coach the preseason opener. Patrick Mahomes, testing his rehabbed knee in camp, said “It feels great” and he sometimes doesn’t even think about it.

Hall of Fame Weekend

Drew Brees, Larry Fitzgerald, and Luke Kuechly were among those inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Saturday, with Fitzgerald’s college career at Pitt highlighted as redefining the wide receiver position. Kicker Adam Vinatieri drew laughs and cheers with jokes about Bill Belichick, Peyton Manning, and Tom Brady during his enshrinement speech. New Hall of Famer Roger Craig revealed during his acceptance speech that he has been diagnosed with vascular dementia. Also inducted were Fitzgerald, Kuechly, and Brees in a class that celebrated their impact on the game.

Training Camp & QB Battles

The Vikings’ QB1 battle between Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy remains close; the latest buzz favors Murray to lead the offense. The Eagles will continue to “lean into” the tush push under new offensive coordinator Sean Mannion. Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins and defensive end Maxx Crosby were held out of practice after a fight on Friday. The Giants’ experiment in West Virginia under new coach John Harbaugh appears to be a success, per key takeaways from camp. The NFL will allow a coach's designee to initiate replay challenges this season. In a superflex mock draft, quarterbacks went with the first six picks, making running backs like Bijan Robinson and Jahmyr Gibbs fall to Round 1 values.

Rams & Superteam Debate

The Rams are loaded this season, but Bill Barnwell examines whether preseason darlings actually win Super Bowls. Cornerback McDuffie is elevating Rams wide receivers in camp battles, with back-and-forths between Davante Adams, Puka Nacua, and the new CB hinting at a promising season. The NFL preseason schedule is set; here’s how to watch on NFL Network and ESPN. Running back Bucky Irving of the Bucs delivered a message to doubters as he looks to bounce back in Year. Finally, Russell Wilson's Hall of Fame chances are assessed: after a strong start, a rough end to his career has complicated his candidacy.