NFL Football 3 Days

Last updated: August 11, 2026, 3:19 AM ET

Hall of Fame Weekend

The Pro Football Hall of Fame enshrined Drew Brees, Larry Fitzgerald and Luke Kuechly on Saturday. Adam Vinatieri drew laughs with jokes about Bill Belichick, Peyton Manning and Tom Brady. Roger Craig revealed during his acceptance speech that he has been diagnosed with vascular dementia. The Cardinals will retire Fitzgerald’s No. 11 jersey and induct him into the team’s ring of honor. Fitzgerald’s college career at Pitt, which redefined the wide receiver position, was also spotlighted. Meanwhile, Russell Wilson’s Hall of Fame chances have become more complicated after a rough end to his career.

Contracts and Extensions

Several significant deals were finalized across the league. The Titans made Peter Skoronski the highest-paid guard in NFL history with a four‑year, $100 million extension. The Bills locked up right guard O’Cyrus Torrence on a four‑year, $78.4 million extension that includes $46 million guaranteed. Hunter Henry signed a two‑year deal worth up to $20 million with the Patriots, including $14.5 million guaranteed. The Saints added linebacker Deion Jones on a one‑year contract. The Cowboys appear to have returned to their old formula of locking in stars, as exemplified by Quinnen Williams’ three‑year, $105.9 million extension, and Williams aims to make an even bigger impact in 2026. The Panthers signed Kyle Trask as their third quarterback after Haynes King’s hamstring injury.

Injury Report

A wave of injuries has hit training camps across the league. Lions center Cade Mays will miss significant time with a wrist injury, while running back Isiah Pacheco also hurt his knee. Bears receiver Luther Burden III is expected to miss the preseason with a groin injury but should be ready for Week. Earlier, Burden left practice with a lower‑body injury after tangling with a teammate. 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 require surgery, missing a significant portion of the regular season. Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers is day‑to‑day with a left quad contusion. Colts cornerback Cam Taylor‑Britt must serve a one‑game suspension without pay for a conduct policy violation. On a positive note, Patrick Mahomes said his rehabbed knee feels “great” after testing it in camp.

Team News and Transactions

The Seahawks expressed interest in signing free‑agent cornerback Terrion Arnold after a weekend meeting. Cardinals general manager Monti Ossenfort denied any intention to trade edge rusher Josh Sweat. Derek Carr is joining UCLA as a special adviser to coach Bob Chesney. Teddy Bridgewater announced his retirement from the NFL again, calling it “official,” leading the Lions to pivot to Joshua Dobbs as their backup quarterback. The Bills are addressing fan feedback about sightline concerns at Highmark Stadium. The Giants’ experiment holding camp in West Virginia under John Harbaugh was deemed a success. The NFL will allow head coaches to designate a staff member to initiate replay challenges this season. Kyle Shanahan intends to coach the 49ers’ preseason opener against the Titans as he nears full recovery from his car crash. The Raiders sat Kirk Cousins and Maxx Crosby for disciplinary reasons after their practice fight. The Eagles will continue to “lean into” the tush push under new offensive coordinator Sean Mannion. Seahawks linebacker DeMarcus Lawrence confirmed he considered retirement after winning the Super Bowl but is ready for the “hard part” of a title defense. The Vikings are still evaluating their quarterback battle, with Kyler Murray favored over J.J. McCarthy. Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving sent a message to his doubters as he enters Year, saying “I’ve been doubted my whole life.”

Analysis and Draft News

In a superflex mock draft, quarterbacks were taken with the first six picks, making running backs like Bijan Robinson and Jahmyr Gibbs values at picks 7 and. Bill Barnwell examined whether NFL superteams actually win, focusing on the 2026 Rams who are heavy favorites. Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart received rave reviews for sliding after a run during practice, a decision praised by the team. Cornerback McDuffie is elevating the Rams’ wide receivers in camp battles, with intense back‑and‑forths hinting at a promising season. Multiple former NFL players continue to pursue losses exceeding $1 million after the death of a man they say defrauded them.

Preseason Preview

The NFL preseason is set to kick off with games airing on NFL Network and ESPN. Full schedule and viewing information is available for fans ahead of the 2026 season.