NFL Football 3 Days

Last updated: August 11, 2026, 6:22 PM ET

Quarterback Decisions

The Vikings have officially named Kyler Murray the starting quarterback over J.J. McCarthy, a move that reshapes the team’s immediate future and the development timeline of the 2024 No. 10 pick. An analysis of what Murray as QB1 means for the Vikings and McCarthy explores the veteran’s fit in the offense. Meanwhile, the Raiders will give rookie QB Fernando Mendoza, the No. 1 pick, extensive playing time—Mendoza will get “plenty of reps” in Thursday’s preseason opener against the Cardinals, per coach Klint Kubiak. In Green Bay, Jordan Love is expected to play in the Packers’ first preseason game Thursday, though he said he will still play it safe after the thumb injury he sustained before last season.

The Giants are getting a closer look at Jaxson Dart, whose slide received rave reviews at camp after he was examined five times for a concussion last season—a sign of improved decision-making. Over in Atlanta, Falcons camp intel indicates that Tagovailoa is coming on strong, with daily updates on position battles and potential breakouts. The Lions, meanwhile, are staying focused under Jared Goff’s leadership, with coach Dan Campbell thrilled by Goff’s urgency and guidance.

Injury Report

A wave of significant injuries and health updates hit the league. Commanders left tackle Laremy Tunsil suffered a torn triceps in practice, will likely require surgery, and is expected to miss a significant portion of the regular season. Saints guard Dillon Radunz is out for the season with a torn ACL. Bears safety Coby Bryant underwent knee surgery and is expected to miss four to six months. Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan “could possibly” miss the start of the regular season with a hamstring injury.

Eagles outside linebacker Jonathan Greenard will miss at least another couple of weeks with a pectoral injury, per defensive coordinator Vic Fangio. Lions starting center Cade Mays has a wrist injury that will cost him significant time, and running back Isiah Pacheco also hurt his knee. Bears receiver Luther Burden III is expected to miss the preseason with a groin injury, though he should be ready for Week. Colts GM disputes reports about Alec Pierce, saying the WR is "in good shape," but Pierce remains sidelined after offseason ankle surgery.

Ravens cornerback Nate Wiggins was carted off with a left leg injury; coach Jesse Minter said "I think there's optimism" on the specifics. Jets cornerback Qwan'tez Stiggers collapsed at practice and was transported to a hospital after a joint practice with the Buccaneers. Myles Garrett missed a Rams-Cowboys joint practice due to knee swelling, while Puka Nacua left early for an undisclosed reason. Seahawks safety Nick Emmanwori passed his physical and is set to come off the PUP list.

Training Camp Notebook

The Eagles have fully bought into their new offensive system, starting from scratch on that side of the ball. Jalen Hurts is drawing rave reviews for his increased speed, with defensive tackle Jalen Carter saying the QB's movement is "like a movie." The Cowboys' revamped defense under new coordinator Christian Parker gets its first test in a joint practice with the Rams.

The Giants' experiment in West Virginia under John Harbaugh appears to be a success, according to key takeaways from their camp. Harbaugh's priority is to stop the run, as detailed in daily camp updates. Rounding up the latest buzz, a training camp notebook covers updates on Caleb Downs, Denzel Boston, Jalen Hurts, and more from camps across the league.

Hall of Fame Weekend

The Hall of Fame enshrinement ceremony highlighted the weekend. Drew Brees, Larry Fitzgerald and Luke Kuechly entered the Hall of Fame on Saturday. The Cardinals announced they will retire Fitzgerald's No. 11 jersey and induct him into the team's ring of honor this season. Ahead of his induction, a deep dive into Fitzgerald's college career at Pitt showed he could have—or should have—won a Heisman.

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 he has been diagnosed with vascular dementia during his taped acceptance speech. A separate analysis assesses Russell Wilson's Hall of Fame chances, asking whether a player can play his way out of Canton.

Roster Moves & Contracts

The Patriots locked up tight end Hunter Henry to a two-year extension worth up to $20 million with $14.5 million guaranteed. The Cardinals have no intention of trading edge rusher Josh Sweat, despite rumors. The Panthers signed Kyle Trask as a third quarterback after Hall of Fame game hero Haynes King injured his hamstring.

Teddy Bridgewater announced his retirement is "official" in an Instagram post, but the Lions had already pivoted to Josh Dobbs after Bridgewater's retirement earlier in the week. Former NFL QB Derek Carr joined UCLA as a special adviser to coach Bob Chesney.

More Camp and Off-Field News

The Raiders disciplined Kirk Cousins and Maxx Crosby by sitting them out of practice the day after a scuffle during Friday's practice. CBS Sports president David Berson said there is "no timetable" on Tony Romo's future following Romo's arrest on suspicion of DUI. Chiefs receiver Rashee Rice called his 30-day jail sentence a "learning experience and a reality check."

The Bills are addressing fan complaints about sightlines at the new Highmark Stadium. Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald confirmed interest in signing Terrion Arnold after meeting with the embattled free agent cornerback. The NFL will now allow a coach's designee to initiate replay challenges this season.

49ers coach Kyle Shanahan plans to coach in the preseason opener as he closes in on full recovery from last month's car crash. Dolphins head coach Jeff Hafley promised a heavy workload for De'Von Achane, saying the star RB could have games with 40-plus touches. Quinnen Williams' three-year, $105.9 million extension with the Jets has implications for the Cowboys' contract strategy.

A superflex mock draft saw quarterbacks taken with the first six picks, allowing star backs like Bijan Robinson and Jahmyr Gibbs to fall to picks 7 and. The 2026 Rams are being hyped as a potential superteam, but Bill Barnwell examined whether historic big favorites have actually lived up to expectations.

Cornerback Trent McDuffie is elevating the Rams' wide receivers in camp, with back-and-forths against Davante Adams and Puka Nacua hinting at a promising season. Finally, the death of an alleged fraudster has sparked new questions, as multiple former NFL players pursue losses exceeding $1 million each. Fans can catch all the NFL preseason action on NFL Network and ESPN.