NFL Football 3 Days

Last updated: August 13, 2026, 12:26 AM ET

Quarterback Carousel

Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels sent LSU a cease-and-desist after the school gave his No. 5 to a recruit, saying he felt "profoundly disrespected." Aaron Rodgers said a post-retirement return to Lambeau Field "has to be an invite." Bears coach Ben Johnson declared his goal is "the highest-scoring offense ever." The Browns will start Deshaun Watson in their preseason opener Saturday. Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy said losing the starting job to Kyler Murray was "out of my control." Bo Nix will sit out Denver's preseason opener while recovering from ankle surgeries. The 2026 season is critical for his long-term future. Raiders rookie Fernando Mendoza will get "plenty of reps" Thursday. Packers QB Jordan Love is expected to play in the first preseason game. Teddy Bridgewater said his retirement is "official." The Lions pivoted to Josh Dobbs after Bridgewater stepped away. Derek Carr joined UCLA as a special adviser. Giants QB Jaxson Dart drew rave reviews for sliding to avoid a hit in camp.

Injury Report

Bucs WR Emeka Egbuka limped off with a minor toe injury during a joint practice with the Jets. Ravens CB Nate Wiggins left practice with a leg injury, but coach Jesse Minter expressed optimism. Bears safety Coby Bryant underwent knee surgery and will miss 4–6 months. Puka Nacua exited with groin soreness, and Myles Garrett missed practice with knee swelling. Jets CB Qwan'tez Stiggers collapsed at practice and was hospitalized. Saints DE Cameron Jordan could miss the start of the season with a hamstring injury. Colts WR Alec Pierce remains sidelined after ankle surgery with no firm timeline. Eagles OLB Jonathan Greenard will miss another couple of weeks with a pectoral injury. Lions C Cade Mays will miss significant time with a wrist injury; RB Isiah Pacheco hurt his knee. Bears WR Luther Burden III is expected to miss the preseason but be ready for Week. Saints G Dillon Radunz is out for the season with a torn ACL. Panthers RB Jonathon Brooks is "ready to rock" for Saturday's game. Seahawks S Nick Emmanwori passed his physical and will come off the PUP list. Panthers signed Kyle Trask as QB3 after Haynes King's hamstring injury. 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan plans to coach the preseason opener after recovering from a car crash.

Training Camp Buzz

Dan Quinn is re-energizing Washington with a competition-driven culture after a 5-12 season. Chiefs TE Travis Kelce says he can still "play at a high level" in what could be his final season. Falcons QB Tua Tagovailoa is coming on strong in camp. ESPN's training camp notebook covers buzz on Josh Downs, Denzel Boston, Jalen Hurts and more. Jalen Hurts is drawing rave reviews for his increased speed — a teammate said it's "like a movie." Bills fans got their first look inside the new Highmark Stadium. Eagles players have bought into a new offensive system under coordinator Sean Mannion. Dolphins HC Jeff Hafley promised a heavy workload for De'Von Achane, including possible 40-touch games. Giants camp is focused on stopping the run under John Harbaugh. Jared Goff keeps the Lions' offense pulling in the same direction, says Dan Campbell. Cowboys' defense got its first test in a joint practice with the Rams. Bill Barnwell sized up whether NFL superteams actually win, focusing on the 2026 Rams. Giants' camp in West Virginia was deemed a success.

Roster Moves & Transactions

Panthers added Pro Bowl tight end Darren Waller on a one-year deal. Steelers LB Elandon Roberts is returning on a one-year contract. Patriots TE Hunter Henry signed a two-year extension worth up to $20 million. Quinnen Williams' three-year, $105.9M extension with the Jets may signal a new strategy for the Cowboys. Seahawks CB Devon Witherspoon is focusing on practice amid ongoing extension talks. Cardinals GM denied any interest in trading LB Josh Sweat despite rumors. Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald confirmed interest in signing free agent CB Terrion Arnold.

Off-Field & Other News

Jonas Brothers will perform at the NFL's first regular-season game in Australia (49ers vs Rams). NFL rookies are spending their first paychecks on exotic pets, family houses and Lego. Michele Tafoya won the GOP Senate primary in Minnesota. Matt Hasselbeck joined an effort to find CTE in living people. CBS Sports said there is no timetable on Tony Romo's future after his DUI arrest. Chiefs WR Rashee Rice called his 30-day jail sentence a "learning experience." Bills addressed fan feedback on sightline complaints at new Highmark Stadium. Death of an alleged fraudster sparks new questions – former NFL players seek over $1 million in losses. NFL will allow a coach's designee to initiate replay challenges this season. Cardinals will retire Larry Fitzgerald's No. 11 jersey and induct him into the ring of honor.

Fantasy Football

Mike Clay's Playbook Part 2 offers draft tips for nontraditional leagues. The 2026 ESPN Draft Guide provides rankings, mock drafts and analysis. Cameron Wolfe's fantasy buzz from Bengals and Browns camps includes more volume for Chase Brown and Denzel Boston turning heads. In a superflex mock draft, quarterbacks were taken with the first six picks, making Bijan Robinson and Jahmyr Gibbs fall to 7 and.