NFL Football 3 Hours

Last updated: May 23, 2026, 11:44 AM ET

NFC North Dynamics

The Lions secured their core by signing All-Pro LB Jack Campbell to a four-year, $81 million extension with $51.5 million guaranteed, locking him through 2030. This move complements a division where all four teams—Bears, Packers, Lions, and Vikings—finished with winning records in 2025, though the Bears signaled a potential relocation by declaring Chicago stadium options "exhausted" as they pursue sites in suburban Illinois or Indiana. The Packers and Vikings, meanwhile, focused on QB stability during offseasons that reshaped the NFC North's competitive landscape.

AFC Roster Moves

In the AFC, the Steelers added veteran depth by signing cornerback Jamel Dean, a solid counter to the Colts' questionable investment in quarterback Daniel Jones with a fully guaranteed deal. The Dolphins, betting big on potential, signed quarterback Malik Willis to a three-year, $67.5 million contract, reflecting their belief he can become a franchise signal-caller.

Giants Injury & Front Office

The Giants faced a major defensive setback when defensive lineman Roy Robertson-Harris tore his Achilles at Thursday's OTA workout, a loss expected to sideline him for the 2026 season. The team did solidify its front office by giving general manager Joe Schoen a multiyear extension, even as coach John Harbaugh provided a vague timeline for star wide receiver Malik Nabers, calling his knee injury "not a simple" one and declining to specify a return.

Stafford Extension & Florida Law

Reigning MVP Matthew Stafford committed to the Rams long-term with a one-year, $55 million extension that ties him to Los Angeles through 2027, adding $105 million in future guarantees to his deal. Off the field, Florida advanced athlete welfare by signing the "Teddy Bridgewater Act" into law, allowing high school coaches to use personal funds for player expenses like food and transportation.

Draft & Personal Notes

Mock draft simulations highlighted positional trends, indicating quarterbacks and tight ends are rising on draft boards, with experts advising early selections at those spots in the first few rounds. Separately, Eagles star A.J. Brown celebrated a personal milestone, marrying over the weekend in California.