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Last updated: June 16, 2026, 11:38 PM ET

Player Health & Legacy

The family of former defensive lineman Aldon Smith has opted to send his brain to Boston medical experts to investigate possible CTE involvement in his death, a move that underscores growing scrutiny over long‑term brain injury risks in the league Family to have Smith's brain checked for CTE. The decision follows a broader trend of teams and players seeking independent analysis after high‑profile cases of dementia and chronic traumatic encephalopathy surface.

Roster Movements

Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan signed a one‑year deal during minicamp, signaling the end of his career in New Orleans after a decade of elite pass‑rushing that included a franchise‑record 15 sacks in 2018 Sources: Saints bring back franchise star Jordan. In the same vein, Broncos quarterback Bo Nix returned to full‑offseason practice after a bone‑spur surgery, stating he remains on track for next month’s training camp and is focused on staying healthy Nix on track, says 2nd surgery was for bone spurs. Meanwhile, the Broncos excused outside linebacker Jonathon Cooper from minicamp following two arrests on domestic‑violence charges, including a felony, a decision that reflects the franchise’s stance on player conduct Broncos excuse Cooper from minicamp after arrests.

Legal and Contractual Developments

Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice exited Dallas County jail after serving a 30‑day sentence for probation violation, dodging reporters upon release and aiming to return to training camp in time for the season opener Chiefs' Rice released from jail, dodges reporters. On the contractual front, Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield rebuffed durability concerns, emphasizing that he and the team are not close to contract negotiations, a stance that may influence his trade value and the franchise’s cap strategy Bucs' Mayfield pushes back on durability concerns.