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Last updated: July 28, 2026, 2:30 PM ET

Player Contracts and Status Updates

The Philadelphia Eagles are making a significant investment in their defensive line, signing Jalen Carter to a four-year extension worth up to $160 million, making him the highest-paid defensive tackle in NFL history. Meanwhile, Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield has seen no substantial progress in contract negotiations as his self-imposed deadline looms. Steelers defensive back Jalen Ramsey will start training camp on the Physically Unable to Perform list after sustaining a knee injury during minicamp on PUP.

Coaching and Injury News

Vikings assistant coach Gerald Alexander is serving a three-week suspension without pay following an April arrest for driving under the influence. In other coaching news, the California Highway Patrol has determined that 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan was not at fault for a July car accident that resulted in multiple injuries, with reports indicating he nearly lost an eye in the crash. Colts defensive tackle DeForest Buckner has returned to practice after recovering from a neck injury and subsequent surgery last season. Panthers tight end Mitchell Evans was carted off the field during practice on Tuesday due to a lower-body injury.

Player Milestones and League News

Quarterback Aaron Rodgers, has definitively stated that 2026 will mark his final season in the NFL. Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert is reportedly engaged to singer Madison Beer, having recently appeared in her music video. On the gaming front, "Madden NFL," set for release on August 13, will feature six players at launch with the game's highest rating. The Bills have unveiled new gray alternate uniforms designed as a tribute to the working people of Western New York. The discussion of the 2011 defensive draft class, which includes talents like J.J. Watt and Patrick Peterson, continues as it vies for the title of the best defensive draft class ever, potentially hinging on two still-active players.