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Last updated: August 6, 2026, 2:33 AM ET

Falcons and Lions Navigate Contract Discussions

Falcons edge rusher Jalon Walker will miss the entire 2026 season due to a torn ACL. Falcons running back Bijan Robinson has discussed contract negotiations with Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs. Both Robinson and Gibbs began training camp by "holding in" with their respective teams.

Team Front Office and Stadium News

Richard Haddad who previously spent 14 years with the NBA's Detroit Pistons, has been appointed the new president and CEO of the Lions. The home stadium of the Kansas City Chiefs will revert to its original name, Arrowhead Stadium.

Player Updates and Injury News

Texans wide receiver Tank Dell participated in practice on a limited basis Wednesday, marking his first activity since suffering a knee injury in Week 16 of the 2024 season. Wide receiver Jerry Jeudy clarified that a gesture seen in a viral video was directed at his daughter and not related to the Browns' quarterback competition. Pro Bowl receiver Zay Flowers has signed a four-year contract extension with the Ravens and expressed his hope that quarterback Lamar Jackson will also commit to a long-term deal.

Potential Trade Considerations and Emerging Talent

While rosters are largely set for the 2026 NFL season, five potential win-win trades are being considered that teams might pursue before Week. ESPN analysts Matt Bowen and Tristan H. Cockcroft have identified ten players who possess significant skills but are awaiting an opportunity to prove themselves. Training camp from 12 different teams, including the Colts and Chiefs, provides insights into the current situations of players like Jones, Mahomes, and Hunter.