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Last updated: May 13, 2026, 2:30 PM ET

League Personnel & Legal Issues

The NFL announced nine international games for the 2026 season, establishing a record slate of matchups played outside the United States, with the Steelers-Saints game in Paris being a centerpiece of the schedule release which included full betting odds for every contest. Separately, off-field legal matters surfaced for a new player when Patriots rookie Quintayvious Hutchins, a seventh-round defender drafted out of Boston College, was arraigned Wednesday on a charge stemming from an alleged domestic assault against a family member. In coaching news, longtime NFL and college assistant Tom Moore will advise Iowa, joining the Hawkeyes staff as a senior consultant to the head coach despite approaching his 88th birthday before the college season begins.

Offensive Schemes & Player Development

Several teams are focusing on optimizing offensive personnel and quarterback preparation for the upcoming season, with the Rams' tight end-heavy 13 personnel providing a blueprint that other franchises may attempt to replicate after a draft rich with tight end prospects. Meanwhile, the Broncos are banking on new tight ends to finally address years of lagging production at that position group, aiming to blend youth with existing talent. Quarterback development remains a priority for Pittsburgh, where coach Mike McCarthy is reportedly drilling rookie Drew Allar on footwork and increasing his snaps under center. For quarterbacks emerging from the college ranks, experience like that gained by Carson Beck—who has taken snaps under center in two NFL-style systems—provides a distinct advantage in cadence recognition over peers.

Community Engagement

While league business continues, player community involvement provided a heartwarming moment when Saquon Barkley ensured that Mikey Ash, an Eagles supporter battling a rare genetic disorder, was able to score a touchdown during Barkley’s recent youth camp, offering a memorable experience for the young fan.