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Last updated: May 27, 2026, 8:47 PM ET

Quarterback Situations

Chargers quarterback Justin missed OTAs for Madison Beer, prioritizing support for his girlfriend singer Madison Beer over the team's offseason program, while Colts QB Anthony Richardson faces an uncertain future in Indianapolis despite maintaining his commitment to doing his job. Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson kept his contract talks private but expressed love for Baltimore, envisioning himself with the team long term as he enters a contract year. In Minnesota, J.J. McCarthy insists there's no awkwardness with Murray competing for QB1 duties, while Commanders QB Jayden revealed last season left a bitter taste in his mouth. On the field, Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes returned to practice for the first time since tearing his ACL and LCL in his left knee, showing significant progress in his rehabilitation.

Contract Extensions

Detroit linebacker Jack Campbell signed an $81M extension and plans to stay laser focused this offseason as a core member of the Lions' group trying to bounce back from a disappointing 9-8 season. In Los Angeles, the Chargers and Derwin James Jr. agreed to a three-year, $75.6 million contract, making him the highest-paid safety for the second time in his career. The extensions reflect teams investing in defensive anchors as they prepare for the upcoming season with championship aspirations.

Trade Market Activity

The Jaguars' Travis Hunter continues to brush aside 2-way play criticism, maintaining his stance since being drafted in 2025 about playing on both sides of the ball. Special teams player Irv Charles traded from Jets to Seahawks, moving from the last-place team to the Super Bowl champion in a move that adds experienced depth to Seattle's special units. Meanwhile, four trade candidates including Keon Coleman, Cole Kmet, Anthony Richardson Sr. and Kayvon Thibodeaux have drawn 16 trade offers with only one deal potentially materializing as teams evaluate their offseason needs.

League & Team News

The Supreme Court refused to intervene in Brian Flores' discrimination suit against the NFL, allowing the case to proceed toward trial after the league had hoped to handle the matter differently. Patriots coach Mike Vrabel reported the balance between family and football is going "really good" during the team's second OTA practice session. In Jacksonville, Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence's family expressed relief after his trademark flowing blonde hair disappeared during the team's schedule reveal, marking a significant visual change for the young franchise quarterback.

Draft Preview

Next year's QB draft class appears loaded with elite talent, featuring prospects such as Arch Manning, Dante Moore, CJ Carr and Trinidad Chambliss. The impressive collection of quarterbacks coming through the draft pipeline could significantly impact team rebuilding efforts and potentially reshape the league's competitive landscape for years to come.