NFL Football 8 Hours

Last updated: July 30, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

Player Health and Injury Updates

Panthers rookie wide receiver Chris Brazzell II on his torn LCL in his left knee. Brazzell suffered moderate in practice Wednesday and is expected to be sidelined for up to eight weeks. Steelers' Broderick Jones eight months after sustaining a season-ending neck injury that he initially feared might end his career. Bengals defensive end Shemar Stewart was carted off the field Wednesday with a left leg injury suffered during the first day of training camp, later diagnosed as a hyperextended knee. 49ers WR Ricky Pearsall did not participate in practice Wednesday due to swelling in the PCL in his right knee, causing "concern" for the team.

Contract Situations and Player Futures

Contract situations for Tampa Bay quarterback Baker Mayfield and nose tackle Vita Vea this week, though history suggests they could remain with the Bucs in 2026. Ravens running back Derrick Henry as he enters his 11th NFL season. Taysom Hill, the only player in the Super Bowl era with over 1,000 rushing, receiving, and passing yards, will not be returning to the Saints for his 10th season. Browns general manager Andrew Berry expressed hope the team will sign Jadeveon Clowney after the veteran defensive end visited the facility.

Coaching News and Hall of Fame Inductions

Sean Payton into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Palo Alto Police stated that neither party was provided preferential treatment following the July 14 crash that seriously injured Niners coach Kyle Shanahan, and the officer opted for no charge against Shanahan. Hall of Famer Deion Sanders visited the Browns at training camp Thursday and provided coach Todd Monken with "insight" on Shedeur Sanders.

Quarterback Battles and Offensive Projections

Fernando Mendoza said he is fine with being patient and playing behind Kirk Cousins, who was named the Raiders' starting QB to begin training camp. Projections for Week 1 starters indicate potential QB1 races for the Falcons, Browns, Raiders, and Vikings, with Tua Tagovailoa or Michael Penix Jr., and Deshaun Watson or Shedeur Sanders being among the projected contenders. Tennessee's pass catchers to create chemistry, aiming to improve after ranking last in passing plays of 40 yards or more. Saints coach Kellen Moore kicks off his second camp with faith in Tyler Shough on offense, but concerns remain on defense.

League History and Player Milestones

The history of the Super Bowl in Los Angeles, featuring eight champions across three locations, is being looked back upon ahead of Super Bowl LXI. Ahman Green, the Green Bay Packers' career rushing leader, revealed that he has Parkinson's disease. Former Chargers linebacker Billy Ray Smith Jr. has died at 64, with his family citing CTE-caused dementia.

Miscellaneous NFL News

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver had a creative way of proposing to his girlfriend, incorporating Taco Bell. CBS NFL analyst Tony Romo in his vehicle when arrested on suspicion of DUI. The 27-year-old son of Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy in connection with the shooting of his mother. Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert recently starred in his now-fiancée Madison Beer's music video. Josh Allen defended the Bills' widely panned alternate uniforms.