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Last updated: July 31, 2026, 8:30 PM ET

Contract Extensions and Signings

The New Orleans Saints are extending wide receiver Chris Olave to a four-year deal worth up to $132 million, with $90 million guaranteed. Deebo Samuel rejoining the San Francisco 49ers on a one-year contract that could reach up to $7 million.

Player Status and Availability

Green Bay tight end Tucker Kraft has been activated from the physically unable to perform list, approximately nine months after undergoing ACL surgery. Travis Hunter feeling faster this season despite being ten pounds heavier than his rookie year. Quarterback Tua believes the Falcons are holding him out for precautionary reasons and would be ready if it were a game week.

Team Outlooks and Player Comments

Giants running Cam Skattebo acknowledged making "dumb things" in the past, referencing a recent backflip, and stated he has met with coach John Harbaugh. Bears coach Johnson expressed his team's motivation to disprove perceptions of regression for the upcoming season. The article also mentions tracking preseason hold-ins for players like Bijan Robinson, Jahmyr Gibbs, Vita Vea, and Tuli Tuipulotu.

League News and Off-Field Developments

CBS Sports placed NFL analyst Tony Romo on leave following his arrest on suspicion of driving under the influence last week.