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Last updated: July 31, 2026, 11:31 PM ET

Player News and Contract Updates

Orleans Saints wide receiver Chris Olave has signed a four-year contract extension valued at up to $132 million, with $90 million of that total guaranteed, according to his agents. Deebo Samuel returning to the San Francisco 49ers on a one-year agreement that could reach $7 million, sources reported. Green Bay tight end Tucker Kraft has been activated from the physically unable to perform list, marking his return less than nine months after undergoing surgery for a torn ACL in his right knee.

Injury and Roster Updates

Seahawks wide receiver Tory Horton revealed that he suffered a cracked tibia during the previous season. Rams coach McVay stated that there is no new update on defensive tackle Aaron Donald's potential return from retirement, but indicated that things are moving in the "right direction." Quarterback Tua believes the Atlanta Falcons are holding him out of practice for precautionary reasons, suggesting he would be ready to play if it were a game week.

Team Motivations and Player Performance

Bears coach Johnson expressed that his team is motivated to disprove perceptions of them being the "No. 1 regression candidate" for the upcoming season. Travis Hunter ten pounds heavier than his rookie season, claims to be faster than he has ever been. Giants running Cam Skattebo acknowledged making "dumb things" in the past, referencing a recent backflip at Fanatics Fest, and confirmed he has met with coach John Harbaugh.

Preseason Hold-Ins and Analyst News

Information is being tracked on players like Bijan Robinson of the Falcons, Jahmyr Gibbs of the Lions, Vita Vea of the Bucs, and Tuli Tuipulotu of the Chargers regarding their participation in preseason activities. CBS Sports has placed NFL analyst Tony Romo on leave following his arrest last week on suspicion of driving under the influence.