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Last updated: August 1, 2026, 2:31 PM ET

Atlanta Falcons News

The Atlanta Falcons have signed starting left guard Matthew Bergeron to a four-year contract extension worth $96 million, including $60 million guaranteed. There are questions surrounding Drake London's fantasy football outlook due to a banged-up quarterback room for the Falcons. Falcons quarterback Tagovailoa believes the team is holding him out of camp for precautionary reasons, stating he would likely be ready for a game week. Running back Robinson is also being monitored regarding his participation in preseason activities.

Player Injury Updates and Status

San Francisco wide receiver Ricky Pearsall will undergo season-ending surgery for a PCL injury that dates back to last season. Seahawks wide Tory Horton revealed that he sustained a cracked tibia during the 2025 season. Browns quarterback Watson views the upcoming preseason as a valuable "showcase" opportunity following nearly two years of recovery from a pair of Achilles surgeries.

Coaching and Personnel Moves

Five-time All-Pro receiver DeAndre Hopkins has joined Georgia Tech as an assistant wide receivers coach, though he has not yet announced his retirement from playing. CBS Sports placed NFL analyst Tony Romo on leave after his arrest on suspicion of driving under the influence. Bears coach Johnson indicated that his team is motivated to avoid being labeled as the "No. 1 regression candidate" for the upcoming season. Broncos head Sean Payton is entering a new phase of his career, having relinquished playcalling duties after two decades of doing both jobs.

Other Notable Player News

Jaguars player Hunter reports feeling quicker this season despite being 10 pounds heavier than his rookie year. Lions running Jahmyr Gibbs is among the players being tracked regarding their preseason hold-in status. Bucs defensive Vita Vea and Chargers edge rusher Tuli Tuipulotu are also part of the preseason hold-in tracking.