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Last updated: August 2, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

Player Transactions and Roster Moves

Jadeveon Clowney returning to the Houston Texans, the team that originally selected him with the first overall pick in the 2014 NFL Draft. The Detroit Lions are signing former All-Pro linebacker Devin White to a one-year contract, as officially announced by the team on Saturday. Three-time Pro guard Andrus Peat has announced his retirement from the National Football League after an 11-season career.

Injury Updates and Season Outlooks

Orleans Saints defensive tackle Bryan Bresee will require season-ending surgery to repair a torn ACL, as confirmed by head coach Kellen Moore on Sunday. San Francisco wide receiver Ricky Pearsall is expected to undergo surgery for a PCL injury that has troubled him since last season, ruling him out for the entire year according to general manager John Lynch. Kansas City rookie wide receiver Cyrus Allen suffered a shin bruise during a special teams drill, while teammate Xavier Worthy also departed practice early due to a shoulder injury. Broncos quarterback Bo Nix has stated he will not hesitate to scramble on his surgically repaired right ankle this season, believing he performs at his best when on the move. Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson views the upcoming preseason as a "great opportunity" to get back on the field after nearly two years sidelined by a pair of Achilles surgeries.

Player Statements and Off-Field News

Titans quarterback Will Levis, entering his fourth season, maintains that there are not 32 quarterbacks in the NFL better than him and continues to compete for the backup role. Bills safety Damar Hamlin gifted $20,000 towards a graduate student's student loan debt during a Thursday Twitch stream. Green Bay right tackle Zach Tom revealed on Sunday that he has legally changed his last name to Zach Bako-Bewele to honor his heritage. The anniversary of Korey Stringer's death on August 1st has become a marker for the positive developments that have stemmed from his tragic passing, including the establishment of the Korey Stringer Institute. HBO's "Hard featuring the Seattle Seahawks, is set to debut on Tuesday, with viewers anticipating segments on player activities and contract situations. Deebo Samuel previously requested a trade and departed the 49ers last offseason, expressed that he feels completely at home upon his return to San Francisco.