NFL Football 8 Hours

Last updated: August 8, 2026, 9:22 AM ET

Hall of Fame Projections

ESPN's Bill Barnwell went roster by roster to identify 17 future Hall of Famers who could retire now and still gain induction. One of the most polarizing candidates is Russell Wilson, whose ten dominant seasons built a strong case but whose recent downturn has complicated his gold jacket path. Larry Fitzgerald's college career at Pittsburgh is being celebrated ahead of his Hall of Fame induction, showing how he redefined the wide receiver position.

Contract Extensions

The Titans made Peter Skoronski the highest-paid guard in NFL history with a Skoronski gets $100M extension over four years. The Bills followed by locking up right guard O'Cyrus Torrence with a Torrence extension worth $78.4 million, including $46 million guaranteed.

Roster Moves & Injuries

The Saints added veteran depth by Saints signing former Buccaneers linebacker Deion Jones to a one-year deal. Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes will likely sit out the preseason opener after coach Andy Reid said Mahomes unlikely to play despite full participation in camp. Colts cornerback Cam Taylor-Britt must serve a Taylor-Britt suspension of one game without pay for a conduct policy violation. Seahawks linebacker DeMarcus Lawrence on return said he nearly retired after hoisting the Lombardi Trophy but is ready for the "hard part" of a title defense.

Training Camp Buzz

A heated moment erupted at Raiders practice Friday when a Cousins, Crosby scuffle involved quarterback Kirk Cousins and pass rusher Maxx Crosby, with teammates quickly separating them. In Minnesota, the Vikings QB battle between Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy remains close, with Murray currently favored to start. Quinnen Williams aims to make a bigger impact for the Cowboys in 2026 after being acquired last season and hopes to stay "for the long haul." Bucs running back Bucky Irving's message to his doubters: "I've been doubted my whole life," as he seeks a bounce-back third season.