NFL Football 8 Hours

Last updated: August 15, 2026, 5:43 PM ET

NFL Training Camp Awards and Injury Updates

As NFL training camps conclude and preseason games commence, various teams and players are receiving special recognition. In a humorous take on camp standouts, Solak handed out 10 made-up awards, highlighting notable performances and position battles. However, not all news from the preseason is positive. Veteran defender Jamal Adams was notably carted off during his preseason debut with the Vikings. In other injury news, Cardinals rookie running back Jeremiyah Love is expected to miss a week after suffering a sore ankle during Thursday night's game against the Raiders. Jets quarterback Geno Smith is also dealing with an ankle injury and is considered day-to-day, forcing him to miss the preseason opener against the Buccaneers.

Contract News and Player Departures

Significant contract developments are shaping the landscape of the league. The Seattle Seahawks have reached an agreement with Pro Bowl cornerback Devon Witherspoon on a four-year, $132 million extension, making it a record deal. Meanwhile, Steelers defensive tackle Keeanu Benton has secured a substantial contract, becoming the highest-paid DL in franchise history with a four-year, $72 million extension. On the other side of player movement, Seahawks outside linebacker DeMarcus Lawrence confirmed to Yahoo Sports that his upcoming 13th NFL season will be his last. The Seahawks also added Terrion Arnold to their roster, with coach Mike Macdonald citing overwhelmingly positive reviews as a factor in the decision.

League Suspensions and Player Reactions

The league has also seen several players facing suspensions. Falcons edge rusher James Pearce Jr. has been suspended for eight games by the NFL due to a violation of the personal conduct policy. In terms of player performance and reactions, Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa expressed frustration following his team's preseason loss to the Broncos. Tagovailoa, who completed 3-of-5 passes for 22 yards over two series, called his performance "frustrated and disappointed." This comes amidst broader preseason takeaways, where players in new roles and rookies are making their initial impressions.

Fantasy Football Previews and Broadcast Adjustments

As the NFL season approaches, fantasy football preparations are in full swing. ESPN has released comprehensive cheat sheets for both PPR and non-PPR formats, along with depth chart analysis. Additionally, a detailed draft guide is available, featuring rankings, projections, and expert analysis. Fantasy analyst Eric Karabell has also identified potentially undervalued players like Derrick Henry and Patrick Mahomes who could be valuable draft picks. On the broadcast side, ESPN analyst Troy Aikman will have his role in "Monday Night Football" broadcasts limited in the lead-up to games, a move described as similar to restrictions placed on Tom Brady during his Fox broadcasts, due to Aikman's consulting role with the Dolphins.