NFL Football 3h Briefing
×Last updated: August 12, 2026, 3:32 PM ET
Quarterback Updates
Aaron Rodgers espn.com admitted he hoped the Steelers' preseason opener would be in Green Bay and said a return to Lambeau Field after retirement “has to be an invite.” In Denver, Bo Nix espn.com enters a critical 2026 season that will determine whether he is the Broncos’ long-term franchise quarterback. Down in Atlanta, Tagovailoa espn.com is coming on strong in Falcons camp while the team manages its quarterback room.
Injuries and Roster Moves
Buccaneers wide receiver Emeka Egbuka espn.com limped off during a joint practice with the Jets on Wednesday and did not return. Meanwhile, Panthers coach Dave Canales confirmed that running back Jonathon Brooks espn.com is “ready to rock” and will play in Saturday’s preseason road test against the Bills.
Training Camp Buzz
A comprehensive notebook espn.com from visits to 11 teams reveals updates on Josh Downs, Keion White, Jalen Hurts, and more. In Chicago, new offensive coordinator Ben Johnson has set an audacious goal: he wants the Bears to be the highest-scoring offense espn.com ever, even beyond winning the Super Bowl.
Off the Field
Former NFL sideline reporter Michele Tafoya espn.com won the Republican Senate primary in Minnesota and will now compete for an open U.S. Senate seat. Ex-quarterback Matt Hasselbeck espn.com recently underwent two days of scans and tests as part of a research effort to detect CTE in living former players. Several rookies—including Jeremiyah Love, Drew Allar, and Carnell Tate—shared how they are spending their first pro paychecks espn.com after signing their initial contracts.
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