NFL Football 3h Briefing
×Last updated: August 12, 2026, 9:29 PM ET
Quarterback News
The Browns will start Deshaun Watson espn.com in their preseason opener Saturday in Chicago, with Shedeur Sanders set for the second preseason game. In Minnesota, former starter J.J. McCarthy espn.com said the decision to name Kyler Murray the winner of the Vikings' quarterback competition was "out of my control." Meanwhile, Bo Nix espn.com will sit out Denver’s preseason opener Friday as he continues recovering from two ankle surgeries, though the team expects him to play in its final two warmup games.
Roster Moves
The Panthers added to their tight end room by agreeing to a one-year deal with former Pro Bowler Darren Waller espn.com, a source told ESPN. Linebacker Elandon Roberts espn.com is returning to the Steelers on a one-year contract, according to a source.