NFL Football 3h Briefing
×Last updated: August 12, 2026, 9:34 AM ET
Fantasy Football & Rookies
Mike Clay released fantasy draft tips espn.com for nontraditional leagues, guiding managers toward a title. Meanwhile, NFL rookies like Jeremiyah Love, Drew Allar and Carnell Tate used their first paychecks espn.com on exotic pets, family houses and Legos.
Stadium & Politics
The Bills opened Highmark Stadium espn.com with "Return of the Blue & Red night," the first public event at the new venue. Former NFL sideline reporter Michele Tafoya espn.com won the GOP primary in Minnesota and will compete for an open U.S. Senate seat.
Player Health & Futures
Matt Hasselbeck espn.com spent two days undergoing scans and tests as part of an effort to detect CTE in living former players. The 2026 season will determine whether Bo Nix espn.com can become Denver's long-term franchise quarterback after two winning seasons.
Commanders Revamp
After a 5-12 campaign, Dan Quinn espn.com implemented a master plan to sharpen the Washington Commanders, emphasizing competition and restoring a lost edge.