NFL Football 3h Briefing
×Last updated: August 12, 2026, 6:23 PM ET
Broncos & Bo Nix
The Denver Broncos are sitting rookie quarterback Bo Nix espn.com for Friday's preseason opener, instead expecting him to play in the final two warm-up games. With his recovery from ankle surgeries on track, the 2026 season will be critical espn.com for determining whether he can become the franchise's long-term alpha quarterback.
Veteran Signals
Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce espn.com insists he can still play at a high level in what could be his final NFL season, and he wants to be more accountable as a leader. Meanwhile, Aaron Rodgers expressed disappointment that the Steelers' preseason opener isn't in Green Bay and discussed a potential post-retirement return to Lambeau Field, saying it “has to be an invite.” espn.com
Training Camp Roundup
Buccaneers wide receiver Emeka Egbuka espn.com limped off with a minor toe injury during a joint practice with the Jets and did not return. In Atlanta, Tagovailoa espn.com is coming on strong while Penix remains sidelined. A comprehensive camp notebook espn.com updates the latest on Josh Downs, Boston, Jalen Hurts and more across 11 teams. And for the league’s newest pros, spending their first paycheck espn.com was a memorable milestone.