Kyle Shanahan feels better, will coach preseason opener
Nearly a month after he was in a serious car accident, 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan says he is mostly recovered and will coach the team’s preseason opener against the Titans on Thursday. “I’m doing real good. My body feels good. I’ve just got to get this annoying cast off,”
Three NFL owners who can’t stop getting in their own team’s way
Owning an NFL team requires enough money to purchase a small country and enough restraint to let qualified football people do their jobs. Some NFL owners only meet the first requirement. There is nothing wrong with an owner being involved. Problems begin when involvement becomes interference, and every football decision
Ty Simpson will play in the preseason; no decision has been made about Stetson Bennett playing
As the Rams prepare for the first of their three preseason games, coach Sean McVay has made a decision as to whether one of his top backup quarterbacks will play. As to the other, McVay has not. McVay told reporters on Saturday that rookie first-rounder Ty Simpson “definitely” will play.
Commanders LT Laremy Tunsil Suffers Triceps Tear
The Commanders are set to open the season without their starting left tackle. Laremy Tunsil suffered a triceps tear during practice today, NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo and Steve Wyche report. The injury will likely require surgery, per the report. Tunsil is now on track to miss “at least a significant portion”
Report: Panthers are expected to sign QB Kyle Trask
Panthers quarterback Haynes King injured his hamstring in the Hall of Fame Game this week and they are set to add another quarterback to the roster for the coming practice week. Mike Kaye of the Charlotte Observer reports that they will sign Kyle Trask. Trask recently worked out for the
Buy or sell: First-time eligible players for 2027 Pro Football Hall of Fame class
The 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame class, headlined by Drew Brees and Larry Fitzgerald, took its place in Canton, Ohio, on Saturday afternoon. Now that this year’s class has their gold jackets, let’s take a look ahead to some players who will be first-time eligible in 2027 and buy
Ja Morant Responds to WWE’s Kevin Owens Wearing ‘Jurassic Park’ Colorway of Nike Signature Shoe
Portland Trail Blazers guard Ja Morant reacted to WWE Superstar Kevin Owens wearing a pair of his signature shoes during Friday night’s episode of SmackDown. In response to a post on X from Complex Sneakers about KO donning the Nike Ja 3 Jurassic Park Explorer shoes, Morant posted a fire
Commanders Sign OL Daniel Brunskill, Nicholas Petit-Frere
The Commanders announced the signings of offensive linemen Daniel Brunskill and Nicholas Petit-Frere on Saturday. The moves come one day after star left tackle Laremy Tunsil left practice with an injury to his shoulder/neck area. He is being evaluated with the potential to miss some practice time depending on the
Roger Craig’s 1,000-yard rushing, 1,000-yard receiving season set a new standard
When 49ers running back Roger Craig had 1,050 rushing yards and 1,016 receiving yards in 1985, he was doing something previously unthinkable in the NFL. Not only had no player ever gained 1,000 yards both rushing and receiving in a season, no player had ever had even 800 yards both
Giants get another Cam Skattebo injury scare in training camp
The New York Giants didn’t win many games last season, but they gained a celebrity. Cam Skattebo became a fan favorite right out of the gate. His playful nature, aggressive running style, and antics made him the talk of the hour in the Big Apple. However, his rookie season was
Storm Eliminated From 2026 WNBA Playoff Contention, Updated Bracket Picture and Standings
The Seattle Storm are officially out of the running for the 2026 WNBA Playoffs. The Storm were eliminated from postseason contention with the Washington Mystics’ Friday night win over the Atlanta Dream, per ESPN’s Alexa Philippou. Seattle is the first team this season to be knocked out of the WNBA
Kyler Murray Still Leading Vikings’ QB Battle; J.J. McCarthy Still Competing
While the Vikings have split reps between QB1 contenders Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy over the first week or so of training camp, ESPN’s Kevin Seifert reports that there have been “plenty of indications that Murray remains the heavy favorite to win the job.” Throughout the spring and summer, both
Mark Wilf: Our family intends to be part of the Vikings for a “very, very long time”
The Wilfs have owned the Vikings for 21 years. They don’t plan to end their tenure any time soon. Earlier this year, local speculation emerged that the Wilfs could sell based on a massive drop in spending from 2025 to 2026. The team quickly got the word out that it’s
Recent RB megadeals should inspire Bills’ James Cook to seek another new contract
Within the past week, the Atlanta Falcons gave superstar running back Bijan Robinson a massive new contract extension that temporarily made him the highest-paid running back in football. That was followed by the Indianapolis Colts giving their own superstar at the position, Jonathan Taylor, a new contract extension that put
Jahmyr Gibbs Reflects on ‘Stressful’ Lions Contract Negotiations After Historic Deal
Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs is now the NFL’s highest-paid running back after agreeing to an historical deal on Thursday, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Gibbs, who had been holding in at Lions’ training camp while the deal was negotiated, discussed the stress of the situation to reporters on Friday,
Bears Sign S Xavier Woods
With injured Bears safety Coby Bryant likely to miss approximately two months, the team is bringing in another experienced option at the position. The Bears have signed nine-year veteran Xavier Woods, the team announced. To make room for Woods, the Bears placed defensive back Dallis Flowers on injured reserve. Woods
Seahawks sign LB Power Echols
The Seahawks have made a roster move. Seattle announced the club has signed linebacker Power Echols on Friday. Echols, 23, entered the league last year as an undrafted free agent out of North Carolina. He spent time with the Bears and Texans in 2025, though he didn’t appear in a
Chiefs’ Reid gives major Mahomes update for preseason opener
The Kansas City Chiefs will open the preseason portion of their calendar with a home game versus the Los Angeles Rams on Aug. 15. Some previously wondered if Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes could take some snaps against the Rams as part of his ongoing recovery from the torn ACL and torn LCL that
O’Cyrus Torrence, Bills Reportedly Agree to $78.4M Contract Ahead of 2026 NFL Season
O’Cyrus Torrence, one of the key members of a dominant Buffalo Bills offensive line, has been rewarded with a contract extension. Per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, the Bills and Torrence have agreed to terms on a four-year, $78.4 million deal that includes more than $46 million in guaranteed money. This
Lions, Jahmyr Gibbs Agree To Extension
An extension spree at the running back position formed this week. Going last will be the Lions, who are paying Jahmyr Gibbs with two years of control remaining on his rookie deal. Gibbs and the Lions agreed to a three-year, $67.5MM extension, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports. Detroit guaranteed Gibbs $51.5MM.
Sean McVay declines to discuss Rams’ plans for Australia travel
On most topics raised during a press conference, Rams coach Sean McVay is willing to provide reporters with an answer. On the subject of his team’s travel plans to Australia for a Week 1 game against the 49ers, he is not. Amid reports that the Rams will barnstorm in and
Bucs’ Bowles, Licht send different messages on future of Vea
On Wednesday, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times shared that the agent for disgruntled Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Vita Vea warned that he doesn’t see Vea’s situation “ending in anything but a trade at this point.” Vea is set to enter the final season of a four-year, $71M
Carson Beck, Kenny Pickett’s Box Score Stats & Highlights from Panthers-Cardinals Hall of Fame Game
Carson Beck made quite the preseason debut on Thursday night. The Arizona Cardinals rookie quarterback led his team to three scoring drives in the first half of Thursday’s Hall of Fame Game, making a strong first impression. Here’s how he fared, alongside Carolina Panthers’ backup Kenny Pickett (who started in
Jaguars Sign LB Jahlani Tavai
Jahlani Tavai has found a new home. The veteran linebacker has signed with the Jaguars, according to Ryan O’Halloran of The Florida Times-Union. To make room on the roster, the team waived LB Jared Bartlett with an injury designation. The Jaguars had Tavai in for a visit earlier today. This
Jahmyr Gibbs agrees to three-year deal worth $22.5 million annually
Jahmyr Gibbs’ return to practice was a sign that a long-term deal with the Lions was close. Indeed, according to a source, the running back has agreed to a three-year, $67.5 million deal that could be worth up to $75.75 million. He will receive $51.5 million in guarantees. His deal
Five QBs who could write NFL’s next great redemption story
Two years ago, Sam Darnold looked destined to become another cautionary tale. After stops with the Jets, Panthers and 49ers, few expected the former No. 3 overall pick to revive his career. Now, Darnold enters 2026 as the reigning Super Bowl champion after leading the Seahawks to their second Lombardi Trophy. His journey is a reminder
Henry To’oTo’o, Texans Reportedly Agree to New Contract Ahead of 2026 NFL Season
The Houston Texans and linebacker Henry To’oTo’o agreed to a two-year, $16 million extension on Thursday, according to NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo and Ian Rapoport. To’oTo’o, a fifth-round pick in the 2023 NFL draft, was entering the final year of his rookie deal. The 25-year-old made 14 appearances as a
Texans, Henry To’oTo’o Agree To Extension
The Texans have worked out another deal with a key member of their defense. Linebacker Henry To’oTo’o has agreed to a two-year extension, Mike Garafolo and Ian Rapoport of NFL Network report. This is a $16MM pact, per the report. The deal can reach a maximum of $17MM, KPRC2’s Aaron Wilson adds.
Chris Shula would be “really excited” about Aaron Donald returning (if he does)
All signs continue to point to a potential return to the Rams by defensive tackle Aaron Donald, who retired after the 2023 season. Everyone on the outside is thinking about what it would mean for the team. Folks on the inside are thinking about it, too. “Obviously, I’d be really
Packers safety predicted to have an All-Pro season in 2026
There are certainly high expectations for the Green Bay Packers in 2026. There always seems to be high expectations for the Packers. They don’t call Green Bay “Title Town” for no reason. Simply put, the Packers believe they have the talent to compete for the Super Bowl. They believed they
Mike Macdonald provides update on Zach Charbonnet’s rehab
Zach Charbonnet underwent surgery to repair the torn anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee on Feb. 20. He started training camp on the active/physically unable to perform list, and it seems likely he will begin the season on the reserve/PUP list. Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald provided an update on
Commanders To Sign Stefon Diggs
After a long stay in free agency, four-time Pro Bowler wide receiver Stefon Diggs has finally found his next team. Diggs is joining the Commanders, veteran insider Jordan Schultz reports. He has agreed to a one-year deal worth up to $12MM, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. Although Diggs was
Bijan Robinson’s congratulations included a text from Matthew McConaughey
Yes, Matthew McConaughey is a Commanders fan. But he’s also a Texas supporter. An so he supports Texas players in the NFL. One Texas player who has done very well in the NFL is Falcons running back Bijan Robinson. Via J.J. Post of ESPN, Robinson told reporters that McConaughey was
Zay Flowers told Ravens which player should get paid next
Zay Flowers had barely finished celebrating his own contract extension before turning his attention toward another teammate. The Baltimore Ravens signed Flowers to a four-year, $140 million extension with $108 million guaranteed. It is a massive commitment to the two-time Pro Bowl receiver, who led the team with 86 catches and 1,211
Bijan Robinson Reveals Jahmyr Gibbs Advice During Contract Talks, Says Lions RB ‘Deserves It All’
Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson detailed his recent conversation with Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs regarding their respective contract situations. “We just told each other, ‘Just hang in there, everything’s going to get done, everything’s going to be all right,'” Robinson said Wednesday, per ESPN’s Marc Raimondi. “And
Offseason In Review: Baltimore Ravens
2025’s final regular-season game saw the Ravens play the Steelers for top spot in the AFC North. A win would have allowed Baltimore to reach the playoffs despite a 1-5 start to the year, but rookie kicker Tyler Loop’s missed field goal at the end of regulation resulted in the
Jadeveon Clowney: Logan Hall gave me the No. 90 jersey without me asking for it
Sometimes, when a high-profile player arrives on a team and wants a jersey number that’s already taken, it leads to a contentious issue in the locker room, or a high-priced negotiation. That was not the case with the Texans No. 90 jersey. Logan Hall, who had been No. 90 in
Insider shares warning about Jahmyr Gibbs contract standoff after Bijan Robinson deal
For months, the perception has existed that the second of the two players between Jahmyr Gibbs of the Detroit Lions and Atlanta Falcons star Bijan Robinson who signed a contract extension this summer would become the new highest-paid running back in the NFL. It’s now known that Robinson and the Falcons recently agreed to a
Seahawks HBO ‘Hard Knocks’ 2026 Best Fan Tweets, Memes from Episode 1
The unofficial start to football season is here. The first episode of Hard Knocks aired on HBO Max on Tuesday, giving fans an inside look into the preparation that goes into the season. This year’s season follows the Seattle Seahawks as they look to defend their Super Bowl title. It’s
Ravens, Zay Flowers Agree To Extension
Extension talks between Zay Flowers and the Ravens have resulted in an agreement. A long-term deal is now in place, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports. The news has since been confirmed by the team. This is a four-year, $140MM extension, per Schefter. He adds the pact contains $108MM in guarantees. Flowers had his
Shedeur Sanders, Deshaun Watson will each get a preseason start
Browns coach Todd Monken originally hoped to name a starting quarterback by the offseason program. That didn’t happen, with the competition continuing into training camp. Monken finally has revealed his timeline for a decision. He told Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network that Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson will each start
Robinson extension continues curious Falcons offseason strategy
Falcons spend big money on core without a quarterback Robinson, 24, was widely expected to reset the running back market with his second contract, but the massive number — representing a 21.4 percent increase — is surprising. But after years of backs being undervalued, the contract is a course correction.
Shedeur Sanders, Deshaun Watson Preseason Plan Revealed in Latest NFL Rumors on Browns QB Battle
The quarterback battle between Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson gives Cleveland Browns fans something to watch during the preseason, and head coach Todd Monken has already laid out a plan for how he’ll go about the competition. “He’s gonna start one quarterback in the first preseason game, the other will
Minor NFL Transactions: 8/4/26
Here are Tuesday’s minor moves: Carolina Panthers Chicago Bears Cincinnati Bengals Cleveland Browns Claimed (from Cardinals): DT Coziah Izzard Signed: CB Tyler Hall Waived: T Jack Conley Waived/injured: WR Aaron Anderson Detroit Lions Green Bay Packers Houston Texans New England Patriots Pittsburgh Steelers Seattle Seahawks Blackshear worked out for the
Aaron Rodgers had undisclosed illness before playoff loss to Texans
If Aaron Rodgers was looking a little pale before Pittsburgh’s playoff loss to the Texans, it wasn’t because he was about to face the best defense in the NFL. As explained by Mike Silver of The Athletic, Rodgers was sick before the 30-6 home loss to Houston in the wild-card
Brown, Gonzalez nearly scuffle during Patriots training camp
The New England Patriots wanted to add A.J. Brown to the mix this offseason, with everything that comes with him. The talented wideout is also well-versed in the fine art of trash-talking and getting in the defense’s heads, and Christian Gonzalez is learning that firsthand. According to Mike Giardi of the
Justin Herbert, Chargers Hyped by NFL Insiders as ‘Deepest Roster’ Under Jim Harbaugh
Numerous sources told ESPN’s Dan Graziano believe that the Los Angeles Chargers currently have their “deepest roster” under head coach Jim Harbaugh, who is entering his third season at the helm. “Multiple people to whom I spoke said they believe this is the deepest roster the Chargers have had under
Falcons, RB Bijan Robinson Agree To Extension
Bijan Robinson‘s hold-in is set to come to an end. A Falcons extension has been worked out, as first reported by ESPN’s Adam Schefter and NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. Team and player have agreed to a three-year extension with a base value of $66.75MM. Robinson can earn up to $75MM
Andy Reid: Mia Bieniemy is improving every day, no timetable for Eric to return
Mia Bieniemy, the wife of Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy, is improving after she was shot in their home in Virginia on July 26. Although Mia Bieniemy remains hospitalized, she is doing better, according to Chiefs coach Andy Reid, who said Eric Bieniemy remains away from the team with no
Steelers seem poised to make surprising preseason move with Rodgers
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is set to enter his 22nd NFL season, but even he may benefit from playing in the preseason. Rodgers spoke to The Athletic’s Michael Silver for a story published on Monday. The article detailed how the 42-year-old QB is reconciling with new Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy,
















































