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Ja'Marr Chase Avoids Serious Injury After Left Knee Scare at Bengals Practice
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase described his left knee injury as a hyperextension following a practice incident on Tuesday.
Christian Gonzalez Frustrated by Stalled Patriots Contract Extension Talks
Cornerback Christian Gonzalez expressed disappointment regarding ongoing negotiations as the New England Patriots prepare for their September 9 opener.
Fantasy Sleepers: Ja'Kobi Lane Nets 38 Yards and TD in Preseason Debut
Ja'Kobi Lane caught all three targets for 38 yards and a touchdown as late-round rookie picks emerge for the 2026 fantasy football season.
Calvin Austin III Carted Off Giants Practice Following Serious Knee Injury
Giants receiver Calvin Austin III suffered a serious right knee injury during a 1-on-1 drill against cornerback Deonte Banks on Tuesday.
Patrick Mahomes Targets Week 1 Start After December ACL and LCL Surgery
Patrick Mahomes has participated in every training camp practice since late July and expects to start for the Chiefs against Denver on Sept. 14.
Big Ten to Bar NFL Players from Return Following LSU Roster Additions
The Big Ten is set to pass a rule Tuesday prohibiting athletes who signed pro contracts or appeared on NFL rosters from returning to school.
New Study Finds 25% of Deceased NFL Players Had CTE Between 2016-2021
A study published by the British Medical Journal found that at least 219 of 878 NFL players who died over a six-year period had CTE.
Commanders Release Safety Will Harris; Drake Jackson Placed on Injured Reserve
The Washington Commanders released veteran safety Will Harris on Tuesday and moved linebacker Drake Jackson to injured reserve with a hamstring injury.
Bears and Broncos Lead Five NFL Teams Predicted to Decline in 2026
After the 2025 Chicago Bears posted a league-high plus-22 turnover margin, analyst Bill Barnwell projects a significant win total drop for the 11-6 squad.
Josh Sweat Activated Off PUP List Following Career-High 12-Sack Season
Pass rusher Josh Sweat returned to the field Monday after being activated from the physically unable to perform list by the Arizona Cardinals.
Randy Moss and Jamaal Charles Inducted Into ESPN Fantasy Football Hall of Fame
The ESPN Fantasy Football Hall of Fame inducted Randy Moss and Jamaal Charles during the 2026 Fantasy Football Marathon.
Field's Favorites 2026: Herbert at QB6 and Henry's 12 Games of 125 Rushing Yards
Field Yates identifies Justin Herbert and Justin Jefferson as top 2026 targets, noting Herbert's 498 rushing yards in 2025 and Henry's 13 high-scoring games.
NFL Roster Projection: 32 Teams Face 6 P.M. ET Sunday Cut-Down Deadline
NFL teams must finalize a 53-man roster by 6 p.m. ET on Sunday following the final week of preseason competition.
Malik Nabers Sheds No-Contact Jersey for Live Drills Ahead of Week 1
Giants receiver Malik Nabers took three reps in 11-on-11 drills Monday as he recovers from a torn ACL and meniscus.
Makai Lemon Returns to Full Practice Ahead of Sept. 13 Season Opener
Rookie receiver Makai Lemon participated fully in Monday's practice after missing eight sessions with a hamstring injury sustained on Aug. 3.
Texans Trade Jaylen Reed to Patriots for WR Kayshon Boutte
Houston acquired Kayshon Boutte in exchange for safety Jaylen Reed and a 2028 seventh-round pick after Jayden Higgins suffered a season-ending ACL tear.
Saints Sign Two-Time All-Pro Daniel Carlson After Preseason Kicking Struggles
New Orleans is signing veteran kicker Daniel Carlson following a preseason where Tanner Brown went 2-for-3 and Charlie Smyth missed his only attempt.
Matt and Mike LaFleur Meet as Head Coaches for Packers-Cardinals Practice
Green Bay Packers coach Matt LaFleur hosts his younger brother, Arizona Cardinals coach Mike LaFleur, for a joint practice this Wednesday.
Steelers at 'Impasse' With CB Joey Porter Jr. Amid Back Injury and Contract Talks
Coach Mike McCarthy confirmed the Pittsburgh Steelers are at an impasse with Joey Porter Jr. as the cornerback remains on the PUP list.
Browns Name Deshaun Watson Starting QB for Week 1 Road Opener in Jacksonville
Deshaun Watson will start for the Cleveland Browns in Week 1 after completing 5 of 12 passes for 35 yards in his most recent preseason appearance.
Mike Vrabel Clarifies 'Deep Team' Comments After Patriots-Eagles Preseason Game
Mike Vrabel explained his 'not a very deep team' remark on WEEI, citing the need to develop backups behind starters Drake Maye and A.J. Brown.
Bud Clark Breaks Ankle in Seahawks' 19-16 Preseason Loss to Titans
Rookie safety Bud Clark suffered a broken right ankle on the first defensive play of Seattle's 19-16 preseason defeat against Tennessee.
Raiders RB Ashton Jeanty Suffers Ankle Sprain During Sunday Practice Session
Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty was helped off the field Sunday with a sprained ankle after diving for a Kirk Cousins pass.
Saints Acquire Zamir White from 49ers in Exchange for LB Deion Jones
The New Orleans Saints traded veteran linebacker Deion Jones to the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday night to acquire 26-year-old running back Zamir White.