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Michael Penix Jr. Cleared for 11-on-11s After Falcons' 34-6 Win Over Colts
Head coach Kevin Stefanski announced Michael Penix Jr. is fully cleared to practice following Atlanta's 34-6 preseason victory against Indianapolis.
NFL Win Rates 2.0: Micah Parsons Faces 54% Double-Team Rate in Metric Update
ESPN's 2026 NFL win rates update reveals Micah Parsons leads the league with a 54% chip and double-team rate, while Nick Herbig's win rate fell to 14.3%.
Steelers Shut Out 17-0 by Jets as Howard and Allar Combine for 2 INTs
The Pittsburgh Steelers suffered a 17-0 preseason loss to the New York Jets on Friday night as quarterbacks Will Howard and Drew Allar combined for zero points.
Bo Nix Returns from Ankle Injury with TD Pass in Broncos' 33-13 Loss to Packers
Quarterback Bo Nix completed 6-of-9 passes for 76 yards and a touchdown in his first preseason appearance since undergoing two offseason ankle surgeries.
Nick Chubb Retires After 8 Seasons, 7,349 Rushing Yards and 54 Touchdowns
Veteran running back Nick Chubb announced his retirement Friday night following a 506-yard rushing season with the Houston Texans.
Jake Bobo Suffers Serious Knee Injury During Seahawks-Titans Joint Practice
Seahawks wide receiver Jake Bobo was carted off the field with a serious right knee injury during a Friday practice session against the Tennessee Titans.
2026 NFL Roster Rankings: Josh Allen and Ja'Marr Chase Lead Top Units
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen leads the 2026 NFL roster rankings after a 2024 MVP season where he topped all QBs in rushing touchdowns.
Jackson, Eluemunor Pulled as Fights Mar Giants-Dolphins Joint Practice
Offensive tackles Austin Jackson and Jermaine Eluemunor were removed from Thursday's Giants-Dolphins joint practice following multiple physical altercations and punches.
NFL Levies $500,000 Fines Against Cowboys and Saints After Practice Brawls
The NFL Competition Committee penalized the Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints $500,000 each following a Tuesday practice session marred by body slams and helmet tossing.
Raiders Edge Texans 22-20 as Kubiak Extends Quarterback Competition
Aidan O'Connell recorded 166 passing yards and a rushing touchdown to lead the Las Vegas Raiders to a 22-20 victory over the Houston Texans.
NFL Preseason Week 2: 49ers Win 41-17; Raiders Edge Texans 22-20
Jacob Cowing recorded an 83-yard punt return touchdown in the San Francisco 49ers' 41-17 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers during NFL preseason Week 2.
Vita Vea Ends Hold-In With $30M Guaranteed Extension and $6M Pay Raise
Vita Vea signed a one-year extension worth $30 million in guaranteed money for 2027 after a 22-day training camp hold-in.
Aaron Donald Completes Second Rams Workout as Retirement Decision Looms
Defensive tackle Aaron Donald worked out at the Rams' Woodland Hills facility on Saturday, marking his second session this training camp.
Fernando Mendoza Eyes Texans Start After 97-Yard Preseason Debut
Raiders rookie Fernando Mendoza prepares for Thursday's 8 p.m. ET kickoff against Houston following his 97-yard passing performance against Arizona.
Sam LaPorta Sidelined by Hip Injury Ahead of Lions Season Opener
Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta is missing practice time due to a hip flare-up, putting his availability for the September 13 matchup against New Orleans in question.
Saquon Barkley Slams Joint Practices After Hurts Throws 5 Interceptions
Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley expressed his distaste for multi-day joint sessions following a Thursday practice marked by five Jalen Hurts interceptions.
A.J. Brown, Jalen Hurts Reunite After 1,003-Yard Season and Trade Rift
New England Patriots receiver A.J. Brown and Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts met for several minutes on a visitors practice field Thursday.
Jer'Zhan Newton Undergoes Surgery for Torn Pec Following 20-7 Preseason Win
Washington Commanders defensive lineman Jer'Zhan Newton underwent surgery Wednesday to repair a torn pectoral muscle sustained during a 20-7 victory against Miami.
Colts TE Tyler Warren Exits Joint Practice With Groin Injury After 76-Catch Season
Indianapolis Colts tight end Tyler Warren, the No. 14 pick in 2025, sustained a groin injury during a joint practice with the Atlanta Falcons.
A.J. Brown Catches 6 Passes Against Eagles in First Practice Since Trade
A.J. Brown hauled in six targets from Drake Maye during joint practices in Foxborough, marking his first action against the Eagles since his June trade.
Dak Prescott Hits Three TDs in Joint Practice at Cowboys Training Camp
Dak Prescott completed 20 of 25 passes during a joint practice session against the New Orleans Saints at Cowboys training camp.
Bucs, Vita Vea Agree to One-Year Extension With $30 Million Guaranteed
Defensive tackle Vita Vea has ended his hold-in after securing a one-year extension that provides $30 million in guaranteed money.
Tyler Biadasz Sustains ACL Damage During Chargers Joint Practice Session
Los Angeles Chargers center Tyler Biadasz is sidelined indefinitely after suffering ACL damage and left knee injuries during an 11-on-11 drill on Tuesday.
Shedeur Sanders to Start Preseason Game 2 After 6-of-11 Debut for Browns
Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders will start Saturday's preseason game following his 79-yard performance against the Chicago Bears.