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Cam Skattebo Details Retirement Thoughts After Open Ankle Fracture
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo considered retiring one month into his recovery from an open fracture of his right ankle.
Bengals DE Shemar Stewart Returns to Practice After Training Camp Knee Injury
Shemar Stewart practiced for the first time on Wednesday since suffering a hyperextended left knee during the Bengals' first training camp session in July.
Nick Bosa Returns to Full Practice for First Time Since Week 3 ACL Tear
49ers defensive end Nick Bosa participated in team drills Wednesday, marking his first full session since his right ACL injury last season.
2026 Fantasy Football: Lamar Jackson Eyes Top 5 Finish and James Cook III Leads NFL
Lamar Jackson averaged 27.6 FPPG before his Week 4 injury last season, while James Cook III led the NFL with 1,612 rushing yards.
Panthers RB Jonathon Brooks Misses Two Practices Due to Soreness
Jonathon Brooks sat out the first two practices following the NFL cut-down deadline, though coach Dave Canales expects him available for Week 1.
Lions Move Isiah Pacheco to IR with MCL Sprain and Back Injury
The Detroit Lions placed 27-year-old running back Isiah Pacheco on injured reserve Tuesday due to an MCL sprain and a training camp back injury.
Raiders RB Ashton Jeanty Uncertain for Week 1 After Ankle Sprain
Las Vegas Raiders RB Ashton Jeanty is recovering from a sprained ankle as the team prepares for its season opener against the Miami Dolphins.
Bears GM Ryan Poles Uncertain if CB Kyler Gordon Will Play Again
Chicago Bears cornerback Kyler Gordon will miss at least the first four games of the season after being placed on the reserve/PUP list due to a calf injury.
Malik Nabers Noncommittal for Week 1 Opener vs. Cowboys After Torn ACL
Wide receiver Malik Nabers is progressing toward the Giants' Sept. 13 season opener against Dallas following a torn ACL last year.
Browns Keep 3 QBs on 53-Man Roster as Dillon Gabriel Moves to IR
Cleveland will carry Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders, and Taylen Green while Dillon Gabriel recovers from a back injury suffered in the preseason finale.
Cowboys LB Marist Liufau Slated for Surgery After Forearm Fracture in 27-24 Loss
Marist Liufau suffered a fractured left forearm during the first quarter of the Dallas Cowboys' 27-24 preseason finale loss to the New Orleans Saints.
J.J. McCarthy Ruled Out of Vikings Preseason Finale Following Ankle Injury
Quarterback J.J. McCarthy will not participate in the Minnesota Vikings' final preseason game against the Denver Broncos after sustaining an ankle injury against Baltimore.
Jets RB Chip Trayanum Hospitalized with Neck Injury After Scoring TD vs. Giants
Rookie Chip Trayanum was transported to a local medical facility following a neck injury sustained on the final play of the first half against the Giants.
Packers Sign Jonnu Smith to One-Year Deal Following 222-Yard Steelers Season
The Green Bay Packers signed veteran tight end Jonnu Smith to a one-year contract to bolster a depth chart impacted by Luke Musgrave's neck injury.
Wan'Dale Robinson Evaluated for Concussion After Xavier Woods Hit
Tennessee Titans wide receiver Wan'Dale Robinson is undergoing a concussion evaluation following a collision with Chicago Bears safety Xavier Woods.
Texans RT Braden Smith Avoids Major Foot Injury After Being Carted Off Practice
Braden Smith avoided a long-term foot injury after being carted off the field Wednesday, though the veteran tackle faces a multi-week absence.
Colts Activate Alec Pierce Off PUP Following 1,003-Yard 2025 Season
Wide receiver Alec Pierce was activated off the physically unable to perform list Thursday as he recovers from March ankle surgery.
Lamar Jackson Records Career-Low 67 Carries Following 2025 Injury Struggles
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson finished the 2025 season with a career-low 67 rush attempts after missing six games due to various ailments.
Calvin Austin III Out for Season After Tearing ACL at Giants Training Camp
Wide receiver Calvin Austin III will miss the entire 2026 campaign following a torn ACL sustained during a non-contact drill at Tuesday's practice.
Klint Kubiak Says Ashton Jeanty 'On the Mend' After Sunday Practice Injury
Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty is recovering from a suspected ankle sprain suffered during a Sunday practice session.
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.
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.
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.