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Bengals | Ja'Marr Chase sits out Wednesday Wed Aug 26, 01:45 PM
Cincinnati Bengals WR Ja'Marr Chase (knee) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Aug. 26, because of his knee injury.
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Giants | Two players under contract Wed Aug 26, 01:34 PM
Free-agent WR Kobe Prentice (Patriots) and TE Josiah Deguara (49ers) signed with the New York Giants Wednesday, Aug. 26. Terms of the contracts were not disclosed.
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Browns | Brenden Bates cut from IR Wed Aug 26, 01:30 PM
Cleveland Browns TE Brenden Bates (undisclosed) was waived from the Reserve/Injured list Wednesday, Aug. 26.
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Falcons | Michael Penix to sit out Friday Wed Aug 26, 01:19 PM
Atlanta Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. (knee) will not play in the final preseason game Friday, Aug. 28, according to head coach Kevin Stefanski.
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Dolphins | Miami adding Coleman Bennett Wed Aug 26, 01:15 PM
Free-agent RB Coleman Bennett (Bears) agreed to terms on a one-year contract with the Miami Dolphins Wednesday, Aug. 26. Financial terms were not disclosed.
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Cardinals | James Conner uncertain for opener Wed Aug 26, 01:05 PM
Arizona Cardinals RB James Conner's (foot) availability for Week 1 is uncertain at this point, according to head coach Mike LaFleur.
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Packers | Tucker Kraft clocking in Wednesday Wed Aug 26, 11:37 AM
Green Bay Packers TE Tucker Kraft (knee) will participate in the joint practice Wednesday, Aug. 26.
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Browns | Cleveland expected to keep Taylen Green Wed Aug 26, 11:37 AM
Cleveland Browns QB Taylen Green is likely to make the team's 53-man roster, according to ESPN's Daniel Oyefusi, who writes that the Browns are looking at using 2026 as a 'redshirt year' for their sixth-round draft pick.
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Ravens | Rashod Bateman facing possible suspension Wed Aug 26, 11:37 AM
Baltimore Ravens WR Rashod Bateman could be suspended under the NFL's personal conduct policy after being arrested on family violence charges, according to ESPN's Jamison Hensley.
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Falcons | Michael Penix Jr. cleared for preseason finale Wed Aug 26, 11:37 AM
Updating a previous report, Atlanta Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. (knee) has been cleared medically to play in the preseason finale vs. Miami on Friday.
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Colts | Anthony Richardson to start final preseason game on Saturday Wed Aug 26, 11:37 AM
Indianapolis Colts QB Anthony Richardson will start the Colts' final preseason game against the Detroit Lions, according to HC Shane Steichen on Tuesday, Aug. 25. Steichen said the starters will play, except QB Daniel Jones and RB Jonathan Taylor. The starters will likely play just a series or two.
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Giants | Calvin Austin's season over Wed Aug 26, 09:42 AM
Updating a previous report, New York Giants WR Calvin Austin (knee) will miss the entire season due to a knee injury, according to a source.
Link to story Colts | Time running out on DJ Giddens Wed Aug 26, 12:53 AM
Indianapolis Colts RB DJ Giddens (hamstring) will be the 'odd man out' when it comes to the 53-man roster, in the opinion of ESPN's Stephen Holder, who notes that Giddens has been slowed by injuries during the preseason and does not offer the same versatility as rookie RB Seth McGowan.
Link to story Colts | Seth McGowan poised to back up Jonathan Taylor Wed Aug 26, 12:41 AM
Indianapolis Colts RB Seth McGowan looks to be in line to be the No. 2 back for the Colts and 'offer some real relief' to RB Jonathan Taylor, in the opinion of ESPN's Stephen Holder.
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Texans | Brevin Jordan could be released Wed Aug 26, 12:25 AM
Houston Texans TE Brevin Jordan (knee) has 'missed weeks of practice,' which is a 'recipe for not making the roster,' per ESPN's DJ Bien-Aime, who adds that the Texans could save some money by releasing Jordan.
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Steelers | Robert Tonyan likely to stick Wed Aug 26, 12:20 AM
Pittsburgh Steelers TE Robert Tonyan is expected to make the final roster as the team's No. 3 tight end, in the opinion of ESPN's Brooke Pryor.
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Steelers | Kaleb Johnson on the way out? Wed Aug 26, 12:11 AM
Pittsburgh Steelers RB Kaleb Johnson is not projected to make the team's 53-man roster, in the opinion of ESPN's Brooke Pryor, who writes that Johnson was 'buried' in the running back depth chart in camp and 'struggled to stand out.'
Link to story Steelers | Mason Rudolph to be QB2 in Pittsburgh Wed Aug 26, 12:02 AM
Pittsburgh Steelers QB Mason Rudolph will operate as the backup to QB Aaron Rodgers this season, according to ESPN's Brooke Pryor, who writes that there is a 'gulf' between Rudolph and young QBs Drew Allar and Will Howard, though Pryor expects the Steelers to keep all four quarterbacks on their 53-man roster.
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Browns | Raheim Sanders poised to be RB3 Tue Aug 25, 11:50 PM
Cleveland Browns RB Raheim Sanders has an edge over RB Ahmani Marshall for the No. 3 running back spot, in the opinion of ESPN's Daniel Oyefusi, who writes that Sanders has run the ball effectively and is adept in pass protection.
Link to story Bengals | Dohnte Meyers pushing for roster spot Tue Aug 25, 11:31 PM
Cincinnati Bengals WR Dohnte Meyers has the 'edge' over WR Charlie Jones for the final receiver spot on the 53-man roster, in the opinion of ESPN's Ben Baby, who writes that Meyers 'made a strong impression on everyone in the building' with an 'impressive' training camp.
Link to story Ravens | Rasheen Ali an IR candidate? Tue Aug 25, 11:10 PM
Baltimore Ravens RB Rasheen Ali (undisclosed) could begin the season on the Reserve/Injured list, in the opinion of ESPN's Jamison Hensley, who notes that Ali has missed considerable time with an undisclosed injury.
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49ers | Mike Evans sits out Tuesday Tue Aug 25, 08:58 PM
San Francisco 49ers WR Mike Evans (groin) did not practice on Tuesday, Aug. 25.
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Eagles | Eli Stowers sits out again Tuesday Tue Aug 25, 08:05 PM
Philadelphia Eagles TE Eli Stowers (hamstring) missed his second straight practice on Tuesday, Aug. 25 with a hamstring injury.
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Buccaneers | Deshawn McKnight placed on injured reserve Tue Aug 25, 06:52 PM
Tampa Bay Buccaneers DL Deshawn McKnight (hamstring) was placed on the reserve/injured list, according to a source on Tuesday, Aug. 25. The Buccaneers also waived RB Kadarius Calloway (undisclosed) with an injury settlement.
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Saints | Two Saints placed on injured reserve Tue Aug 25, 06:16 PM
New Orleans Saints RB Ty Chandler and TE Moliki Matavao were placed on the reserve/injured list on Tuesday, Aug. 25.
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Chargers | Luke Grimm waived with injury settlement Tue Aug 25, 06:06 PM
Los Angeles Chargers WR Luke Grimm was waived with an injury settlement, according to a source on Tuesday, Aug. 25.
Link to story Dolphins | Ryan Miller claimed off waivers Tue Aug 25, 06:02 PM
Former New York Giants WR Ryan Miller was claimed off waivers by the Miami Dolphins on Tuesday, Aug. 25. The Dolphins also waived WR Tahj Washington.
Link to story Dolphins | Chris Bell expected to debut in final preseason game Tue Aug 25, 05:58 PM
Miami Dolphins WR Chris Bell (knee) is expected to play in Friday's final preseason game against the Atlanta Falcons, according to HC Jeff Hafley on Tuesday, Aug. 25.
Link to story Giants | Calvin Austin carted off field Tuesday Tue Aug 25, 05:34 PM
New York Giants WR Calvin Austin (knee) was reportedly carted off from Tuesday's practice after going to the ground on 1-on-1 drills running a route and immediately grabbing his knee, according to a source on Tuesday, Aug. 25.
Link to story Cardinals | Trey Benson reverts back to injured reserve Tue Aug 25, 05:27 PM
Arizona Cardinals RB Trey Benson (knee) was not claimed on waivers and reverts back to the Cardinals' reserve/injured list, according to a source on Tuesday, Aug. 25.
Link to story Browns | Quinshon Judkins returns to team activities today Tue Aug 25, 05:20 PM
Cleveland Browns RB Quinshon Judkins (undisclosed) returned to team activity today after missing two practices last week and being limited to individual work yesterday, according to a source on Tuesday, Aug. 25.
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Bills | Josh Allen will not play in final preseason game Tue Aug 25, 05:06 PM
Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen will not play in the Bills' final preseason game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, though other starters will play, according to HC Joe Brady on Tuesday, Aug. 25.
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Vikings | Jeshaun Jones suspended for three games Tue Aug 25, 04:36 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Jeshaun Jones has been suspended for three games by the NFL for violating it's Substances of Abuse policy on Tuesday, Aug. 25.
Link to story Saints | Ty Chandler expected to miss 2026 season Tue Aug 25, 04:28 PM
New Orleans Saints RB Ty Chandler (knee) is expected to miss the 2026 NFL season, according to Saints HC Kellen Moore on Tuesday, Aug, 25.
| Footballguys view: Chandler was not expected to play a large role for the Saints this season, but he was making a case for the 53-man roster before his injury. Chandler returned the opening kick of the Saints' first preseason game for 86 yards to set up a touchdown, and had flashed explosive running ability while working with the second- and third-team offenses during camp. They'll be looking for another return man now. |
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Broncos | DEN signs Ron Stone Jr. to deal Tue Aug 25, 04:24 PM
Free-agent LB Ron Stone Jr. (Raiders) has been signed by the Denver Broncos, according to a source on Tuesday, Aug. 25. In a corresponding move, the Broncos released WR Hakeem Butler.
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Bengals | Ja'Marr Chase says 'he's good' Tue Aug 25, 03:49 PM
Cincinnati Bengals WR Ja'Marr Chase says 'he's good' following him leaving practice on Tuesday, Aug. 25, following a fall in practice.
| Footballguys view: Chase landed awkwardly while trying to catch a pass and limped off the field without assistance from the medical staff. Chase spoke to trainers, but never left the field. Chase said on 1530 ESPN that he felt he could have returned to practice, but the team "pulled me" out of caution. "A little hyperextension, but other than that I'm fine," Chase said. As ProFootballTalk.com suggested, the Bengals' caution could extend to limiting Chase's practice time in the coming days, but it does not sound like there's much reason to worry about his availability for the start of the regular season. |
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Buccaneers | Matthew Henry signs with Tampa Bay Tue Aug 25, 03:13 PM
Free agent WR Matthew Henry (49ers) signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Tuesday, Aug. 25.
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Chiefs | Patrick Mahomes has hit all his checkpoints Tue Aug 25, 03:10 PM
Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes told reporters on Tuesday, Aug. 25, that he has hit all his checkpoints coming back from ACL surgery.
| Footballguys view: Since he was cleared in late July to participate in all football activities for training camp, Mahomes has not missed any of the Chiefs' practices. "Being able to go out there, day after day, and have the grind of a camp, that can even be harder than the [regular] season," Mahomes said Tuesday. He hopes to hear that he is fully clear in a couple of weeks, when the Chiefs will be preparing to face the Broncos. Based on what we've seen to date, drafting Mahomes at his current QB15 ADP could lead to a nice return on investment. |
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Bengals | Ja'Marr Chase leaves practice Tue Aug 25, 03:01 PM
Cincinnati Bengals WR Ja'Marr Chase left practice early on Tuesday, Aug. 25, with an apparent injury after landing awkwardly.
| Footballguys view: Video of Chase landing awkwardly while trying to catch a pass and then limping off the field was all over social media on Tuesday afternoon. Fortunately, further reports from the practice field diminished immediate fears. Chase did not go to the locker room after making his way off the field and did not appear to be in pain as he spoke to his teammates on the sideline. We're still tracking the situation, but it looks like the Bengals dodged a bullet with their top receiver. |
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Lions | Kareem Hunt visits Detroit Tue Aug 25, 02:41 PM
Free agent RB Kareem Hunt (Chiefs) visited the Detroit Lions on Tuesday, Aug. 24.
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Steelers | Joaquin Davis cut Tue Aug 25, 01:59 PM
Pittsburgh Steelers WR Joaquin Davis was cut by the team on Tuesday, Aug. 25.
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Jets | Jason Sanders wins the NYJ kicking job Tue Aug 25, 01:57 PM
New York Jets K Jason Sanders has been named the team's kicker for Week 1, according to special teams coordinator Chris Banjo. In a corresponding move, the team waived K Cade York.
| Footballguys view: According to ProFootballTalk.com, that doesn't necessarily mean Sanders will be their kicker in Week 1 -- it's possible that the Jets could acquire another kicker before the start of the regular season -- but it at least leaves Sanders as the last kicker standing for now. Reporters at Jets practice have said that both York and Sanders have been struggling, but Sanders apparently has been better. The 30-year-old Sanders, who missed all of last season with a hip injury, had played his entire career with the Dolphins until they released him in March. |
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Jaguars | Brian Thomas Jr. is 'all right' Tue Aug 25, 01:27 PM
Jacksonville Jaguars WR Brian Thomas Jr. is 'all right' after suffering an apparent shoulder injury on Tuesday, Aug. 25, according to head coach Liam Coen.
| Footballguys view: Thomas hauled in a highlight-reel catch for a 40-yard gain, but came up grabbing his shoulder after the play. He was ultimately sidelined for the remainder of practice but ultimately avoided significant injury and isn't expected to miss much time ahead of the start of the regular season. While Parker Washington is the first Jaguars wideout off the board as WR30, Thomas appears to be on track for a rebound season, which is reflected in his WR33 ADP. |
Colts | Will Mallory could miss Week 1 Tue Aug 25, 01:26 PM
Indianapolis Colts TE Will Mallory could miss Week 1 with a thumb injury, according to head coach Shane Steichen.
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Colts | WR Alec Pierce expected to return to practice this week Tue Aug 25, 11:27 AM
Colts WR Alec Pierce (ankle) is expected to return to practice this week if all goes to plan, according to coach Shane Steichen.
| Footballguys view: Steichen noted that the team has not had conversations about keeping Pierce, who has been sidelined since undergoing offseason ankle surgery, on the physically unable to perform list to start the season, another sign that the team is planning on having him for early in the season -- if not Week 1 itself. Pierce, 26, signed a four-year, $114 million deal with the Colts in March to stick with the club. He's coming off his best season, having caught 47 passes for 1,003 yards with six touchdowns in 15 games in 2025. He's being drafted as WR40 in Round 8. |
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Colts | DJ Giddens back at practice Tue Aug 25, 11:25 AM
Indianapolis Colts RB DJ Giddens (hamstring) returned to practice Tuesday, Aug. 25.
| Footballguys view: Giddens has been sidelined since early this month. That said, it seems he's returning more quickly than initially expected, and the opener against Baltimore is still weeks away. Giddens ran for 96 yards on 26 carries in nine games as a rookie last year. Rookie Seth McGowan may have locked down the RB2 role behind Jonathan Taylor in Giddens' absence. We'll see if that changes between now and Week 1. |
Raiders | More on Ashton Jeanty Tue Aug 25, 10:02 AM
Updating previous reports, Las Vegas Raiders RB Ashton Jeanty's (ankle) injury is believed to be an ankle sprain that is more low than high. There is a chance he's unavailable for Week 1.
| Footballguys view: While Jeanty playing Week 1 against the Dolphins seems overly optimistic at this point, the outlook is clearly improving. Jeanty will certainly sit out Thursday's preseason finale versus the 49ers, and, as CBSSports.com suggests, his status for the start of the regular season will be determined by his ability to get back on the practice field over the next two weeks. It's safe to say we'll all be tracking that closely. Meanwhile, rookie Mike Washington would be in line to serve as the Raiders' feature back if Jeanty ends up sitting out Week 1. |
Panthers | Darren Waller unlikely to play Friday Tue Aug 25, 01:13 AM
Carolina Panthers TE Darren Waller will likely be held out of the team's preseason game against the Houston Texans on Friday, Aug. 28. He is expected to take part in some team drills during the joint practice session, however.
| Footballguys view: Waller officially signed with the Panthers last Monday. The 33-year-old would not end up taking part in the joint practice with the Jacksonville Jaguars on Wednesday nor the ensuing preseason contest on Friday. As for this week, when the Houston Texans come to town, Canales says he expects almost the same for the former Pro Bowl pass catcher. Canales also stated that Waller is not expected to suit up for the preseason finale at Bank of America Stadium on Friday. |
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Panthers | Xavier Legette done for the preseason Tue Aug 25, 01:10 AM
Carolina Panthers WR Xavier Legette (ankle, foot) won't take part in joint practices with the Houston Texans on Wednesday, Aug. 26, and won't play in the team's final preseason game. Legette will continue wearing a walking boot through Thursday, Aug. 27, per head coach Dave Canales.
| Footballguys view: That boot made an appearance this past Friday, as Legette was sidelined for the Panthers' preseason tilt against the Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Stadium. Legette is coming off a disappointing 2025, where he experienced dips across the board from his rookie campaign. The 2024 first-rounder amassed 35 receptions for 363 yards and three touchdowns. Carolina will begin their regular season against the Chicago Bears on Sunday, Sept. 13. |
Eagles | Makai Lemon believes he'll be ready for Week 1 Tue Aug 25, 01:09 AM
Philadelphia Eagles WR Makai Lemon (hamstring) believes he'll be ready to play in Week 1, according to a source on Monday, Aug. 24.
| Footballguys view: Lemon returned to practice last week after an extended absence due to a hamstring injury, and the rookie is confident he'll have enough practice time to be at full speed for the season opener. Lemon dealt with a hamstring injury in the same leg during the offseason program, but said he isn't worried about further issues. The Eagles picked Lemon as part of their plans for life without A.J. Brown in 2026, so anything he can do to ensure he's on the field and playing at a high level over the next few weeks will be welcome in Philadelphia. |