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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.
Link to storyNew Orleans Saints RB Ty Chandler and TE Moliki Matavao were placed on the reserve/injured list on Tuesday, Aug. 25.
Link to storyLos Angeles Chargers WR Luke Grimm was waived with an injury settlement, according to a source on Tuesday, Aug. 25.
Link to storyFormer 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 storyMiami 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 storyIndianapolis 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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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 storyArizona 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 storyCleveland 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.
Link to storyBuffalo 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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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 storyNew 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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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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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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Free agent WR Matthew Henry (49ers) signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Tuesday, Aug. 25.
Link to storyKansas 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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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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Free agent RB Kareem Hunt (Chiefs) visited the Detroit Lions on Tuesday, Aug. 24.
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Pittsburgh Steelers WR Joaquin Davis was cut by the team on Tuesday, Aug. 25.
Link to storyNew 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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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. |
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 (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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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. |
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. |
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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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. |
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. |
New York Jets TE Kenyon Sadiq (hernia) is on track to be ready for Week 1, according to head coach Aaron Glenn.
| Footballguys view: All offseason long, the expectation has been that Carolina will have Jonathon Brooks and Hubbard in a timeshare, at least to start the season. Canales confirmed that will indeed be the case, with one back starting a series and the other coming in on third downs. While we're set for a 50-50 split to start the season, we've already seen Canales lean more toward one back if someone is playing better, as we saw with Hubbard and Rico Dowdle last season. So, don't be surprised if one or the other seizes more control of the backfield as the season progresses. |
New York Jets RB Breece Hall (groin) should be available for the Week 1 game, according to head coach Aaron Glenn.
| Footballguys view: Hall was spotted on the sideline working with team trainers during Monday's workout which included Hall running at what seemed like something close to full speed. There is no reason for Hall to get back out there against the Giants in the exhibition finale, but such a positive update is a great sign. Going as RB16 in Round 3, Hall offers a ton of upside. |
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Carolina Panthers RB Chuba Hubbard (hamstring) should be ready for the start of the regular season, according to head coach Dave Canales.
| Footballguys view: All offseason long, the expectation has been that Carolina will have Jonathon Brooks and Hubbard in a timeshare, at least to start the season. Canales confirmed that will indeed be the case, with one back starting a series and the other coming in on third downs. While we're set for a 50-50 split to start the season, we've already seen Canales lean more toward one back if someone is playing better, as we saw with Hubbard and Rico Dowdle last season. So, don't be surprised if one or the other seizes more control of the backfield as the season progresses. |
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New England Patriots RB TreVeyon Henderson (undisclosed) left practice early Monday, Aug. 24, after slipping while making a cut.
| Footballguys view: As USA Today notes, the extent and exact nature of Henderson's injury was unknown as of Monday night. The second-year running back appeared to have his right ankle/foot area examined by trainers after slipping on the field during practice. Henderson exited practice early after his initial sideline evaluation and went back to the team facility. We'll be watching for more. |
Green Bay Packers RB Josh Jacobs (groin) took part in 11-on-11 work for the first time since injuring his groin on Aug. 6. He had previously returned last week in a limited capacity.
| Footballguys view: According to CBSSports.com, although Jacobs hasn't practiced fully in more than two weeks while he's been managing the groin injury, the Packers haven't indicated that his availability for the start of the regular season is in any jeopardy. Even if Jacobs upgrades to full practice participation within the next few days, the Packers still could elect to hold him out of Friday's preseason finale versus the Cardinals as a precaution. |
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Miami Dolphins TE Greg Dulcich is a 'candidate to lead the team in targets,' in the opinion of ESPN's Marcel Louis-Jacques.
| Footballguys view: The 26-year-old is slated to handle TE1 duties for the Dolphins this season after he caught 26 passes for 335 yards and one touchdown over the final nine games last regular season. As CBSSports.com suggested, a catch-first athlete at the position, there's a world in which Dulcich paces this offense in receiving in 2026 due to the lack of proven playmaking at the wide receiver position. |
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New York Jets QB Cade Klubnik will not only be the team's backup quarterback but also the only other quarterback on the 53-man roster, in the opinion of ESPN's Rich Cimini, who writes that the Jets are 'eager to see' what they have in Klubnik. That means the team is expected to release QBs Brady Cook and Bailey Zappe.
| Footballguys view: As Cimini explained, this is a transition year for the quarterback position. Geno Smith, 35, coming off a down year with the Raiders, is a one-year stopgap. The team probably will draft a quarterback in 2027. In the meantime, they're eager to see what they have in Klubnik, a fourth-round pick -- so eager that it was decided not to bring in legitimate competition for the No. 2 job. |
New England Patriots QB Behren Morton has 'earned his way' onto the team's initial 53-man roster, in the opinion of ESPN's Mike Reiss, who writes that Morton will be a developmental project, and though ideally he would be on the Patriots' practice squad, it would be 'too risky' to expose him to waivers.
Link to storyBuffalo Bills WR Mecole Hardman is currently projected to make the team's 53-man roster, in the opinion of ESPN's Alaina Getzenberg, but she adds that the team could change course if they feel someone else, such as kick returner RB Ray Davis, can handle the punt return duties that currently belong to Hardman.
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Buffalo Bills RB Ty Johnson (lower body) has not practiced since Aug. 8 due to a lower-body injury.
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Carolina Panthers QB Haynes King (hamstring) will not practice or play during the upcoming week, according to head coach Dave Canales.
Link to storyFree-agent WR Allen Robinson (Lions) announced his retirement on Monday, Aug. 24.
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Free-agent RB Jordan Mims (Vikings) signed with the Philadelphia Eagles Monday, Aug. 24. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
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San Francisco 49ers TE Tanner McLachlan (undisclosed) was waived from the Reserve/Injured list Monday, Aug. 24.
Link to storyHouston Texans RB Josh Pitsenberger (ankle) was waived from the Reserve/Injured list Monday, Aug. 24, after the two sides reached an injury settlement.
Link to storyDetroit Lions RB Kye Robichaux (undisclosed) was waived from the Reserve/Injured list Monday, Aug. 24, after the two sides reached an injury settlement.
Link to storyMiami Dolphins QB Quinn Ewers (groin) participated in practice Monday, Aug. 24.
Link to storySan Francisco 49ers TE Josiah Deguara was released Monday, Aug. 24.
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Free-agent TE Mitch Van Vooren (Patriots) signed with the Dallas Cowboys Monday, Aug. 24. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Link to storyNew York Jets RB Isaiah Davis (knee) and CB D'Angelo Ponds (calf) are on track to be available for Week 1, according to head coach Aaron Glenn.
Link to storyFree-agent RB Roydell Williams (Colts) signed with the Detroit Lions Monday, Aug. 24. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Link to storyDetroit Lions RB Raheem Blackshear (undisclosed) and WR Cedrick Wilson (knee) were placed on the Reserve/Injured list Monday, Aug. 24.
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