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Chiefs | Tyquan Thornton exits Tue Aug 18, 10:54 AM
Kansas City Chiefs WR Tyquan Thornton (undisclosed) left practice Tuesday, Aug. 18, on the front of the cart.
| Footballguys view: As CBSSports.com notes, Thornton has been firmly in the mix for a top-three spot on the Chiefs' receiver depth chart throughout the offseason. If Thornton is to miss time, rookie Cyrus Allen would have an increased opportunity to make an impression on the coaching staff. We'll continue to watch for more. |
Packers | Josh Jacobs back at practice Tue Aug 18, 10:48 AM
Green Bay Packers RB Josh Jacobs (groin) will return to practice Tuesday, Aug. 18.
| Footballguys view: Jacobs had been sidelined by a groin injury, and the expectation was he would return to work this week. Last season, Jacobs rushed for 929 yards and 13 touchdowns in 15 games. he also caught 36 passes for 282 yards with a TD. Jacobs is being drafted as RB17 at the end of Round 3. It's a fair price if the veteran back is working at full speed in advance of Week 1. |
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Bills | Keon Coleman in a boot Tue Aug 18, 10:44 AM
Buffalo Bills WR Keon Coleman (foot) is in a walking boot Tuesday, Aug. 18, after suffering a lower-body injury over the weekend.
| Footballguys view: Coleman played in the Bills' preseason opener, catching three passes on four targets for 17 yards. While he got banged up during the game, head coach Joe Brady said that he expected the receiver to be fine. Several receivers aren't practicing on Tuesday, with Khalil Shakir also sidelined. But DJ Moore is participating in the session. We'll monitor Coleman and Shakir and report back as needed. |
Broncos | Jonah Coleman continues to shine Tue Aug 18, 12:54 AM
Denver Broncos RB Jonah Coleman has been 'work[ing] his way up the depth chart' and could have a role in the regular season, according to ESPN's Jeff Legwold, who adds that Coleman continues to get reps with the first- and second-team offenses.
| Footballguys view: Coleman played 12 snaps Friday night in Atlanta and had four carries for 24 yards, with his last carry coming with 47 seconds left in the first quarter. HC Sean Payton said he's seen enough from Coleman on the practice field to get the rookie out of the preseason opener that early. "I didn't need additional evidence of what I've been seeing for three weeks," Payton said. We'll be watching for more signs that Coleman is a viable candidate for a contributing role. |
Saints | Jordyn Tyson likely to miss extended time Tue Aug 18, 12:26 AM
New Orleans Saints WR Jordyn Tyson (hamstring) is expected to be sidelined for around two months because of a hamstring injury. He could be a candidate for the short-term Reserve/Injured list.
| Footballguys view: The Saints will be able to designate him as eligible to return if they wait to put him on the reserve list until the cut to 53 players later this month. If he does go on injured reserve, he will have to miss at least four games before returning to action. As Profootballtalk.com suggests, it's a big blow to a Saints offense that was hoping to pair Tyson with Chris Olave to give quarterback Tyler Shough a pair of dangerous receiving threats in his first full season as a starter. |
Bears | Kyle Monangai to miss a few weeks Tue Aug 18, 12:25 AM
Chicago Bears RB Kyle Monangai (knee) is expected to be sidelined for a few weeks because of a hyperextended knee, according to a source.
| Footballguys view: Monangai is slated to work behind De'Andre Swift for a second-straight year. Monangai ran for 783 yards and five touchdowns on 169 carries in that role as a rookie. He also caught 18 passes for 164 yards. In the postseason, he added 21 carries for 63 yards and five catches for 58 yards. We'll continue to watch for more. |
Rams | Puka Nacua expected back next week Tue Aug 18, 12:24 AM
Los Angeles Rams WR Puka Nacua (groin) is dealing with soreness but is expected to return to practice next week, according to head coach Sean McVay.
| Footballguys view: Nacua left Los Angeles' joint practice against the Cowboys last Tuesday after experiencing discomfort. Last Thursday, McVay described the issue as "a little soreness" in Nacua's psoas, a muscle connecting the lower spine to the thigh bone. At the time, McVay said he anticipated Nacua returning the following week. Considering what Nacua means to the Rams' offense, Los Angeles has little reason to push him during the preseason, but we'll see if he returns to work next week. |
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Commanders | Jake Moody released on Monday Tue Aug 18, 12:19 AM
Washington Commanders PK Jake Moody was released by Commanders, according to a source on Monday, Aug. 17. PK Drew Stevens has won the kicking job for the Commanders.
| Footballguys view: Moody had struggled with his consistency in training camp and booted a 29-yard attempt off the right upright that fell over the crossbar in Friday's 20-7 preseason win over Miami. Meanwhile, rookie Drew Stevens has been more consistent. Three of his five misses in training camp occurred in one day, and he made a 41-yarder down the middle vs. the Dolphins. Stevens was considered to have the stronger leg. He made eight of 13 field goal attempts from beyond 50 yards in his last two seasons at Iowa. Now he's set to open the season with sole possession of the job. |
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Jets | Injury update for Breece Hall Mon Aug 17, 11:24 PM
Updating an earlier report, New York Jets RB Breece Hall (groin) got confirmation that the groin injury he suffered in practice on Monday, Aug. 17, was minor, per SNY.tv's Connor Hughes, who adds that the team will be cautious with Hall. It's believed he will be ready to go in Week 1.
| Footballguys view: Coach Aaron Glenn downplayed Hall's injury during his news conference, calling it a strain and not a big deal. Hall did undergo an MRI after leaving practice early on Monday. He played in New York's first preseason game against Tampa Bay, totaling four carries for 16 yards. In 2025, Hall rushed for 1,065 yards with four touchdowns last season and added 36 catches for 350 yards with one touchdown. He's currently being drafted as RB14 in Round 3. |
Titans | TEN signs Corey Mayfield Jr. Mon Aug 17, 09:59 PM
Free-agent CB Corey Mayfield Jr. (Ravens) has signed with the Tennessee Titans, according to a source on Monday, Aug. 17. The Titans also released LB Sean Brown.
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Buccaneers | Baker Mayfield will play in Saturday's preseason game Mon Aug 17, 09:47 PM
Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield will reportedly play in the Buccaneers' second preseason game on Saturday against the Kansas City Chiefs, according to ESPN's Jenna Laine on Monday, Aug. 17.
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Rams | Mario Williams to miss some time Mon Aug 17, 06:57 PM
Los Angeles Rams WR Mario Williams (hamstring) is expected to be sidelined for several weeks because of a hamstring injury.
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Falcons | Atlanta moves on from two WRs Mon Aug 17, 06:32 PM
Atlanta Falcons WR Kristian Wilkerson was released Monday, Aug. 17. The team also waived WR Le'Meke Brockington (undisclosed) from the Reserve/Injured list after the two sides reached an injury settlement.
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Cowboys | No practice for Phil Mafah Mon Aug 17, 06:04 PM
Dallas Cowboys RB Phil Mafah (chest) is not participating in practice Monday, Aug. 17.
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Lions | Jameson Williams will not practice Mon Aug 17, 06:03 PM
Detroit Lions WR Jameson Williams (shoulder) will not practice Monday, Aug. 17, because of a shoulder injury. Head coach Dan Campbell said the injury is not considered serious.
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Panthers | Ja'Seem Reed dealing with injury Mon Aug 17, 05:40 PM
Carolina Panthers WR Ja'Seem Reed (calf) suffered a calf injury during the preseason game Saturday, Aug. 17, and is scheduled to undergo imaging on the calf.
Link to story Broncos | Marvin Mims limited Mon Aug 17, 05:29 PM
Denver Broncos WR Marvin Mims (undisclosed) participated in individual drills during practice Monday, Aug. 17.
Link to story Broncos | Jaylen Waddle back at practice Mon Aug 17, 05:22 PM
Denver Broncos WR Jaylen Waddle (leg) participated in practice Monday, Aug. 17.
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Bears | Two players waived Mon Aug 17, 05:07 PM
Chicago Bears RB Coleman Bennett was waived Monday, Aug. 17. The team also waived TE Nikola Kalinic (knee) with an injury designation.
Link to story Jets | Geno Smith on field Monday Mon Aug 17, 04:44 PM
New York Jets QB Geno Smith (ankle) participated in practice Monday, Aug. 17, but appeared to be favoring his ankle during drills.
| Footballguys view: According to ESPN.com's Rich Cimini, Smith powered through the relatively light practice, though he did have one hiccup -- an overthrow that S Andre Cisco picked off in a two-minute drill. Coach Aaron Glenn acknowledged that Smith still is feeling the residual effects of the injury, adding, "I want to see exactly how he feels coming out of this practice to see how we're going to continue to move forward." We'll continue to watch for more. |
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Giants | Dante Miller waived Mon Aug 17, 04:43 PM
New York Giants RB Dante Miller (groin) was waived Monday, Aug. 17, with an injury designation.
Link to story Commanders | Craig Reynolds joining WAS Mon Aug 17, 04:03 PM
Free-agent RB Craig Reynolds (Patriots) agreed to terms with the Washington Commanders Monday, Aug. 17, according to a source. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
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Buccaneers | Jalen McMillan to miss more time Mon Aug 17, 03:45 PM
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Jalen McMillan (knee) is considered day-to-day or week-to-week because of a knee injury, according to head coach Todd Bowles.
| Footballguys view: Expectations were high for McMillan, who suffered a serious neck injury last preseason that limited him to just four games during the 2025 season. He returned to action in Week 14. Two games later, he recorded the first 100-yard game of his career. He finished the final two weeks of the season with 12 receptions for 178 yards. During his rookie season in 2024, he totaled 37 receptions for 461 yards and eight touchdowns in 13 games. We'll continue to follow up as developments warrant. |
Dolphins | Chris Bell cleared to practice Mon Aug 17, 03:22 PM
Miami Dolphins WR Chris Bell (knee) was activated from the Active/Non-Football Injury list Monday, Aug. 17.
| Footballguys view: Bell, wearing a red non-contact jersey, practiced for the first time on Monday. He participated in stretching and individual drills, but he sat out of 11-on-11 work. Bell tore his ACL in December. His return to full health could potentially give Miami an exciting pair of young wide receivers. Fellow rookie Caleb Douglas has been one of the standout players at training camp and started the Dolphins' preseason opener against the Commanders. We'll continue to monitor Bell's progress. |
Buccaneers | Barika Kpeenu signed Mon Aug 17, 03:03 PM
Undrafted free-agent RB Barika Kpeenu (North Dakota State) signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Monday, Aug. 17. Terms of the contract were not disclosed. The team also waived RB Kadarius Calloway.
Link to story Cowboys | Traeshon Holden waived Mon Aug 17, 02:59 PM
Dallas Cowboys WR Traeshon Holden was waived Monday, Aug. 17.
Link to story Rams | Puka Nacua sitting out Mon Aug 17, 02:51 PM
Los Angeles Rams WR Puka Nacua (groin) is not participating in practice Monday, Aug. 17.
| Footballguys view: Nacua is dealing with a core muscle injury suffered during last week's joint practice with the Cowboys. The Rams will host the Saints for a preseason matchup on Saturday afternoon. Nacua was not expected to play even without being injured, as Los Angeles has not traditionally played starters in the preseason under head coach Sean McVay, who told reporters that Nacua should return to practice next week. We'll continue to watch this one closely. |
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49ers | Khalil Herbert let go Mon Aug 17, 02:27 PM
San Francisco 49ers RB Khalil Herbert was released Monday, Aug. 17.
| Footballguys view: It's reasonable to believe Herbert's release means the 49ers are satisfied with their health and depth at running back, where the group is talented but dealing with multiple injuries. Christian McCaffrey, who's missed a week due to tightness, Jordan James (ribs), Kaelon Black (adductor), and Isaac Guerendo have all been missing time. |
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Titans | Mitchell Trubisky dealing with injury Mon Aug 17, 02:26 PM
Tennessee Titans QB Mitchell Trubisky (biceps) is being evaluated for biceps injury, according to head coach Robert Saleh.
| Footballguys view: Reporters at the workout said that Trubisky grabbed his right arm after throwing a pass. Trubisky is currently the No. 2 quarterback on the depth chart behind Cam Ward. The veteran signed with the Titans as a free agent this offseason. Will Levis is the third quarterback on the roster and would be in line for more playing time if Trubisky is sidelined for a stretch. |
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Seahawks | Seattle makes changes to roster Mon Aug 17, 02:12 PM
Free-agent RB Anthony Hankerson (Dolphins) and WR Julian Hicks (Packers) signed with the Seattle Seahawks Monday, Aug. 17. Terms of the contracts were not disclosed. The team also waived RB T.J. Harden and RB Justin J. Jones.
Link to story Falcons | Atlanta adding Beaux Collins Mon Aug 17, 02:07 PM
Free-agent WR Beaux Collins (Giants) agreed to terms with the Atlanta Falcons Monday, Aug. 17, according to sources. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Collins, 23, signed with the Giants as an undrafted free agent in 2025. He played nine games as a rookie last season, catching two passes for 25 yards. Collins saw action on 84 offensive snaps and 109 on special teams before going on injured reserve, where he finished the season. |
Eagles | DeVonta Smith back on field Mon Aug 17, 02:05 PM
Philadelphia Eagles WR DeVonta Smith (hamstring) participated in practice Monday, Aug. 17.
| Footballguys view: Smith missed the last couple of weeks with his hamstring injury, so his return is obviously good news. The Eagles' pre-practice injury report said that Smith will be a limited participant. Smith's return means that the Eagles are now only waiting for Makai Lemon to fill out their receiver group. Lemon is also dealing with a hamstring injury and has been out since early August. |
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Jets | No practice for Garrett Wilson Mon Aug 17, 01:51 PM
New York Jets WR Garrett Wilson (illness) did not participate in practice Monday, Aug. 17, because of an illness.
| Footballguys view: Jets coach Aaron Glenn said the issue was a stomach bug. As CBSSports.com suggested, assuming Wilson is able to move past the illness and regain strength within the next few days, his preparation for the start of the regular season shouldn't be dramatically affected. Wilson, who's being drafted as WR20 with a fourth-round price, suited up for the Jets' preseason opener Friday against the Buccaneers and displayed a strong early connection with new starting quarterback Geno Smith, recording two catches for 32 yards on three targets in limited snaps. |
Giants | NYG adding Jake Haener Mon Aug 17, 01:47 PM
Free-agent QB Jake Haener (Chiefs) agreed to terms with the New York Giants Monday, Aug. 17, according to a source. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
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Giants | Najee Harris visiting Monday Mon Aug 17, 01:44 PM
Free-agent RB Najee Harris (Chargers) is meeting with the New York Giants Monday, Aug. 17.
| Footballguys view: Harris, 28, suffered a torn Achilles tendon while playing for the Chargers under Jim Harbaugh in 2025. The former first-round pick was able to play just three games before his injury. As Profootballtalk.com reminded readers, John Harbaugh also knows what it's like to go against Harris well, with the running back playing the Ravens twice a year from 2021-2024 while with the Steelers. The Giants already have Cam Skattebo, Tyrone Tracy Jr., and Devin Singletary at the top of their current depth chart. We'll see how Harris fits if he signs. |
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Jaguars | Two players off roster Mon Aug 17, 01:30 PM
Jacksonville Jaguars LB Parker Hughes (undisclosed) was placed on the Reserve/Injured list Monday, Aug. 17. The team also waived TE Ethan Conner.
Link to story Jaguars | Nick Mullens expected to sit this week Mon Aug 17, 01:22 PM
Jacksonville Jaguars QB Nick Mullens (undisclosed) is not expected to participate in practice this week, according to head coach Liam Coen.
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Browns | Cleveland makes roster moves Mon Aug 17, 01:15 PM
Free-agent TE Jermaine Terry (Giants) signed with the Cleveland Browns Monday, Aug. 17. Terms of the contract were not disclosed. The team also waived TE Brenden Bates (undisclosed) with an injury designation.
Link to story Panthers | Darren Waller officially signed Mon Aug 17, 01:12 PM
Updating previous reports, free-agent TE Darren Waller (Dolphins) officially signed with the Carolina Panthers Monday, Aug. 17. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
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Jets | Breece Hall injures groin Mon Aug 17, 10:25 AM
New York Jets RB Breece Hall (groin) suffered a groin strain Monday, Aug. 17, according to head coach Aaron Glenn. Hall will be evaluated, but Glenn didn't think it was a major deal.
| Footballguys view: Glenn added that Hall will undergo imaging tests to ensure the Jets have the right answers about his injury. "We will try to be precautionary with a lot of those," Allen said, "to make sure that we do the right things." Hall played in New York's first preseason game against Tampa Bay, registering four carries for 16 yards. One of the Jets' best offensive players, Hall rushed for 1,065 yards with four touchdowns and had 36 catches for 350 yards with one TD in 2205. A healthy Hall, going at RB14, could exceed expectations this year. |
49ers | George Kittle feeling positive on rehab Mon Aug 17, 01:01 AM
San Francisco 49ers TE George Kittle (Achilles), on the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list, feels positive about his on-field rehab. 'I'm hitting numbers I need to hit. I'm pretty close,' Kittle said.
| Footballguys view: Kittle would miss at least the first four games if he isn't activated back to the active roster on Aug. 30. The veteran tight end tore his right Achilles in a Jan. 11 playoff game against the Eagles. He underwent surgery three days later. Kittle, who continues to target the season opener for his return, said the next two weeks will "let me know if I'm ready to play Week 1 or not." Kittle added that he will have to practice in pads before the season opener to play against the Rams. |
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Commanders | Marcus Mariota to be ready for Week 1 Mon Aug 17, 12:51 AM
Washington Commanders QB Marcus Mariota (knee) is expected to be ready for the regular-season opener.
| Footballguys view: Mariota, in his third season with Washington, has been a valuable backup to Jayden Daniels. Mariota played in 11 games, including eight starts, last season, throwing for 1,695 yards, 10 touchdowns, and seven interceptions. He replaced an injured Daniels in two games in 2024, leading victories in both games -- including a game-winning pass at Dallas in the regular-season finale with two seconds remaining. So having him back at full health to open the season will be important. |
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Texans | Jaylin Noel suffers setback Mon Aug 17, 12:48 AM
Houston Texans WR Jaylin Noel (hamstring, finger) will miss a few weeks after suffering a setback, according to wide receivers coach Ben McDaniels.
| Footballguys view: Noel, sidelined by a minor finger issue, was activated from the NFI list and was working off to the side in wide receiver drills to get back on the field. But Aaron Wilson of KPRC2 reports that Noel is now dealing with a hamstring injury in addition to the finger injury. It's a tough break for the Texans' second-year wideout, who, while he's expected to see a big bump in opportunities in 2026, can't seem to get on the field in training camp. We'll follow up as developments warrant. |
Titans | Tennessee makes flurry of moves Sunday Sun Aug 16, 06:00 PM
Tennessee Titans TE Jaren Kanak and DE Jaylen Harrell were placed on the reserve/injured list Sunday, Aug. 16, and RB Dominic Richardson and TE Matt Lauter were signed.
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Raiders | Noah Brown signs with Las Vegas Sun Aug 16, 05:56 PM
Free-agent WR Noah Brown (Commanders) agreed to terms with the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, Aug. 16. Terms of the deal were undisclosed. In a corresponding move, DT Benito Jones was cut.
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Browns | Shedeur Sanders to start preseason game Sun Aug 16, 05:53 PM
Cleveland Browns QB Shedeur Sanders is expected to start and play the first half of the preseason game Saturday, Aug. 22, against the Buffalo Bills, head coach Todd Monken said.
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Cardinals | Carson Beck nursing minor rib issue Sun Aug 16, 05:28 PM
Arizona Cardinals QB Carson Beck (ribs) still has some discomfort in his ribs, but it isn't expected to be a long-term issue, according to head coach Mike LaFleur. 'He needs to heal a little more,' LaFleur said Sunday, Aug. 16.
Link to story Bears | Kyle Monangai suffers apparent injury Sun Aug 16, 05:24 PM
Chicago Bears RB Kyle Monangai (knee) suffered an apparent right knee injury in practice Sunday, Aug. 16, when he was tackled from behind by veteran DT Grady Jarrett. The team was not wearing pads, and Jarrett appeared to realize it mid-tackle, attempting to hold the back up. A trained tested Monangai's knee on the field, and he was helped off, but no cart was needed.
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Dolphins | Jalen Reagor works as No. 3 receiver Sun Aug 16, 04:50 PM
Miami Dolphins WR Jalen Reagor worked as the No. 3 receiver in the preseason opener Friday, Aug. 14, against the Washington Commanders. He was working ahead of WRs Tutu Atwell, Jalen Tolbert, and others, seeing reps alongside WRs Caleb Douglas and Malik Washington. 'He had earned the right through practices to put himself in that situation,' head coach Jeff Hafley said. 'I like the way he strained. He's catching the ball well. Run after the catch has good. He's blocking well.'
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Dolphins | Ollie Gordon II benched after penalty Sun Aug 16, 04:44 PM
Miami Dolphins RB Ollie Gordon II was pulled from the preseason game Friday, Aug. 14, against the Washington Commanders after taking an unsportsmanlike penalty. 'Had a talk with him immediately and pulled him out of the game, eventually let him go back in. As far as the conversation goes, I'll keep that between us. It was a great time to teach the team a lesson and Ollie a lesson.' head coach Jeff Hafley said. 'We had an opportunity to continue a drive; post-snap penalties like that are not acceptable to me. It's disrespectful to the team. It's selfish.'
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