Wil Lutz Could Miss Significant Time With Core Muscle Injury

New Orleans Saints kicker Wil Lutz (core) could miss eight to 12 weeks with a core muscle injury, per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Lutz was dealing with a groin injury at the beginning of camp- though he was able to practice Wednesday before leaving Saturday's session early with the core issue. The veteran kicker […]

Rashod Bateman Returns To Practice

Baltimore Ravens first-round wide receiver Rashod Bateman returned to practice Monday morning after missing a few days last week. The rookie wide receiver has received high praise from his teammates, specifically Sammy Watkins, who said that Bateman "is a pro already." Teammate Marquise Brown is also not practicing with a hamstring injury. Though Baltimore finished last […]

Dan Arnold Impressing At Panthers Camp

Newly signed Carolina Panthers tight end Dan Arnold has been impressing at camp this offseason, according to Ken Bradley of The Athletic. Arnold presents a big target (6-foot-4, 220 pounds) and isn't much of a blocker. To this point of his career, Arnold has been put in situations to catch the football. However, he also […]

Falcons Sign D'Onta Foreman To One-Year Deal

The Atlanta Falcons are signing former Texans running back D'Onta Foreman to a one-year deal, per Adam Schefter. Foreman played for the Titans in 2020 after not landing on a roster in 2019. Foreman had high hopes coming out of college at Texas, but he saw just 78 carries in 10 games his rookie season. […]

Austin Hooper Drops Three Passes In Scrimmage

Cleveland Browns tight end Austin Hooper dropped three passes in the team's Orange and Brown scrimmage on Sunday. Hooper has reportedly been having a solid training camp before his scrimmage struggles. Meanwhile, teammates David Njoku and Harrison Bryant each scored a touchdown. While one day is hardly reason to panic, Hooper is competing for targets […]

Hunter Henry Injures Shoulder

New England Patriots tight end Hunter Henry (shoulder) injured his shoulder at Sunday's practice. According to Patriots reported Mike Reiss, it's not believed to be a serious injury, though Henry will have an MRI to further investigate. Henry, who is currently being drafted around 11.05, has never played a full season (five seasons) and missed the […]

Hunter Long Carted Off Field

Miami Dolphins tight end Hunter Long (knee) left practice on a cart Sunday after appearing to injure his left knee. Long was selected in the third round of this year's NFL draft out of Boston College. The injury came on a crossing-route reception, where Long was pushed out of bounds and did not put weight on […]

Saquon Barkley Set To Come Off The PUP List

Jordan Raanan of ESPN reports that New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley (knee) is expected to be activated from the Physically Unable to Perform List and begin practicing this week. This is excellent news for Barkley and his fantasy managers as the former second overall pick has "made a lot of strides" in his […]

D.J. Chark Jr. Undergoes Minor Hand Surgery

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver D.J. Chark Jr. (hand) recently underwent surgery to repair a hairline fracture in his hand. Chark had been out of practice for a few days prior to the news before head coach Urban Meyer revealed the details. By all accounts, Chark is still expected to be on the field for Week 1. […]

Baker Mayfield Not Concerned About Contract Extension

Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield continues to reiterate that he's not concerned about a contract extension ahead of the regular season. Mayfield's contract status has been a popular topic in the media this offseason with the quarterback still under contract for 2021 with a fifth-year option for 2022. The Buffalo Bills signing quarterback Josh Allen […]

T.J. Watt Willing To Hold Out If No Contract Extension

Pittsburgh Steelers edge rusher T.J. Watt wants a contract extension before the start of the season and is willing to continue to hold out of team activities until he sees one. Watt has yet to take part in team portions of practice, instead working by himself on the side with trainers. The star pass rusher […]

James Washington Reportedly Did Not Request Trade

The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette has refuted Adam Schefter's report that Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver James Washington requested a trade recently. Schefter reported on Friday that Washington was unhappy about his lack of playing time and wanted out, but Gerry Dulac tweeted that "multiple sources" told him that a trade has not been requested by Washington's camp. […]

Denzel Ward, Browns Discussing Extension

The Cleveland Browns and cornerback Denzel Ward are reportedly discussing a contract extension, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler. Ward still has two years left on his contract before he can become an unrestricted free-agent but Cleveland is looking to lock the star defensive back up long-term. The former Ohio State star has shown that he […]

Curtis Samuel Back On Practice Field, Remains On COVID-19 List

Washington Football Team wide receiver Curtis Samuel (groin/COVID-19) returned to the practice field on Sunday but remains on the COVID-19 list. Samuel will have to work his way back into practice shape, as he has not been on the field since June when he tweaked his groin. Samuel should be participating in drills within the […]

Collin Johnson Taking Advantage Of His Opportunities

Jacksonville Jaguars second-year wide receiver Collin Johnson is making the most of his reps while D.J. Chark Jr. Phillip Dorsett II, and Marvin Jones Jr. are all out due to injury or personal matters. With the aforementioned WRs missing Saturday's practice, "no receiver was targeted more often than Johnson," and he put together a "dominant […]

Carlos Hyde "Getting His Fair Share Of Touches"

Jacksonville Jaguars veteran running back Carlos Hyde is very much in the mix for touches despite the presence of James Robinson and Travis Etienne Jr. SI's John Shipley had this to say following Friday's practice — "The running game is clearly going to be a big part of the Jaguars' offense, and it isn't surprising […]

Gardner Minshew II Dominates First-Team Reps On Friday

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Gardner Minshew II took all of the available first-team snaps in Friday's practice. Minshew started out camp splitting first-team reps with prized rookie QB Trevor Lawrence, but Lawrence had begun to dominate first-team work up until Friday. At this point, it appears that the team is prioritizing making Minshew feel as though […]

Chris Manhertz Leading Jaguars Tight End Room

Jacksonville Jaguars veteran tight end Chris Manhertz is taking charge of the team's tight end room that lacks established passing-game contributors at the NFL level. Per SI's John Shipley, "Manhertz is Jacksonville's appointed leader of the tight end room," and "he is seeing more targets with the starting offense and being asked to win as […]

Mike Evans Having Excellent Training Camp

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans has been enjoying an excellent training camp so far. Entering his eighth season, Evans feels this is his best training camp yet, a statement that certainly passes the eye test, given the number of times the big-bodied wideout has connected with Tom Brady during camp, particularly in the […]

Tre'Quan Smith Absent Again Saturday

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Tre'Quan Smith (leg) was unable to practice again on Saturday. Smith exited Tuesday's practice early with an apparent leg injury and has been unable to return to the field since, with Saturday marking his fourth absence. The 25-year-old is in line to see a bigger role with the team in […]

Kadarius Toney Closer To Full Return

New York Giants Head Coach Joe Judge said that rookie wide receiver Kadarius Toney is "doing more and more every day." "We're pleased with what he's doing on the field. He's progressing physically at a nice rate. Right now, we're building toward next week." The Giants rookie wideout is getting closer to a "full go" […]

Marquez Callaway Thriving As Number-One Wideout

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Marquez Callaway has stepped into the number-one wideout role with Michael Thomas (ankle) and Tre'Quan Smith (leg) sidelined. Luke Johnson of the New Orleans Advocate reports that Callaway is "taking ownership of being the top dog," as well as "playing with a lot of confidence." The 23-year-old has only made […]

Dyami Brown To Be Big Part Of Washington Offense?

When addressing the media on Friday, Washington Football Team head coach Ron Rivera had some high praise for rookie wide receiver Dyami Brown when he was asked about the impact that Brown could have on the offense. "He has the opportunity to step into the forefront for us, and help us with what we want […]

Steven Sims Jr. Impressive At Camp

Washington Football Team wide receiver Steven Sims Jr. has been working hard for a roster spot during the team's first couple weeks of training camp. Team reporter Zach Selby mentioned that Sims has really stood out so far and has strung together a few good practices in a row. His speed and ability to make […]

Kirk Cousins Vows To Follow Protocols

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins "vows" to follow NFL protocols after being placed on the close-contact list and was unable to practice due to backup Kellen Mond's positive test. Cousins is unvaccinated and appears to keep it that way, calling it a "private family health matter". But the veteran promised on Thursday to follow all […]

Breshad Perriman Recipient Of Deep Shots At Practice

Detroit Lions wide receiver Breshad Perriman was on the receiving end of quarterback Jared Goff's sudden aggressiveness in team drills on Friday. Goff has spent most of camp hesitant when it comes to taking shots down the field but that narrative shifted on Friday. The newly acquired passer was slinging it around the field and […]

Tyrell Williams Back At Practice Friday

Detroit Lions wide receiver Tyrell Williams (dislocated finger) returned to practice on a limited basis on Friday. The injury doesn't appear to be serious but clearly an injured finger can affect a receiver's production. The Lions are banking on Williams becoming the WR1 in their offense and the talented receiver has dealt with leg and […]

D'Andre Swift Returns To Practice Friday

Detroit Lions running back D'Andre Swift (groin) returned to practice on Friday. The injury appears to be minor and precautionary but the Lions are banking on a healthy Swift taking his game to the next level this season. Swift was seen on the field setting some strong blocks in a pass-blocking drill in his return […]

Jared Goff Going Deep To Silence Critics

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff made a concerted effort to throw the ball deep during Friday's practice. Early reports out of camp were riddled with observations of Goff's extremely conservative play during team drills and, even Goff himself, told reporters, "Checkdowns are my friend". But Goff came out of the gate slinging it on Friday, […]

Cole Kmet Catches Touchdown In First Padded Practice

Chicago Bears tight end Cole Kmet hauled in a touchdown in the team's first padded practice of training camp. Kmet has become an early favorite of veteran quarterback Andy Dalton and was targeted often in the red zone drills. Conversely, rookie quarterback Justin Fields' best throws have come on seam routes and across-the-middle lasers to […]