Shaquille Leonard Activated From PUP List

The Indianapolis Colts activated linebacker Shaquille Leonard (back) from the Physically Unable to Perform list on Tuesday. Leonard can now practice with the team and won't have to miss the first four games of the regular season. The three-time All-Pro had ankle surgery in July of last year and also went under the knife in […]

Byron Jones To Miss First Four Games

The Miami Dolphins placed starting cornerback Byron Jones (ankle) on the Reserve/Physically Unable to Perform list on Tuesday, so he will miss at least the first four games of the season. Jones had surgery on his ankle in March and was hoping to be ready for Week 1 of the regular season, but that won't […]

Team Not Overly Concerned About T.J. Watt's Injury

Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt (knee) didn't return to Sunday's preseason matchup against the Detroit Lions. The team isn't overly concerned, with head coach Mike Tomlin reporting the superstar is "fine" while adding he might have returned if the injury happened during the regular season. However, fantasy managers will remain uneasy until they see him […]

Trey Flowers To Sign With Miami

Free-agent linebacker Trey Flowers is joining the Dolphins. He began his career with the Patriots, helping the franchise secure multiple Super Bowl victories. He then signed with the Lions in 2019, where he played his last three seasons before the team released him during the offseason. While the veteran's production and availability have decreased substantially […]

Elijah Campbell Notches Pick-Six In Preseason Finale

Miami Dolphins cornerback Elijah Campbell intercepted Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Reid Sinnett on Saturday, then returned the football for a 28-yard touchdown. He also logged a tackle during the game. The 27-year-old's pick-six represented his second interception of the preseason. Undrafted out of Northern Iowa in 2018, Campbell bounced around between the NFL, AAF, and XFL […]

Roquan Smith Doesn't Play On Saturday Night

Chicago Bears linebacker Roquan Smith (undisclosed) didn't play during the preseason finale versus the Cleveland Browns. Head coach Matt Eberflus indicated earlier in the week that the starters would log roughly 25-30 plays on Saturday night. However, according to general manager Ryan Poles, Smith experienced "tightness," although he didn't elaborate further. The 25-year-old recently returned […]

Trent McDuffie Lands In Concussion Protocol

Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Trent McDuffie (concussion) was injured during Thursday's preseason game against the Green Bay Packers. The 21-year-old hit his head early in the contest and was evaluated for a head injury, eventually landing in concussion protocol. McDuffie was selected in the first round, No. 21 overall in the 2022 NFL Draft and […]

Jimmie Ward Expected To Miss At Least Four Games

San Francisco 49ers defensive back Jimmie Ward (hamstring) is expected to land on short-term injured reserve, according to general manager John Lynch. The 31-year-old has played his entire eight-year career with the Niners, accumulating 401 total tackles (303 solo), 39 passes defensed, six forced fumbles, four interceptions, and three sacks. He is anticipated to miss […]

Aaron Donald Swings His Helmet At Joint Practice

Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald was recorded swinging a helmet during a joint practice quarrel with the Cincinnati Bengals. Multiple punches were thrown during the incident on Thursday, with Donald eventually being knocked to the ground and restrained. Browns defensive end Myles Garrett received a six-game suspension for the same act toward Steelers […]

Cincinnati Plans For Jessie Bates To Have No Restrictions Week 1

Cincinnati Bengals safety Jessie Bates is expected to log a full workload come Week 1 of the regular season, per head coach Zac Taylor. Bates was late to report to training camp due to contract negotiations, but it appears the Bengals defense will still have one of its key contributors at a full-go for a […]

Deion Jones Returns To Practice

Atlanta Falcons linebacker Deion Jones (shoulder) got back on the practice field Wednesday for the first time during training camp after he was placed on the PUP list in July. Jones previously underwent shoulder surgery in May, with his return giving the Falcons defense another experienced tackler. Jones finished tied for 11th in the league […]

Colts Bring Matt Haack Aboard

The Indianapolis Colts are reportedly signing punter Matt Haack to a deal, per multiple reports. The move comes in the wake of Rigoberto Sanchez (Achilles) sustaining a season-ending injury Tuesday, creating a void at a vital position for the Colts. Haack was recently released by Buffalo, with Matt Ariaza winning the Bills' punter job. The […]

J.C. Jackson To Miss 2-4 Weeks

Los Angeles Chargers cornerback J.C. Jackson (ankle) underwent ankle surgery on Tuesday and will be out for two to four weeks, according to the team. Jackson underwent a minor scope, but there's still a good chance he won't be ready for Week 1 of the regular season opener, and Week 2 could be out of […]

Justin Fields, Roquan Smith Will Play In Saturday’s Contest

Chicago Bears head coach Matt Eberflus announced Tuesday that quarterback Justin Fields and the other starters will get approximately 25-30 plays under their belt in Saturday's preseason finale against Cleveland. Fields went 5-for-7 in a preseason Week 2 victory, amassing 39 yards through the air; even with the added reps, he faces an uphill battle […]

Chase Young Moved To PUP List, Will Miss Four Games

The Washington Commanders moved pass-rusher Chase Young (knee) to the Reserve/Physically Unable to Perform list on Tuesday, meaning he'll miss at least the first four games of the regular season. The Commanders need him to be 100 percent healthy before they activate him. Young tore his ACL in November of last year and wasn't expected […]

Jessie Bates Signs Franchise Tag, Returns To Team

Cincinnati Bengals star safety Jessie Bates, who didn't report to training camp due to failed contract negotiations, has returned to the team's facilities, according to a source. The 25-year-old officially signed his $12.9 million franchise tag. Bates finished the 2021 season with 88 tackles (67 solo), three tackles for loss, one interception, four passes defensed […]

Kenneth Murray Returns To Practice

Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Kenneth Murray (ankle) returned to practice at training camp on Monday. Murray had offseason ankle surgery in April, but he's back at practice this summer and should be ready for Week 1 of the regular season against the division-rival Las Vegas Raiders, barring any setbacks. The 23-year-old played in just 11 […]

Darrian Beavers Sustains Torn ACL, Will Miss 2022 Season

New York Giants linebacker Darrian Beavers (knee) will miss the entirety of his rookie year after having sustained a torn ACL during Sunday's preseason win over the Bengals. Beavers was chosen in the sixth round of the 2022 NFL Draft out of the University of Cincinnati, where he was a First-team All-AAC selection last year. […]

Kayvon Thibodeaux To Miss 3-4 Weeks With MCL Sprain

Initial tests on New York Giants rookie first-round defensive end Kayvon Thibodeaux (knee) showed a sprained MCL that is expected to keep him out for three to four weeks, according to a source. The good news is that Thibodeaux's ACL and meniscus are intact. The Giants are hopeful that he'll be ready to play in […]

Kayvon Thibodeaux Undergoing Tests Monday

New York Giants first-round rookie defensive lineman Kayvon Thibodeaux (knee) suffered a right knee injury in the preseason game on Sunday against the Cincinnati Bengals and is going for tests on Monday. Thibodeaux was able to walk off the field under his own power, though, and there's optimism from the Giants that he avoided a […]

Giants Optimistic Kayvon Thibodeaux Avoided Serious Injury

New York Giants linebacker Kayvon Thibodeaux (knee) won't return to Sunday's preseason bout versus the Cincinnati Bengals. The rookie suffered a knee injury in the first half and was quickly ruled out. Fortunately, he was seen laughing and joking with teammates after sustaining the injury. There's also optimism within the Giants' camp he avoided anything […]

Kayvon Thibodeaux Injures Knee

New York Giants linebacker Kayvon Thibodeaux (knee) exited Sunday's preseason matchup against Cincinnati with a knee issue. He will not return. Fortunately, the 2022 No. 5 overall pick was seen laughing and joking with teammates after the injury, so there's a good chance it isn't too serious. Nevertheless, the team should have an update on […]

J.J. Watt Tests Positive For COVID-19

Arizona Cardinals defensive end J.J. Watt (illness) tested positive for COVID-19 on Sunday and will miss the team's preseason game against the Ravens. Additionally, the 33-year-old will not travel with the team to Tennessee for the preseason finale against the Titans. The former Defensive Player of the Year has struggled with injuries in the latter […]

Roquan Smith Returns To Practice And Plans To Play This Season

Chicago Bears linebacker Roquan Smith returned to practice on Saturday for the first time since requesting a trade. Smith issued a statement, "This is the last year of my deal, and I'm going to bet on myself as I've always done." While this does not entirely rule out a trade, it indicates that Smith intends […]

Lakiem Williams Recovers Fumble On Special Teams

Seattle Seahawks linebacker Lakiem Williams racked up one quarterback hit and one fumble recovery during Thursday's preseason loss to the Chicago Bears. The second-year defender's fumble recovery came on special teams when Dazz Newsome muffed a punt and Williams pounced on it. Undrafted out of Syracuse last year, Williams spent 2021 as a practice squad […]

Chris Jones May Play Versus Washington

Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones (back) has a chance to play on Saturday during the preseason matchup against Washington. The veteran left Wednesday's practice and wasn't on the field for Thursday's session, with head coach Andy Reid referring to the injury as a "back spasm." The 28-year-old has been in the league for […]

Derwin James Reaches Four-Year Extension With Chargers

The Los Angeles Chargers are signing safety Derwin James to a four-year contract extension that averages $19.1 million per year on Wednesday, making him the highest-paid safety in NFL history, according to sources. The deal includes a record-breaking $42 million guaranteed. James will make $29 million in the first year of the deal. The 26-year-old […]

Roquan Smith Will Travel For Second Preseason Game

Chicago Bears head coach Matt Eberflus said that linebacker Roquan Smith, who is still seeking a new contract and has asked to be traded, will travel with the team to Seattle to face the Seahawks in their second preseason game. Smith won't play on Thursday, but Eberflus described him as "engaged." The 25-year-old All-Pro's future […]

Trill Williams To Miss Season With ACL Injury

Miami Dolphins cornerback Trill Williams (knee) suffered a torn left ACL during Saturday's preseason matchup against the Buccaneers. He will miss the 2022-23 season. The 22-year-old was forecasted to backup Xavier Howard and Byron Jones (leg). However, Williams had a chance to see more action, at least for a game or two, if Jones wasn't […]

P.J. Locke Intercepts Pass Saturday

Miami Dolphins cornerback P.J. Locke intercepted Dallas Cowboys quarterback Cooper Rush during the teams' postseason opener on Saturday evening. Locke appeared in 16 games for Denver last season, racking up six tackles. Between his usage last season and a quick interception here in the preseason, Locke should make the roster in 2022. However, the 25-year-old […]