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Bears | Luther Burden able to return Wed Aug 26, 06:42 PM
Chicago Bears WR Luther Burden III (groin) participated in practice Wednesday, Aug. 26.
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Lions | Cedrick Wilson cut from IR Wed Aug 26, 05:22 PM
Detroit Lions WR Cedrick Wilson (knee) was released from the Reserve/Injured list Wednesday, Aug. 26, after the two sides reached an injury settlement.
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Colts | Minor injury for Josh Downs Wed Aug 26, 04:54 PM
Indianapolis Colts WR Josh Downs (calf) is dealing with a calf injury but expects to return to practice in the near future.
| Footballguys view: Earlier this month, Downs had to miss some time in camp with a groin issue. Now, it's a minor calf injury that is keeping him out of action. When healthy, we could see Downs and Keenan Allen out there getting most of the work at the wide receiver position for the Colts. Alec Pierce (ankle) has missed this offseason recovering from surgery, but he should be eased into action now that the regular season is almost here. Stay tuned. |
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Buccaneers | Tampa makes roster moves Wed Aug 26, 03:41 PM
Free-agent WR Jha'Quan Jackson (Texans) signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Wednesday, Aug. 26. Terms of the contract were not disclosed. The team also waived WR Dennis Houston (groin) with an injury designation.
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Bills | Mac Dalena cut Wed Aug 26, 03:31 PM
Buffalo Bills WR Mac Dalena was released Wednesday, Aug. 26.
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Broncos | Kyre Duplessis off roster Wed Aug 26, 03:04 PM
Denver Broncos WR Kyre Duplessis was waived Wednesday, Aug. 26.
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Ravens | Zay Flowers not on field Wed Aug 26, 02:56 PM
Baltimore Ravens WR Zay Flowers (undisclosed) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Aug. 26.
| Footballguys view: Earlier this month, Flowers had to miss time with what was called a quad bruise after a collision with a defender. That was a couple of weeks ago, so this undisclosed injury might be something new - or a re-aggravation. When more information is revealed, we'll be able to decipher Flowers' health status for Week 1. |
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Packers | Two players not practicing Wed Aug 26, 01:57 PM
Green Bay Packers WR Savion Williams (ankle) and TE Thomas Yassmin (knee) are not participating in practice Wednesday, Aug. 26.
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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.
| Footballguys view: No surprise here after Tuesday's hyperextension scare with Chase. After the injury, Chase was not getting extra treatment but was instead stretching on the sidelines. It was a frightening news item, but it seems like any major crisis has been averted. |
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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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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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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 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.
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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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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.
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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.
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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 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.
Link to story 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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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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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 | 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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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. |
Bills | Mecole Hardman on the bubble Tue Aug 25, 12:17 AM
Buffalo 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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NFL | Allen Robinson announces retirement Mon Aug 24, 08:09 PM
Free-agent WR Allen Robinson (Lions) announced his retirement on Monday, Aug. 24.
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Lions | Two players added to injured reserve Mon Aug 24, 04:49 PM
Detroit Lions RB Raheem Blackshear (undisclosed) and WR Cedrick Wilson (knee) were placed on the Reserve/Injured list Monday, Aug. 24.
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Cardinals | Xavier Weaver placed on IR Mon Aug 24, 04:33 PM
Arizona Cardinals WR Xavier Weaver (hamstring) was placed on the Reserve/Injured list Monday, Aug. 24.
Link to story Cardinals | Two players let go Mon Aug 24, 04:32 PM
Arizona Cardinals WR Bryson Green and TE Baylor Cupp were waived Monday, Aug. 24.
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Patriots | Kobe Prentice off roster Mon Aug 24, 04:11 PM
New England Patriots WR Kobe Prentice was waived Monday, Aug. 24.
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Chiefs | Jeff Caldwell waived Mon Aug 24, 04:10 PM
Kansas City Chiefs WR Jeff Caldwell (knee) was waived Monday, Aug. 24, with an injury designation.
Link to story Giants | Malik Nabers making progress Mon Aug 24, 03:41 PM
New York Giants WR Malik Nabers (knee) was not wearing a no-contact jersey during practice Monday, Aug. 24. He was catching passes while running at 75 percent speed during practice.
| Footballguys view: As CBSSports.com notes, Nabers has been taking part in team drills for a little more than one week, but he was wearing the red jersey until Monday's development. This doesn't mean he's been cleared for all activity, but he is now closing in on the final stages of his recovery from the torn ACL that he suffered in his right knee in Week 4 of last season. All signs are pointing toward Nabers being available Week 1 against the Cowboys. He's a prime pick in Round 3 at his current WR12 ADP. |
Bills | Skyler Bell back on field Mon Aug 24, 03:24 PM
Buffalo Bills WR Skyler Bell (groin) participated in practice Monday, Aug. 24, after missing some time because of a groin injury.
| Footballguys view: Bell has yet to play in a preseason game, missing both of the first two contests. He told reporters after practice that it was a groin injury he was dealing with, but felt "like a kid in a candy store" getting back on the field, especially because he said he had never missed that much time before playing football. The rookie has work to do after missing so much time. We'll see if he can gain ground in coming days. |
Raiders | Noah Brown cut Mon Aug 24, 03:10 PM
Las Vegas Raiders WR Noah Brown was released Monday, Aug. 24.
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Patriots | NE moving on from Kayshon Boutte Mon Aug 24, 02:47 PM
New England Patriots WR Kayshon Boutte is being traded to the Houston Texans in exchange for S Jaylen Reed and an undisclosed draft choice, according to sources.
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Texans | Houston acquiring Kayshon Boutte Mon Aug 24, 02:37 PM
New England Patriots WR Kayshon Boutte is being acquired by the Houston Texans in exchange for S Jaylen Reed and an undisclosed draft choice, according to sources.
| Footballguys view: The Texans, who needed a replacement for the injured Jayden Higgins, found an ideal option. Entering the final year of his rookie contract, Boutte was the odd man out of the Patriots' revamped receiving corps. A sixth-round pick in 2023, Boutte caught 33 passes for 551 yards with six touchdowns in 14 regular-season games last year. He also had nine catches for 168 yards with a touchdown in four postseason contests. Viewing him in the same range as Higgins -- or another player joining a new team, Stefon Diggs in Washington -- is a starting point for fantasy investors. |
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Browns | Isaiah Bond in protocol Mon Aug 24, 02:23 PM
Cleveland Browns WR Isaiah Bond (head) is not participating in practice Monday, Aug. 24, because he is going through the concussion protocol.
| Footballguys view: The Browns initially announced that Bond was being evaluated for a concussion after he exited during the second quarter of Saturday's game against the Bills. He was cleared to return in the third quarter but did not re-enter the game, with many of Cleveland's key players already finished for the day. Bond's absence Monday indicates that he developed symptoms after passing the in-game evaluation. He will now have to complete the league's concussion protocol before returning to practice. |
Rams | Puka Nacua remains not practicing Mon Aug 24, 02:11 PM
Los Angeles Rams WR Puka Nacua (groin) is working on a side during practice Monday, Aug. 24.
| Footballguys view: The Athletic's Nate Atkins reported Monday that both Nacua and Myles Garrett are still sidelined by their injuries. Fortunately, there is a lot of time before the season opener, but they've now each missed the last two weeks. Both are set to do side work as they continue to rehab from injury. Both players missed last week's joint practice, but the Rams have continued to state that their absence is precautionary. We'll continue watching for more. |
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Giants | Ryan Miller off roster Mon Aug 24, 01:34 PM
New York Giants WR Ryan Miller was waived Monday, Aug. 24.
Link to story Texans | Deuce Vaughn officially signed Mon Aug 24, 01:24 PM
Free-agent RB Deuce Vaughn (Broncos) officially signed with the Houston Texans Monday, Aug. 24. Terms of the contract were not disclosed. The team also waived WR Jha'Quan Jackson.
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Titans | Carnell Tate can't connect with QB Sun Aug 23, 10:07 PM
Tennessee Titans WR Carnell Tate was unable to catch either of his two targets during the preseason game against the Seattle Seahawks Sunday, Aug. 23.
Link to story Titans | Two grabs for Wan'Dale Robinson Sun Aug 23, 09:58 PM
Tennessee Titans WR Wan'Dale Robinson caught both of his targets for 11 yards during the preseason game against the Seattle Seahawks Sunday, Aug. 23.
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Jets | New York makes roster moves Sun Aug 23, 09:16 PM
Free-agent LB Anthony Dunn (Chiefs), RB Dominic Richardson (Titans) and S Tanner Wall (Dolphins) signed with the New York Jets Sunday, Aug. 23. In corresponding moves, WR Caullin Lacy (undisclosed), RB Sam Scott (undisclosed) DE Nathan Voorhis (undisclosed) were waived with an injury designation.
Link to story Texans | Juwann Winfree released Sun Aug 23, 09:06 PM
Houston Texans WR Juwann Winfree was released Sunday, Aug. 23.
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Giants | Malik Nabers to shed non-contact jersey soon? Sun Aug 23, 04:16 PM
New York Giants WR Malik Nabers (knee) might shed his non-contact jersey sometime this week, head coach John Harbaugh said Sunday, Aug. 23.
| Footballguys view: Everything is proceeding at a pace to expect Nabers to be full go for Week 1 against the Cowboys. His ADP may go up a few spots when he is officially cleared for contact. |
Seahawks | Jaxon Smith-Njigba won't play Sunday Sun Aug 23, 02:51 PM
Seattle Seahawks WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba won't play in the preseason game Sunday, Aug. 23, against the Tennessee Titans. He isn't expected to play in the preseason final Aug. 29 against the Kansas City Chiefs, either.
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49ers | De'Zhaun Stribling wearing non-contact jersey Sun Aug 23, 02:09 PM
San Francisco 49ers WR De'Zhaun Stribling (shoulder) was able to return to practice Sunday, Aug. 23, although he was donning a non-contact jersey. He was forced to miss practice Saturday as a result of the ailment.
| Footballguys view: This shouldn't slow down his rise up the fantasy draft board, but it could become a problem if it recurs during the season. The 49ers will give him a lot of targets to harness his speed after the catch, so he'll get the fitness of that injured shoulder tested once the season starts. |