NFL 2026

NFL News & Analysis

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Game Recap August 21, 2026

Raiders Edge Texans 22-20 in Preseason Week 2

Las Vegas Raiders 22, Houston Texans 20 at Reliant Stadium. Aidan O'Connell went 15 of 24 for 166 yards.

League August 20, 2026

NFL-Rostered Players Granted Restraining Order to Return to College

The SEC and Big Ten have now moved to bar these players outright, threatening fines and coach suspensions, putting Dae'Quan Wright's planned move to LSU in serious jeopardy even after he cleared NFL waivers.

Team August 20, 2026

Jaguars Activate OT Cole Van Lanen From PUP List

The lineman, who signed a three-year, $51 million extension last season before a Week 18 knee injury, now projects to compete for the starting right tackle job after Jacksonville shifted Anton Harrison to left tackle.

Injuries August 20, 2026

Sam LaPorta's Status Uncertain for Lions' Season Opener

Coach Dan Campbell says a hip flare-up in practice will sideline the tight end for now, with his Week 1 availability against New Orleans not yet guaranteed.

Injuries August 20, 2026

Commanders' Jer'Zhan Newton Has Surgery to Repair Torn Pec

The second-year defensive lineman was hurt taking on a double team during Washington's preseason opener against Miami and is expected to miss significant time.

Injuries August 20, 2026

Colts' Tyler Warren Injures Groin in Joint Practice With Falcons

The rookie tight end, coming off a 76-catch debut season, left with trainers and returned to the sideline wrapped, with no return timeline announced.

Contracts August 20, 2026

Bucs, Vita Vea Agree to Extension, Ending Hold-In

The one-year add-on effectively guarantees the two-time Pro Bowler $48 million over 2026 and 2027, resolving a standoff after his previous deal carried no guaranteed money.

League August 18, 2026

Goodell Says 'No Doubt' NFL Will Have a Team Based Outside the U.S.

The commissioner told a German outlet an international franchise is inevitable, and said an international Super Bowl becomes plausible once a team is permanently based abroad.

Contracts August 18, 2026

Falcons Sign Za'Darius Smith to Bolster Pass Rush

The veteran comes out of retirement on a one-year deal reportedly worth $6 million, reuniting with coach Kevin Stefanski after Atlanta lost Jalon Walker for the season and James Pearce Jr. to suspension.

Injuries August 18, 2026

Jets' Breece Hall to Miss 2-3 Weeks With Groin Strain

Coach Aaron Glenn says the starting running back is expected to be ready for the regular-season opener despite the injury, with Braelon Allen stepping in during his absence.

🔥 Trending Off Field August 18, 2026

Puka Nacua Faces Possible NFL Discipline Tied to Personal Conduct Policy Review

The Rams receiver was sued in March over an alleged assault, and the league is reviewing the incident under its personal conduct policy, with a possible suspension for Los Angeles's season opener.

Contracts August 18, 2026

Giants Sign Running Back Najee Harris to One-Year Deal

The former Steelers standout, now healthy after an Achilles tear cut short his 2025 season with the Chargers, joins an already crowded New York backfield.

Off Field August 18, 2026

Calais Campbell Breaks Silence After Mother's Death, Brother's Murder Charge

The Ravens defensive end thanked fans for their support after a tragedy that kept him away from the start of training camp, saying football 'brings me joy' as his family works through it.

Injuries August 18, 2026

Saints Rookie WR Jordyn Tyson Could Miss Two Months With Hamstring Injury

The No. 8 overall pick was hurt during a joint practice with the Jaguars, with a recovery timeline that could push his debut to around Week 6.

Off Field August 18, 2026

Bengals' Ceyair Wright Leaves Preseason to Pursue Acting Opportunity

The undrafted defensive back, who previously played LeBron James's son in 'Space Jam: A New Legacy,' is stepping away from camp for a new role.

Injuries August 18, 2026

Bears' Kyle Monangai to Miss Multiple Weeks With Knee Injury

The 2025 seventh-round pick hyperextended his knee after being tackled from behind in Sunday's practice, his second camp injury of the summer.

Off Field August 18, 2026

O.J. Brigance, Ravens 'Beloved Legend,' Dies at 56 After ALS Battle

The Super Bowl XXXV champion and longtime Ravens player-engagement executive was diagnosed with ALS in 2007 and fought the disease for nearly 19 years, founding a foundation to support other patients.

Contracts August 18, 2026

Keenan Allen Agrees to One-Year Deal With Colts

The six-time Pro Bowler, who led the Chargers in receiving last season, reunites with former Chargers offensive coordinator Shane Steichen as Indianapolis addresses a thin receiver room.

🔥 Trending Injuries August 17, 2026

49ers Activate George Kittle From PUP List, Christian McCaffrey Also Back

The tight end, working back from a torn Achilles, took the biggest step yet in his recovery with individual drills, while McCaffrey returned to practice for the first time since Aug. 10.

Team August 17, 2026

Packers' Keisean Nixon Not Guaranteed Starting Cornerback Job

The Pro Bowl alternate has been pushed to second- and third-team reps at points in camp as rookie second-rounder Brandon Cisse pushes for the starting spot.

Off Field August 17, 2026

Colts, Pacers Donate $125,000 Each to Indiana Flood Relief

The teams' combined gift, alongside contributions from the Fever and G League's Noblesville Boom, goes directly to American Red Cross relief efforts after deadly flooding across the state.

Off Field August 17, 2026

John Niland, Guard on Cowboys' First Super Bowl Team, Dies at 82

The six-time Pro Bowler started 111 games over nine seasons in Dallas and helped protect Roger Staubach in the franchise's Super Bowl VI win.

Team August 17, 2026

Colts Signal They'll Keep Anthony Richardson for Quarterback Depth

Assistant GM Ed Dodds said Indianapolis wants three quarterbacks who can play, a lesson learned after last year's injuries forced Philip Rivers out of retirement.

Injuries August 17, 2026

Cardinals Rookie RB Jeremiyah Love Likely Out Rest of Preseason

The Notre Dame product suffered a high ankle sprain in Thursday's game against the Raiders after racking up 72 total yards, but the team is hopeful he's ready for the regular-season opener.