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New York Giants wide receiver Braxton Berrios has been elevated from the practice squad for Sunday night's season opener against the Dallas Cowboys. Berrios joins Dalen Cambre as practice squad elevations brought up to provide depth alongside Malachi Fields, Darnell Mooney, and Odell Beckham, covering for the uncertain status of starter Malik Nabers.
New York Giants wide receiver Dalen Cambre was elevated from the practice squad ahead of Sunday night's game against the Dallas Cowboys. The move provides depth for New York's receiving group alongside Braxton Berrios, as starting receiver Malik Nabers remains a game-time decision while working his way back from an ACL and meniscus injury.
Las Vegas Raiders tight end Chris Myarick was elevated from the practice squad ahead of Sunday's season opener against the Miami Dolphins. Originally an undrafted free agent out of Temple in 2019, the 6-foot-5, 261-pound tight end spent two seasons with Miami and spent last season on their practice squad. Myarick was signed during training camp and will provide tight end depth with Brock Bowers ruled out.
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Cody White has been elevated from the practice squad for Sunday's season opener against the Miami Dolphins. White, who spent the past two seasons with the Seattle Seahawks and won a Super Bowl ring in February, recorded 11 catches for 169 yards and a touchdown in 2025. He provides depth for a Raiders receiving corps in need of playmakers.
Las Vegas Raiders tight end Michael Mayer signed a brand new contract extension with the team and is set for an expanded role in Sunday's season opener against the Miami Dolphins. With standout tight end Brock Bowers sidelined due to a meniscus injury, Mayer will take over primary tight end duties. Mayer has also been identified as a top waiver-wire target for fantasy managers entering Week 1.
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa will not play in Sunday's season opener against the Pittsburgh Steelers after sustaining an oblique strain during Thursday's practice. Tagovailoa was officially named the starter on Monday, but the late-week injury forces him to sit out alongside fellow quarterback Michael Penix Jr. Cooper Rush will start in his place, with wide receiver Olamide Zaccheaus serving as the emergency quarterback.
Atlanta Falcons defensive end Za'Darius Smith is expected to suit up for Sunday's Week 1 matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers despite a shoulder injury. Listed as questionable on the official injury report, Smith managed one limited practice and one full practice session during the week without experiencing setbacks, clearing the way for his participation in the season opener.
New England Patriots star wide receiver A.J. Brown was placed on injured reserve after sustaining a right high-ankle sprain during Wednesday's 13-10 loss to the Seattle Seahawks. Initially projected for a four-to-six week recovery, reports indicate the injury is more serious, making a six-week absence likely and ruling out a Week 6 return. In his absence, New England will rely on expanded roles for Romeo Doubs, DeMario Douglas, Mack Hollins, and Kyle Williams.
Kansas City Chiefs starting left tackle Josh Simmons has been officially ruled out for Monday night's season opener against the Denver Broncos. Simmons' absence leaves quarterback Patrick Mahomes without his primary blindside protector in his first game back from an ACL tear. Undrafted rookie Kahlil Benson will step in to make his first career start at left tackle against a formidable Denver pass rush led by Nik Bonitto.
Kansas City Chiefs undrafted rookie Kahlil Benson is set to make his NFL debut and first career start at left tackle in Monday night's opener against the Denver Broncos. Benson, a former Colorado right guard and Indiana tackle, steps in as Patrick Mahomes' blindside protector with starter Josh Simmons ruled out due to injury. Benson will face a stern test against Denver's pass rush, including All-Pro edge rusher Nik Bonitto.
Seattle Seahawks cornerback Terrion Arnold remains on the Commissioner’s Exempt List while facing eight felony charges, ruling him out for Week 2 against the Arizona Cardinals. Arnold is on a one-year deal paying a league-minimum base salary of $1,075,000 without guaranteed money. Because games on the exempt list do not count as accrued seasons toward free agency, Seattle retains his rights and can bring him back as an exclusive rights free agent for $1,120,000 in 2027.
Dallas Cowboys rookie safety Caleb Downs brings generational expectations into the 2026 season opener against the New York Giants. Drafted as part of a complete defensive overhaul under new defensive coordinator Christian Parker, Downs has earned high praise from coaches and teammates alike, including Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh calling him a potential future Hall of Famer. The Giants passed on Downs twice in the draft, selecting Arvell Reese and Sisi Mauigoa instead.
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Davante Adams struggled in Thursday's season opener against the San Francisco 49ers, posting three catches for 26 yards and zero touchdowns on a -1.7 total EPA and -9.9% catch rate over expected. Adams saw minimal usage in 13 personnel during red-zone plays in the loss. Los Angeles needs higher production from the veteran pass catcher to maximize its offensive potential alongside Puka Nacua and quarterback Matthew Stafford.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Cade Otton has been identified as a prime player prop target for Week 1 same-game parlays. Utilizing PFF Advanced Stats and coverage weakness metrics, betting analysts recommend targeting Otton based on expected target distribution and matchup dynamics in Tampa Bay's season-opening game against the Cincinnati Bengals, positioning him as a strong option for correlated betting builds.
Houston Texans wide receiver Jaylin Noel is highlighted as a compelling betting angle for Week 1 same-game parlays. Data-backed analysis relying on PFF Advanced Stats points to favorable matchup advantages and specific coverage weaknesses as reasons to target Noel's props in Houston's season opener against the Buffalo Bills, making him a noteworthy option for player prop bettors entering the weekend.
Veteran offensive tackle D.J. Humphries was released by the Washington Commanders on Friday, opening the door for a potential return to the Los Angeles Rams. Humphries appeared in eight games with the Rams in 2025, including one start. L.A. currently has limited depth at left tackle behind A.J. Jackson, making Humphries an attractive insurance policy given his familiarity with assistant head coach Kliff Kingsbury's offense.
New York Jets rookie defensive end David Bailey, selected second overall in the draft, is set to make his official NFL debut on Sunday against the Tennessee Titans. As the Jets enter the game eager to end a historic team interception drought, coaches and management are focused on seeing the impact Bailey delivers on the field during his first professional regular season action.
The New York Jets elevated kicker Jason Sanders to the active roster ahead of their 2026 regular season opener against former head coach Robert Saleh and the Tennessee Titans in Nashville. Sanders was added to the game-day roster alongside several procedural transactions as the Jets finalize their preparation for the Week 1 matchup.
Wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. is listed as questionable for the Pittsburgh Steelers' Week 1 game against Atlanta due to a nagging injury that sidelined him for the entire preseason. Acquired via trade from Indianapolis and signed to a three-year, $59 million extension, Pittman brings 485 career catches and 5,254 receiving yards to Pittsburgh, where he is slated to start opposite DK Metcalf.
Pittsburgh Steelers defensive lineman Derrick Harmon enters his second season expected to play a vital role for defensive coordinator Patrick Graham. As a rookie, Harmon helped hold opponents to 96.7 rushing yards per game in his 13 starts, compared to 165.6 yards in games he missed. Analysts project Harmon to increase his pass-rush output beyond his 23 pressures from 2025 to contend for Pro Bowl honors.
