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Bengals star wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase returned to the practice field on Monday. Chase has been managing a knee injury, and his participation in the session serves as a critical indicator of his availability for upcoming games. The team has expressed no concern regarding his status for Week 1, and his return to practice marks a positive step in his recovery process as the season approaches.
Tee Higgins, who has been dealing with a heel injury, was back on the field and in uniform for Monday's practice session. His presence at practice is a positive development as the Bengals prepare for their upcoming Week 1 schedule. The team has shown no concern regarding his availability for the season opener, and his outlook remains positive as he moves closer to game day.
Aaron Brewer expressed optimism regarding Kadyn Proctor's readiness for his debut with the Miami Dolphins.
Patrick Paul expressed support for teammate Kadyn Proctor, stating that Proctor is ready for his upcoming debut with the Dolphins.
Dolphins teammates Patrick Paul and Aaron Brewer have expressed confidence in Kadyn Proctor ahead of his professional debut, with Paul stating that Proctor is ready for the challenge.
Ravens coach Jesse Minter announced that Jovaughn Gwyn will be the team's starting center for the season opener against the Indianapolis Colts.
Seattle Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald provided a positive update on Zach Charbonnet's recovery from a torn ACL on Monday. Macdonald noted that Charbonnet looks "awesome" in his ongoing rehabilitation process.
Ben Brown has been ruled out for the New England Patriots' season opener at Lumen Field, according to the team's latest injury report.
New England Patriots defensive player Christian Barmore returned to practice on Monday. He was one of three players previously listed as out of practice on Sunday, and his return marks a positive development for the team's defensive unit ahead of the regular season.
New England Patriots running back TreVeyon Henderson continues to be sidelined by an ankle injury. He was not spotted at Monday's practice, marking his continued absence from the field as the team prepares for the upcoming schedule. His status remains a point of concern for the Patriots' backfield depth.
The Detroit Lions have signed linebacker Joe Bachie to their active roster, filling one of the existing openings on the team's 53-man squad.
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Mike Evans addressed his recent health status, confirming that the quad and groin injuries that caused him to miss training camp time were not significant. Evans stated that he would not have been sidelined had the team been participating in regular-season practices, downplaying concerns about his availability for the start of the year.
Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike McCarthy provided an update on the team's right tackle competition during Monday's press conference, noting that Dylan Cook is currently trending to start at the position for the Week 1 opener.
The Atlanta Falcons have officially named Tua Tagovailoa their starting quarterback for the Week 1 opener against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Tagovailoa beat out Michael Penix Jr. for the role. He ranked fifth among qualifying quarterbacks in perfectly accurate throw rate in 2025. This start marks a significant return to Pittsburgh, the site of his final start with the Miami Dolphins.
Bears running back Kyle Monangai returned to practice on Monday for the first time since suffering a right knee hyperextension on August 16. Although he was wearing a protective sleeve on the knee, he appeared to be moving well during the session. His return is a positive sign for his availability for the team's Week 1 preparations.
The Las Vegas Raiders are currently evaluating the skill set and tape of newly acquired cornerback Darrell Luter Jr. to determine his role and impact within the team's defensive roster.
Bears rookie wide receiver Rome Odunze did not participate in Monday's practice session due to a leg injury. His status remains a point of concern for the team as they prepare for their upcoming schedule. The absence was confirmed alongside other injury updates from the Chicago practice field.
Bears running back D'Andre Swift returned to the practice field on Monday. Swift had been sidelined recently while managing an abdomen injury. His return to action is a positive development for the Chicago offense as they continue their preparations for the upcoming season.
Safety Antoine Winfield Jr. has been selected as a team captain for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for the 2026 season. He is one of six veterans chosen by teammates to lead the team this year.
Quarterback Baker Mayfield has been named a team captain for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for the 2026 season. Mayfield was selected by his teammates as part of a six-man leadership group to guide the team throughout the upcoming year.
