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Former Los Angeles Chargers linebacker and College Football Hall of Famer Billy Ray Smith Jr. has passed away at the age of 64. His family confirmed he was suffering from dementia caused by CTE. Smith played his entire 10-year NFL career with the San Diego Chargers before transitioning into a career as a beloved broadcaster and philanthropist.
Green Bay Packers cornerback Keisean Nixon has returned to practice after missing Wednesday's session due to tightness.
The New York Giants announced the signing of linebacker Anfernee Orji as part of a series of roster moves made on Thursday afternoon.
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London returned to the practice field on Wednesday, marking a positive step for his availability at the start of training camp after dealing with an undisclosed issue. In other news, London recently made headlines for a creative marriage proposal to his girlfriend, Sofia Gabay, which notably featured Taco Bell hot sauce.
Running back Bhayshul Tuten has been a standout performer during the Jaguars' early training camp sessions. Reports indicate his terrific practice performances have been a consistent highlight of the team's offseason and early camp work.
Although running back Chris Rodriguez has been cleared to participate in individual drills following a foot injury, the Jaguars intend to take a cautious approach with his workload during early training camp. Rodriguez missed much of the offseason program and is not yet at 100%, though he plans to be ready for Week 1. Meanwhile, Bhayshul Tuten has emerged as a standout performer during camp.
Veteran wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins has concluded his tenure with the New England Patriots after an abrupt departure. Hopkins had been participating in a trial coaching role during training camp, but he left the team after only four practices. The move marks the end of his short-lived experiment with the Patriots' coaching staff.
Following an 8-win season and an NFC South title, the Carolina Panthers are looking for quarterback Bryce Young to take another leap in his development. Analysts are currently evaluating the team's over/under win total for the 2026 campaign based on his projected performance.
Tetairoa McMillan is currently competing for the No. 3 wide receiver job for the Carolina Panthers. Following the season-ending injury to Chris Brazzell, the depth chart competition remains open among several candidates.
Following the season-ending LCL injury to rookie Chris Brazzell, Xavier Legette has emerged as the favorite for the Panthers' No. 3 wide receiver job, though John Metchie, David Moore, and Jalen Coker remain in the competition.
Following the season-ending injury to Chris Brazzell, John Metchie is in the mix for the Panthers' No. 3 wide receiver job, competing for snaps alongside Xavier Legette, David Moore, and Jalen Coker.
With Chris Brazzell sidelined for the season due to a knee injury, veteran David Moore is among the candidates competing for the Panthers' No. 3 wide receiver role, alongside Xavier Legette, John Metchie, and Jalen Coker.
Following the season-ending injury to rookie Chris Brazzell, Jalen Coker remains in the mix for the Panthers' No. 3 wide receiver job, competing alongside Xavier Legette, John Metchie, and David Moore.
Cowboys veteran safety Markquese Bell is entering a critical training camp period as he faces a significant battle to secure his spot on the team's final 2026 roster.
New York Giants pass rusher Brian Burns is embracing the intensity of training camp, noting that even at a resort-style facility, the work remains hard, which is exactly how he prefers his preparation.
Brian Thomas Jr. delivered an explosive finish during the second day of Jacksonville Jaguars training camp, serving as one of the major takeaways from the session.
Parker Washington is showing growing chemistry with quarterback Trevor Lawrence during the early stages of the Jacksonville Jaguars' 2026 training camp.
During the second day of Jacksonville Jaguars training camp, Trevor Lawrence demonstrated growing chemistry with receiver Parker Washington, highlighting the team's offensive progress.
Ian Thomas is participating in the Jacksonville Jaguars' training camp, which has seen notable early developments including chemistry building between Trevor Lawrence and Parker Washington.
Terrance Ferguson is identified as one of the players on the Los Angeles Rams roster facing significant pressure to prove himself during the 2026 training camp.
