Last week, the Vikings signed a big-name veteran receiver who spent time with the Giants this year in Odell Beckham Jr. On Wednesday, they hosted another for a workout (via The Ringer’s Tom Pelissero): former Steelers and Chiefs wideout JuJu Smith-Schuster. The 29-year-old was a consistent contributor across the first six years of his career (five […]

In August, dozens of athletes who signed professional contracts, including multiple who were currently on NFL rosters, launched an attempt to return to college following the NCAA’s institution of a new ‘five-for-five’ eligibility rule. Leading the charge was a group of former Ole Miss players who wanted to reunite with head coach Lane Kiffin at […]

Today’s NFL practice squad moves include the Jaguars importing a long snapper to London and the Chiefs reuniting with a familiar wide receiver. Here are the latest updates. Carolina Panthers Released: DL Anthony Goodlow Signed: DL Keith Cooper Houston Texans Signed: QB Mark Gronowski, WR Bryce Oliver Jacksonville Jaguars Signed: LS Jacob Bobenmoyer Kansas City […]

Regularly structuring contracts to include void years and option bonuses for cap purposes, the Eagles have recently processed retirements as post-June 1 cuts to defray costs over a two-year period. That was the case with Jason Kelce and Fletcher Cox in 2024, and Lane Johnson’s retirement is heading in that direction too. Johnson will be […]

Yannick Ngakoue and Dawuane Smoot reunited Monday, with the former Jaguars teammates working out for the Giants. Rather than sign the more accomplished edge rusher, New York is bringing in Smoot. Smoot, Ngakoue and Julian Okwara worked out for the Giants on Monday, ESPN.com’s Jordan Raanan and KPRC2’s Aaron Wilson note. It will be Smoot […]

Here are Monday’s minor moves: Buffalo Bills Signed from practice squad: CB Anthony Kendall Released: OLB Mike Danna Elevated: DL Phidarian Mathis, WR Trent Sherfield Cincinnati Bengals Placed on IR: LB Swayze Bozeman Claimed off waivers (from Jaguars): LB Jack Kiser Cleveland Browns Signed off Vikings’ practice squad: RB Audric Estime Houston Texans Waived: WR […]

The Cardinals and Texans’ Marvin Harrison Jr. trade is now official. The third-year wide receiver passed his Texans physical Monday and will begin preparing to make his Houston debut. Arizona will receive 2027 second- and seventh-round picks from Houston for the former No. 4 overall pick. For a bit, it looked like the Cardinals would add […]

Mike Pettine’s winter departure from the Vikings’ staff was classified as retirement. But the veteran staffer later said he was not sure if he would return to coaching. Months later, we have more clarity. Pettine is joining the Cowboys’ staff as a senior defensive assistant, the team announced Monday. This reunites Pettine with both Bryan […]

The 49ers are 5-0, but injuries continue to plague the oft-malady-stricken team. San Francisco’s receiving corps, in particular, has absorbed a few blows. Deebo Samuel left the team’s Week 5 win in Seattle, and he will represent another missing piece moving forward. Samuel will miss time due to a hamstring injury, Kyle Shanahan said Monday […]

Thanks to injuries to Saquon Barkley and Tank Bigsby, the Eagles were down to the unproven Will Shipley as their starting running back in Week 5. Facing the Jaguars’ NFL-leading run defense, Shipley and the Eagles’ ground game didn’t generate much in a crushing 19-17 loss in London. Worsening matters, Shipley suffered a partial tear […]

The Packers have overcome major health issues to win three of their first five games and keep pace in the NFC playoff race this season. While the team is dealing with injuries to several important players – including right tackle Zach Bako-Bewele, receiver Jayden Reed and linebacker Edgerrin Cooper – superstar pass rusher Micah Parsons […]

After a sideline dustup led to an ejection on Sunday, 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw will sit out Week 6. The NFL has suspended Greenlaw one game without pay for headbutting helmetless Seahawks linebacker Ernest Jones IV. Greenlaw may appeal the punishment. More to come…

The Lions improved to 3-2 with a 45-21 thrashing of the Cardinals on Sunday, but they did not escape Arizona unscathed. Wide receiver/returner Tom Kennedy and linebacker Devin White each went down with significant injuries in the first half. Kennedy suffered a season-ending MCL injury on a punt return and is expected to require surgery, […]

Dan Quinn’s name was mentioned in chatter surrounding in-season firings prior to yesterday’s Commanders-Giants tie. His job security has naturally become even more of a talking point given how that game ended. Washington surrendered a 14-point lead in the fourth quarter to set up overtime. In the extra frame, the Commanders benefitted from a Cam Skattebo fumble […]

Week 5 marked Michael Penix Jr.’s third game of the 2026 season. The Falcons quarterback was unable to complete the contest, however. Penix struggled early in last night’s loss to the Ravens, but he improved throughout the game and was highly effective on third downs in particular. He and the Falcons had the opportunity to engineer […]

The Steelers could have a familiar face back on the roster in short order. Veteran linebacker Elandon Roberts is visiting Pittsburgh today, as first reported by Alan Saunders of Steelers Now. Roberts played in Pittsburgh during the 2023 and ’24 seasons, operating as a defensive regular during that time. After a single campaign in Vegas, he […]

When the Patriots drafted Utah’s Caleb Lomu near the end of the first round this year, it seemed clear that the plan was for him to eventually take over for 35-year-old veteran right tackle Morgan Moses. Well, it appears the Utes former left tackle will be asked to cover his old position for a portion […]

It looks like the Packers may be down a body on their defensive front as Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports that defensive tackle Javon Hargrave “is believed to have torn his Achilles” tendon. Head coach Matt LaFleur was the one who informed the media.   More to come…

The Titans haven’t seen the postseason in four years. Since moving on from former head coach Mike Vrabel and future Hall of Fame running back Derrick Henry, Tennessee hasn’t won more than three games in a season, and after starting 0-4 in 2026, the team is currently well-positioned to land a top four draft pick […]

The Rams will conclude Week 5 when they play the Bills tomorrow night. Star trade acquisition Myles Garrett will miss his fourth straight contest, so he will be eligible to return to practice after that point. Garrett remains on injured reserve following arthroscopic knee surgery he underwent after the team’s season-opening trip to Australia. Though he […]

When speaking to the media after their Week 5 win, Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans was asked multiple times about Marvin Harrison Jr. Ryans eventually confirmed the trade for the Cardinals wideout has indeed taken place. Harrison is heading to Houston, and the full terms of the swap are now known. Per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport and ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Cards are […]

The wait continues for Marvin Harrison Jr. to officially be traded away by the Cardinals. The widespread belief nevertheless remains that he will be in Houston shortly. The Texans are among “several teams” interested in the third-year receiver, CBS Sports’ Aditi Kinkhabwala reported (video link) prior to their Week 5 game. Houston is expected to represent Harrison’s destination once this […]

Wide receiver Quentin Johnston might not be the Chargers’ only trade candidate leading up to the Nov. 10 deadline. Outside linebacker Khalil Mack could also be a name to watch in the few weeks, according to Jonathan Jones of The Athletic. Mack has been a Charger since they acquired him from the Bears in 2022. […]

The Chargers gave wide receiver Quentin Johnston a vote of confidence and a lot of money when they exercised his fifth-year option during the offseason. However, with the Bolts off to a disastrous 0-4 start as the Nov. 10 trade deadline approaches, multiple sources told Ralph Vacchiano of Fox Sports that the team could put […]

The Bears will go a third straight game without starting quarterback Caleb Williams on Sunday, but he is progressing toward returning from a hamstring injury. The third-year signal-caller is “pushing” to get back in the lineup in Week 6, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network says. Williams was carted off with what looked like a major […]

As an impending free agent on a winless, rebuilding team, Titans running back Tony Pollard looks like a logical trade candidate as the Nov. 10 deadline approaches. The Titans are not planning a fire sale, though, and have not shown interest in moving Pollard, Tom Pelissero of The Ringer reports. Teams have contacted the Titans […]

Saturday produced news that Marvin Harrison Jr. is set to have his Cardinals tenure come to an end in the immediate future. The third-year wideout’s destination is still not official at this point, but more indications have pointed to a Houston agreement. The Texans are expected to wind up acquiring Harrison, per multiple reports. Executives and one Cardinals player who spoke […]

The Packers’ backfield depth has been dealt a blow. Chris Brooks is now on injured reserve, the team announced on Saturday. Green Bay has opened the season without Josh Jacobs available. He remains on the commissioner’s exempt list with a decision pending as it pertains to league discipline. With Jacobs unavailable, the Packers’ 2026 RB options have been tested. […]

Earlier this week, Tim Patrick returned to practice. That was a sign the veteran wideout could be back in the fold shortly, and he has indeed returned to the Jets’ active roster. Patrick has been activated from injured reserve, the team announced on Saturday. A groin injury led to his IR stint, ensuring an absence of […]

Here are Week 5’s minor moves and standard gameday practice squad elevations: Arizona Cardinals Signed from practice squad: CB Art Green Atlanta Falcons Signed from practice squad: S Jammie Robinson Elevated: DE Drake Jackson, DE Bralen Trice Placed on IR: LB Yasir Abdullah Baltimore Ravens Elevated: T Chuma Edoga, G Kyle Hergel Cincinnati Bengals Elevated: […]

Saturday’s practice squad moves: San Francisco 49ers Signed: DT Ogbonnia Okoronkwo Released: DE Matt Judon As expected, Okoronkwo is announced right back with the 49ers’ practice squad after getting released yesterday. The veteran’s relationship with defensive coordinator Raheem Morris will keep him in San Francisco, and his willingness to move back and forth between the […]

Attrition continues to provide hardship for the still winless Chargers. Los Angeles announced today that, while they were able to activate fullback/defensive tackle Scott Matlock and offensive lineman Branson Taylor from injured reserve, they will be taking the roster spots of quarterback Trey Lance and offensive tackle Trevor Penning, who are being place on IR. […]

After finding out they were losing left tackle Paris Johnson Jr. for the year earlier this week, the Cardinals now see starting right guard Isaiah Adams join him on injured reserve. Arizona reportedly doesn’t believe Adams’ ankle injury will keep him out as long as Johnson, but while he recovers third-year guard Jon Gaines II will start […]

As part of a series of moves, the Dolphins have activated defensive tackle Kenneth Grant from injured reserve, according to Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN. They also waived quarterback Brady Cook and elevated running back Carlos Washington and defensive lineman Rodney McGraw from their practice squad. More to come…

The injuries keep piling up for the Patriots, who are placing wide receiver Mack Hollins and fullback Reggie Gilliam on IR, Doug Kyed of the Boston Herald reports. Both players will miss at least four games. More to come…

After joining the Vikings’ practice squad on Wednesday, wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. is already prepared to make his debut with the club. The 4-0 Vikings are elevating Beckham ahead of their road meeting with the 1-3 Saints on Sunday, per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. While Beckham is ready to go, he isn’t a […]

The Texans are getting some reinforcements on defense for Week 5. The team announced this afternoon that rookie second-round defensive tackle Kayden McDonald (injured reserve) and veteran safety M.J. Stewart (reserve physically unable to perform list) have been activated from their respective injured lists.   More to come…

Bears linebacker Noah Sewell has not played in a game since he tore his Achilles in Week 17 last year, but he could make his return on Sunday in Green Bay. The Bears have activated Sewell from the reserve/PUP list and elevated running back Zavier Scott from the practice squad, the team announced. Sewell, a […]

Colts defensive end Arden Key is going to miss extended time as a result of the hamstring injury he suffered in a 30-13 win over the Commanders in Week 4. The Colts placed Key on IR on Saturday, per a team announcement. In a corresponding move, they elevated wide receiver Nick Westbrook-Ikhine from the practice […]

The Ravens paid a hefty price to acquire center Cam Jurgens from the Eagles this week, a move that came with significant risk given his 2025 back surgery that could still have lingering effects. Past moves loomed large over the Jurgens trade. The Ravens backed out of their deal for Raiders edge rusher Maxx Crosby […]

Marvin Harrison Jr.’s time in Arizona is drawing to a close. The Cardinals are finalizing a trade involving the third-year wide receiver, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter, though Harrison’s destination remains unknown. More to come.

This week’s edition of the PFR mailbag dives into Philadelphia’s two notable offensive line departures from recent days. Questions on Denver’s sideline tweak, Kansas City’s receiver situation and Minnesota’s hot start are also addressed. Dylan asks: Are the Eagles selling? They are usually obsessed with building up their OL, but now they trade [Cam] Jurgens […]

As the 2026 NFL season continues to develop, the Seahawks could certainly use some positive news on the injury front in their running backs room. Well, according to Albert Breer, a return of last year’s RB2, Zach Charbonnet, might not be too far off. Breer reports Charbonnet may return as soon as Week 6. Despite […]

For the second year in a row, Commanders interior offensive lineman Nick Allegretti has been demoted from a starting role in Washington. Allegretti started his 2026 campaign as the team’s preferred option to replace free agency casualty Tyler Biadasz at center. Early-season addition Lucas Patrick has been the starting center each of the past two […]

Today’s practice squad transactions heading into the weekend: Denver Broncos Signed: CB Ugo Amadi Philadelphia Eagles Placed on practice squad/injured list: DT Uar Bernard

Friday’s minor moves: Denver Broncos Signed from practice squad: WR Lil’Jordan Humphrey Placed on IR: WR Pat Bryant Philadelphia Eagles Signed from practice squad: C Jake Majors, RB Carson Steele San Francisco 49ers Released: DT Ogbonnia Okoronkwo Okoronkwo started the year on the 49ers’ practice squad after reuniting with defensive coordinator Raheem Morris, under whom […]

The Panthers have managed a 2-2 record despite a spate of early-season injuries. Carolina entered its bye week at .500 even with the losses of Jaycee Horn, Taylor Moton, Ikem Ekwonu, Michael Jackson, Jonathon Brooks, Nic Scourton and Tershawn Wharton. Left guard Damien Lewis also missed Week 4. Bryce Young could soon have more help. […]

John Michael Schmitz has started 44 games during his four-season Giants tenure. The team, however, sat the former second-round pick against the Cardinals in Week 4. While John Harbaugh attributed the move to the Giants wanting stability after Bryan Hudson practiced in place of Schmitz last Friday — as the incumbent was present for the […]

The sprained ankle Lamar Jackson suffered in Week 4 will sideline the superstar quarterback for at least one game. The Ravens will not create any mystery about the two-time MVP’s status, ruling him out for their Week 5 matchup against the Falcons. This designation moves Tyler Huntley into the Baltimore starting lineup, which has been […]

The Commanders’ hope at passing Kaytron Allen through waivers and onto their practice squad did not progress very far. The winless Dolphins used their early waiver priority to add the rookie running back. Miami claimed Allen on Friday, ESPN’s Adam Schefter tweets. The team, which is down De’Von Achane for the season, will pick up […]