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8/12/26 8:28 AM - ‘Could They Get J.J. McCarthy For a Late-Round Pick?’ — Ex-NFL Scout Pitches Trades as Vikings Star Loses QB1 Battle.

Former NFL scout John Middlekauff floated the Chargers as among four landing spots for Vikings' J.J. McCarthy.
Source: https://www.profootballnetwork.com/j-j-mccarthy-sc...

Detroit Lions (DEF - DET)

8/12/26 8:09 AM - It only took one practice for Josh Dobbs to storm into QB2 battle. Josh Dobbs entered the building as the favorite to the Detroit Lions' No. 2 quarterback, but it's safe to say he made a strong impression during his first real practice work.
Source: https://sidelionreport.com/it-only-took-one-practi...

Robert Tonyan (TE - MIN)

8/12/26 8:00 AM - Steelers Stock Watch 2026 – TE Robert Tonyan. Player: TE Robert Tonyan Stock Value: Up Reasoning: If you thought the Steelers would only carry two true tight ends, Robert Tonyan has something to say about that. While they added Riley Nowakowski after losing Jonnu Smith and Connor Heyward, Tonyan is looking like a safe roster bet. Not just because Aaron Rodgers likes him, but […]
Source: https://steelersdepot.com/2026/08/steelers-stock-w...

Jameson Williams (WR - DET)

8/12/26 8:00 AM - Jameson Williams' fifth-year leap is sounding very real with highlight-reel camp. Jameson Williams is showing just how evolved his game has become during training camp.
Source: https://sidelionreport.com/jameson-williams-fifth-...

Dallas Cowboys (DEF - DAL)

8/12/26 7:00 AM - Cowboys' defense gives fans permission to dream with loud statement vs. Rams. It's finally OK to be optimistic about the Dallas Cowboys' defense after Christian Parker's group balled out against the Los Angeles Rams.
Source: https://thelandryhat.com/dallas-cowboys-defense-gi...

Jameson Williams (WR - DET)

8/12/26 6:00 AM - Jameson Williams' fifth-year leap is sounding very real with highlight-reel camp. Jameson Williams is showing just how evolved his game has become during training camp.
Source: https://sidelionreport.com/jameson-williams-fifth-...

J.J. McCarthy (QB - MIN)

8/12/26 5:39 AM - ‘No One Has Less Integrity Than Him’ — NFL World Takes Aim at ESPN’s Adam Schefter For Putting a Spin on J.J. McCarthy Losing QB1 Battle.

Adam Schefter’s wording on J.J. McCarthy losing the QB1 battle in Minnesota did not go down well with the NFL community.
Source: https://www.profootballnetwork.com/integrity-nfl-w...

Chicago Bears (DEF - CHI)

8/12/26 5:01 AM - Injury may be impacting Browns' Shedeur Sanders, Deshaun Watson competition. As of Wednesday morning, first-year Browns HC Todd Monken had not publicly revealed whether Watson or Sanders would get the start for Cleveland's preseason opener at the Chicago Bears this coming Saturday.
Source: https://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/injury_may...

Baker Mayfield (QB - TB)

8/12/26 4:27 AM - Baker Mayfield addresses 'business side of football' amid contract standoff. Since June, Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield has not hidden that he isn't thrilled about the fact that he remains in the final year of his existing contract heading into the 2026 season. During the latest edition of the "4th and South" podcast, Mayfield spoke openly about his situation.
Source: https://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/baker_mayf...

Kyler Murray (QB - ARI)

8/12/26 4:16 AM - NFL insider expands on how Kyler Murray won Vikings' starting job over J.J. McCarthy. While Murray had been the reported "heavy favorite" to win the QB1 job from the start of springtime workouts through the first week of August, McCarthy seemed to be gaining momentum in the battle.
Source: https://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/nfl_inside...

Jalen Hurts (QB - PHI)

8/12/26 3:27 AM - Training camp buzz : Updates on Caleb Downs, Denzel Boston, Jalen Hurts, more. null
Source: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/49574464/2026-...

J.J. McCarthy (QB - MIN)

8/12/26 2:39 AM - ‘No One Has Less Integrity Than Him’ — NFL World Takes Aim at ESPN’s Adam Schefter For Putting a Spin on J.J. McCarthy Losing QB1 Battle.

Adam Schefter’s wording on J.J. McCarthy losing the QB1 battle in Minnesota did not go down well with the NFL community.
Source: https://www.profootballnetwork.com/integrity-nfl-w...

Geno Smith (QB - SEA)

8/12/26 2:13 AM - ‘Welp,’ ‘Don’t Freak Out’ — Jets Fans Thinking About Throwing in the Towel as Geno Smith Struggles Badly in Joint Practice With Bucs.

Geno Smith didn't have the best of days in a joint practice session with the Bucs, causing some Jets fans to panic early on.
Source: https://www.profootballnetwork.com/welp-jets-fans-...

Josh Jacobs (RB - GB)

8/11/26 8:50 PM - Groin injury for Josh Jacobs.
HC Matt LaFleur on Josh Jacobs: "He's gonna be out for at least this week." (Packers.com - Wes Hodkiewicz)

FF Today's Take: Jacobs reportedly injured his groin on Monday or Tuesday. As a team with one of the most conservative medical staffs in the league, don't expect Jacobs to return anytime before the end of next week. MarShawn Lloyd is reportedly having a good camp and staying healthy for the first time in his NFL career, so he has a chance to make this backfield something more than "The Josh Jacobs Show." Jacobs should remain a solid pick in the third or fourth round of drafts for now, but Lloyd now warrants consideration in the later rounds.
Source: https://www.fftoday.com/news/index.php?Item=16943...

Minnesota Vikings (DEF - MIN)

8/11/26 6:37 PM - ‘There Are a Lot of Questions’ — Insider Weighs In on Vikings Potentially Trading J.J McCarthy After Kyler Murray Wins QB Battle.

Now that the Minnesota Vikings have made Kyler Murray their starting quarterback, "there are a lot of questions" about J.J. McCarthy's future.
Source: https://www.profootballnetwork.com/insider-vikings...

Tom Brady (QB - TB)

8/11/26 6:11 PM - ‘Should’ve Been There’ — Radio Host Calls Out Tom Brady, Robert Kraft for Missing Adam Vinatieri’s Hall of Fame Induction.

Radio host Ken Laird questions Tom Brady and Robert Kraft’s absence from Patriots legend Adam Vinatieri’s Hall of Fame induction ceremony.
Source: https://www.profootballnetwork.com/tom-brady-rober...

Justin Jefferson (WR - MIN)

8/11/26 6:11 PM - ‘Stop Chasing Money’ — Justin Jefferson Sends Blunt NIL Warning to College Football Players.

Vikings superstar Justin Jefferson offered some sage advice to today’s college football players as they navigate the pitfalls that come with NIL.
Source: https://www.profootballnetwork.com/justin-jefferso...

Puka Nacua (WR - LAR)

8/11/26 5:54 PM - ‘So Sad,’ ‘Put Everyone in Bubble Wrap’ — NFL Fans React As Puka Nacua Leaves Rams’ Practice With Mysterious Injury.

One of the NFL's best receivers had to leave practice early, and here's how fans are reacting to Rams star Puka Nacua's mysterious injury.
Source: https://www.profootballnetwork.com/sad-nfl-fans-pu...

Tony Romo (QB - DAL)

8/11/26 5:41 PM - CBS: 'No timetable' on Romo's future after arrest. CBS Sports president David Berson said on Tuesday that there is 'no timetable' on the future of NFL analyst Tony Romo following Romo's arrest on suspicion of operating a vehicle while under the influence.
Source: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/49585337/cbs-p...

Christian McCaffrey (RB - SF)

8/11/26 5:38 PM - Kyle Shanahan offers candid injury update on Christian McCaffrey. San Francisco 49ers star running back Christian McCaffrey is already dealing with injury concerns, and it’s only August.
Source: https://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/kyle_shana...

Rico Dowdle (RB - DAL)

8/11/26 4:31 PM - ‘I’m Just Amazed:’ Rico Dowdle Says Aaron Rodgers Is Always Right When Giving Instructions. New Steelers RB Rico Dowdle is familiar with his new head coach in Pittsburgh. After all, Dowdle spent time with head coach Mike McCarthy while playing for the Dallas Cowboys. But Dowdle is less familiar with QB Aaron Rodgers. Dowdle obviously knows of Rodgers’ previous success, but it’s different being in the same locker room […]
Source: https://steelersdepot.com/2026/08/im-just-amazed-r...

DK Metcalf (WR - SEA)

8/11/26 4:30 PM - ‘He’s Teaching Me A Lot:’ Germie Bernard Learning Plenty From Aaron Rodgers. Without DK Metcalf and Michael Pittman Jr. in the picture during training camp practices in recent days due to ailments, those absences have opened up plenty of opportunities for young receivers to step up. One receiver doing that appears to be rookie Germie Bernard. Though veteran starting quarterback Aaron Rodgers said Tuesday that Bernard must […]
Source: https://steelersdepot.com/2026/08/hes-teaching-me-...

Jordan Love (QB - GB)

8/11/26 3:46 PM - QB Love expected to play in first preseason game. Jordan Love is expected to play in the Packers' first preseason game Thursday but said he will still be playing it safe after the thumb injury he sustained before last season.
Source: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/49584388/packe...

Jalen Hurts (QB - PHI)

8/11/26 2:38 PM - Carter on Hurts' increased speed: 'Like a movie'. Jalen Hurts is drawing rave reviews in training camp by using his legs more, with players and coaches commenting how much faster he looks now.
Source: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/49584056/eagle...

Kellen Moore (QB - DAL)

8/11/26 2:38 PM - Saints' Jordan may be sidelined to start season. Saints coach Kellen Moore says defensive end Cameron Jordan "could possibly" miss the start of the regular season with a hamstring injury.
Source: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/49583686/saint...

Carolina Panthers (DEF - CAR)

8/11/26 2:06 PM - A.J. Dillon sends Panthers a timely reminder with roster pressure building. Running back A.J. Dillon didn't need a huge workload to prove he should make the final cut for the Carolina Panthers.
Source: https://catcrave.com/aj-dillon-sends-panthers-time...

Seattle Seahawks (DEF - SEA)

8/11/26 2:00 PM - Seahawks' rising secondary could spell doom for Nehemiah Pritchett. The Seattle Seahawks are strong at cornerback, but their 2024 draft pick Nehemiah Pritchett may be playing on his last legs as he fights to keep a roster spot.
Source: https://12thmanrising.com/seattle-seahawks-rising-...

Dallas Cowboys (DEF - DAL)

8/11/26 2:00 PM - Best Dallas Cowboys player to wear No. 36 was a strong special-teamer (when healthy). Defensive back Vince Albritton takes the title of the best Dallas Cowboys player to wear No. 36.
Source: https://thelandryhat.com/best-dallas-cowboys-playe...

Washington Commanders (DEF - WAS)

8/11/26 12:33 PM - Commanders urged to trade $45M starter — and they should. The Washington Commanders paid the veteran to help repair their defensive line. One year later, they may have a chance to get out of the deal before it becomes even more expensive.
Source: https://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/commanders...

Teddy Bridgewater (QB - DET)

8/11/26 12:30 PM - Bridgewater on retirement: 'This time it's official'. Teddy Bridgewater said in an Instagram post Monday that this time his retirement is "official."
Source: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/49577493/teddy...

Kyler Murray (QB - ARI)

8/11/26 12:30 PM - Sources: Vikes name Murray QB1 over McCarthy. The Vikings have named Kyler Murray the team's starting quarterback over J.J. McCarthy, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Source: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/49583297/vikin...

Geno Smith (QB - SEA)

8/11/26 12:05 PM - Geno Smith gives worrisome flashbacks with ugly Jets practice. It was easy to believe it was 2014.
Source: https://nypost.com/2026/08/11/sports/geno-smith-gi...

LeSean McCoy (RB - TB)

8/11/26 12:02 PM - ‘Don’t Listen to People Like This’ — LeSean McCoy’s Outrageous Jerry Rice Vs. Antonio Brown Hall of Fame Take Ridiculed By NFL World.

NFL fans call out LeSean McCoy over his Antonio Brown vs. Jerry Rice Hall of Fame take, leaving his co-hosts stunned.
Source: https://www.profootballnetwork.com/lesean-mccoy-ou...

Kirk Cousins (QB - ATL)

8/11/26 12:00 PM - ‘I Love Kirk Cousins, But He’s a Nerd’ — Broncos Legend Laughs Off Raiders QB’s Training Camp Confrontation With Maxx Crosby.

Despite the scuffle between Kirk Cousins and Maxx Crosby, a Broncos legend cannot imagine the quarterback in such a scenario.
Source: https://www.profootballnetwork.com/kirk-cousins-ne...

Jared Goff (QB - DET)

8/11/26 12:00 PM - Lions QB Jared Goff makes his future career aspirations (basically) crystal clear. Entering his 11th NFL season, Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff has some sense for how much longer he'd like to play.
Source: https://sidelionreport.com/lions-qb-jared-goff-mak...

CeeDee Lamb (WR - DAL)

8/11/26 11:33 AM - ‘I Don’t Buy It’ — NFL Insider Challenges Stephen Jones’ Claim That Cowboys Can Afford CeeDee Lamb, George Pickens.

Cowboys insider Mike Florio challenges Stephen Jones’ belief that Dallas can afford long-term deals for CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens.
Source: https://www.profootballnetwork.com/insider-cowboys...

Jalen Hurts (QB - PHI)

8/11/26 11:32 AM - NFL training camp buzz notebook: Updates on Caleb Downs, Denzel Boston, Jalen Hurts, more. Here's what we heard on the road at training camp for the 49ers, Bengals, Bills, Browns, Cowboys, Eagles, Jets, Raiders, Ravens, Seahawks and Steelers.
Source: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/49574464/2026-...

Carolina Panthers (DEF - CAR)

8/11/26 11:00 AM - Zakee Wheatley quickly gives Panthers reason to rethink his rookie role. Carolina Panthers rookie safety Zakee Wheatley left a positive impression during his preseason debut against the Arizona Cardinals.
Source: https://catcrave.com/zakee-wheatley-quickly-gives-...

Dallas Cowboys (DEF - DAL)

8/11/26 11:00 AM - Quinnen Williams' deal isn't the George Pickens death knell Cowboys fans think. Quinnen Williams signing a big extension with the Dallas Cowboys isn't the nail in the coffin for George Pickens, as many fans think it is.
Source: https://thelandryhat.com/quinnen-williams-deal-isn...

Seattle Seahawks (DEF - SEA)

8/11/26 11:00 AM - Seahawks OC Brian Fleury has one tweak to make Sam Darnold's life easier. Seattle Seahawks' new offensive coordinator Brian Fleury thinks that keeping defenses guessing will be the best way to help Sam Darnold.
Source: https://12thmanrising.com/seattle-seahawks-brian-f...

Michael Thomas (WR - NO)

8/11/26 10:51 AM - Former Saints Star Michael Thomas Calls Out NFL Insider’s Horribly Aged Take on Drew Brees.

Michael Thomas dug up Ian Rapoport’s 2014 take questioning Drew Brees as the Saints legend celebrates his Pro Football Hall of Fame career.
Source: https://www.profootballnetwork.com/saints-michael-...

Dan Campbell (TE - NO)

8/11/26 10:45 AM - Lions HC Dan Campbell plans to 'push' RB Jahmyr Gibbs to reach a new level. Gibbs enters 2026 having exceeded 1,000 yards rushing in consecutive seasons.
Source: https://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/lions_hc_d...

Philadelphia Eagles (DEF - PHI)

8/11/26 10:01 AM - ‘Go Trade for Maxx Crosby’ — NFL Fans Urge Eagles to Make Blockbuster Move After Raiders Star’s Jalen Carter Comments.

After he underlined his respect for Jalen Carter, fans believe the Philadelphia Eagles need to make a trade for Maxx Crosby.
Source: https://www.profootballnetwork.com/trade-for-maxx-...

Jahmyr Gibbs (RB - DET)

8/11/26 9:00 AM - Jahmyr Gibbs has his extension, but the real work begins now. Gibbs' continued journey to greatness now has some added burden to it with his monster contract extension.
Source: https://sidelionreport.com/jahmyr-gibbs-has-his-ex...

Carolina Panthers (DEF - CAR)

8/11/26 9:00 AM - Panthers pull the rug from under Trevin Wallace after troubling summer. The Carolina Panthers are now holding a genuine competition between Trevin Wallace and Claudin Cherelus for the LB2 job next to Devin Lloyd.
Source: https://catcrave.com/panthers-pull-rug-from-under-...

Detroit Lions (DEF - DET)

8/11/26 8:38 AM - Unexpected Teddy Bridgewater update raises more concerns about Lions QB depth behind Jared Goff. The Detroit Lions hope starting quarterback Jared Goff remains healthy in 2026 more than they did previously.
Source: https://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/unexpected...

Dallas Cowboys (DEF - DAL)

8/11/26 8:21 AM - ‘You Might Be Looking at $50 Million’ — Hall of Fame TE Warns Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones Against Dilly-Dallying on George Pickens’ Extension.

The Dallas Cowboys are asking George Pickens to prove it again. Now, Jerry Jones is being warned that this approach could cost him $50 million.
Source: https://www.profootballnetwork.com/50-million-shan...

LeSean McCoy (RB - TB)

8/11/26 8:14 AM - ‘$200M DUD QB And He’s Been Bad, Bad, Bad’ — Eagles Legend Dismantles Deshaun Watson’s Case For Starting QB in Battle Vs. Shedeur Sanders.

Eagles legend LeSean McCoy has some strong feelings on the Browns' Deshaun Watson vs. Shedeur Sanders battle.
Source: https://www.profootballnetwork.com/200m-dud-qb-eag...

Kyler Murray (QB - ARI)

8/11/26 8:08 AM - Vikings insider expands on Kyler Murray, J.J. McCarthy competition alarms. A Monday update revealed that neither Murray nor McCarthy has performed well enough in recent training-camp practices to be considered the undisputed leader in the QB competition.
Source: https://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/vikings_in...

Philadelphia Eagles (DEF - PHI)

8/11/26 8:01 AM - ‘Go Trade for Maxx Crosby’ — NFL Fans Urge Eagles to Make Blockbuster Move After Raiders Star’s Jalen Carter Comments.

After he underlined his respect for Jalen Carter, fans believe the Philadelphia Eagles need to make a trade for Maxx Crosby.
Source: https://www.profootballnetwork.com/trade-for-maxx-...

Jared Goff (QB - DET)

8/11/26 8:00 AM - Lions QB Jared Goff makes his future career aspirations (basically) crystal clear. Entering his 11th NFL season, Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff has some sense for how much longer he'd like to play.
Source: https://sidelionreport.com/lions-qb-jared-goff-mak...

Michael Thomas (WR - NO)

8/11/26 7:51 AM - Former Saints Star Michael Thomas Calls Out NFL Insider’s Horribly Aged Take on Drew Brees.

Derek Carr (QB - NO)

8/11/26 7:21 AM - Former NFL QB Carr joins UCLA as special adviser. UCLA is adding former Raiders and Saints quarterback Derek Carr as a special adviser to coach Bob Chesney, the team announced Monday.
Source: https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/4...

Teddy Bridgewater (QB - DET)

8/11/26 7:21 AM - Bridgewater on retirement: 'This time it's official'. Teddy Bridgewater said in an Instagram post Monday that this time his retirement is "official."
Source: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/49577493/teddy...

Dan Campbell (TE - NO)

8/11/26 7:21 AM - Lions' Mays out into season; Pacheco hurts knee. Lions starting center Cade Mays has a wrist injury that will cause him to miss a significant amount of time, coach Dan Campbell said Monday.
Source: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/49574921/lions...

Jahmyr Gibbs (RB - DET)

8/11/26 7:00 AM - Jahmyr Gibbs has his extension, but the real work begins now. Gibbs' continued journey to greatness now has some added burden to it with his monster contract extension.
Source: https://sidelionreport.com/jahmyr-gibbs-has-his-ex...

Kirk Cousins (QB - ATL)

8/11/26 6:52 AM - Latest news, buzz from training camps: Kirk Cousins' best day of camp; RB McCaffrey did not practice. Get all the news, intel and insights on NFL training camps from our team of reporters in the field.
Source: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/49368181/train...

Jalen Hurts (QB - PHI)

8/11/26 6:01 AM - Eagles HC praises Jalen Hurts for development in new offense. Hurts will be under the microscope under a new offensive coordinator and after a frustrating 2025 season.
Source: https://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/eagles_hc_...

Carolina Panthers (DEF - CAR)

8/11/26 6:00 AM - 4 supreme standouts from Carolina Panthers 2026 training camp Day 10. Who were the big standouts from Carolina Panthers 2026 training camp before the new campaign?
Source: https://catcrave.com/4-supreme-standouts-carolina-...

Dallas Cowboys (DEF - DAL)

8/11/26 6:00 AM - 3 winners and 3 losers from Week 2 of Cowboys training camp. The Dallas Cowboys have completed their second week of training camp practices. Here are the biggest winners and losers since the pads have come on.
Source: https://thelandryhat.com/3-winners-3-losers-from-w...

Kyler Murray (QB - ARI)

8/11/26 5:07 AM - Vikings insider reveals how Kyler Murray, J.J. McCarthy competition has gotten 'pretty interesting'. It remains unclear if Murray or McCarthy will start the Vikings' preseason opener at the New York Giants this coming Saturday.
Source: https://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/vikings_in...

Dak Prescott (QB - DAL)

8/11/26 5:00 AM - Brian Schottenheimer reacts to Dak Prescott, Cowboys embracing 'Super Bowl or bust' mentality. Schottenheimer spoke about what his players have said from the start of springtime workouts through training camp regarding the team's aspirations.
Source: https://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/brian_scho...

Dak Prescott (QB - DAL)

8/11/26 2:43 AM - Cowboys' Dak Prescott credits Jerry Jones for embracing 'Super Bowl or bust' mentality. The Cowboys haven't played in an NFC Championship Game since the club won the Super Bowl in January 1996.
Source: https://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/cowboys_da...