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Steelers QB Wilson says he's playing Saturday

Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson expects to play Saturday against the Lions in the preseason finale.

Fins' Hill to skip team drills in practice with Bucs

Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill will be held out of team drills during Wednesday’s joint practice with the Buccaneers with a thumb injury, coach Mike McDaniel said.

Flores: Tua's words hit hard, but I have evolved

Brian Flores took a conciliatory tone Tuesday toward Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, a day after the publication of an interview in which Tagovailoa called Flores a “terrible person.”

Rodgers: Jets' camp one of most taxing of career

Aaron Rodgers called this year’s Jets training camp one of the most taxing camps he has experienced in many years — and he kind of likes it.

Jones: 'Promising talks' with Lamb on new deal

Jerry Jones said the Cowboys are having “promising talks” with CeeDee Lamb on an extension amid the wide receiver’s continued holdout.

Herbert energizes Chargers in 11-on-11 drills

Chargers cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. said there was “definitely a difference” when quarterback Justin Herbert returned to Tuesday’s practice after dealing with a foot injury the past two weeks.

'Grateful' Davis practices as Colt for 1st time

Indianapolis Colts defensive tackle Raekwon Davis, who was placed on the non-football illness list with elevated blood pressure three weeks ago, practiced with his new club for the first time in a joint session with the Cincinnati Bengals on Tuesday.

What are the early returns on 2024 NFL rule changes?

The preseason has been a laboratory to test out the new rules. Here’s the impact through two preseason games.

Lions' Campbell: RB Gibbs to be ready for opener

Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs is “trending the right way” to play in the Lions’ season opener against the Rams on Sept. 8, coach Dan Campbell said Tuesday.

NFL Power Rankings are back! Let’s stack all 32 teams and pick out who is on the hot seat this season

The 2024 season is almost here, so let’s stack the teams. Plus, which players, coaches and execs are on the hot seat already?

Candid Tua calls out Flores for coaching style

Tua Tagovailoa didn’t hold back when asked to describe the difference between having a coach who believes in him, compared to one who didn’t.

QB McCoy retires from football, to enter TV booth

Quarterback Colt McCoy is retiring from football and moving into the broadcast booth, joining NBC Sports for Big Ten coverage this season.

Sources: Steelers' Warren uncertain for Week 1

Jaylen Warren’s status for the Steelers’ season opener is uncertain because of a hamstring injury that will sideline the RB for multiple weeks, sources confirmed to ESPN.

Eyeing 'fast start,' Raiders name Minshew QB1

Gardner Minshew will be the Raiders’ starting quarterback in Week 1 against the Chargers, coach Antonio Pierce announced Sunday.

Source: Steelers OL Herbig has torn rotator cuff

Steelers center Nate Herbig is expected to miss a significant amount of time with a torn rotator cuff, a source told ESPN.

NFL preseason Week 2 takeaways: Bo Nix shines, Brock Purdy and 49ers struggle

How did the Broncos, 49ers and others fare in preseason game number two? Takeaways from all the week’s preseason games.

Raiders tab Minshew to start at QB in Week 1

Gardner Minshew will be the Raiders’ starting quarterback in Week 1 against the Chargers, coach Antonio Pierce announced Sunday.

Vikings, CB Gilmore agree to one-year contract

Free agent cornerback Stephon Gilmore has reached an agreement in principle with the Vikings on a one-year deal worth up to $10 million that includes $7 million guaranteed, his agent told ESPN’s Adam Schefter

Bucs still don't know why Gregory never reported

Buccaneers coach Todd Bowles said Sunday that he was never given a reason as to why Gregory didn’t show up for training camp.

Steelers' offense struggles under Wilson, Fields

The Steelers’ offense once again struggled to score in its second preseason game but found more success with Justin Fields under center.

Mahomes improvises with behind-the-back toss

After hinting at breaking it out during a game, Patrick Mahomes completed a behind-the-back pass to Travis Kelce in Saturday’s preseason game.

Raiders' QB race still in air; Pierce 'to sleep on it'

Raiders coach Antonio Pierce said a decision will be made “in the next couple of days” on who will open the season as the team’s starting quarterback.

Takeaways: Bears rookie QB Caleb Williams flashes potential vs. Bengals

How did the Eagles’ and Patriots’ regular-season dress rehearsal go? Takeaways from Week 2 of preseason games.

'That's going to take over the league': Why NFL teams are using giant videoboards to get an edge

Instead of waiting till after practice, NFL teams can analyze practice plays immediately after they’re completed.

Source: Titans' Key has 6-game ban overturned

Titans outside linebacker Arden Key’s six-game suspension under the NFL’s performance-enhancing drug policy has been overturned, a league source told ESPN.

DT Smith (allergy) won't join Cowboys in Vegas

Cowboys defensive tackle Mazi Smith is continuing to recover from an allergic reaction and is not traveling to Las Vegas for Saturday’s preseason game against the Raiders.