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Source: Bengals T Smith injures patellar tendon

Bengals offensive tackle D’Ante Smith is expected to miss the upcoming season with a patellar tendon injury, a source told ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler.

Source: Bengals give McPherson 3-year extension

Bengals kicker Evan McPherson has agreed to terms on a three-year extension worth $16.5 million, a source confirmed to ESPN.

Mayo: Pats' QB competition 'definitely isn't over'

The competition for the Patriots’ starting quarterback job “definitely isn’t over,” coach Jerod Mayo said, after rookie Drake Maye’s solid preseason performance against the Eagles.

Harbaugh: Kaepernick won't be on staff this year

Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh said that Colin Kaepernick won’t be on the team’s staff this season.

NFL preseason Week 2 takeaways: QB Drake Maye's performance sparks hope

How did every team’s regular season dress rehearsal go? Takeaways from Week 2 of preseason games.

Why the Steelers are helping Justin Fields revert to his Ohio State footwork

In hopes of allowing him to play faster, the Steelers and Justin Fields have adjusted his lead foot in shotgun.

Rams backup QB Stetson Bennett learning on the job after 2023 absence

After throwing four picks in Sunday’s preseason opener, Bennett recovered to toss the game-winning touchdown.

How did Vikings rookie Will Reichard respond after getting his first FG attempt blocked?

Reichard had one kick blocked in his entire college career. He matched that on his first preseason attempt.

Falcons make another splash on D, ink Simmons

The Falcons signed free agent safety Justin Simmons, a two-time Pro Bowl selection, to a one-year, $8 million contract Thursday.

Harbaugh wants to hire Kap for Chargers' staff

Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh wants to give quarterback Colin Kaepernick a job — on his coaching staff, not his roster.

Bills LB Milano suffers torn biceps, sources say

Bills Pro Bowl linebacker Matt Milano, who left Tuesday’s practice injured, tore his biceps and will be out indefinitely, sources told ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

Pats trade LB Judon to Falcons after stalemate

The Patriots have traded pass rusher Matthew Judon to the Falcons for a third-round pick.

Source: Cowboys signing ex-Jets DE Lawson

The Cowboys have made another addition to their defensive line by signing former Jets defensive end Carl Lawson, a source confirmed to ESPN.

Short-term pain for long-term gain: How rebuilding Patriots will replace Matthew Judon

The Patriots’ top pass rusher wanted a new contract. But instead, the team invested in the future by trading him. Now, who will replace him?

Vikings' McCarthy to miss season after surgery

Vikings rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy will miss the 2024 season after surgery on his torn meniscus revealed a repair was necessary, coach Kevin O’Connell said.

Sources: Pats deal Pro Bowl LB Judon to Falcons

The Patriots have traded pass rusher Matthew Judon to the Falcons for a third-round pick, sources told ESPN.

Ocean breezes and joint practices: Why five NFL teams held training camp in SoCal

The Chargers, Rams, Raiders, Cowboys and Saints held training camp within a 102-mile radius this summer.

Sources: Vikings QB McCarthy to miss season

Vikings rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy will miss the 2024 season after surgery on his torn meniscus revealed that a repair was necessary, sources told ESPN.

Pay or trade Brandon Aiyuk? Why the 49ers' decision should be easy — but is now complicated

Aiyuk wants huge money, even if it’s not from the 49ers. But shouldn’t they want to pay up for him? Here’s why it’s so complicated.

49ers want to keep Aiyuk; Steelers trade in place

The 49ers are still trying to work out a long-term contract with Brandon Aiyuk but also have agreed to parameters of a trade that would send the WR to the Steelers, sources told ESPN.

Source: Browns extending LB Owusu-Koramoah

The Browns are signing linebacker Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah to a three-year extension worth up to $39 million with $25 million guaranteed.

Campbell expects RB Gibbs (hammy) to be 'fine'

Lions coach Dan Campbell said that Jahmyr Gibbs will be “fine” going forward after the Pro Bowl running back left Monday’s practice with a hamstring injury.

What does J.J. McCarthy's knee injury mean for the Vikings? We answered six questions

How will McCarthy’s absence affect Justin Jefferson, Sam Darnold, the Minnesota Vikings’ front office — and his own development?

'We're chasing world records': Behind Jimmy Graham's future rowing excursion in the Arctic

Amid his uncertain NFL future, the future Hall of Fame tight end knows one thing: He’ll be rowing the Arctic Ocean in 2025.

Vikings rookie QB McCarthy needs knee surgery

Vikings rookie QB J.J. McCarthy will undergo surgery to repair a torn meniscus in his right knee.

Police: Browns' Hall threatens woman with gun

Cleveland Browns rookie defensive tackle Michael Hall Jr. was charged with domestic violence in Avon, Ohio, after allegedly threatening a woman with a gun Monday night, according to a police report.

Reddick requests trade from Jets, rebuffed by GM

The Jets’ contract standoff with Haason Reddick took an ugly turn Monday, as the Pro Bowl edge rusher officially requested a trade, only to be publicly rebuffed by general manager Joe Douglas.

Source: Lions RB Gibbs hurts hamstring at practice

Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs suffered a hamstring injury at practice Monday night, a source told ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

Sources: Teams ask Patriots about dealing Judon

Multiple teams have inquired about trading for pass rusher Matthew Judon amid his contract stalemate with the Patriots, sources told ESPN Senior NFL reporter Jeremy Fowler, after New England made a contract offer which he did not accept this summer.

Seahawks C Williams 'about 95%' back from ACL

The Seattle Seahawks are shooting to have Connor Williams, 27, who dressed for practice Monday after his signing became official, available for their Sept. 8 regular-season opener, which will be less than nine months after the veteran center tore an ACL.