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NFL training camp updates 2022: Joe Flacco steps up for Jets during Zach Wilson’s recovery
7:24 PM ET ESPN staff Following a full slate of preseason games over the past few days, NFL teams began…
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QB Burrow practices with Bengals in 7-on-7 drills
CINCINNATI — He’s officially back. For the first time in training camp, Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow practiced. Nearly three…
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Falcons’ London (knee) likely to sit out practice
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — Atlanta Falcons coach Arthur Smith said rookie receiver Drake London will “probably not” be available during…
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Packers activate 3, including TE Tonyan, off PUP
GREEN BAY, Wis. — The Green Bay Packers‘ outlook for Week 1 improved on Sunday after coach Matt LaFleur said…
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Jets: Wilson timeline will depend on knee scope
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — The New York Jets were noncommittal on a timetable for injured quarterback Zach Wilson, saying it…
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NFLPA head upset with Soldier Field’s conditions
CHICAGO — The playing surface at Soldier Field was the subject of criticism throughout the Bears‘ 19-14 preseason win over…
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Lamar to halt contract talks once season starts
OWINGS MILLS, Md. — Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson will stop contract negotiations when the regular season starts. After Saturday’s…
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Sources: Z. Wilson out 2-4 weeks with leg injury
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson will miss two to four weeks after an MRI exam…
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12 NFL scouts make early picks for the 2023 draft’s QB1: C.J. Stroud, Bryce Young or the field?
7:15 AM ET Matt MillerESPN The debate over who the top quarterback will be in the 2023 NFL draft has…
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Can Texans QB Davis Mills make a second-year leap?
7:38 AM ET DJ Bien-AimeESPN HOUSTON — On a sweltering Tuesday in August at the Houston Methodist Training Center, situated…
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Falcons WR London leaves early with knee injury
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London played one series, caught his first pass as a professional and in doing so,…
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QB Murray dons headset, calls plays for Cards
He might not have been in uniform Friday night but Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray was still able to put…
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LaFleur ‘pleased’ with QB Love, despite 3 INTs
Two weeks into training camp, Jordan Love was a more accurate, more effective quarterback who has drawn praise from Green…
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They said it! Jamaal Williams will run over you while crying, plus more quotes of the week
Jamaal Williams is fired up, the Razorbacks are looking for respect and more from our quotes of the week. ‘I…
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Source: 49ers’ Mitchell nursing hamstring injury
SANTA CLARA, Calif. — San Francisco 49ers running back Elijah Mitchell is expected to miss all three of the team’s…
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Watson: ‘Truly sorry’ to the women I’ve impacted
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson, for the first time, apologized to the women who have accused him…
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NFL training camp updates 2022: Kirk Cousins out with COVID-19, 5 preseason games Friday
2:52 PM ET ESPN staff The NFL officially kicked off their first full week of preseason action Thursday night, as…
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Vikes’ Cousins positive for COVID, out vs. Raiders
EAGAN, Minn. — Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins has tested positive for COVID-19, coach Kevin O’Connell said Friday. Cousins will…
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Black NFL retirees to get claims as tests rescored
PHILADELPHIA — Hundreds of Black NFL retirees denied payouts in the $1 billion concussion settlement now qualify for awards after…
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Carson Wentz, Washington Commanders pass-catchers see chemistry improve in camp
ASHBURN, Va. — It was just a pass during one nondescript practice in early August. Yet it was the sort…
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‘They refuse to let each other fold’: How Jets’ Elijah Moore, Eagles’ A.J. Brown lift each other up
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — New York Jets receiver Elijah Moore‘s life changed on a recruiting visit to Ole Miss in…
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Double duty: Patricia, Judge jointly steer Pats’ O
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Matt Patricia and Joe Judge split the offensive playcalling duties in the New England Patriots‘ 23-21 loss…
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NFL preseason Week 1 takeaways: Giants QB Daniel Jones, Titans rookie Malik Willis see game action
The first full week of the 2022 NFL preseason commenced on Thursday night, with the New England Patriots hosting the…
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Police say Lynch was asleep, car was damaged
LAS VEGAS — Former NFL running back Marshawn Lynch was asleep and smelled of alcohol when Las Vegas police found…
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NFL training camp updates 2022: Bills leave dorms as teams prep for full preseason slate
5:00 PM ET ESPN staff The Hall of Fame Game between the Las Vegas Raiders and the Jacksonville Jaguars was…
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Vikings send QB Cousins home due to illness
EAGAN, Minn. — The Minnesota Vikings sent quarterback Kirk Cousins home from training camp Thursday because of an undisclosed illness,…
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Bears WR Harry out indefinitely after surgery
LAKE FOREST, Ill — Chicago Bears wide receiver N’Keal Harry underwent surgery on his left ankle on Thursday and will…
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Broncos name NFL exec Leech new team prez
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — The Denver Broncos‘ new owners have tabbed NFL International CEO Damani Leech as the team’s new president.…
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Sources: Jets add OT Brown after Becton injury
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — With right tackle Mekhi Becton likely sidelined the entire season with a knee injury, the New…
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Brady away from Bucs, handling ‘personal things’
TAMPA, Fla. — Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady will be away from the team for a period of time to “deal…
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Trubisky to start in Steelers’ preseason opener
LATROBE, Pa. — The Pittsburgh Steelers have named a starting quarterback for their preseason opener, with coach Mike Tomlin going…
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RB White retiring: ‘An honor to represent’ Pats
New England Patriots running back James White announced his retirement from the NFL on Thursday. White, who re-signed with the…
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65 NFL prospects to know for next year’s draft: The best at every Power 5 school
6:45 AM ET Matt MillerESPN Picture this: It’s a Saturday morning, there’s a breeze in the air and College GameDay…
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One punch, two lives altered: Inside story of Jets’ 2015 locker room fight
(Editor’s note: This story was originally published on Aug. 11, 2020 and has been updated to reflect current events.) On…
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Browns: Watson to start preseason opener
BEREA, Ohio — Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson is expected to start Friday’s preseason opener against the Jaguars. The team…
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Tua on Dolphins’ Brady interest: ‘I’m still here’
5:59 PM ET Marcel Louis-JacquesESPN TAMPA, Fla. — Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa told reporters last week that he believes…
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As trade talk swirls, Bears take Smith off PUP list
LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears removed linebacker Roquan Smith from the physically unable to perform (PUP) list on…
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Former NFL RB Gore faces assault charge in N.J.
Former NFL running back Frank Gore is facing a simple assault charge linked to an alleged incident of domestic violence…
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Lions’ Walker ‘happy’ justice served for Arbery
4:42 PM ET Eric WoodyardESPN ALLEN PARK, Mich. - Detroit Lions safety Tracy Walker III is preparing for his first…
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NFL diversity initiative hires HBCU med students
NEW YORK — There will be 14 students from historically Black college and university medical schools working for the first…
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Lions rookie WR Williams gets Stafford’s No. 9
12:21 PM ET Eric WoodyardESPN ALLEN PARK, Mich. — The newest No. 9 for the Detroit Lions is expected to…
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Browns lose WR Grant for season to torn Achilles
BEREA, Ohio — Cleveland Browns wide receiver and kick returner Jakeem Grant Sr. has a torn Achilles and will miss…
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Inside Najee Harris’ intense Texas workouts as he prepares for pivotal role with Steelers
HOUSTON — WEARING BLACK Crocs accented with two Fast U buttons, Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris shuffles through the…
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Lions icon Barry Sanders on hand to open restaurant in downtown Detroit
7:08 PM ET Eric WoodyardESPN DETROIT — Lions legend Barry Sanders made defenders look silly with his jukes. Now, at…
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QB Jones expecting ‘to grow’ in Pats’ new offense
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones acknowledged struggles as the team transitions to a “new offense,” but…
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McVay announces he signed extension with Rams
IRVINE, Calif. — Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay said he signed a contract extension during the offseason, but…
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Goodell: Evidence calls for full-year Watson ban
BLOOMINGTON, Minn. — NFL commissioner Roger Goodell said Tuesday the league seeks a tougher penalty for Deshaun Watson because the…
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Giants coach Johnson sorry for role in brawl
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — New York Giants offensive line coach Bobby Johnson apologized for pushing linebacker Cam Brown during a…
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Rodgers: Playing a series in preseason a ‘waste’
GREEN BAY, Wis. — Aaron Rodgers doesn’t feel the need to play in the preseason, but if the Green Bay…
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Best of Tuesday at NFL training camps: Carson Wentz, Maxx Crosby, shine as practice intensity amps up
3:00 PM ET ESPN staff The NFL’s 2022 training camp will hit top speed this week with a full slate…
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