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The Indianapolis Colts agreed to a two-year, $44 million extension with running back Jonathan Taylor that can reach $47 million and includes $39 million guaranteed, keeping him under contract through 2028.
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Broncos head coach Sean Payton said wide receiver Jaylen Waddle is dealing with a leg strain and is expected to return to practice within four to five days after leaving Wednesday’s session early.
Free-agent wide receiver Stefon Diggs agreed to a one-year contract worth up to $12 million with the Washington Commanders, giving Jayden Daniels a proven second option alongside Terry McLaurin.
The Detroit Lions agreed to a three-year, $67.5 million extension with running back Jahmyr Gibbs that can reach $75.75 million and includes $51.5 million guaranteed, making him the NFL’s highest-paid running back.
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison jammed his thumb and will miss some practice time, but imaging came back clean and coach Kevin O’Connell said there is nothing to be concerned about.
Atlanta Falcons edge rusher and 2025 first-round pick Jalon Walker suffered a torn ACL in practice and will miss the entire 2026 season, the team confirmed on August 5.
Steelers correspondent Mark Kaboly reports that Rico Dowdle will be the unquestioned RB1 to open the season despite Jaylen Warren being listed first on the initial preseason depth chart.
Free-agent wide receiver Stefon Diggs agreed to a one-year contract worth up to $12 million with the Washington Commanders on August 5, filling the WR2 role opposite Terry McLaurin.
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison jammed his thumb earlier this week and will miss a day or two of practice; imaging came back clean with no structural damage expected.
Denver Broncos wide receiver Jaylen Waddle left Wednesday's practice early with muscle tightness and did not return; head coach Sean Payton said he is expected to be fine.
Houston Texans wide receiver Tank Dell participated in padded practice Wednesday in a limited capacity, marking his first such session since suffering a multi-ligament knee injury in December 2024.
Free-agent wide receiver Stefon Diggs is set to sign a one-year contract worth up to $12 million with the Washington Commanders, pairing him with Terry McLaurin opposite Jayden Daniels.
Denver Broncos wide receiver Jaylen Waddle left Wednesday's training camp practice early and did not return, creating an injury watch for fantasy managers.
