Micah Parsons traded to the Packers
The Dallas Cowboys are trading Pro Bowl pass rusher Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers, according to sources who spoke to ESPN. Dallas will receive two first-round draft picks and defensive tackle Kenny Clark in return, according to sources who spoke to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
Parsons and the Packers have already reached an agreement on a four-year, $188 million contract extension that includes $120 million guaranteed, making him the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history. Parsons will make $62 million in the first year of the deal and will receive a total of $136 million guaranteed, which are both records for non-quarterbacks.
San Fran re-signs a wide receiver
The San Francisco 49ers announced that they are releasing safety Richie Grant in order to re-sign wide receiver Russell Gage Jr. to a one-year deal. Gage was originally released by the 49ers just two days ago, ahead of roster cuts.
Eight teams unveil “Rivalries” uniforms
The NFL and Nike unveiled the eight team uniforms that will debut this season as part of the Rivalries fan and uniform program announced earlier this year. Each of the teams in the AFC East and NFC West will wear these uniforms during a single home game scheduled for the 2025-26 regular season.
“The unveiling of the first eight Rivalries club uniforms and fan gear marks a significant moment for the NFL, Nike, and Fanatics, as creativity and innovation merge together to deliver a new take on what it means to be a rival,” said Taryn Hutt, the vice president of club marketing at the NFL. “Rivalries will bring fresh energy to the field with each new uniform, while providing a platform to amplify the community and hometown pride that is rooted in each NFL fan.”
The Rivalries schedule is as follows:
- September 25th, 2025: Arizona Cardinals vs. Seattle Seahawks
- September 29th, 2025: Miami Dolphins vs. New York Jets
- October 5th, 2025: Buffalo Bills vs. New England Patriots
- November 13th, 2025: New England Patriots vs. New York Jets
- November 16th, 2025: Los Angeles Rams vs. Seattle Seahawks
- December 7th, 2025: New York Jets vs. Miami Dolphins
- December 18th, 2025: Seattle Seahawks vs. Los Angeles Rams
- January 4th, 2026: San Francisco 49ers vs. Seattle Seahawks
Earlier today, the Cincinnati Bengals announced that they had signed guard Dalton Risner, who tried out with the team last week. As a former second-round draft pick, Risner has started in 81 of the 87 career regular-season games he has appeared in. Last year, he played in ten games for the Minnesota Vikings.
Atlanta announces several depth chart moves
Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris said that offensive linemen Brandon Parker, Jack Nelson, and Elijah Wilkinson are among the top candidates competing for the team’s starting right tackle job, according to NFL.com. On Tuesday, right tackle Kaleb McGary was placed on the injured reserve list with a season-ending leg injury.
Morris also announced that fourth-round draft pick Billy Bowman Jr. had won the starting nickel cornerback job, while third-rounder Xavier Watts had been named a starting safety alongside Jessie Bates. On top of that, wideout Jamal Agnew will be the team’s primary returner for punts and kickoffs.
Interest growing in Hunter Renfrow
Veteran wide receiver Hunter Renfrow has received interest from several teams, according to the NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, after he was released by the Carolina Panthers on Tuesday. In April, he was signed by the Panthers after not playing during the 2024-25 season.
Numerous teams name their captains
Nine NFL teams announced their captains for the 2025-26 season. The captains for the Browns, Colts, Raiders, Chargers, Rams, Vikings, Jets, Giants, and Titans are listed below:
Cleveland Browns
- Quarterback, Joe Flacco
- Guard, Joel Bitonio
- Defensive end, Myles Garrett
- Cornerback, Denzel Ward
- Punter, Corey Bojorquez
Indianapolis Colts
- Quarterback, Daniel Jones
- Guard, Quenton Nelson
- Defensive tackle, DeForest Buckner
- Linebacker, Zaire Franklin
- Cornerback, Kenny Moore II
Las Vegas Raiders
- Quarterback, Geno Smith
- Defensive end, Maxx Crosby
- Punter, AJ Cole
Los Angeles Chargers
- Quarterback, Justin Herbert
- Offensive tackle, Joe Alt
- Center, Bradley Bozeman
- Linebacker, Daiyan Henley
- Linebacker, Khalil Mack
- Safety, Derwin James Jr.
Los Angeles Rams
- Quarterback, Matthew Stafford
- Running back, Kyren Williams
- Offensive lineman, Rob Havenstein
- Defensive end, Kobie Turner
- Linebacker, Nate Landman
- Safety, Quentin Lake
- Punter, Ethan Evans
Minnesota Vikings
- Quarterback, J.J. McCarthy
- Running back, Aaron Jones
- Wide receiver, Justin Jefferson
- Offensive tackle, Brian O’Neill
- Linebacker, Jonathan Greenard
- Safety, Joshua Metellus
- Safety, Harrison Smith
- Long snapper, Andrew DePaola
New York Jets
- Quarterback, Justin Fields
- Wide receiver, Garrett Wilson
- Guard, Alijah Vera-Tucker
- Defensive tackle, Quinnen Williams
- Linebacker Jamien Sherwood
- Linebacker, Marcelino McCrary-Ball
New York Giants
- Quarterback, Russell Wilson
- Wide receiver, Darius Slayton
- Defensive tackle, Dexter Lawrence II
- Linebacker, Brian Burns
- Linebacker Bobby Okereke
Tennessee Titans
- Quarterback, Cam Ward
- Running back, Tony Pollard
- Wide receiver, Calvin Ridley
- Defensive tackle, Jeffery Simmons
- Linebacker, Cody Barton
- Safety, Amani Hooker
- Long snapper, Morgan Cox
Notable injuries and injury updates
Arizona Cardinals
- Defensive lineman Justin Jones was placed on the injured reserve.
Atlanta Falcons
Baltimore Ravens
- Third-round draft pick and offensive lineman Emery Jones Jr. was placed on the reserve/non-football injured list.
Carolina Panthers
- Left tackle Ikem Ekwonu is at risk of missing Week One as he recovers from an emergency appendectomy.
- Second-round draft pick and pass rusher Nic Scourton returned to practice yesterday after dealing with a chest injury.
Chicago Bears
- Second-year defensive end Austin Booker was placed on the injured reserve.
Cincinnati Bengals
- Guard Cordell Volson reverted back to the injured reserve list.
Denver Broncos
- After not practicing today with a groin injury, wide receiver Marvin Mims Jr. will return to the field on Monday.
Green Bay Packers
- Quarterback Jordan Love was seen in pads at practice earlier today.
- Wide receiver Jayden Reed has a Jones fracture in his left foot that he plans to play through all season.
- Safety Xavier McKinney and wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks both participated in practice yesterday.
Las Vegas Raiders
- Quarterback Aidan O’Connell was placed on the injured reserve as he recovers from a broken wrist.
Los Angeles Rams
- Left tackle Alaric Jackson, who has been dealing with blood clots, will practice Monday and should play Week One.
Miami Dolphins
- Wide receiver Tyreek Hill, who has an oblique injury, returned to practice today and should be ready to go for Week One.
- Running back Jaylen Wright is expected to miss multiple games as he recovers from a minor leg operation.
Minnesota Vikings
- Safety Harrison Smith, who hasn’t practiced since August 11th because of a personal matter, will be evaluated by the Vikings weekly.
New Orleans Saints
- Offensive tackle and former first-round pick Trevor Penning is no longer using a walking boot and has not yet been ruled out for Week One.
New York Giants
- Wide receiver Malik Nabers said yesterday that a back injury, which sidelined him for a few weeks, should not be an issue moving forward.
Philadelphia Eagles
- Wideouts DeVonta Smith and A.J. Brown both practiced today as they battle back from their respective groin and hamstring injuries.
Pittsburgh Steelers
- Rookie quarterback Will Howard was placed on the injured reserve due to a hand issue.
- Rookie cornerback Donte Kent was placed on the injured reserve.
San Francisco 49ers
- Wide receiver and fourth-round draft pick Jordan Watkins missed practice today because of an ankle injury.
Tennessee Titans
- Offensive tackle JC Latham was held out of practice due to soreness, but head coach Brian Callahan said he isn’t concerned.
