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ESPN insider Adam Schefter suggested Malik Nabers may not be cleared in time for Week 1 due to a second knee procedure to address scar tissue and stiffness after his ACL tear, casting doubt on the Giants’ opening-night availability vs. the Cowboys and highlighting a slow, uncertain rehab timeline into 2026.
Chicago Sky forward Rickea Jackson will miss the remainder of the 2026 season after tearing the ACL in her left knee during Sunday's win over the Minnesota Lynx. Jackson had been the Sky's leading scorer through four games, and her injury compounds Chicago's injury-plagued start as the team continues its roster retooling and looks ahead to upcoming games.
Chiefs coach Andy Reid says Patrick Mahomes is progressing well in his ACL rehab and hasn’t spoken with the NFL about his health as part of scheduling, while the 2026 schedule signals confidence in his return with multiple primetime Chiefs games ahead.
Falcons quarterback Michael Penix is back to throwing in Phase 2 of Atlanta's offseason program six months after tearing his ACL, with veteran Tua Tagovailoa added as insurance. Penix posted video of throws to Drake London at Flowery Branch and is aiming to be ready for Week 1, having started 12 games for Atlanta for 2,757 yards, 12 touchdowns and 6 interceptions since being drafted in 2024.
Cornerback Jermod McCoy, who missed the 2025 season with a torn ACL after two strong college seasons, was drafted 101st overall by the Las Vegas Raiders in the 2026 NFL Draft. He says he’s mentally resilient and will do whatever the Raiders’ medical staff require to get back on the field, stressing that this opportunity isn’t something to take for granted. He’s set to reunite with Tennessee teammate Dont’e Thornton Jr. and recalled his first college interception against Mendoza as a reminder of the journey ahead.
The Raiders traded up with Buffalo to move to No. 101 and selected CB Jermod McCoy with the first pick of the fourth round; McCoy sat out the 2025 season after tearing his ACL in January 2025, had one year as a starter at Tennessee after transferring from Oregon State, and earned second-team All-SEC in 2024 with four interceptions. Buffalo received a 2027 seventh-round pick in the deal.
The Miami Dolphins closed Day 2 by selecting Louisville wide receiver Chris Bell with the 94th overall pick in the third round, a move built on upside despite Bell’s torn ACL last November. If he recovers fully, Bell could emerge as the top WR in a rebuilt Miami receiving corps after the departures of Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle, even if his rookie impact is modest in 2026. The earlier third-round choices—Caleb Douglas and Will Kacmarek—provide different value: Douglas has size and contested-catch ability but drops concerns, while Kacmarek projects mainly as a blocking tight end, making Bell the clear best value pick of the round.
As the Chiefs begin their offseason program, Patrick Mahomes continues rehab from a torn ACL; coach Andy Reid says he’s progressing and attending meetings, but the team will be cautious and defer to medical experts on a timeline, with a return date potentially at the start of the season or training camp but no public timetable yet.
Lourdes Gurriel Jr. could rejoin the Diamondbacks this weekend after tearing his ACL last Sept., with manager Torey Lovullo signaling a near return. He’s been ramping up in Arizona, walking and doubling in four plate appearances with Double-A Amarillo and then homering in the next game, suggesting a quicker-than-expected recovery that could see him in the outfield (not just as DH) as the team weighs his workload, potentially for a weekend matchup against his former team, the Blue Jays.
BYU's AJ Dybantsa remains the centerpiece of NBA mock drafts, widely projected as a top pick, while Richie Saunders's torn ACL and age dampen his pro prospects, likely pushing him toward undrafted free agency or a G-League/overseas path. Mock outlets vary: Tankathon lists Saunders around 45th for Dybantsa, ESPN places him at 56th prospect, and Dybantsa is viewed as the clear franchise-level piece; the BYU development program's second-year evaluation is ongoing.
Zach Ertz, 35, is determined not to let his Week 14 ACL tear end his NFL career, aiming for a 14th season after catching 50 passes for 504 yards and four TDs in 2025 with Washington; with teams likely to probe his health as training camp nears, he remains hopeful he can return to form and earn a roster spot.
Zach Ertz plans to return for a 14th NFL season in 2026 after tearing his ACL; he’s rehabbing with the goal of being ready for training camp and is focused on proving he can play at a high level again, hoping to join a new team and ensure the injury isn’t the end of his career.
The 49ers signed Cam Sample to bolster the defensive line while Mykel Williams recovers from an ACL tear, providing run-stopping depth behind Nick Bosa. Sample isn’t a top-edge pass rusher, so San Francisco is expected to add an additional edge rusher in the upcoming NFL draft.
Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes posted a video of himself throwing three months after tearing his ACL, saying he felt great as he rehabs. He’s targeting a Week One return, a nine‑month recovery window that would be fast but plausible, with Kansas City prioritizing his health as it aims to rebound from last season.
Michigan sophomore guard L.J. Cason will miss the remainder of the 2025-26 season after tearing his right ACL at Illinois on Feb. 27. He averaged 8.4 points, 1.9 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 1.0 steal per game while shooting 50.3% from the field and hitting 33 three-pointers; Michigan, the 2026 Big Ten regular-season champion with a No. 1 seed, heads to Iowa and Michigan State and will open the Big Ten Tournament with a triple bye as he focuses on rehab and supports his teammates.