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Hard Knocks Episode 4 follows the Seattle Seahawks through emotional moments, leadership from players and coaches, tributes to mentors, a showcase of rookie talent, and a sobering ACL injury to Jake Bobo, all framed by a focus on improvement despite the preseason loss.
Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase hyperextended his knee during practice after landing awkwardly, but says he’s fine and could have returned; the team held him out as a precaution. Coaches may limit his practice reps in coming days, but there’s optimism about his availability for the start of the season.
Ja’Marr Chase left Tuesday’s Bengals practice after an awkward landing and a brief limp, but he didn’t head to the locker room and appeared to be in no obvious pain, keeping updates on his status pending.
Portland guard Shaedon Sharpe has suffered a torn meniscus in his right knee and is expected to miss six months, sidelining him for the first 59 games of the 2026-27 season with a return targeted for late February 2027; the 23-year-old averaged 20.8 points in 50 appearances last season and signed a four-year, $90 million extension last fall.
Cornerback Christian Gonzalez returned to Patriots practice after roughly two weeks out with an undisclosed injury, with no contract extension yet; his return could boost readiness for Week 1 against the Seahawks, as coach Mike Vrabel emphasized taking it day by day and getting the team prepared.
Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty left Sunday’s practice with a right leg injury diagnosed as a sprained ankle; ESPN’s Adam Schefter said it isn’t expected to be a long-term issue, though a return timetable isn’t known. Jeanty, who started all 17 games as a rookie with 975 rushing yards and 346 receiving yards, left the field after a dive and was helped off. Las Vegas has added Mike Washington Jr. to bolster depth, and the team hopes Jeanty can return quickly as he competes in Klint Kubiak’s outside-zone scheme.
Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty left practice with a sprained right ankle; the exact type (high- vs low-ankle) and how long he’ll miss remain unclear, but it’s not considered a long-term injury. Jeanty, the Raiders’ 2025 No. 6 pick, was slated to be a focal point of Las Vegas’ offense in 2026 after a rookie season that produced 1,321 yards from scrimmage and 10 touchdowns.
Alex Wright’s 2026 season ends with a ruptured Achilles suffered in a joint practice with the Bills, and the Browns sign veteran DE Derek Barnett on a one-year deal to replace him; Wright had just signed a three-year, $33 million extension in 2025, and Cleveland could turn to Isaiah McGuire to start opposite Jared Verse.
Seahawks rookie safety Bud Clark was carted off with a right leg injury in Sunday night’s preseason game against the Titans, wearing a vacuum splint as he left. He had been competing for playing time behind starters Ty Okada and Julian Love. Seattle will rely on D’Anthony Bell, A.J. Finley and Rodney Thomas going forward, while first‑round running back Jadarian Price remains out with upper‑leg soreness.
Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty was helped off the practice field after landing awkwardly on his right leg, with no weight borne as trainers attended to him; no injury update was provided. Jeanty enjoyed a strong rookie season, and if sidelined, rookie Mike Washington Jr. could take first-team reps, following impressive preseason showings.
Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty left Sunday’s practice with an apparent right leg injury after a diving catch, couldn’t bear weight, and was helped off the field without returning; the 2025 No. 6 overall pick was expected to be a focal point for Las Vegas in 2026 under coach Klint Kubiak, after a rookie season with 1,321 yards from scrimmage and 10 total TDs.
Cody Bellinger is set to return from the injured list for the Yankees after a Grade 2 left hamstring strain, while Giancarlo Stanton’s left calf strain casts doubt on a season return. Ryan Weathers exited with left forearm discomfort and will be evaluated with imaging, and rookie Spencer Jones has earned more opportunity as the Yankees demote Max Schuemann following Ryan McMahon’s IL move, providing a left-handed platoon option with Heliot Ramos.
Ja’Quinden Jackson, the Eagles’ running back, was taken off the field by ambulance after a scary moment on the opening kickoff of a preseason game. He showed movement and strength in all extremities, his CT scan was negative, and he was awake and alert as he accompanied the team back to Philadelphia, with teammates and medical staff expressing relief.
Philadelphia Eagles running back Ja’Quinden Jackson was taken off the Gillette Stadium field by ambulance after injuring himself on the opening kickoff in Saturday’s preseason game against the Patriots; he was evaluated at a local hospital with strength and movement in all extremities, and he returned to Philadelphia with the team.
Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Ed Oliver’s absence from team activities is attributed to an injury, not the personal tragedy of his late son, with coach Joe Brady emphasizing privacy and support as reporters weighed how to handle the timing of Oliver’s public disclosure.