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Free-agent WR Stefon Diggs proclaimed on his YouTube channel that he’s the best No. 2 receiver in the NFL, challenging any top WR1 to prove otherwise. He logged 1,013 yards, four touchdowns and 85 catches in 17 games last season and remains unsigned as training camps approach. The NFL cleared him of any discipline after an assault case, and several veteran receivers are expected to land new teams before the season begins.
Jaxson Dart explained his decision to introduce President Trump at a rally, while Abdul Carter publicly pushed back, signaling that he disagreed and that issues should be kept in-house; Dart emphasized respect for the presidency and his team responsibilities, and the two players, along with coach Harbaugh, discussed the matter privately as the Giants closed OTAs, focusing on moving forward.
Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud heads into 2026 with a looming contract extension, insisting he’s earned his bargain while acknowledging his early career hasn’t been flawless; Houston needs more from the offense after a stellar rookie season but middling 3rd year, and Stroud’s 2026 performance—especially ball security, decision-making, and poise—will likely determine whether the team commits to him, following Will Anderson Jr.’s extension earlier this year.
NFL.com’s latest roundup notes the Giants signing veteran defensive lineman Shelby Harris as Darius Slayton undergoes core-muscle surgery and will miss spring; Ravens bring back Calais Campbell on a one-year deal; Packers exercise Lukas Van Ness’s fifth-year option; Chiefs reveal jersey numbers for the 2026 draft class; and the Bengals will not exercise Myles Murphy’s fifth-year option.
The Buccaneers remain firmly behind Baker Mayfield as he enters the final year of his contract, with co-owner Joel Glazer praising his effort and leadership and GM Jason Licht expected to work out a multiyear extension. Despite a 2025 season hampered by injuries, Mayfield’s earlier production and the team’s success suggest Tampa Bay is poised to reward him with a big new deal.
New Dolphins GM Jon-Eric Sullivan names Greg Dulcich as a 2026 breakout candidate, citing his strong late-season surge and potential to thrive under Jeff Hafley and offensive coordinator Bobby Slowik. Dulcich, who played 10 games in 2025 with 26 receptions for 335 yards and 1 TD, has dealt with injuries but has 59 receptions for 746 yards in 20 career games. He signed a one-year, $3.25 million deal with Miami in March, and Sullivan’s backing signals Dulcich as a key holdover in the Dolphins’ rebuild.
Packers coach Matt LaFleur says Green Bay is fortunate to have Jordan Love, calling him the 'sky's the limit' quarterback and praising their strong relationship and Love’s growth as a leader as the team looks to maintain offensive continuity and pursue a deeper playoff run.
Denver re-signed J.K. Dobbins and added Jaylen Waddle, giving the Broncos a loaded offense with Courtland Sutton, a developing Pat Bryant, a strong O-line, and a healthy backfield with RJ Harvey. Dobbins called the roster overhaul an 'embarrassment of riches' and expressed optimism for a fresh, productive season despite past injuries.
Steelers coach Mike McCarthy said a reunion with Aaron Rodgers would be a 'great story' but Rodgers is still weighing his 22nd NFL season as a free agent, with Pittsburgh viewed as a likely destination and McCarthy highlighting Rodgers’ Green Bay tenure and his 2025 Steelers production.
Entering his 14th season, DeAndre Hopkins said he’d be open to reuniting with Kyler Murray and would join the Vikings if needed; Murray recently signed with Minnesota after their Arizona connection, and Hopkins — who had a reduced 2025 with the Ravens — remains a big-bodied veteran option Minnesota could add behind Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison.
Denver adds playmaking versatility by trading for Jaylen Waddle, who can line up inside or outside and create separation with strong yards-after-catch. Waddle downplays the notion of a No. 1 target, saying the goal is for everyone to make plays and win as a team, in a group that includes Courtland Sutton and Marvin Mims Jr. His track record of 70+ receptions and 1,000+ yards in each of his first three seasons, plus elite YAC, should boost Bo Nix as Payton’s offense looks noticeably more dynamic.
Maxx Crosby described the Ravens trade reversal as one of the NFL’s wildest five-day episodes, revealing Baltimore backed out over knee concerns and leaving him emotionally unsettled before returning to the Raiders. He emphasized sobriety, love of football, and a focus on winning with Las Vegas as he continues rehab and looks toward a strong season.
The 49ers bring back linebacker Dre Greenlaw on a one-year, $7.5 million deal after his stint with the Broncos, adding veteran depth at a position hit by injuries and reuniting with a defense that will operate under new coordinator Raheem Morris.
Seattle dominated in Super Bowl LX to win 29-13 over the Patriots, and coach Mike Macdonald says the Seahawks have flipped from under-the-radar hunters to the hunted, vowing to push forward with a 'chasing edges' mentality as they prepare for 2026, hire an offensive coordinator after Klint Kubiak departs, celebrate with a Seattle parade, and chase another title.