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Detroit's 2026 OTAs will test new offensive coordinator Drew Petzing’s run-first approach, scout for defensive versatility, monitor tackle battles as Sewell shifts to left tackle with Miller/Borom in the mix, and evaluate rookie roles (Miller, Moore, Rolder, Abney II, among others) while watching for meaningful year-two leaps from Williams, Ratledge, and TeSlaa.
At the Commanders’ OTAs in Ashburn, Jayden Daniels returns healthy for a non-contact practice, Dan Blough and Daronte Jones begin installing new schemes, rookie Sonny Styles eyes immediate impact, and the receiving corps behind Terry McLaurin is under scrutiny with Burks and others vying for snaps, while Nick Cross anchors the secondary as new pieces blend in.
Jacksonville's first OTA day featured a wide-open running back room led by Bhayshul Tuten, a sharp Trevor Lawrence showing growth under Liam Coen, and strong showings from Parker Washington and Brian Thomas Jr. on offense; defensively, Ventrell Miller flashed as a playmaker, and Eric Murray capped the session with an interception, while Travis Hunter attended with the WR group but did not practice.
Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes returned to the practice field for OTAs less than six months after tearing his ACL, wearing a large brace as he eyes a Week 1 return and a season opener against the Broncos.
Lamar Jackson returned to Baltimore's OTAs after missing time, as the NFL offseason roundup highlights a slew of roster moves, injuries, and coaching updates across multiple teams.
With OTAs underway, Washington faces questions at outside cornerback and center as it weighs limited free-agent options and evaluates recent draft picks and rookies, while new coordinators shape a run-heavy scheme and quarterback Daniels benefits from VR-based reps to sharpen timing and drops.
Dart’s invitation to introduce Donald Trump and Carter’s subsequent social-media response sparked a rival‑duo drama that lingered for months after their 2025 drafting, and as Giants OTAs resume the focus shifts to how the two explain their actions, what head coach John Harbaugh says about the incident, and whether the locker-room tensions have truly been resolved.
As organized team activities begin, the Patriots will sort five depth-chart questions: who becomes the third running back behind Stevenson among Miller, Montgomery, Larison and Jennings; who starts at wide receiver among Doubs, Boutte and Hollins (with Brown potentially changing the mix); who fills the third linebacker spot behind Spillane and Elliss (Britt vs Muma, Obiazor, Jacobs); who provides depth at defensive tackle behind Williams and Barmore (Durden, Taylor III, Farmer, Gregory, Pharms Jr. competing); and who backs up outside cornerback behind Gonzalez, Davis and Jones (Woods, Prunty, Canada and others in the mix).
The Patriots’ off-season program centers on six spring storylines at OTAs: where first‑round tackle Caleb Lomu fits on the offensive line; the Maye‑to‑Doubs connection; the backend depth battles at wide receiver; the RB3 competition; Josh McDaniels’s new regular package; and defensive depth across corner, safety, linebacker, and defensive tackle, with notes on Boutte’s status and possible A.J. Brown trade buzz during non‑contact practices open to the media.
At the Titans' open OTA, rookie Carnell Tate, the No. 4 overall pick, shined with six receptions and three would-be touchdowns, including a deep TD pass from Cam Ward, signaling quick chemistry and a potential Week 1 starter role despite a deep receiver room.
Roy Robertson-Harris tore his Achilles during Giants' OTAs, likely ending his season after starting all 17 games last year; with Dexter Lawrence traded away, the injury heightens the need for DJ Reader, Shelby Harris, and rookie Bobby Jamison-Travis to step up and help stabilize the defense.
Day 2 of Browns OTAs featured four quarterbacks—Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders, Dillon Gabriel and Taylen Green—rotating through two-spot drills to maximize reps and development, with no clear frontrunner yet. Watson showed his athleticism, Sanders has progressed in decision-making, and Gabriel/Green split reps to keep all options in play. A highlight was Watson-to-Denzel Boston for a deep TD in 7-on-7, while veterans returning from injury (Dawand Jones, Elgton Jenkins) saw action and Judkins contributed on the backfield. The defense created turnovers in 7-on-7, underscoring a competitive spring session ahead of minicamp.
Titans quarterback Cam Ward is reportedly healthy in his right shoulder as voluntary OTAs begin, showing velocity and comfort in the system after a Week 18 injury that did not require surgery; the NFL roundup also notes assorted offseason moves and injuries around the league.
The Titans opened OTAs with non-contact drills while four non-rookie players—Kevin Winston Jr., Femi Oladejo, Elic Ayomanor, and Marcus Harris—were highlighted as key players to monitor. Winston Jr. is expected to push for a full-time safety role opposite Amani Hooker, Oladejo is entering a crucial sophomore season after a rookie year that had ups and downs and has been praised by coach Saleh, Ayomanor competes for snaps in a crowded WR room, and Harris looks to maintain the nickel cornerback job; drills include 7-on-7, 9-on-7, and 11-on-11 ahead of minicamp.
At the Ravens’ first open practice of OTAs under new coach Jesse Minter, receiver Zay Flowers and rising sophomore Tyler Loop drew praise while a second-year cornerback impressed; a brief Derrick Henry injury scare added a note of caution as the team begins to take shape for the season.