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Mahomes Ahead of Schedule as Chiefs OTAs Open, WR Depth in Flux
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Mahomes Ahead of Schedule as Chiefs OTAs Open, WR Depth in Flux

Day 1 of Chiefs OTAs showed Patrick Mahomes progressing ahead of schedule after ACL/LCL surgery, participating in individual drills but not a full practice; the next hurdle is running and cutting, with a realistic shot at it by training camp. Wideout Xavier Worthy remains limited in a yellow non-contact jersey, and Rashee Rice is absent, creating more opportunities for Jalen Royals as Andy Reid provides targeted coaching. Emmett Johnson continued to work with the punt-return unit as the upback, signaling a noteworthy role on special teams as the team builds depth during offseason workouts.

Lions OTAs Kick Off With Injury Updates, Rookie Glimpse, and Scheme Hints
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Lions OTAs Kick Off With Injury Updates, Rookie Glimpse, and Scheme Hints

Detroit opens a three-week OTAs window, the first field work open to media for 2026, with six key storylines: updates on Kerby Joseph’s knee and rehab for Brian Branch and Sam LaPorta (plus other injuries to Brock Wright, Levi Onwuzurike, and Dan Jackson); a full look at the seven 2026 draft picks and undrafted rookies; a left guard battle among Christian Mahogany, Miles Frazier, Ben Bartch, and Juice Scruggs; development emphasis on the 2024 and 2025 draft classes; and preliminary notes on schematic changes on offense under Drew Petzing and defense under Kelvin Sheppard, plus any noticeable changes to practice tempo or structure.

Lions OTAs Preview: Petzing's offense, versatile defense, and rookie impact
sports7 hours ago

Lions OTAs Preview: Petzing's offense, versatile defense, and rookie impact

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.

Jaguars OTAs Day 1 Highlights: Lawrence Looks Sharp as RB Room Opens Wide
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Jaguars OTAs Day 1 Highlights: Lawrence Looks Sharp as RB Room Opens Wide

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.

Patriots OTAs Spotlight Five Key Position Battles
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Patriots OTAs Spotlight Five Key Position Battles

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).

Six Spring OTAs Storylines to Watch for the Patriots
sports1 day ago

Six Spring OTAs Storylines to Watch for the Patriots

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.

Browns push depth at OTAs with four-quarterback rotations on Day 2
sports5 days ago

Browns push depth at OTAs with four-quarterback rotations on Day 2

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.