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Christian Gonzalez returned to Patriots practice in full-go, delivering two pass breakups and an end-zone interception attempt while shadowing A.J. Brown during a joint session with the Eagles; coach Mike Vrabel dismissed any front-office messaging and stressed building roster depth; the team faced grass-field slips, with TreVeyon Henderson injuring his right foot/ankle and leaving the field for evaluation.
The Jaguars are prioritizing Travis Hunter on defense, with practice reports showing him mostly at cornerback and only limited offensive snaps; coach Liam Coen said Hunter should focus on defense for mental reps, signaling a defensive-first role for the rookie in the regular season.
During a joint practice ahead of Thursday’s preseason game, the Chargers flashed with Justin Herbert performing well and rookie Brenen Thompson saying they 'tore them up,' while the 49ers’ offense had ups and downs and Brock Purdy admitted it wasn’t their best day, noting receiver injuries; Kaelon Black returned to practice as both teams prepare for the next preseason tilt.
The Vikings’ first preseason win vs. the Giants kicks off a stock-market style evaluation: UDFA safety Jacob Thomas stood out on defense and special teams, while linemen like Walter Rouse, Ryan Van Demark, and Demond Claiborne flashed versatility and upside. QB reps looked solid for Kyler Murray and Carson Wentz, though other backups such as J.J. McCarthy, Caleb Tiernan, Caleb Banks, and Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins showed rough edges. Jamal Adams suffered a season-ending knee injury, further impacting depth, and the club heads into joint practices with the Ravens to continue sorting the roster.
In a joint practice between the 49ers and Chargers, San Francisco’s secondary struggled with pass defense and communication busts (Lenoir got beat deep and multiple misreads surfaced), while Osa Odighizuwa generated consistent pressure and drew praise for his day. The 49ers’ offense showed mixed results, with Brock Purdy calling it not their best day and left‑guard depth being tested as Carver Willis got reps. The Chargers’ defense also stymied the 49ers in two‑minute work, setting the stage for Thursday’s follow‑up session.
Chargers center Tyler Biadasz was carted off during a joint practice with the 49ers after appearing to suffer a leg injury when a defender fell on him; the severity isn’t known, and the team will monitor his status as it looks to protect the offensive line after past injury-related issues.
LSU held a full-pads practice with Harlem Berry absent and other players limited; Ed Orgeron was not present. Sam Leavitt and Husan Longstreet split QB reps, with Longstreet emerging as the No. 2 behind Leavitt and Leavitt showing an uneven day; several receivers were banged up, and NFL scouts were in attendance as LSU prepares for Tennessee and returns to practice on Tuesday night.
Steelers' third padded practice featured several early mental errors—botched snap, illegal procedure, and a fumble in the first eight plays—prompting coaches to stress fixes; inside linebacker Elandon Roberts energized the session with big hits, sparked a post-play fight, and energized his new teammates, while DeShon Elliott ramped up his return and could play Friday; Bernard stood out in the red zone, and roster battles continued at right guard and slot corner as depth players stepped up ahead of the Jets game.
Post-practice fantasy rankings crown Ryan Blaney as the top pick for the Cook Out 400 at Richmond, citing pole potential and a strong shorter-flat-track record, with Denny Hamlin a close, highly credible contender thanks to his five Richmond wins and top Next Gen metrics, and Joey Logano as another elite shorter-flat-track performer. The piece uses practice speeds, group speed data, and track-history context to rank the full field and offer price-based lineup guidance for DraftKings and FanDuel.
Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez was listed as physically unavailable for practice this week, missing Thursday's game against the Colts and Tuesday's joint session after a hard fall. Vrabel said he, along with several teammates, was in treatment; Gonzalez's absence comes as contract-extension negotiations continue and his status will be updated in coming days.
The Chicago Bears conducted a physical training-camp practice at Halas Hall featuring live scrimmage work and short-yardage/goal-line packages. The first offense looked sharp on runs to the right behind 73 Jonah Jackson and 58 Darnell Wright, with D’Andre Swift in short-yardage situations, while the defense answered with notable plays including Devin Bush’s interception and a Dontae Manning hit that forced a Roschon Johnson fumble for a safety. Jedrick Wills Jr. started at left tackle and several players rotated; Cam Lewis briefly left on a cart but returned, and weather kept fans away as updates noted some injuries and lineup changes.
Rain forced Monday’s Steelers practice at Saint Vincent College to be moved indoors, but the session was completed with the new indoor facility keeping the day on schedule. Coach/coach-like quotes note a smooth switch; the injury report included Max Iheanachor (on field in pads but not drilling), plus Jaquan Brisker, Eli Heidenreich and Steven Jones in pads, while five players did not participate in team drills. Three PUP players (Joey Porter Jr., Jalen Ramsey, Donte Kent) did cardio away from the main field. The team ran two 11-on-11 periods, with a mix of runs and short passes, ending on a positive note as action and defense exchanges were highlighted in the Franco Moments section.
Jets cornerback Qwan'tez Stiggers was released from the hospital and is recovering at home after leaving Tuesday's joint practice in an ambulance; he regained consciousness and was able to talk, with coach Aaron Glenn saying he's 'good for the most part.' The incident paused practice briefly. A 2024 fifth‑round pick, Stiggers appeared in 14 games as a rookie (eight tackles) and started four of 15 games last season (27 tackles, three passes defended, two fumble recoveries). He is listed as the primary backup behind Brandon Stephens on the Jets' early depth chart for the upcoming season.
Jets cornerback Qwan’tez Stiggers was transported to a local hospital by ambulance after losing consciousness during a joint practice with the Buccaneers. He was conscious and talking afterward, received an IV, and was stretchered off as the practice was halted for about 10 minutes. No update on his condition was provided. Stiggers, 24, entered the NFL as a fifth‑round pick in 2024 after not playing college football and previously played for the CFL’s Toronto Argonauts.
Ravens cornerback Nate Wiggins was carted off the field at Thursday’s practice after his left leg gave way when his feet tangled with wide receiver Ja’Kobi Lane; coach Jesse Minter said there’s optimism it isn’t a major injury but it’s being evaluated. Wiggins started every game last season with 76 tackles, three interceptions and 14 passes defensed.