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The Steelers reportedly won’t open contract negotiations with Joey Porter Jr. until he’s activated from the PUP list and proves he’s healthy enough to play, signaling an impasse as Pittsburgh’s new coaching staff evaluates his fit and potential impact this season.
Green Bay activated TE Tucker Kraft from the active/PUP list; he’ll practice but won’t participate in 11-on-11s as he recovers from a torn ACL, with optimism for a Week 1 return and potential fantasy-relevant production if he stays healthy.
Jonathan Greenard will begin Philadelphia's training camp on the physically unable to perform list after suffering a pec strain lifting weights. He’s not expected to miss extended time but won’t practice until activated, which can happen at any point during camp. The Eagles acquired him from the Vikings and gave him a four-year, $100 million extension, and he joins outside linebackers Jalyx Hunt, Nolan Smith, Arnold Ebiketie, and A.J. Epenesa.
The Philadelphia Eagles started training camp with edge rusher Jonathan Greenard on the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list after a pre-camp pectoral strain. The PUP designation allows him to return during camp or after the first four games of the season. Greenard, acquired for two third‑round picks and signed to a four‑year, $98 million deal, comes off a productive 2023–24 stretch but missed 2025 after shoulder surgery.
Green Bay opened training camp with six players on the injury/return lists (Brooks on NFI; Kraft, Musgrave, Banks, Hargrave, Hadden on PUP), and then added five more the next day, led by edge rusher Micah Parsons (PUP, torn ACL) and defensive lineman Jordon Riley (PUP, torn Achilles). Also on PUP: Brant Banks, Nazir Stackhouse and long snapper Matt Orzech. Right tackle Zach Tom and defensive lineman Devonte Wyatt are healthy for camp, Kraft is expected to miss the first week or two, and Parsons is projected to miss at least four games of the 2026 season while Riley is unlikely to contribute in 2026. No word yet on Musgrave, the other Banks, Hargrave, Stackhouse or Orzech. Training camp begins Wednesday, with more updates anticipated.
Green Bay moved defensive end Micah Parsons to the physically unable to perform (PUP) list due to a torn ACL, with a return expected no earlier than October. He could later switch to the reserve PUP after the 53-man cut, keeping him out at least four games. The Packers also signed kicker Lenny Krieg and tight end Thomas Yassmin, waived defensive tackle Dante Barnett and kicker Lucas Havrisik, and placed six other players on injury lists who can be activated at any point during training camp.
The Baltimore Ravens opened training camp with six players on the active physically unable to perform list: Nnamdi Madubuike, Travis Jones, John Jenkins, Teddye Buchanan, Adisa Isaac, and Bilhal Kone. Madubuike has been cleared by independent doctors to return to the field and could practice as early as next week after neck surgery, offering a potentially pivotal boost for Baltimore's defensive line. The others are in the mix at camp as they rehab from injuries and aim to contribute this season.
Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers is expected to avoid the active/physically unable to perform (PUP) list to start training camp as he recovers from ACL surgery on his right knee, with the aim of potentially playing in the season opener against the Cowboys. Nabers tore his ACL in Week 4 against the Chargers and later needed a second surgery to remove scar tissue; the 2024 first-round pick produced 18 receptions for 271 yards and two touchdowns last season, and his return will be watched closely during camp.
Carolina Panthers place left tackle Ikem Ekwonu on the physically unable to perform list at the start of training camp after his January patellar tendon tear, with optimism for a return later in the season. Teammate Taylor Moton is on the non-football injury list due to a blood clot in his lung, likely shifting tackles duties to Rasheed Walker and 2026 first-round pick Monroe Freeling. Defensive lineman Tershawn Wharton heads to PUP for a neck injury, Bobby Brown goes to NFI with a hamstring issue, and cornerback Jaylon Guilbeau was waived from NFI.
Patriots kick off training camp with Harold Landry and CJ Dippre on the active PUP list and Terrell Jennings on the NFI list; Dippre tweaked during practice, hinting at roster changes, while Jacas remains unsigned as rookies report, likely due to guaranteed money after a post-draft procedure. The first padded practice is set for Thursday.
The Browns placed linebacker Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah on the reserve/physically unable to perform (PUP) list, removing him from the 90-man roster and barring activation for the 2026 season after a neck injury kept him out since October 2024; the move effectively ends his 2026 season, though he has 308 tackles, eight sacks, three interceptions and six fumbles in 49 career games.
The article explains the complex NFL roster rules regarding injured players, including the distinctions between injured reserve (IR), IR-to-return, non-football injury (NFI), and physically unable to perform (PUP) lists, and how these affect team roster management, especially for the Detroit Lions' 2025 roster cuts.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers plan to activate wide receiver Chris Godwin and left tackle Tristan Wirfs from the PUP list before the 53-man roster cut, although Wirfs is expected to miss the first few games of the season due to a knee injury.
Terry McLaurin's activation from the PUP list is solely due to his recovery from an ankle injury and not related to his contract negotiations, with the team emphasizing the importance of his return to full participation for upcoming games.
The Washington Commanders activated wide receiver Terry McLaurin off the PUP list, allowing him to practice, amid ongoing contract negotiations where McLaurin seeks a deal comparable to DK Metcalf's. Despite his activation, McLaurin remains frustrated with the lack of progress in contract talks, which has led to his request for a trade, though the team has no plans to trade him.