NFL News -- August 25, 2026

21 NFL headlines from August 25, 2026.

LSU About to Make History with Dae’Quan Wright Return Post Browns’ Waiver

LSU’s Lane Kiffin is once again in the headlines, this time about to make history in the most bizarre way possible.Following a groundbreaking NCAA eligibility update, Cleveland Browns tight end Dae’Quan Wright is on the verge of returning to the college ranks. He already has an agreement in place with LSU for the 2026 season—if […] The post LSU About to Make History with Dae’Quan Wright Return Post Browns’ Waiver appeared first on HEAVY.

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Cleveland Browns

Cleveland Browns Training Camp Recap: Day 18 – Watson’s first day as the starter

What happened on Day 18 of Cleveland Browns training camp?

Yahoo Sports NFL -- Cleveland Browns

Dolphins LB Trey Moore To Miss Time

Dolphins rookie linebacker Trey Moore is expected to miss time with an ankle injury suffered in Saturday’s preseason loss to the Giants. “I don’t see him back being soon,” head coach Jeff Hafley said on Monday (via Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald). “I’m not sure how long it will be. We will determine that […]

Pro Football Rumors -- Miami Dolphins

Steelers Activate Jalen Ramsey From PUP List

The Steelers activated star cornerback Jalen Ramsey from the active/physically unable to perform list, per a team announcement. Ramsey, 31, suffered a knee injury during mandatory minicamp in June and was placed on the PUP list at the beginning of training camp in late July. He progressed enough in his rehab to pass a team […]

Pro Football Rumors -- Pittsburgh Steelers

Austin Mack Is Alabama’s Backup QB, But Jalen Hurts Proved Why His Story Is Far From Over

Keelon Russell may hold the starting role, but Austin Mack’s physical tools and Jalen Hurts’ historic blueprint suggest a backup stint is merely a detour, not defeat.

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Atlanta Falcons

NFL fans make their picks in the South divisions

This week our SB Nation Reacts surveys gauged who NFL fans believe will win the AFC South and the NFC South. A year ago the Houston Texans were dethroned as AFC South Champions by the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Indianapolis Colts got off to a hot start but faded after quarterback Daniel Jones suffered a season […]

Yahoo Sports NFL -- Jacksonville Jaguars

Shedeur Sanders & J.J. McCarthy Tipped for College Football Return as NFL Futures Remain Uncertain

A wave of NFL players returning to college football grounds has put the NCAA’s new eligibility rules under a harsh national spotlight. As the sport grapples with the shifting legal standards, discussions have expanded to include Shedeur Sanders and J.

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Minnesota Vikings

“I Got Not Respect for Lane Kiffin”: LSU Legend Doesn’t Hold Back After Ex-Saints Rookie Leaves NFL for College Football Return

The LSU Tigers are already poised to add former NFL tight end Dae’Quan Wright after the Cleveland Browns waived him. Now, defensive lineman Zxavian Harris has followed suit.

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Cleveland Browns

WR Allen Robinson Announces Retirement

Allen Robinson is hanging up his cleats. The veteran wide receiver announced on Instagram that he’s decided to retire (per Jordan Schultz). Following a 12-game stint with the Lions in 2024 that saw him finish with only three receptions, we heard that Robinson was considering calling it a career. Instead, he decided to remain active […]

Pro Football Rumors -- Detroit Lions

Which Chicago Bears bubble player do you think will make the roster?

The Bears pretty much know who’ll make the 53-man roster, but is there a bubble player you’re really rooting for?

Yahoo Sports NFL -- Chicago Bears

One more Seahawks 53-man roster projection entering preseason finale

The projection changes following several Seahawks injuries against the Tennessee Titans.

Yahoo Sports NFL -- Seattle Seahawks

Former Rams receiver abruptly retires on his 33rd birthday

Former Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Allen Robinson announced his retirement on his 33rd birthday, ending an 11-year NFL career with six teams.

Yahoo Sports NFL -- Detroit Lions

Minor NFL Transactions: 8/24/26

Today’s minor moves: Cleveland Browns Activated from active/PUP: DT Maliek Collins Waived: TE Dae’Quan Wright Waived from IR: CB Tyron Herring Dallas Cowboys Signed: TE Mitchell Van Vooren Waived/injured: DT Kelvin Gilliam Detroit Lions Signed: DB Jason Taylor, RB Roydell Williams Placed on IR: RB Raheem Blackshear, WR Cedrick Wilson Waived from IR: RB Kye […]

Pro Football Rumors -- Detroit Lions

Aaron Glenn explains Jets’ decision to take David Bailey over Arvell Reese in NFL Draft

With the two set to go head-to-head Friday, Jets head coach Aaron Glenn was asked following Monday’s practice what went into the team taking David Bailey over Arvell Reese in the NFL Draft.

Yahoo Sports NFL -- New York Giants

Tyrod Taylor vs. Kyle McCord: The Case for Each Packers QB

One question looms large as we approach roster cutdown day: Who is the Packers’ backup quarterback?

Yahoo Sports NFL -- Green Bay Packers

Raiders Release WR Noah Brown

While we’ve still got about a week until the NFL’s roster cutdown deadline, the Raiders have given a veteran WR a head start to find a new squad. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports that the organization has released wideout Noah Brown. The Ohio State product was a seventh-round pick by the Cowboys in 2017, but he […]

Pro Football Rumors -- Las Vegas Raiders

SEC football news: League presidents send strong statement against ex-pros in college

The SEC football realm is renown for producing NFL Draft talent annually. But now the conference faces rookie rejects coming back to college. Already conference representative LSU has Dae’Quan Wright going from the Cleveland Browns to the Tigers . But many across the football landscape wonder, how does the SEC really feel about NFL dropouts […] The post SEC football news: League presidents send strong statement against ex-pros in college appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Cleveland Browns

Sean Payton on the signing of safety Taylor Rapp: “It was more availability than necessity”

The Broncos announced that they signed veteran safety Taylor Rapp last week ahead of their Week 2 preseason matchup vs. the Green Bay Packers to add some depth to their safety room. Today, Denver Broncos Head Coach Sean Payton met with the media and explained their reasoning behind signing the veteran safety. He was basically […]

Yahoo Sports NFL -- Denver Broncos

Dylan Parham meshing with Jets O-line as lone newcomer in unit

The Jets were the only NFL team to start the same five on the offensive line (all played at least 1,016 snaps) in all 17 games last season.

Yahoo Sports NFL -- New York Jets

49ers predicted to miss playoffs amid offseason drama headlined by owner’s arrest

The San Francisco 49ers have endured a painful offseason — and everyone knows it. Colin Cowherd didn’t mince words when discussing the team, and made it clear that the 49ers...

Yahoo Sports NFL -- San Francisco 49ers

Jets’ Breece Hall, Kenyon Sadiq, D’Angelo Ponds remain on track for Week 1

Jets head coach Aaron Glenn had a handful of positive injury updates following Monday's practice.

Yahoo Sports NFL -- New York Jets