NFL News -- August 30, 2026

26 NFL headlines from August 30, 2026.

Bears third-round pick Zavion Thomas scores 97-yard touchdown on his first NFL play

Thomas made his preseason debut on Saturday and put on a show.

Yahoo Sports NFL -- Chicago Bears

Dan Campbell not worried about his kicker after Jake Bates misses two extra points

Lions kicker Jake Bates did not finish the preseason strong on Saturday.

Yahoo Sports NFL -- Detroit Lions

Dan Campbell not worried about his kicker after Jake Bates misses two extra points

Lions kicker Jake Bates did not finish the preseason strong on Saturday.

ProFootballTalk -- Detroit Lions

What their first wave of roster cuts means for the Patriots

The Patriots parted ways with 19 players on Saturday.

Yahoo Sports NFL -- New England Patriots

Washington Huskies Land Official Visit With 4-Star 2028 Recruit

The Huskies will have a chance to maintain their Pacific Northwest recruiting pipeline when they host tight end Presley Delance.

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Green Bay Packers

Former Alabama Star Terrion Arnold Gets Fresh NFL Opportunity With Seattle Seahawks

The former first-round standout brings his aggressive physicality to Mike Macdonald’s defense, seeking a career resurgence while navigating an ongoing legal situation in the Pacific Northwest.

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Detroit Lions

Saints Plan To Retain QB Spencer Rattler

In April, Spencer Rattler was mentioned as a potential trade candidate given Tyler Shough‘s status as the Saints’ starting quarterback. Both young passers remain in the fold in advance of Week 1, and that can be expected to continue. Prior to swinging today’s trade for Quinn Ewers, the Jaguars expressed interest in Rattler. It appears they were not the […]

Pro Football Rumors -- New Orleans Saints

Report: Saints will keep Spencer Rattler despite trade interest

The Saints waived fourth quarterback Hunter Dekkers on Saturday, leaving Spencer Rattler and Zach Wilson behind Tyler Shough.

ProFootballTalk -- New Orleans Saints

Report: Saints will keep Spencer Rattler despite trade interest

The Saints waived fourth quarterback Hunter Dekkers on Saturday, leaving Spencer Rattler and Zach Wilson behind Tyler Shough.

Yahoo Sports NFL -- New Orleans Saints

Jalen Milroe Shines for Seahawks, Showing How Alabama Prepared Him for the NFL

The dual-threat quarterback dominated Kansas City, proving he can pair elite athleticism with pro-level processing. Milroe’s preseason finale showcased the refined pocket presence forged in Tuscaloosa.

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Seattle Seahawks

Kyle Shanahan vaguely suggests George Kittle has "taken a step back"

When 49ers tight end George Kittle recently emerged from the active/physically unable to perform list, many assumed it meant he'd be available to play in the Week 1 game against the Rams in Australia.

ProFootballTalk -- San Francisco 49ers

NFL Waiver Wire Rules: Chicago Bears are 25th

Have you ever wondered exactly what the NFL’s waiver wire process is? @wiltfongjr has you covered right here.

Yahoo Sports NFL -- Chicago Bears

Dolphins trade former Texas star QB Quinn Ewers to Jaguars

Quinn Ewers is in for a quick trip up I-95 come next season.

Yahoo Sports NFL -- Miami Dolphins

Chicago Bears 2026 53-Man Roster Transaction Tracker

NFL teams need to be down to 53 players by 5:00 CT on Sunday, August 30, and @wiltfongjr is tracking all the Bears moves here.

Yahoo Sports NFL -- Chicago Bears

USC might have found its next superstar receiver in freshman: ‘He’s special’

One of the big questions facing USC entering its most pivotal season of the Lincoln Riley era was who would replace star wide receivers Makai Lemon and Ja’Kobi Lane.

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Philadelphia Eagles

Minor NFL Transactions: 8/29/26

As teams continue to work their way down to 53 before tomorrow’s deadline, here are the latest moves: Arizona Cardinals Waived: OL Christian Jones Atlanta Falcons Waived: WR Keelan Marion, DT Devonnsha Maxwell, LB Daveren Rayner, G Jaeden Roberts, TE Joshua Simon, DB Keidron Smith, T Andrew Stueber Released: DT Eric Johnson, LB Channing Tindall, G Brandon Walton Placed on IR: DB Darren Hall  Baltimore Ravens Waived: TE Lucas Scott, CB Robert Longerbeam, C Nick Dawkins, QB Austin Reed, DL Aaron G

Pro Football Rumors -- Baltimore Ravens

Titans roster cut tracker

Following all of the Titans roster cuts as they happen.

Yahoo Sports NFL -- Tennessee Titans

2026 NFL preseason Week 3 rookie QB grades: Ravens undrafted signal caller shines

Rams first-round pick Ty Simpson and Ravens undrafted rookie Joe Fagnano earned the highest marks

CBS Sports NFL -- Los Angeles Rams

College running back MicahJo Barnett dies after medical emergency on sideline

MicahJo Barnett, a junior running back at William Jewell College in Missouri, died Saturday after experiencing a medical emergency on the sideline during a game, via the Associated Press.

ProFootballTalk -- Denver Broncos

WR Ronnie Bell Among Saints’ Early Roster Cuts

The Saints are the latest team to begin making roster cuts. These 10 players have officially been waived: Ronnie Bell, WR Elliott Davison, S Hunter Dekkers, QB Bub Means, WR Zaire Mitchell-Paden, TE Garrett Nelson, DE Khalil Saunders, DT Brien Taylor, DT Xavier Truss, OL Malakai Williams, DE Bell is the most experienced player being let go with 28 regular-season appearances to his name. Two […]

Pro Football Rumors -- Denver Broncos

Missouri’s William Jewell College running back dies after experiencing medical emergency during game

William Jewell College junior running back MicahJo Barnett died after experiencing a medical emergency on the sideline — and shortly after scoring a touchdown — during the Missouri-based Division II school’s season opener, officials said.

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Denver Broncos

Anthony Richardson the favorite to win backup QB job after preseason finale

Anthony Richardson lost his starting job last year.

ProFootballTalk -- Indianapolis Colts

Green Bay Packers will have 2nd shot at running back Damon Bankston

The 4.43-second 40-yard dash speed running back has been let go by the New York Giants

Yahoo Sports NFL -- New York Giants

Cowboys acquire former first-round draft pick Broderick Jones to beef up offensive line

The Cowboys are bolstering their offensive line headed into the season.

Yahoo Sports NFL -- Pittsburgh Steelers

WR Notes: Bryant, Steelers, Olave, Bills

Troy Franklin emerged as the Broncos‘ clear No. 2 wide receiver last season, separating himself with a breakthrough year. The 2024 fourth-round pick totaled 709 receiving yards, six touchdowns and three two-point conversions. But an interesting demotion looks likely for the ex-Bo Nix Oregon teammate. Franklin played in Denver’s final preseason game, joining All-Pro returner […]

Pro Football Rumors -- Denver Broncos

NFL waiver wire explained: Which Detroit Lions are impacted

What is the NFL waiver wire system and which current Detroit Lions players are subject to the process?

Yahoo Sports NFL -- Detroit Lions