2026 NFL Training Camp Live Updates, Rumors and Highlights from Thursday

Running back Jahmyr Gibbs posted a photo of teammate Jameson Williams on Instagram with the caption, "Patiently waiting…"

It could indicate that he's taking a wait-and-see approach during contract talks with the Detroit Lions, though some speculated that this post is about the new Spider-Man movie.

According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, Gibbs has had conversations with the team about a long-term extension. Assuming the two sides come to a new agreement, the three-time Pro Bowler will be the highest-paid at his position. 

Early this offseason, head coach Dan Campbell told reporters that Gibbs is the "bell cow" of the offense—after the team traded David Montgomery to the Houston Texans. Primed for a bigger workload out of the backfield, the 24-year-old wants a deserved pay raise, which should come before Week 1.

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport and ESPN's Adam Schefter provided an update on Shemar Stewart, who left the practice field on a cart Wednesday. 

According to head coach Zac Taylor, Stewart will miss several weeks, but he called that timeline "very fortunate" compared to the initial look of the injury.

The second-year pro can make a noticeable leap in development following the departure of edge-rusher Trey Hendrickson in free agency.

The Cincinnati Bengals signed Boye Mafe to a three-year, $60 million deal, and Myles Murphy is entering a contract year, but Stewart should be involved in the rotation off the edge. After a delayed arrival last offseason because of a contract dispute, he recorded 11 tackles (two for loss) and a sack in eight games.

On Wednesday, Atlanta Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski said that Tua Tagovailoa suffered a "flare-up" injury. ESPN's Adam Schefter reported that the Falcons signal-caller would miss time with a "tight back."

Tagovailoa took part in team drills on Thursday, which is a sign that he's not dealing with a major issue. Atlanta signed Cooper Rush for veteran quarterback insurance while Michael Penix Jr. is still recovering from knee surgery.

After six seasons with the Miami Dolphins, Tagovailoa is in line to start for the Falcons. Penix told reporters his doctor gave him a four-week timeline before he could advance to the next stage in his recovery, though he left the door open for an earlier timetable.

If Penix is out until late August, Tagovailoa just needs to stay healthy through the summer to claim the lead position.

Although Kenyon Sadiq missed spring practices because of a minor hernia surgery, New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn told reporters (via The Athletic's Zack Rosenblatt) that he expects the rookie tight end to be a big part of the offense.

Glenn should have high expectations for Sadiq in his first year, but the rookie could have a slow start to the season while splitting snaps with fellow tight end Mason Taylor, who recorded a team-leading 44 receptions for 369 yards and a touchdown last season.

Nonetheless, in his second stint with Gang Green, 14th-year quarterback Geno Smith should be an upgrade over the trio of Justin Fields, Tyrod Taylor and Brady Cook, who all started at least four games last season. He'll raise the floor for the Jets' passing attack, allowing Sadiq more opportunities to make an impact.

Quarterback Baker Mayfield told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler that the Tampa Bay Buccaneers offered him a two-year extension, which was "probably the most disappointing" part of negotiations for him, and he wants $50 million per year on his next deal.

If Mayfield gets what he wants, the two-time Pro Bowler's contract would rank at least 13th in average annual value among quarterbacks, which would be fair following another Pro Bowl-caliber year. 

Mayfield won't negotiate during the season. He's betting on himself, aiming for a standout season and a new deal next offseason. It's a good gamble. With him under center, Tampa Bay has won the NFC South title in two of the previous three campaigns.