2026 NFL Training Camp Live Updates, Rumors and Highlights from August 4

Shortly before April's draft, the Denver Broncos made a bold trade to add speedy wide receiver Jaylen Waddle. The idea was that the former Miami Dolphins standout had the tools necessary to add a new element to Denver's passing attack.

According to The MMQB's Albert Breer, Waddle has met expectations in early camp:

"Waddle has arrived as advertised. The most noticeable and unique quality he brings to the table from Miami is his combination of elite long speed and sudden stop-and-start ability—which opens up avenues for [offensive coordinator Davis] Webb to be creative with him."

The 27-year-old pass-catcher has regularly flashed in camp practices, and he was at it again on Tuesday, according to The Denver Post's Luca Evans:

In five seasons with the Dolphins, Waddle compiled 5,039 receiving yards and 26 receiving touchdowns.

Wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. was an immediate sensation for the Jacksonville Jaguars as a rookie in 2024. However, he took a significant step backward in 2025, even as the Jaguars became a much more competitive team overall.

After racking up 1,282 yards and 10 touchdowns as a rookie Pro Bowler, Thomas had just 707 yards and two touchdowns in Year 2.

Thomas' regression has led to some trade speculation. However, ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reported on Tuesday that the Jaguars are "confident" that the LSU product will bounce back this season.

"He has looked phenomenal since the spring, and when you watch him live, he's in a different class athletically than his teammates," Fowler wrote.

Parker Washington led the Jaguars with 847 receiving yards last season.

This season, the Philadelphia Eagles will face the difficult task of replacing wideout A.J. Brown in their offense. The good news is that Philly has restocked their receiver room with the likes of Marquise Brown, Dontayvion Wicks, and rookie first-round pick Makai Lemon.

The bad news is that Lemon and No. 1 receiver DeVonta Smith were both out of practice on Tuesday with hamstring injuries, according to The Athletic's Zach Berman.

The Eagles are most likely just playing it safe with Lemon and Smith, as they won't even open their preseason until August 15. They can also use the opportunity to get more reps for receivers like Wicks, who has been building trust with quarterback Jalen Hurts, according to Dave Zangaro of NBC Sports Philadelphia.

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers isn't becoming the highest-paid player at his position. However, the 2023 first-round pick is cashing in with a lucrative second contract.

According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, Flowers and the Ravens have agreed to a massive four-year, $140 million extension that includes $108 million guaranteed.

Baltimore took Flowers 22nd overall out of Boston College and has watched him steadily grow into a difference-maker. The two-time Pro Bowler had his first 1,000-yard campaign in 2024 and finished last season with 1,211 yards and five touchdowns.

With an annual salary of $35 million, Flowers is now tied with Justin Jefferson in terms of per-season earnings, behind only Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Ja'Marr Chase, and Drake London among receivers.

The New York Jets may not have their quarterback of the future on the current roster. However, they've done an excellent job of setting the table for said signal-caller to be named later.

In the first round of April's draft, the Jets added receiver Omar Cooper Jr. and tight end Kenyon Sadiq to a skill group that already included Garrett Wilson and Breece Hall. Unfortunately, Sadiq is set to miss some time in training camp.

Jets head coach Aaron Glen said that the Oregon product has suffered "a little setback" during his recovery from offseason sports hernia surgery, per ESPN's Adam Schefter. However, Glenn still believes that Sadiq will still be ready for Week 1.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are looking to reclaim the NFC South after narrowly missing out on a division title in 2025. They're reportedly still hopeful that they'll chase the playoffs with star defensive tackle Vita Vea.

NFL Network's Mike Garafolo reported in July that the two-time Pro Bowler requested a trade after contract negotiations hit an impasse. According to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, Vea has "zero" intention to play under his current contract or without a change of scenery.

Vea has not been practicing at training camp as he seeks a resolution. However, Fowler also reported that the Bucs are "not worried" about his absence just yet.

"Talk to me in one to two weeks," one person from the team told Fowler.

Camp holdouts and hold-ins often end when players face the prospect of missing game checks. If Vea isn't on the practice field before the start of the regular season, though, it may be time for Tampa to worry.

Wide receiver Stefon Diggs remains one of the biggest names remaining on the free-agent market. The four-time Pro Bowler, who played his high school and college ball in Maryland, may find a home with the Washington Commanders.

According to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, the Commanders are in the "see-what-we-have" mode at wide receiver and are at least keeping an eye on Diggs, who is interested in joining Washington.

"Washington is monitoring the situation with Diggs, who's intrigued by the chance to play in Washington (he's from the area)," Fowler reported on Tuesday.

Diggs spent last season with the New England Patriots and, despite coming off a 2024 ACL tear, caught 85 passes for 1,013 yards and four touchdowns. He added 110 yards and a touchdown during New England's postseason run to Super Bowl LX.

Robinson isn't the only 2023 draft product who could potentially get a market-setting offer this offseason. Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua has been one of the best at his position when healthy, and he's also eligible for a second contract.

ESPN's Dan Graziano reported on Tuesday that Rams general manager Les Snead was asked about Nacua's contract talks at training camp on Sunday.

"We'll keep that between us," Snead said, per Graziano, though he added that Nacua is "in a great spot."

Nacua was a fifth-round draft pick in 2023, meaning his contract didn't come with a fifth-year option and will expire after the 2026 season. In his three campaigns, the 45-year-old has averaged 95.3 receiving yards per game while catching 19 touchdown passes. He had a league-high 129 catches last season.

Bijan Robinson became extension-eligible this offseason, and the Falcons star couldn't have timed his career year any better. Last season, the Texas product racked up a career-best and league-high 2,298 scrimmage yards and 98 touchdowns.

On Tuesday, Atlanta gave Robinson a three-year extension worth up to $75 million, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. The deal includes $51 million guaranteed and, according to Spotrac, a base value of $22.25 million annually.

Philadelphia Eagles standout Saquon Barkley previously led the running-back market with a contract worth $20.6 million per season.

Robinson was the eighth overall pick in the 2023 draft. Now that he's been extended, attention turns to Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs, who was selected 12th overall.

Gibbs has compiled 619 fewer scrimmage yards than Robinson over the last three seasons but has produced 15 more combined rushing and receiving touchdowns. It'll be interesting to see if he tops Robinson's deal and by how much.