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Chiefs waive QB Chris Oladokun, release DE Emmanuel Ogbah while setting 53-man roster
Chiefs make roster cuts, including Chris Oladokun and Emmanuel Ogbah
Justin Fields
QB · KC · 27 yrs · exp 5 · Ohio State
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2026 NFL preseason Week 3 rookie QB grades: Ravens undrafted signal caller shines
Rookie quarterback grades for Week 3 of the 2026 NFL preseason
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To the Moon?! | Dynasty Players Whose Value could EXPLODE after Week 1
Players whose dynasty value could increase after Week 1
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Patrick Mahomes will not play this week
Patrick Mahomes will not play in the preseason game against the Seahawks on August 28, according to Chiefs head coach Andy Reid
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Aaron Glenn regrets his approach to the media in his first year
Jets coach Aaron Glenn expressed regret over his initial adversarial approach to the media during his first year, acknowledging it as a mistake. He also reflected on the significant staff overhaul after that season and the decision to start Justin Fields at quarterback, contrasting it with Ben Johnson's success with Caleb Williams. Glenn emphasized the importance of pivoting and adaptability in leadership, admitting his own missteps
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Chiefs News: Chiefs to start Justin Fields today against Rams
The latest Chiefs news, brought fresh to you every morning!
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Patrick Mahomes will not play on Saturday
Chiefs head coach Andy Reid said last week that quarterback Patrick Mahomes would probably sit out the team’s first preseason game and he gave a more emphatic answer about Mahomes’s status on Thursday. Reid said at a press conference that Mahomes will not play against the Rams. Reid previously said that he did not know if Mahomes will play at all in the preseason, but he did not offer any definitive answers about the team’s final two games on Thursday. Keeping Mahomes on the bench is a departure from how the Chiefs have typically handled preseason work in past years, but the quarterback’s recovery from a torn ACL dictated a change to the usual routine. Justin Fields, Garrett Nussmeier, and Chris Oladokun will handle the quarterback work for the Chiefs this weekend
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Andy Reid: I don't know if Patrick Mahomes will play in the preseason
Chiefs head coach Andy Reid has not shied away from playing quarterback Patrick Mahomes in past preseasons, but Mahomes is coming off a torn ACL this summer and it sounds like Reid has a different approach in mind. The Chiefs will play their first preseason game against the Rams a week from Saturday and Reid said at a Friday press conference that he is not inclined to play Mahomes in that game. Reid went on to say that he doesn’t know if Mahomes will see any game action before the Chiefs host the Broncos on the first Monday night of the regular season. “There’s a pretty good chance I don’t play him [against the Rams],” Reid said. “Percentages are leaning that way. I don’t know if I’ll play him the second or third game, I don’t know that, but the percentages likely lean against doing that. We’ve got new people in those other positions behind him that need some work, and so the more reps they get, the better.” Justin Fields, Garrett Nussmeier and Chris Oladokun are the other Chiefs quarterbacks. Fields and Nussmeier are both new to the team this season. Reid and the Chiefs got to experience life without Mahomes last year and no one in Kansas City will have an appetite for risking a repeat of that in a game that doesn’t factor into the standings. Final answers on the team’s plans will come in the next couple of weeks, but it doesn’t sound like anyone should expect to see No. 15 until September
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Justin Fields says he's learning from Patrick Mahomes while backing him up
Justin Fields has been a starting quarterback for most of his NFL career, but when he was traded to the Chiefs this offseason, he knew he was going to Kansas City to back up Patrick Mahomes. And he says that’s been a valuable experience for him. Fields said at Chiefs training camp that Mahomes has been coaching him on the Chiefs’ offense and explaining concepts that Fields previously hasn’t learned. “Any question that I have, he’s been in this offense for 10 years now so he knows every little detail,” Fields said of Mahomes. “Any questions that have popped up, he’s explaining to me perfectly. It’s great learning from him, him showing me the ropes.” Fields says he’s growing as a quarterback in the unfamiliar position of backup to a future Hall of Famer. “I’m just trying to expand my horizon, do things I’ve never done before, the amount of concepts, the amount of actions, the amount of stuff we have in the offense,” Fields said. “I’m just trying to practice on that, and really emulate Pat.”
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Trade: Justin Joly, Geno Smith, Justin Fields
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Andy Reid on Patrick Mahomes: You see the strength in his legs, which is important
While Patrick Mahomes suffered a torn ACL in December, all indications have been that the quarterback is on track to start Week 1 when the Chiefs play the Broncos. Mahomes did not start training camp on the active/physically unable to perform list and started working with the team’s rookies last week. With veterans now on the field as well, head coach Andy Reid told reporters on Wednesday that Mahomes has continued to look good in practice. “Yeah, he looked pretty good today, I thought. Strong,” Reid said in his press conference, via transcript from the team. “You see the strength in his legs, which is important with a leg injury. You kind of look at that first. See how his feet are moving, feet are moving well. So, I thought it was positive. I mean, I thought he looked well.” Reid, of course, is watching Mahomes intently throughout camp as the quarterback returns from a major injury. “I’m obviously giving a close eye on him. I’m not the doctor, but I’m keeping a close eye on the small things, technique-wise,” Reid said. “But he’s prepared for those things and [assistant athletic trainer] Julie [Frymyer] has done a great job with him, with his rehab of really giving him opportunities to push off, whether it’s lateral or straight ahead to make sure he can escape as needed. “He’s got good strength. You make good strength through the practice he’s been in, where he can still bend and throw and he trusts the leg to drive on it. So, I think those are all important things. I stand right behind him. So, we talk.” The Chiefs did bring in Justin Fields to be a high-level backup for the club this season. But it seems like Mahomes is still on the path to starting Week 1
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Fantasy Football NFC North Snapshot: 1 key nugget from each team going into 2026
Scott Pianowski shares one thing that stands out for fantasy football for each NFC North team going into 2026
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Chicago Bears Question of the Day: Will Tyson Bagent stay QB2 all season?
Entering his 4th season with the Bears, Tyson Bagent remains a steadfast presence. Ever since arriving from Shepard University in 2023, he’s been nothing but business, support, and hard work. To this point in his career, Bagent has earned everything that has come his way, most notably the two-year $10 million deal he signed in 2025. Still, with Caleb Williams being positioned as the long-term starter in Chicago, you can’t help but imagine that Bagent’s time with the Bears has an eventual expiration date. In fact, with the current trend of former backups earning starting jobs (and big contracts) you have to imagine Bagent’s competitive spirit will lead him elsewhere sooner rather than later. Which leads me to my question…. The implication of this question is not about if Bagent is supplanted by Keenum or another QB as the primary backup for the Bears, but whether another team goes shopping for QB help midseason. There are two primary scenarios where Bagent could plausibly be traded mid-season. A starting QB gets injured, and Bagent is brought in to keep the ship afloat. A team moves on from their starter and view Bagent as a potential long term option. A midseason trade for a backup quarterback more often leans towards the first scenario, but there are some teams that may want a jump on bringing Bagent into their building before the season is over. But first, let’s look at Bagent’s career so far. Bagent is the all-time passing leader in NCAA Division II history, posting 13,658 yards on a 69% completion percentage, and 123 TDs to 38 INTs. In the NFL he has started 4 games, going 2-2. He has passed for 917 yards on 66.4% completion, with 3 TDs to 6 INTs. All 6 of those INTs happened in his rookie year when filling in for the injured Justin Fields However, his best performance was in the 2025 preseason where he threw for 401 yards, 5 TDs, and 1 INT in three starts. This is where the chatter around his potential grew. Beyond his statistics, Bagent is a known gym rat whose non-traditional conditioning techniques have captivated fans. So, is he a good candidate to be traded? Considering he is one of the few backups that are still ascending, I think there is a very good chance he gets traded in 2026. Let’s look at some places that make sense. This first category is for teams that need to compete, have an established (and injury prone) QB1, but a poor QB2 option. Denver Broncos Bo Nix is recovering from a bad injury in the playoffs, while the Broncos are absolutely gearing for a deep playoff run. To this point in his career, Jared Stidham has underwhelmed. He has also been in the league long enough for us to know who he is. Los Angeles Chargers Justin Herbert doesn’t have a long injury history, but he has missed enough time to make you worried. He has fractured his left hand/wrist three times and injured his throwing shoulder three times. When you look at the now journeyman Trey Lance behind him, you wonder if a better backup is needed. Tampa Bay Buccaneers While Baker Mayfield is known to be a tough guy willing to play through injuries, a report noted he played with a litany of ailments in 2025 including MCL and PCL injuries. Pair this with a below average backup in Jake Browning , and it’s very possible Bagent could be viewed as an option in Tampa . Arizona Cardinals While the Cardinals appear to be preparing themselves for a #1 overall pick, it’s possible that a talented core of Jeremiyah Love, Marvin Harrison Jr. , and Trey McBride keep them from being at the top. In that scenario, it may be worth taking on a flyer with Bagent midseason to give them time to evaluate ahead of the draft. New York Jets The Jets have found their way back to Geno Smith , who looks like he might be near the end of an interesting career. While a player like Cade Klubnik is interesting, they may not want to throw him into the first if Smith proves to be done. Bringing in a vet, that still possesses a ceiling like Bagent could be [... truncated ...]
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Chiefs News: Rookie Jadon Canady is making a good early impression
Over the first two days of training camp for the Kansas City Chiefs , it’s important to remember that these practices feature exclusively rookies, quarterbacks and select veterans before the real thing starts this week. So when a rookie stands out, it’s worth jotting down and anticipating a repeat performance among the veterans. There are a couple of defensive backs who have been highlighted by local media in attendance this weekend, but the fourth-round pick from Oregon, Jadon Canady, flashed man-to-man coverage skills in the eyes of an old friend of the site, Pete Sweeney. Jadon Canady flashes early as Kansas City Chiefs look for answer at nickel | The Kansas City Star At Saturday’s initial workout — of the team’s three-day jumpstart for rookies and quarterbacks at training camp — Canady stood out during the red-zone 7-on-7 session. First, Canady broke up a pass by Patrick Mahomes intended for receiver Andrew Armstrong . Three plays later, he climbed over undrafted receiver Xavier Loyd and dove to pick off Justin Fields at the goal line. “I just grabbed my man, stayed attached to his hip,” he said Sunday. “The ball came out, and from there, pretty much for me, it’s ‘see the ball, get the ball.’” 2026 Kansas City Chiefs training camp: Latest intel, updates | ESPN One of the highlights at practice Sunday was during the 7-on-7 period inside the red zone. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes surveyed the field and then completed a pass to rookie receiver Cyrus Allen, who made a leaping catch in the back of the end zone between two defenders. “It’s still a surreal moment for me because I used to play the [Madden NFL] game with Pat a lot,” Allen, the Chiefs’ fifth-round draft pick this year, said of Mahomes. “I’m pretty familiar with what he [does]. That was my favorite team.” Chiefs Training Camp Notebook July 25: An unexpected rookie shines; Mahomes participates in practice | KSHB 41 Rookie safety Xavier Nwankpa got the best of Mahomes on Saturday when he almost picked off one of his passes. He kept an eye on Mahomes while in his zone coverage. Nwankpa stayed discipline and timed his jump when Mahomes thought the route was open. He also had a couple of additional deflections and an interception on quarterback Justin Fields on an option route. One Starting Job the Chiefs Are Happy They Don’t Have to Answer Today | Sports Illustrated Plenty of spots seem to be sorted out, but there’s a handful remaining to decide on. One of them appears to be the third linebacker job. There’s a world where starter Drue Tranquill shifts to a base SAM role and allows someone to slot in elsewhere, especially considering the departure of Leo Chenal to the Washington Commanders . Until proven or told otherwise, however, the race likely comes down to the duo of Jeffrey Bassa and Cooper McDonald . Kansas City may feel very relieved that it doesn’t have to make any decisions right now, as there’s plenty left to learn about both players. Chiefs cornerback volunteers before heading to training camp | KCTV5 Kristian Fulton volunteered with Habitat for Humanity in Olathe on Friday, July 24. Members of the Chiefs Red Coaters joined him for the project. Habitat KC is working to build 14 homes near 158th and Black Bob Road. The families who eventually live in the homes will be helped through Habitat’s affordable mortgage program. Nuggets for the Win: Tyson Foods gives Chiefs fans a shot at season tickets | KCTV 5 What’s New This Season Chiefs fans can enjoy the branded nuggets at home or at Arrowhead Stadium – but Tyson says it is sweetening the deal with a season ticket giveaway running through Sept. 9: Five winners will each receive a pair of season tickets Winners will be notified by Sept. 10 by Tyson Foods Enter the giveaway here Kraft: Patriots’ Gonzalez has offer to be ‘highest-paid’ CB ever | ESPN “We love Christian Gonzalez . We love him as a player, as a person, and that’s why we’ve made an offer to him to make him the highest-paid player t [... truncated ...]
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FA: Justin Fields dropped
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Patrick Mahomes shockingly set to be ‘fully cleared’ seven months after tearing ACL
Chiefs fans will likely have their two-time MVP quarterback return sooner rather than later. Patrick Mahomes is expected to be “fully cleared” this week, per Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer . Mahomes tore his ACL and LCL in Week 15 and underwent surgery on Dec. 15. Mahomes was a full participant at Chiefs OTAs in May in both individuals and 7-on-7s, donning a yellow non-contact jersey. During Phase III, the team kept him out of 11-on-11 drills as a precaution. Mahomes also took part in mandatory minicamp, putting him on track to be ready for camp in July and August. Chiefs quarterbacks and rookies will report to training camp three days earlier than the rest of the team, so Mahomes will be back at Kansas City ’s facility in St. Joseph, Mo., on Friday. However, Mahomes will have to face defenders for the first time on the surgically repaired knee. Breer also noted the toughness of Kansas City’s offseason programs, noting that Mahomes has previously played in preseason games. During training camp, the Chiefs will also see action under center from Justin Fields , Chris Oladokun and rookie Garrett Nussmeier . It remains to be seen whether Mahomes will generally split time early in camp, and how the team will handle his reps in the preseason
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NFL training camp storylines: Patrick Mahomes injury update, Aaron Rodgers’ farewell tour and biggest QB battles
Kansas City is accustomed to being the epicenter of the NFL universe during the postseason. But during the preseason? That’s a new development for the Chiefs. While several starting quarterbacks are expected to be cleared to start training camp after suffering season-ending injuries, only one is a two-time MVP and three-time Super Bowl champion. Apologies to Daniel Jones (Colts), Bo Nix (Broncos) and Jayden Daniels (Commanders), but there is only one Patrick Mahomes . After suffering a torn ACL and LCL in December, Mahomes’ goal is to play Week 1 . So, Mahomes’ day-to-day involvement in practices — and how mobile he looks in the pocket — will create major news as the Chiefs look to squeeze more out of a dynasty that seemed to be on its last legs; the Chiefs were 6-8 even before his injury. Mahomes, 30, could have a renewed chip on his shoulder too, as fewer NFL talent evaluators than in the past see him as the clear top quarterback in the league. This could be the start of Mahomes’ final season throwing to his favorite target — newlywed Travis Kelce . And his next-favorite target, Rashee Rice , is expected back on the field after missing OTAs and minicamp while serving a 30-day jail sentence for a probation violation. The Chiefs’ Plan B if Mahomes is not ready is journeyman Justin Fields . Here are nine other storylines as NFL training camps get underway this week, beginning with Wednesday’s report date for the Panthers and Cardinals: Ever since the all-in Rams traded for Myles Garrett , future Hall of Famer Aaron Donald has fed speculation about possibly coming out of retirement after two seasons away. Donald reportedly isn’t looking for the half-season Roger Clemens Package. If he returns, he wants to be part of the full ride (starting Saturday) and perform like his dominant self rather than a part-timer. That presumably means Donald would want to be paid top dollar, too, and that part could get sticky: He had one year left on a three-year, $95 million contract when he retired. Love him or hate him, Aaron Rodgers is an NFL icon. The retiring Rodgers begins his 22nd and final season by reuniting with his former Packers coach Mike McCarthy in Pittsburgh , where the Steelers are transitioning after 19 years under Mike Tomlin. Rodgers could catch Peyton Manning for No. 3 on the all-time touchdown passes chart this season. The battle in camp to be Rodgers’ backup is between Mason Rudolph , Will Howard and rookie Drew Allar . Can either Howard or Allar make a case to be his heir apparent? The three main battles are in Cleveland ( Deshaun Watson vs. Shedeur Sanders ), Minnesota ( Kyler Murray vs. J.J. McCarthy ) and Atlanta ( Tua Tagovailoa vs. Michael Penix Jr.). The situations for Murray and Tagovailoa are similar: Former Pro Bowlers looking to restart their careers for playoff hopefuls by beating out 2024 first-round picks who have been beset by injuries. Watson hasn’t thrown for more than 1,200 yards or seven touchdowns since 2020 but is still eating up $40.9 million in salary cap space. Sanders is an ultra-confident lightning rod. And Dillon Gabriel — drafted two rounds ahead of Sanders in 2025 — already looks like the odd man out. Coaches every year vow to be patient with their rookie quarterbacks. They almost always give in to pressure. When will No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza force first-year coach Klint Kubiak’s hand with the Raiders? He already got “a ton better” in his first month in the NFL. Can placeholder Kirk Cousins — looking for redemption after his disastrous (but very lucrative) decision to leave the Vikings for the Falcons in 2024 — hold off Mendoza to get the Week 1 start? A handful of former 1,000-yard receivers changed teams during the offseason and could have big impacts on the expectations for their quarterbacks: Welcome to an era of the Patriots’ A.J. Brown , Broncos’ Jaylen Waddle , Bills’ D.J. Moore and 49ers’ Mike Evans . Free agent Stefon Diggs looms as another difference-maker. The R [... truncated ...]
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Travis Kelce swan song? What to expect from Chiefs tight end in potential final season
Three-time Super Bowl champion tight end Travis Kelce returns to the Kansas Chiefs in 2026 for his 14th and perhaps final NFL season. Kelce re-signed on a one-year, $12 million contract with two void years for salary cap purposes. The pact is structured for Kelce to decide whether to retire by June 2027, and after marrying Taylor Swift, he may look forward to more free time on his hands. Kelce doesn't have much left to prove. He ranks as the Chiefs' all-time receptions (1,080), receiving yards (13,002) and receiving touchdowns leader (82) while those same figures respectively have him ranked third, third and fifth all-time among all NFL tight ends. Receptions 1,080 1st 3rd Receiving yards 13,002 1st 3rd Receiving TD 82 1st 5th So what can we expect from a 37-year-old Kelce in 2026? The role is pretty clear, but the raw numbers are a little more murky. Kansas City will once again ask Kelce to be a focal point of their offense in his 14th season: he led the Chiefs in catches (76), receiving yards (851), while co-leading the team in receiving touchdowns (five). Since the Chiefs traded away All-Pro Tyreek Hill to the Miami Dolphins in 2022, Kelce accounts for nearly a quarter of all of Kansas City's receiving at 22.7% (3,996), and Rice is second in that span at 10.2% (1,797). The 2010 All-Decade team tight end will continue to be heavily relied on in 2026. Travis Kelce 22.7% Rashee Rice 10.2% JuJu Smith-Schuster 8.6% Noah Gray 6.9% Xavier Worthy 6.6% * Kansas City traded Tyreek Hill to the Miami Dolphins during the 2022 offseason It's unclear if Patrick Mahomes will be the one throwing the ball to Kelce all season. Mahomes tore both his ACL and LCL in his left knee on Dec. 14 against the Los Angeles Chargers , and a torn ACL injury typically involves a nine-month recovery on its own. It's unclear how the combination of the ACL and LCL tear will affect Mahomes' timetable. If he's unable to suit up for Week 1, the Chiefs have Justin Fields and 2026 seventh-round pick Garrett Nussmeier competing to be Mahomes' placeholder. Kelce made history with a team-leading 851 yards receiving in 2025 at the age of 36. He joined Pro Football Hall of Famer Tony Gonzalez as the only tight ends in NFL history with 800-plus receiving yards in a season at the age of 36-or-older. Gonzalez accomplished the feat as a 36-year-old (930 in 2012) and as a 37-year-old (859 in 2013) with the Atlanta Falcons . With how much of a target share he'll likely continue to possess in a Kansas City offense lacking in reliable playmakers at the wide receiver position, offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy and head coach Andy Reid will likely continue to feature him in Year 14. Expect Kelce to produce numbers similar to his 2025 output in 2026
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Jets fans expect a big bounceback season from Geno Smith
The Jets did not need to pay much to reacquire quarterback Geno Smith in the offseason. Smith returned to New York in a trade involving a late round pick swap. The Jets also gave Geno a small salary bump. The hope is that the veteran quarterback can provide some stability at the most important position on the field. Last week we asked Jets fans how well they expect Smith to do in his second stint with the team. It’s clear that expectations are not low. A majority of fans who voted in our survey expect Geno Smith to rank somewhere between the 11th and 20th best quarterback in the NFL this season. It would be quite a story if we he was able to do it. Geno’s first tenure with the Jets was tumultuous with little on field success. It’s rare to get a second chance, but that’s what Geno Smith has. Of course to get this outcome it will require Geno to significantly improve his level of play. He actually finished 2025 with a lower QBR than Justin Fields . He greatly struggled quarterbacking the 3-14 Raiders. Getting to a level of credible quarterback play likely would put him in the running for Comeback Player of the Year. Bet on the game with FanDuel Sportsbook, SB Nation’s official sportsbook partner!
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