New York Giants fans won't be seeing as much of running back Cam Skattebo's acrobatics this year – at least in training camp.
Skattebo told reporters at Giants training camp on Friday, July 31 that he's going to stop attempting backflips off of the field for now. His signature celebration became a hot topic earlier in July after a video of a failed backflip attempt – just months removed from a severe ankle injury – went viral.
"Obviously, I do some dumb things here and there," Skattebo said. "But I learn from it. My coach talked to me, told me how he felt, and I learned from it. Will I go do that backflip again? Probably not. We live and we learn, and we move on."
"Obviously, I do some dumb things here and there. I learn from it. Will I go do that backflip again? Probably not."
Yahoo Sports' "Football 301" podcast hosts Nate Tice and Matt Harmon spent an episode going through their top 10 NFL offenses heading into the 2026 season. Their dueling lists consisted largely of the same teams and featured a fun debate on who should be No. 1. Here's how their rankings broke down:
Harmon's top 10
Tice's top 10
Jaguars
Packers
Patriots
49ers
49ers
Lions
Chargers
Bears
Bills
Bengals
Bengals
Bills
Cowboys
Patriots
Bears
Chargers
Lions
Rams
Rams
Cowboys
Why Dallas can outgun everyone — if the line holds
It's easy to fall in love with the Cowboys' firepower. CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens form a dazzling one-two punch that can win with finesse or rock fights, and newcomer Ryan Flournoy is no slouch as WR3.
"It's one of the only teams where their third receiver is actually dangerous," Harmon raved, pointing out Flournoy's ability to step up if injuries hit.
The tight end group might be the NFL's most versatile. Jake Ferguson pairs receiving chops with real Y-blocking; Brevyn Spann-Ford is an elite edge-sealer; even the fullback, Hunter Luepke, is a tactical weapon — a "rug that ties the room together," as Tice put it.
But the O-line, long Dallas' calling card, faces a new test. Tyler Guyton is a supreme athlete but, as Tice noted, "He was always hurt in college. Right now, same story … so, can he string together 15-16 games in the NFL?"
Thankfully, Dallas has rare depth. "Nate Thomas wasn't bad last year when he had to play," Tice said, suggesting continuity even if Guyton misses more time.
What sets Dallas apart isn't just stars. The Cowboys are already solving the problems modern defenses throw at them. When teams flood the line with five defenders ("clouds" and 5-man fronts), Dallas answers with pullers and fullbacks, creating mismatches and staying one move ahead.
"That's why I'm so optimistic. They already showed the signs of going supernova … they were good on offense last year. I'm just all systems go," Tice said.
Even weaknesses don't feel fatal. The running back room is solid, if unspectacular. But on this team? "If running back depth is your biggest worry, you're probably going to be alright," Tice said.
With an offense already carving up the trends of 2026 and enough O-line talent to (probably) patch over injuries, the Cowboys are as close as it gets to an offensive sure thing.
If Guyton can string together a healthy campaign — or if Thomas picks up where he left off — expect Dallas to be at the top of every power ranking come Thanksgiving.
The case for the Rams
At the core of Harmon's justification for putting the Rams No. 1 on his list is the "MVP at quarterback" in Matthew Stafford and the elite playmaker duo of Puka Nacua and Davante Adams, calling Nacua "a top receiver in the NFL, period, end of story" if healthy. The Rams' offense is built around stars at key positions, giving them the capacity to run their entire passing game through explosive weapons.
The tight end group is another area of strength unique to the Rams. With perhaps "the fastest tight end in the NFL in Terrance Ferguson, who can truly be a sacrificial player from 13 personnel" plus proven producers like Colby Parkinson, the Rams have the ability to seamlessly pivot from multi-tight end sets to 11 personnel when the situation demands.
"They're always ahead of it," Harmon says of Sean McVay-led units. The Rams stay atop modern trends, blending a multiple-tight end attack with tempo and versatility. McVay's willingness to adapt — such as increasing fourth-down aggressiveness from 10% to 29% over his Rams tenure — keeps defenses off-balance and maximizes the roster's strengths.
Despite naming them No. 1, Harmon admits there is a "little bit of a house of cards element" to the Rams' setup. He points out some serious risks: Nacua's offseason legal troubles, Adams' age (34, unprecedented for a WR1), depth concerns at receiver behind the top two, and the durability of key linemen like Alaric Jackson. There's also the wild card of Stafford's health and age; any significant time missed could derail L.A.'s ceiling.
The expectation is James will prioritize competing for a championship as he looks to earn a fifth NBA title. That's why it's hardly a surprise the Philadelphia 76ers are among the teams that have frequently been connected to the 41-year-old superstar.
The 76ers are expected to be one of the Eastern Conference favorites for the upcoming NBA season. They added Jaylen Brown to a core that already includes Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe, so signing James would further bolster their chances of winning their first NBA title since 1983.
The Philadelphia 76ers will be among those pitching James on joining their squad, but their argument got an assist from another prominent Philadelphia athlete.
Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley made his own pitch to James at a his youth football camp at Haddonfield High School in New Jersey.
"I think it is one of the greatest sports towns in the world," Barkley said when asked how he would pitch James on coming to Philadelphia, per NBC Sports Philadelphia. "I know [New York Knicks forward] Josh Hart said the opposite. I saw that today on Twitter. But I have to disagree with him. If you want to go out with a bang, I feel like a great spot would be in Philly, and bringing a championship to Philadelphia, you'd be remembered forever."
— NBC Sports Philadelphia (@NBCSPhilly) July 9, 2026
Barkley knows first-hand what it means to bring a championship to Philadelphia. He helped achieve that goal in his first season with the Eagles, becoming just the ninth running back in NFL history to eclipse 2,000 yards and helping power Philadelphia to a 40-22 Super Bowl 59 win over the Kansas City Chiefs.
As sweet as Barkley's championship with the Eagles was, Philadelphia only had a seven-year gap between their Super Bowl wins. By comparison, the 76ers faithful have waited more than four decades for another NBA title and the team hasn't appeared in the NBA finals since 2001.
James will have no shortage of interest as he prepares to change teams for the first time since he initially signed with the Lakers in 2018.
And that will include suitors from outside of the NBA, as a couple of NFL teams proved with social media posts following news of James' imminent departure.
The Jacksonville Jaguars wasted little time throwing their hat into the mix for James. Their social media team posted a meme suggesting their interest in the 22-time All-Star less than two hours after ESPN's Shams Charania first reported that James was leaving the Lakers.
Of course, the Jaguars and Packers were merely joking, as each knows James, 41, won't be switching sports at this point in his storied career.
That said, their posts provide a reminder that James was once considered a potential football star. James was an All-State receiver during his sophomore and junior seasons at St. Vincent-St. Mary's High School before switching his focus to basketball full-time.
James flirted with the idea of playing football at times, even after being selected No. 1 overall in the 2003 NBA Draft by the Cleveland Cavaliers. Notably, he received offers to work out for the Dallas Cowboys and Seattle Seahawks during the 2011 NFL lockout, as he told The Athletic in 2021.
"I always think about it," James said regarding a potential career in football.
James – who was 26 at the time of the lockout – also opined he would have made either team had he gone through with the tryouts, which he ultimately decided against.
"I would have tried out, but I would have made the team," James said. "One thing about it, I don't mind working for something, so if I would have had to try out for the Cowboys or the Seahawks, or if I'd have stayed home and went back home to Cleveland, I'd have tried (out), but I would have made the team. I just know what I'm capable of doing on the football field. Especially at that age."
James' potential as a football star will remain a great "what if," but there's little doubt he made the right decision playing in the NBA
On the latest episode of Yahoo Sports' "Football 301," host Nate Tice and guest Diante Lee of The Ringer set out to answer an offseason debate: which defenders are set to define the 2026 NFL season?
Tice and Lee drafted their top picks for a one-year, all-defensive draft, ranking their selections by a blend of advanced stats, positional value and the all-important "culture-setter" factor. Here's a recap of their consensus top-five defenders and some of the reasoning behind their choices.
These five defenders were highlighted not just for their raw production, but also their ability to transform schemes, elevate teammates, and serve as centerpieces for Super Bowl-caliber units. According to Tice and Lee, expect them to be the most influential defensive forces of the 2026 season.
1. Will Anderson Jr., Houston Texans, EDGE
For Lee, the top pick had to be Anderson, the Texans' superstar edge rusher. Lee praised Anderson's "explosion in sack production," pointing to his 12 sacks last season and his dominance as a run defender, which Lee argued was the best at his position league-wide.
Advanced stats back it up: Anderson posted a 97th percentile sack rate and an equally elite QB hit rate. His relentless style sets the tone for the Texans' defense, transforming what it means to play defensive end in Houston.
Tice followed up by selecting Garrett, now a key piece on the Rams. The panel described Garrett as "one of the true best players in football" and "one of the best players I've ever seen in my life"
Garrett's transition to L.A. is a potential game-changer, reminiscent of era-defining player moves like Randy Moss to the Patriots and Reggie White to the Packers . Garrett's ability to disrupt both run and pass sets him apart, and Lee suggested that L.A.'s infrastructure could unlock his very best season yet.
3. Micah Parsons, Green Bay Packers, EDGE
Lee emphasized Parsons' "transformational" traits, his perennial 2%+ sack rate and his ability to single-handedly elevate the run and pass defense. Parsons' on-off splits, where Green Bay's defense plummets in his absence, drive home just how rare his impact can be.
The consensus: if he's healthy, few defenders can change a game like Parsons.
Micah Parsons is no stranger to double teams. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images)
Justin Edmonds via Getty Images
4. Pat Surtain II, Denver Broncos, CB
Surtain is described as "one of the best corners I've ever watched" and "the prototype" at the position, thanks to a rare blend of size, speed, quickness and football IQ. Both hosts compared Surtain's effect to Darrelle Revis: eliminate half the field, force quarterbacks to look elsewhere and anchor any coverage shell.
5. Chris Jones, Kansas City Chiefs, DT
Rounding out the top five is Jones, a true game-wrecker. Lee couldn't leave Jones off his board, citing his penchant for taking over games, especially in critical moments like the second half vs. Indianapolis last year.
While Jones "picks and chooses his spots," when he's engaged, he's simply "unblockable." His presence fundamentally redefines what offenses are able to do, even if the box sheet doesn't always show a 10-tackle, 3-sack stat line.
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Garrett and James have spent years building a relationship rooted in their common ties to Cleveland. One brought the city their first championship in 52 years, the other became the face of the Browns.
Rams defensive end Myles Garrett talks to reporters at a press conference at the team’s practice facility on June 2026. Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Their connection eventually extended beyond admiration. Garrett joined Rich Paul’s Klutch Sports Group, and purchased a minority ownership stake in the Cavaliers franchise.
Garrett even trained alongside James during the offseason and leaned on him for advice when his frustrations with the Browns boiled over in the winter of 2025, ultimately leading to Garrett demanding a trade out of Cleveland.
LeBron even tweeted congratulating Garrett for breaking the NFL’s single-season sack record last season.
“He’s been a positive force in my life,” Garrett said during his introductory press conference at the Rams practice facility on Tuesday. “Giving me advice when he can. Always helping trying to work through different situations early on in my career.”
But then, unsolicited Garrett may have made his recruiting pitch to LeBron to return to the Lakers for next season.
LeBron James stands on the court in the closing minutes of the Lakers’ Game 4 home loss to the Thunder on May 11, 2026 in the second round of the NBA playoffs. AP
“We’ll see how long LBJ is around here,” Garrett said with a smile. “I’m not sure what his future looks like, but if he wants to stay around for a couple more years, I know they’ll accept him with open arms.”
LeBron’s future remains one of the NBA’s biggest unanswered questions. He is officially a free agent and soon will be able to sign with any team he chooses. He could also opt for retirement or run it back with the Lakers. All possibilities are on the table.
But Garrett’s message was clear as day. He waived his no-trade clause and came to L.A. to chase championships, and now that he’s in the same city as his longtime mentor, he would be happy to share the city’s sports spotlight with The King for a few more years.
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The rookie grace period is over. Now it’s time to see how the 2025 NFL Draft’s quarterback class performs as sophomores.
One this week’s episode of the “Football 301” podcast on Yahoo Sports, Nate Tice and Matt Harmon discuss the most notable QBs entering their second seasons and what fans should look for in 2026.
From No. 1 overall pick Cam Ward to fifth-round selection Shedeur Sanders, there’s a wide range in potential outcomes.
Cam Ward, Tennessee Titans
Both Tice and Harmon agreed that Ward’s rookie year stats didn’t stand out, but the surrounding situation was dire — rookie receivers, backup tight ends and an unstable coaching staff. Despite the lack of a single eye-popping stat, Ward showed encouraging traits: good pocket clock, a willingness to push the ball and creativity in his throws. With the addition of rookie first-round receiver Carnell Tate and slight improvements around him, expect Ward to take a noticeable second-year leap, likely shedding most lingering doubts about his viability as a starter, even if he doesn’t suddenly become elite.
Jaxson Dart, New York Giants
Dart impressed with his athleticism and toughness in a difficult situation last season, showing real flashes as a runner and creator. However, he takes too many hits and needs to develop passing consistency, especially over the middle and on in-structure plays. Tice compared him to a raw Russell Wilson or Justin Fields: high upside if he reins himself in, but there’s significant bust risk if he can’t grow his pocket operator skills. The new system under Greg Roman/Matt Nagy should emphasize his running, but big strides as a passer are still needed.
Tyler Shough, New Orleans Saints
Harmon and Tice both see Shough as the safest bet for Year 2 success. He showed poise, decisiveness and a good football IQ — albeit at 27 years old. He lacks the ceiling of Ward or Dart, but makes good decisions, gets the ball out quickly and fits well in the Saints’ improved offense. The main concern is his sack rate and ability to create under heavy pressure, but he projects as a top-16 to top-18 “steady hand” starter for this season.
Shedeur Sanders, Cleveland Browns
Sanders struggled statistically and on film, hampered by dreadful pass protection and inconsistent receivers in Cleveland. He’s neither a top athlete nor a power arm, and must play much faster and with more decisiveness. He projects best as a developmental backup — he showed enough to compete for a backup job, but unless he can overcome his processing and physical limitations, he’s unlikely to develop into a starting-caliber QB. Tice compared his statistical profile to Mitchell Trubisky.
After being seen cheering on the Cavaliers as they faced the Knicks, Travis Kelce is set to become a minority investor into his hometown Guardians, he told ESPN.
Kelce, 36, is famously a native of nearby Cleveland Heights, Ohio, and said he has “so much love for this city.”
Travis Kelce, a Cleveland Heights native, is seen throwing out the first pitch at a Guardians game. Getty Images
“I say it all the time: I’m just a kid from the Heights living the dream,” he said. “I credit every good thing in my life to Cleveland and being raised here with the values and the people and the work ethic. Cleveland Heights is such a diverse and dynamic place. Every friend, neighbor, teacher and teammate — they all made me the man I am today. It just fueled such a deep appreciation for life and community and service. That mentality of Cleveland against the world runs deep.
“I’ve been lucky enough to have a front-row seat to good ownership in my career, and I know the best teams prioritize culture,” he continued. “Everyone is there to play their role, and right now, I’m here to observe and learn and really to support the team and the city when and where I can.”
It’s not clear what percentage of the team Kelce will own, though the franchise is currently valued at $1.7 billion, according to Forbes.
The Chiefs’ tight end was a star baseball player in high school, and his latest investment will see him form an MLB rivalry with his good friend and teammate Patrick Mahomes.
Mahomes joined the ownership group of the Kansas City Royals in 2020, though he and Kelce also invested in the Alpine F1 team together.
Ever the dedicated Cleveland sports fan, Kelce and his girlfriend Taylor Swift sat courtside Saturday as the Cavs hosted the Knicks in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference finals.
Kelce and girlfriend Taylor Swift cheered on the Cleveland Cavaliers last weekend NBAE via Getty Images
However, his attempts to rile up the crowd with a beer chug were unsuccessful as the Knicks won Game 3 and ultimately swept the series.
Kelce is gearing up for his 14th season of NFL action after re-signing with Kansas City on a one-year deal in March.
He racked up 76 catches for 851 yards and five touchdowns last season as he still proved to be one of the league’s better tight ends.
When the Rams announced their list of undrafted free agents they agreed to terms with, one name should stick out to fans who also follow the NBA.
Darryl Peterson III.
Peterson is the older brother of standout NBA prospect Darryn Peterson, widely considered one of the top two players — alongside BYU’s AJ Dybantsa — available for the 2026 NBA draft.
According to NBA reporter Krysten Peek, the Darryl and Darryn Peterson will be the first pair of brothers to enter the NFL and NBA in the same year.Charles Wenzelberg/New York Post According to NBA reporter Krysten Peek, the Darryl and Darryn Peterson will be the first pair of brothers to enter the NFL and NBA in the same year.Getty Images
After an up-and-down season where Darryn’s character and work ethic were questioned due to random events while at Kansas, Darryn silenced many doubters with a stunning performance at the NBA draft combine this past week.
It was there where he spoke at length with Krysten Peek about his brother Darryl.
“A lot of people don’t know this, but my brother played football at Wisconsin. He’s a really good football player and he just got signed with the LA Rams. We grew up working and having the same dream, different sport and it’s just super cool to see him achieve his and me, hopefully next month, achieve mine. Shout out to our parents. We both worked super hard and they sacrificed so much for us to both chase our dreams. Without them it wouldn’t be possible.”
According to Peek, the duo will be the first pair of brothers to enter the NFL and NBA in the same year.
While Darryn’s NBA future most likely comes down to Washington or Utah, Darryl will be in Los Angeles trying to make the Rams’ team.
Darryl played in all 12 games for Wisconsin as a senior, registering a team-high 11.5 tackles for loss and 6.5 sacks. He was named honorable mention All-Big-10 as the Badgers finished 4-8 overall and 2-7 in conference play.
Another fun one from this piece…Darryn Peterson's older brother Darryl (former linebacker at Wisconsin) just signed with the LA Rams. Next month, the duo will be the first pair of brothers to enter the NFL and NBA in the same year. https://t.co/xWCSKhNUrxhttps://t.co/YZCxhVyvEn
The result likely left Dolphins fans feeling trepidation about how the 26-year-old quarterback would perform in his first season with the team.
Willis' first pitch attempt started well. The Liberty product demonstrated good form while standing on the mound at LoanDepot Park, showing a convincing wind-up and leg kick that left many expecting a strike.
Instead, Willis released the ball too early, causing his first pitch to come in high and well outside. It sailed all the way to the backstop, giving the catcher no shot at making the play.
Willis' first pitch was hardly the worst MLB fans have ever seen. Celebrities like 50 Cent, Stephen A. Smith and Mariah Carey have all endured significant difficulties delivering the ball to the plate, which has forever etched them into MLB lore.
Nonetheless, Willis' failure to deliver an accurate pitch was a surprise. Accuracy is a hallmark of the 26-year-old's skill set, as he completed 78.7% of his passes for 972 yards, six touchdowns and no interceptions across limited action with the Green Bay Packers the last two seasons.
Still, Dolphins fans shouldn't be too worried about Willis' first pitch. He's far from the only quarterback to have logged a less-than-stellar toss at an MLB game. Patrick Mahomes – whose father pitched for six teams across 11 MLB seasons – similarly launched one well over the catcher's head at a Texas Rangers game in 2016, when he was still playing at Texas Tech.
Mahomes proved to be excellent with the football in his hands. Willis and Mendoza will similarly look to throw much better as they try to make an instant impact for their new franchises.
Yahoo Sports’ “Football 301” podcast hosts Nate Tice and Matt Harmon dedicated a large segment of an episode this week discussing the key unanswered questions across the league following the 2026 NFL Draft. They emphasized that many teams still have significant uncertainties that will play out over the coming months.
There was agreement that no team in the league is perfect after the draft, with most contenders having at least one significant roster or schematic question mark.
Many teams are relying on internal growth, health and coaching adjustments to offset lingering holes as they prepare for training camp and the season ahead. The AFC, in particular, looks especially wide open due to these uncertainties.
Here’s a summary of the main questions they outlined for several prominent teams and units:
Kansas City Chiefs offense
Question: Is the Chiefs’ run game, offensive line, and return of Eric Bieniemy enough to mask the concerns at wide receiver?
The team is essentially running it back with Rashee Rice as WR1 and Xavier Worthy as WR2, both of whom are question marks.
Harmon specifically questioned whether this group of pass-catchers is enough to open up the passing game and keep defenses honest.
“… they kind of need like a big-body receiver, somebody to really win against press man coverage and be kind of that guy on late downs in contested catch situations,” Harmon said. “And to me, I think on paper they still don't really have that guy.”
Xavier Worthy (1) celebrates his touchdown with teammate Rashee Rice (4) in 2024's season opener. (Photo by David Eulitt/Getty Images)
David Eulitt via Getty Images
Buffalo Bills’ defensive front
Question: Did the Bills do enough on defense, especially along the line and at pass rusher, to contend with other top AFC teams?
While they added T.J. Parker and some veterans, there are still questions about having an “ace” edge rusher or closer for playoff games.
Tice noted concern that the team may be relying too much on Jim Leonhard’s coaching ability to “game up” pressure without having top-end talent.
“He has a defense that can do that,” Tice said. “But this is what's given the Bills issues in the past is that when it came to, you know, the elite games, the playoff games, the tight games, they didn't have that closer. That's why they signed Von Miller. Joey Bosa did a good job for them last year, but then Joey Bosa just had a horrid game in the playoffs against the Broncos and just making a bunch of mistakes, which has always been a little thing with Joey. But I don't think they really have that ace.”
Green Bay Packers seem stuck
Question: Do the Packers have a top-10 unit on either side of the ball after their offseason moves?
After a relatively quiet free agency and some key injuries, it’s unclear if either the offense or defense is elite, or if the roster is simply “stuck in the middle” while relying on internal development.
Harmon challenged whether enough improvement has happened for the Packers to stand out, especially with so many young players expected to take a big leap. The wide receiver room was condensed, which could help, although here were the results of the top guys last season:
Jacksonville Jaguars’ pass rush
Question: Did the Jags add enough legitimate pass rush heat beyond Josh Hines-Allen and Travon Walker?
Even after drafting a run stuffer and relying on creative coaching, Tice is unsure if there’s enough pure pass-rushing ability on early downs to threaten elite offenses. But there is faith in their coaching to find solutions.
“I would say that their defensive coordinator Anthony Campanelli does a great job of gaming stuff off,” Tice said. “He did. He really moved up in my play-caller rankings because of how good he was on third and fourth down. How good their game plans were every single week.”
Cincinnati Bengals’ defensive spine
Question: Did the Bengals' additions up front (Dexter Lawrence, Jonathan Allen, Boye Mafe) do enough to cover serious concerns at linebacker and safety, especially against tight ends over the middle?
Both hosts highlighted how the Bengals’ defense was exposed last season in these areas, and improvements depend on the aging yet expensive defensive line masking these back-seven weaknesses.
“That does worry me that you're kind of making the same bet with two aging defensive tackles,” Harmon said.
San Francisco 49ers’ high variance and injuries
Question: How will the 49ers fare with so many key veterans (George Kittle, Christian McCaffrey, Mike Evans) coming off injuries, and will a young receiver (De’Zhaun Stribling) step up if Brandon Aiyuk is moved?
Tice described the 49ers as a “super high variance team” that could look great if healthy but has major question marks at crucial positions, putting their 10.5 win total over/under in doubt.
“[Head coach] Kyle Shanahan does really go after guys that are intelligent like in smart players,” Tice said. “That's why his guys don't really make a lot of mistakes and even though he asked a lot of them. So Stribling is going to get a lot of run. That's a lot to put on a second-round rookie wide receiver. Especially if you have aspirations.”
Russell Wilson is still looking to join a team for the 2026 NFL season, but in the meantime, he landed a temporary baseball gig.
Wilson suited up for the Savannah Bananas – a barnstorming exhibition baseball team akin to the Harlem Globetrotters – for their April 26 game against the Party Animals at Yankee Stadium.
Wilson came to bat in the bottom of the fifth inning, drawing applause from the sold-out crowd on hand at Yankee Stadium. The 37-year-old quarterback managed to make contact, but the bat broke when he did so.
The result? Wilson hit a weak bouncer to first base. He tried to leg it out, but the first baseman, Jason Swan, fielded it between his legs and flipped it to the pitcher, Jake Lialios, to end the inning with a trick play.
Russell Wilson (@DangeRussWilson) joined the Savannah Bananas in front of 40,000 fans in Yankee Stadium, and ended up hitting into a trick play 👇 pic.twitter.com/QS4fWFKXIT
The 2026 NFL season is months away, but it won't be long before the league's players return to the field for their respective franchises.
The NFL announced the dates on April 4 for its offseason workout program for 2026. All but one of the league's 32 teams will open their facilities to players in April. The lone exception is the Denver Broncos, who aren't starting their offseason program until May 4 after making a run to the AFC championship game.
The 10 NFL teams who have hired a new coach for the 2026 season will be allowed to open their offseason programs earlier than the rest of the league. Nine of those 10 teams will start on April 7 while the Baltimore Ravens will be the earliest starter with the first day of their program set for April 6.
Those 10 teams will also have the option to host a voluntary minicamp a couple of weeks after their offseason program commences.
Here's a full look at the NFL's offseason workout program dates for 2026, including the first day each camp will be open as well as the dates for each team's OTAs and mandatory minicamps.
NFL offseason workout program dates 2026
Arizona Cardinals
First day: April 7
Voluntary Minicamp: April 21-23
OTA Offseason Workouts: May 18-19; May 21; May 26-27; May 29; June 1-2; June 4
Mandatory Minicamp: June 8-10
Atlanta Falcons
First day: April 7
Voluntary Minicamp: April 21-23
OTA Offseason Workouts: May 18-19; May 21; May 26-27; May 29; June 8-9; June 11
Mandatory Minicamp: June 16-18
Baltimore Ravens
First day: April 6
Voluntary Minicamp: April 20-22
OTA Offseason Workouts: May 18-19; May 21; May 26-28; June 1-2; June 4
Mandatory Minicamp: June 9-11
Buffalo Bills
First day: April 7
Voluntary Minicamp: April 20-22
OTA Offseason Workouts: May 18-19; May 21; May 26-28; June 1-4
Mandatory Minicamp: June 9-11
Carolina Panthers
First day: April 20
OTA Offseason Workouts: May 26-27; May 29; June 1-2; June 4
Mandatory Minicamp: June 9-11
Chicago Bears
First day: April 20
OTA Offseason Workouts: May 27-29; June 2-4
Mandatory Minicamp: June 9-11
Cincinnati Bengals
First day: April 20
OTA Offseason Workouts: June 1-3; June 9-11
Mandatory Minicamp: June 16-18
Cleveland Browns
First day: April 7
Voluntary Minicamp: April 21-23
OTA Offseason Workouts: May 19-21; May 26-28; June 2-5
Mandatory Minicamp: June 9-11
Dallas Cowboys
First day: April 20
OTA Offseason Workouts: June 1-2; June 4; June 8-9; June 11
Mandatory Minicamp: June 16-18
Denver Broncos
First day: May 4
OTA Offseason Workouts: June 2-4; June 8-11
Mandatory Minicamp: June 16-17
Detroit Lions
First day: April 20
OTA Offseason Workouts: May 27-29; June 2-4; June 9-11
Mandatory Minicamp: June 16-17
Green Bay Packers
First day: April 20
OTA Offseason Workouts: May 26-27; May 29; June 1-2; June 4; June 15-16; June 18
Mandatory Minicamp: June 9-11
Houston Texans
First day: April 20
OTA Offseason Workouts: May 27-29; June 1-2; June 4
Mandatory Minicamp: June 9-11
Indianapolis Colts
First day: April 21
OTA Offseason Workouts: May 26-27; May 29; June 1-2; June 4
Mandatory Minicamp: June 9-11
Jacksonville Jaguars
First day: April 20
OTA Offseason Workouts: May 26; May 28-29; June 1-2; June 4; June 15-17
Mandatory Minicamp: June 9-11
Kansas City Chiefs
First day: April 20
OTA Offseason Workouts: May 26-28; June 1-3
Mandatory Minicamp: June 9-11
Las Vegas Raiders
First day: April 7
Voluntary Minicamp: April 20-22
OTA Offseason Workouts: May 18; May 20-21; May 26; May 28-29; June 1-4
Mandatory Minicamp: June 6-11
Los Angeles Chargers
First day: April 20
OTA Offseason Workouts: May 26-27; May 29; June 2-4; June 8-11
Mandatory Minicamp: June 16-18
Los Angeles Rams
First day: April 20
OTA Offseason Workouts: May 26-28; June 1-2; June 4; June 8-9; June 11
Mandatory Minicamp: June 15-16
Miami Dolphins
First day: April 7
Voluntary Minicamp: April 21-23
OTA Offseason Workouts: May 18-19; May 21; May 26-27; May 29; June 8-9; June 11
Mandatory Minicamp: June 2-4
Minnesota Vikings
First day: April 20
OTA Offseason Workouts: May 26-27; May 29; June 1-2; June 4; June 15-18
Mandatory Minicamp: June 9-11
New England Patriots
First day: April 20
OTA Offseason Workouts: May 27; May 29; June 1-2; June 4; June 8-9; June 11
Mandatory Minicamp: June 15-17
New Orleans Saints
First day: April 20
OTA Offseason Workouts: May 27-28; June 1; June 3-4; June 8; June 10-11
Mandatory Minicamp: June 16-17
New York Giants
First day: April 7
Voluntary Minicamp: April 21-23
OTA Offseason Workouts: May 19-21; May 27-29; June 1-4
Mandatory Minicamp: June 8-10
New York Jets
First day: April 20
OTA Offseason Workouts: May 27-29; June 1-2; June 4; June 8-11
Mandatory Minicamp: June 16-18
Philadelphia Eagles
First day: April 20
OTA Offseason Workouts: May 27-29; June 1-2; June 4; June 8-11
Mandatory Minicamp: June 16-18
Pittsburgh Steelers
First day: April 7
Voluntary Minicamp: April 20-22
OTA Offseason Workouts: May 18; May 20-21; May 26; May 28-29; June 8-9; June 11-12
Mandatory Minicamp: June 2-4
San Francisco 49ers
First day: April 20
OTA Offseason Workouts: May 27-29; June 1; June 3-4
Mandatory Minicamp: June 9-10
Seattle Seahawks
First day: April 20
OTA Offseason Workouts: May 26; May 28-29; June 1; June 3-4
Mandatory Minicamp: June 9-11
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
First day: April 20
OTA Offseason Workouts: May 26-28; June 2-4; June 9-11
Mandatory Minicamp: June 16-18
Tennessee Titans
First day: April 7
Voluntary Minicamp: April 21-23
OTA Offseason Workouts: May 18-19; May 21; May 26-27; May 29; June 8-9; June 11-12
Mandatory Minicamp: June 16-17
Washington Commanders
First day: April 20
OTA Offseason Workouts: May 27-29; June 2-4; June 9-11
