Arch Manning

• Texas QB Arch Manning is one of the most sought-after quarterback prospects in the country, but he's heading into his first season as a starter, where he also will be draft eligible after the year. 

• Archie Manning said Arch is unlikely to declare for the 2026 NFL Draft. (NFLTR)

Rashawn Slater

• Chargers LT Rashawn Slater suffered a torn Patellar tendon and will undergo surgery. (NFLTR)

• Slater will be placed on season-ending injury reserve.

Cameron Heyward

• Steelers DT Cameron Heyward is seeking a restructured contract for the season. (NFLTR)

• The two sides have addressed these desires privately, but there has not been any progress on a reworked deal.

Buzz:

• Colts QB Anthony Richardson dislocated his finger in practice. (NFLTR)

• Ravens CB Bilhal Kone tore his ACL and MCL and will miss the entire 2025 season. (NFLTR)

• Texans S Jimmie Ward has been arrested again. (NFLTR)

• Texans S C.J. Gardner-Johnson did not tear his ACL as initially feared. (NFLTR)

• Bills worked out two kickers as they evaluate depth at the position. (NFLTR)

• 49ers RB Jordan James (fifth round) will miss a few weeks due to injury. (NFLTR)

• Steelers K Chris Boswell is seeking an updated contract. (NFLTR)

• Bills WR Khalil Shakir is on track to return by Week 1 from an ankle sprain. (NFLTR)

• Dolphins HC Mike McDaniel said TE Darren Waller may return from PUP in about a week. (NFLTR)

• Bengals DC Al Golden said it’s “time” for DE Myles Murphy to produce; DL coach Jerry Montgomery said it’s his job to unlock Murphy’s potential. (NFLTR)

• Packers QB Jordan Love plans to run more in 2025; coaches want to use his mobility. (NFLTR)

• Jaguars GM James Gladstone said WR/CB Travis Hunter was worth the massive trade-up due to his rare two-way impact and unmatched conditioning. (NFLTR)

• Buccaneers signed QB Teddy Bridgewater to add veteran experience behind Baker Mayfield, with HC Todd Bowles confident he can mentor the younger QBs. (NFLTR)

• Broncos HC Sean Payton defended QB Bo Nix, calling him a future superstar and criticizing pre-draft groupthink that labeled Nix a reach. (NFLTR)

• Rams QB Matthew Stafford is being eased back from a back issue, though there’s no long-term concern. (NFLTR)

Transactions:

• 49ers Release CB Eli Apple

• Cardinals Re-Signing G Will Hernandez To One-Year Deal

• Lions Place CB Ennis Rakestraw On IR

• Steelers Made Four Moves Thursday

• Chiefs Activate DB Kristian Fulton From PUP List

• Full list: NFL Transactions: Thursday 8/7