Micah Parsons

• Packers DE Micah Parsons has an L4/L5 facet joint sprain in his back. (NFLTR)

• Parson reportedly may take an epidural injection before their season opener to help him play if needed.

Matthew Stafford

• Rams HC Sean McVay expects QB Matthew Stafford to start Week 1. (NFLTR)

• Stafford has been dealing with a herniated disc in his back this offseason, including getting an epidural and some other interventions. 

Quinshon Judkins

• Browns second-round RB Quinshon Judkins remains unsigned amidst contract debates and potential discipline from the NFL.

• Rumors have surfaced that the rookie could look to return to college football. However, Judkins is reportedly not considering a return to college. (NFLTR)

Buzz:

• Chiefs CB Trent McDuffie expected to start season without extension. (NFLTR)

• The Patriots shopped S Jabrill Peppers before releasing him, as the team planned to start Jaylinn Hawkins and rookie Craig Woodson instead of Peppers and Kyle Dugger. (NFLTR)

• Cowboys DT Kenny Clark said he was shocked by the trade from Green Bay but feels “wanted” in Dallas and wants to win a Super Bowl with the Cowboys. (NFLTR)

• Titans WR Calvin Ridley said his suspension and playing through injuries made him "mentally stronger" and taught him tools to handle adversity. (NFLTR)

• Panthers HC Dave Canales said the team traded WR Adam Thielen to create more opportunities for younger receivers. (NFLTR)

• Lions GM Brad Holmes admitted cutting former third-rounders Hendon Hooker and Brodric Martin was a miss, but said they’ll still take chances on developmental players if it’s the right situation. (NFLTR)

• New Packers DE Micah Parsons said being traded from Dallas was “the hardest four months of my life,” but he’s ready to embrace expectations in Green Bay. (NFLTR)

• Chiefs HC Andy Reid expects WR Hollywood Brown to be ready despite missing the preseason, citing his veteran experience. (NFLTR)

Tryouts:

• Lions Host CB Tre Avery For Visit

• Saints Worked Out Eight Players Monday

• Broncos Worked Out Four Players

• Cardinals Worked Out Six Defensive Players

Transactions:

• Bengals Signing DT Mike Pennel

• Steelers Sign RB Jaylen Warren To Two-Year Extension

• Jets Made Three PS Moves

• Raiders Announce Four PS Moves