Asante Samuel Jr. Underwent Neck Surgery, Visited With Saints

CommandersRookie RB Jacory Croskey-Merritt, a seventh-round pick, is gaining valuable insights from veteran teammates Brian Robinson Jr., Austin Ekeler, and Jeremy McNichols, while impressing RBs coach Anthony Lynn with his work ethic and growth during training camp.CowboysTE Jake Ferguson is excited for the upcoming season, highlighting the positive energy under HC Brian Schottenheimer and his developing chemistry with QB Dak Prescott, especially with the addition of WR George Pickens boosting their offensive weapons.GiantsTo ensure depth at the tackle position, the Giants signed James Hudson and drafted Marcus Mbow, as GM Joe Schoen acknowledges the need for a contingency plan should LT Andrew Thomas miss more games due to past injuries. Need More Context? 🔎

In 1973, the NFL standardized player jersey numbers by position, prohibiting the use of 0 and 00, which had been worn by 19 players. Following a rule change in 2021 allowing number 0 for most positions except offensive and defensive linemen, various players, such as Roquan Smith and Will Johnson, are set to wear it in the upcoming season. Need More Context? 🔎

The New England Patriots are signing defensive tackle David Olajiga, who will join the team as an international player exemption. Olajiga, 27, was previously with the Rams but has yet to play in an NFL game, having originally signed as an undrafted free agent from Central Missouri in 2024. Need More Context? 🔎