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The Los Angeles Chargers have signed defensive lineman Kyle Peko and safety Marcus Williams to their practice squad while releasing wide receiver Luke Grimm and running back Nyheim Hines. Williams, a former second-round pick, previously played for the Ravens, where he recorded 33 tackles in 2024 before being released. Want More Context? 🔎

NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reports that the Pittsburgh Steelers are signing former Washington Commanders safety Darrick Forrest to their practice squad. The 26-year-old Forrest, a fifth-round pick in the 2021 NFL Draft, played 10 games for the Commanders in 2024, recording 13 total tackles, after brief stints with the Bills and Colts earlier this year. Want More Context? 🔎

The New Orleans Saints will start second-round quarterback Tyler Shough in Week 9 against the Rams, replacing Spencer Rattler after an underwhelming 1-7 start. Shough, the 40th overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, previously played at Oregon and Texas Tech, and has completed 17 of 23 passes for 12 yards and an interception in two games this season. Want More Context? 🔎