NFL team in the AFC East, Miami metro area
The Falcons have locked in Kyle Pitts on a groundbreaking three-year deal, worth $36 million guaranteed, making him one of the highest-paid tight ends in NFL history. The contract follows the signing of Drake London and signals a push to stabilize the offense for the upcoming season.
Former Titans star Chris Johnson has revealed he has ALS, diagnosed in 2025. He says he chose to fight, using a speech device, and is sharing his journey publicly. The announcement comes after his successful NFL career, including a 2,006-yard season in 2009.
The Miami Dolphins have secured linebacker Jordyn Brooks to a three-year, $51.3 million contract extension, keeping him in Miami as part of a core group that includes De eVon Achane and Aaron Brewer. Brooks led the NFL in tackles last season and earned All-Pro honors, reinforcing Miami’s rebuilding efforts under new GM Jon-Eric Sullivan.
The Packers tackle Bako-Bewele has begun the process to change his surname to Bako-Bewele to reflect his Nigerian ancestry; he has worn the new name on his jersey and is aiming to complete the required legal steps while recovering from a tendon injury.
Laremy Tunsil has sustained a torn triceps in practice and is undergoing surgery, forcing the Commanders to pivot at left tackle. Brandon Coleman is set to fill in, with the team evaluating options ahead of the season opener. The injury ends Tunsil’s run as Washington’s top blind-side protector.
College football is contending with a wave of lawsuits and conference rules as new NCAA five-year eligibility rules collide with court orders. Schools are barring players returning from professional stints and lawsuits are reshaping rosters ahead of Week 1. The landscape is changing as conferences push uniform restrictions.
Castellanos has committed to Texas Tech after Brendan Sorsby’s gambling-related exit. Will Hammond is slated as the starter; Castellanos could back him up as Tech opens against Abilene Christian. Castellanos has thrown for 6,449 yards and 48 TDs in 38 college games.
Josh Jacobs has been placed on the NFL commissioner’s exempt list as investigations into his May incident continue. The Packers are keeping him on payroll and hope for a return; meanwhile, Seattle signs Terrion Arnold but places him on exempt as eight felony charges loom. The league will decide on playing status as details emerge.