2026 NFL minicamp live updates: Brian Thomas starring for Jaguars

The 2026 NFL season begins in less than three months, but first, teams are continuing with their offseason workout programs.

This week, 17 NFL teams kick into high gear with their three-day minicamps, and then 12 teams will practice the week of June 15. Two teams -- the Miami Dolphins and Pittsburgh Steelers -- held their mandatory minicamps last week. TheSan Francisco 49erscanceled their minicamp.

Then, after a monthlong break, all 32 training camps will begin in late July.

During the three weeks of minicamps, ESPN's NFL reporters will be on the ground to provide updated information onposition battles, notable appearances from rookies and new players, compelling quotes from coaches and players, and updates on injuries and holdout situations.

We will have updates every day of camp to keep you informed on all the latest. Here's what you need to know from across the league, including depth charts for all 32 teams:

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Top NFL news of the week

--Browns QB1 decision at end of minicamp unlikely, Monken says

--Sources: Bengals restructure Burrow's deal, free up cap space

--Ravens' Campbell says 2026 season, his 19th, likely last

--Murray: More reps would help ease transition to Vikings

--Rams' Jackson arrested on domestic violence charge

--Jaguars RB Rodriguez (foot) expected for training camp

--Longtime Browns guard Bitonio retires after 12 seasons

Week 2: What our NFL Nation reporters saw

Las Vegas Raiders

Quarterback Kirk Cousins took the backseat during the team period on Wednesday, while Fernando Mendoza and Aidan O'Connell received a ton of reps. Both quarterbacks played with and against a mixture of first- and second-team players.
Mendoza and O'Connell were inconsistent overall. Mendoza was less efficient than he was on Tuesday and he would've been sacked twice by edge rusher Malcolm Koonceand defensive lineman JJ Pegues. On the other hand, O'Connell had a deep pass to wide receiver Phillip Dorsett II intercepted by rookie safety Dalton Johnson. O'Connell's attempt was underthrown, allowing Johnson to make a play on the ball.

The play of the day came from veteran kicker Matt Gay, who kicked a 56-yard field goal after O'Connell connected with second-year wide receiver Jack Bech during a late-game situations drill to set up the kick. -- Ryan McFadden (June 10)

Jacksonville Jaguars

Receiver Brian Thomas Jr. was the Jaguars' most impressive player throughout organized team activities and has continued that through the first two mandatory minicamp practices. Thomas had arguably the play of the day on Wednesday when he hauled in a deep pass down the right sideline over cornerback Jarrian Jones, securing the catch while going to the ground. It's early, but Thomas looks like he could be headed for a bounce-back season after battling ankle and shoulder injuries in 2025.

"I know there was standards which he wanted to improve upon and so the fact that he's just come out here and worked his ass off, having a great attitude, after every play communicating with either myself or Trevor [Lawrence] or [receivers coach Edgar Bennett] or [offensive coordinator] Grant [Udinski] and then making the plays like that is something you cannot simulate in practice," Jacksonville coach Liam Coen said. "The confidence of the connection and chemistry that they're building is real."

Thomas caught 48 passes for 707 yards and two touchdowns in 2025, a significant dip from a rookie season in which he caught 87 passes for 1,282 yards and 10 touchdowns.-- Michael DiRocco (June 10)

New York Giants

The Giants came out to practice for their final day of minicamp in T-shirts, and many players wore sneakers. Their workout consisted of one hour and 10 minutes of what coach John Harbaugh called a "mental sweat." Essentially, it was a walk-through on the last day of school. The Giants are now off for seven weeks until they report to training camp in West Virginia in late July.

They're on the road for training camp because their practice facility will be under construction this summer while the World Cup (including the final) takes place across the parking lot. As the Giants turn their attention to training camp, the only real injury to watch is Malik Nabers. Abdul Carter (ankle) was on the field Wednesday after suffering a minor sprain earlier in the week.

But at least Nabers appears on the right path. Harbaugh said he's "doing great" and made some real progress in the past few weeks. All eyes on him for Week 1.-- Jordan Raanan (June 10)

Houston Texans

Texans' first-round pick Keylan Rutledge got some reps at left guard with the first-team offensive line group during two-minute team drills. It was one of the few times the former Georgia Tech standout ran with the starting group. Throughout OTAs and the first day of minicamp, Rutledge has mainly worked with the second-team offense at center. So the Texans are cross-training him in preparation to play either center or guard. Their second-round pick Kayden McDonald has run with the second-team defense as the former Ohio State defensive tackle is getting acclimated to coach DeMeco Ryans' system. Even though the Texans' first two draft picks are slotted with the second team, Rutledge and McDonald will have every opportunity to become starters during training camp.

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The Texans did a lot of walk-through team drills with the hopes of becoming a "smarter" team according to Ryans. The Houston culture is set so Ryans feels it's better to use OTAs and minicamp to develop the mental aspect of Houston instead of focusing too much on competition. -- D.J. Bien-Aime (June 10)

Seattle Seahawks

Jaxon Smith-Njigba and the Seahawks will be presented with their Super Bowl LX rings during a ceremony Thursday evening. The star receiver recently received another memento when the NFL sent him a new trophy for winning last season's AP Offensive Player of the Year. It corrected a pair of typos on the initial version, which Smith-Njigba called "disrespectful" at the time.

"I had the whole team read it, make sure it was right," he said Tuesday, noting his appreciation. "It's good."

The award came after Smith-Njigba led the league in receiving and made his second straight Pro Bowl (his first on the initial ballot). Then came the Super Bowl win, followed by a four-year, $168.6 million extension that made him the NFL's highest-paid receiver.

He was recently included on Time magazine's list of the 100 most influential people in sports in 2026.

With all that he has accomplished over the past year, what keeps him motivated?

"Really the process, honestly," he said. "When I said last year, process over results, that's something that we live by and it's something that I want to perfect and grow as a player and as a person. The offseason is great ... to just, for me, learn [and] grow as a person and a player. There is a lot of work to be done, so just understanding that and reaching for that goal is something that keeps me on track and motivated."

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Every player was accounted for during the Seahawks' first practice of mandatory minicamp save for those who are believed to be dealing with injuries. Right guard Anthony Bradford was back after going down because of a leg injury during an OTA last week, then sitting out the following day's practice. -- Brady Henderson (June 9)

Kansas City Chiefs

Cornerback L'Jarius Sneed made his return to the Chiefs' training facility Tuesday, as he was able to watch his teammates' open mandatory minicamp practice from the sideline after signing a one-year deal worth up to $5 million. With the addition of Sneed, a six-year veteran, the Chiefs' depth and competition at the position should be the fiercest on the roster during the team's training camp.

Sneed is joining a group that already features rookie Mansoor Delane(the Chiefs' top draft pick), Nohl Williams, Kristian Fulton, Chris Roland-Wallace, Kaiir Elam, Kader Kohou and rookie Jadon Canady. At this point, longtime coordinator Steve Spagnuolo doesn't know exactly who his top three players are, especially since the Chiefs use their nickel and dime personnel often.

During Tuesday's practice, the best cornerback was Williams, the second-year player who had a nice pass breakup while covering receiver Xavier Worthy. Later on, in a 7-on-7 period inside the red zone, Williams made a leaping interception in the back of the end zone whenPatrick Mahomestried to target Worthy.

"You know, I would be lying if [I said] they don't expect a lot from me, but I'm ready for it," Williams said of Spagnuolo and the rest of the coaching staff. "I'm going to keep preparing still, in the offseason and going into training camp, so [I've] just got to keep preparing." -- Nate Taylor (June 9)

Arizona Cardinals

Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett was in attendance for Tuesday's minicamp practice but did not participate.

He went through the team's stretching lines while wearing sweatpants and a jersey, and when the team broke into drills, Brissett stood on the sideline and watched. He sat out all of Arizona's voluntary offseason program until this week in hopes of a reworked contract for the 2026 season.

By reporting to minicamp, Brissett avoided a cumulative fine of about $108,000 if hewere to missall three days.

Also reporting to camp but not practicing Tuesday was pass rusher Josh Sweat, who was not not dealing with an injury and, according to coach Mike LaFleur, would have practiced if he could. -- Josh Weinfuss (June 9)

Baltimore Ravens

With the Ravens' top two wide receivers not practicing at Tuesday's minicamp, rookie fourth-round pick Elijah Sarratt made the catch of the spring, pulling in a contested grab deep downfield. While rolling to his right, quarterback Lamar Jackson launched a pass 45 yards toward the right sideline. Despite being blanketed by cornerback Marquise Robinson, Sarratt came down with the ball.

Sarratt received more snaps with the first team because Zay Flowers and Rashod Bateman didn't practice for undisclosed reasons. Both are expected to be ready for training camp at the end of July.

After practice, coach Jesse Minter said he thought there would there will be "major opportunities" for at least Sarratt or rookie third-round pick Ja'Kobi Lane at wide receiver this season. Baltimore doesn't have proven depth behind Flowers and Bateman.

"They're both really competitive," Minter said. "They're both really athletic. They both catch the ball really well. They've both proven to me to be really detailed for young guys, and I'm very excited about the potential of both of those guys." -- Jamison Hensley (June 9)

Minnesota Vikings

Right tackle Brian O'Neill was in uniform Tuesday and participating in the first day of minicamp as he waits for the Vikings to address his contract, which expires after this season. He had previously been an observer during voluntary OTAs, but players are subject to mandatory fines if they skip minicamp.

O'Neill, who turns 31 in September, is set to earn $19.5 million this season with a salary cap number of $23.1 million for 2026, after which he would be eligible for free agency. A starter since the Vikings made him a second-round pick in 2018, O'Neill has made two Pro Bowl appearances and has been a key leader throughout his previous eight seasons with the team.

His leadership has been particularly valued since coach Kevin O'Connell arrived in 2022. But contracts for premium right tackles are expensive, and the Vikings only recently ended a four-month period led by interim general manager Rob Brzezinski. Though there is every indication that the team wants to keep O'Neill for the duration of his career, the decision will ultimately sit with newly hired general manager Nolan Teasley. -- Kevin Seifert (June 9)

Buffalo Bills

Quarterback Josh Allen says his time off this summer between the end of minicamp and the start of training camp will be focused on similar areas to years past, but that the birth of his daughter has added a new element to his time management.

After the first day of mandatory minicamp, which the Bills held inside because of the threat of thunderstorms, Allen said the roughly six weeks he'll have off will be spent with a similar approach to what he has done in the past.

"A little bit more time on the body, working out and just trying to continue to home in on the mechanics." Allen said. "I feel like I'm in a good spot right now and can still be better.

But the ninth-year QB said he'll figure out how to balance his new routine as he goes.

"Obviously having a baby now, sticking around the house a little bit more, trying to balance being a dad and going out there and getting my work done, too," he said.-- Alaina Getzenberg (June 9)

Carolina Panthers

Coach Dave Canales, 45, wore a Band-Aid on his nose Tuesday at minicamp, later revealing that he recently underwent a procedure to remove a small spot of basal cell carcinoma. Canales said that two months ago a routine skin cancer screening performed by the team identified some areas of concern on his nose. -- Associated Press (June 9)

Philadelphia Eagles

Running back Saquon Barkley has never been shy about who he ranks as the No. 1 player on the Eagles: right tackle Lane Johnson.

"I think he's the best player in the NFL, definitely the best player on our team," he told ESPN this offseason.

It's big news that Johnson is at minicamp readying for his 14th NFL season. Johnson was sidelined down the stretch of last season because of a Lisfranc injury. He pondered retirement this offseason before deciding he "didn't want to go out on that note."

Johnson on Tuesday called the departure of longtime offensive line coach and mentor Jeff Stoutland "a shocking ordeal" for him. But he expressed excitement about the new offensive scheme under Sean Mannion. "Hopefully our offense won't be as stagnant as it was last year, we'll be able to evolve some," he said. Johnson also has respect for the new O-line coach, Chris Kuper.

Johnson says he believes the new offense will stretch the field and put more stress on the defense while helping with blocking angles. The mixture of injuries and a level of predictability led to the front having a rare down year in 2025. The 36-year-old Johnson has always played on an island in pass protection but will have more guard help in this system.

"Very excited," Johnson said.-- Tim McManus (June 9)

New England Patriots

Wide receiver A.J. Brown's presence as a tight-window option for quarterback Drake Maye was evident on the third play of full-team drills Tuesday.

The Patriots were working in the red zone and cornerback Kindle Vildor had tight coverage on Brown at the 5-yard line. Maye threw it anyway, and Brown (6-foot-1, 226 pounds) bodied out Vildor (5-11, 190) to make a tough play look rather routine.

"You all see what I see -- all the 50-50 balls are really 100-to-zero with him," fellow receiver Kayshon Boutte said. "Big-bodied receiver who can win any matchup on the field." -- Mike Reiss (June 9)

Chicago Bears

The Bears' defense stole the show on Day 1 of mandatory minicamp.

Cornerback Jaylon Johnson came away with two interceptions, including one during the two-minute drill, and registered a pass breakup while defending wide receiver Luther Burden III. Johnson said it would take an entire offseason to feel back to normal after having surgery on his core muscle in September, before returning in Week 13, but appears to be progressing well.

Defensive end Montez Sweat was present for mandatory minicamp and quickly made his presence known by generating a quick pressure off the right edge during 11-on-11 and chasing quarterback Caleb Williams down to the opposite sideline.

While cornerback Tyrique Stevenson and linebacker D'Marco Jackson left practice early because of injury, the Bears got a positive dose of injury news in the form of defensive endDayo Odeyingbo and linebackerT.J. Edwards getting reps during team periods for the first time this spring. Nickel corner Kyler Gordon still remains sidelined because of a soft tissue injury while rehabbing at Halas Hall. -- Courtney Cronin (June 9)

Indianapolis Colts

Jonathan Taylor's last contract negotiations with the Colts were quite memorable, with the player and team engaged in a weekslong standoff that included a trade demand. But the sides made amends and Taylor has gone on to dominate the NFL in the past two seasons. Could the Colts be headed for another go-round with Taylor? He said Wednesday that he'd like to sign another deal before the 2026 season, which is the final year of his current contract.

"I've already expressed I want to be a Colt for life, even throughout the [season]," Taylor said. "So, hopefully they feel the same."

Taylor led the NFL in carries last season and is expected to get another heavy workload this fall. He is coming off two huge seasons, averaging 1,508 rushing yards in 2024-25. Now 27, he still hasn't shown signs of slowing down, a major concern with running backs who take a lot of punishment.

"I'm big on recovery," Taylor said. "And it starts immediately after the game."-- Stephen Holder (June 10)

Cleveland Browns

Browns defensive tackle Mason Graham was not practicing on the first day of mandatory minicamp and was seen wearing a walking boot on his right foot. Graham was one of several starters who did not practice or were held out of team drills, along with cornerback Denzel Ward, safety Grant Delpit, tight end Harold Fannin Jr. and defensive tackle Maliek Collins.

After practice, coach Todd Monken said he would not comment on the nature of injuries but didn't believe anyone would not be ready for training camp in late July, besides Collins, who is rehabbing a season-ending quad injury. -- Daniel Oyefusi (June 9)

Green Bay Packers

A week after Micah Parsons spent several minutes hyping up Lukas Van Ness as a potential breakout player this season, the fourth-year pro showed why on the opening day of minicamp. On the first two plays of 11-on-11, Van Ness came up with a tackle for loss and a pressure on quarterback Jordan Love. That was just the start.

In all, he finished with three pressures and what would have been a sack when he beat projected starting left tackle Jordan Morgan around the edge. "I believe in him," Parsons said last week. "I think sometimes he looks into y'all and that gets to him, but I think he can be as great as he wants to be."

Van Ness, the No. 13 pick in the 2023 draft who has dealt with injuries and a lack of production early in his career, said: "I'm just having a lot of fun and you saw a little bit of that today." -- Rob Demovsky (June 9)

Week 1: Dolphins, Steelers end minicamps

Miami Dolphins

For the first time in an open practice this spring, the Dolphins ran red zone drills on the final day of mandatory minicamp Thursday. The results were a mixed bag, but quarterbackMalik Willis did throw a pair of touchdown passes to Theo Wease Jr and Malik Washington.
Quarterbacks don't typically scramble during team drills, but coach Jeff Hafley said Willis' running ability is a dynamic that will stress opposing defenses, and he wants the quarterback to incorporate that element at practice. Willis' legs will likely be a weapon in the red zone come the regular season, but he hasn't run much during spring practices.

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• Defensive tackleZach Sieler continued to work on the side after suffering an undisclosed but "minor" injury earlier this week. Wide receiverCaleb Douglas also did not practice after he was injured during Wednesday's session.


• Hafley said Jamaree Salyer's injury won't keep him sidelined long-term, but the guard did not practice Thursday and could possibly miss the team's final week of OTAs next week, as well.


• Running backDe'Von Achane still did not participate in team drills as he rehabs from offseason shoulder surgery, but did partake in walk-throughs at the beginning of Thursday's practice. -- Marcel Louis-Jacques (June 4)

Pittsburgh Steelers

Veteran pass rusher Alex Highsmith wasn't at the second day of the Steelers' mandatory minicamp. It appears to be unrelated to fellow outside linebacker Nick Herbig agreeing to a $100 million, four-year extension the day before. Steelers spokesperson Burt Lauten said that Highsmith, who has two years left on an extension signed in 2023, missed practice because he was dealing with an illness. Highsmith and Herbig are two of the Steelers' three highly compensated pass rushers.

Factoring in T.J. Watt's contract, the Steelers now have the second-highest-paid group of edge rushers by average annual value at $84 million AAV, behind only the Houston Texans ($96 million AAV).

"Oh, we're deep," Watt said Wednesday. "Obviously not just our room but the defensive front as a whole is really deep, and we really care about each other, too. That's the cool thing about this group is we're constantly trying to help each other out. We don't care who makes the plays. We just want to be as successful as we possibly can. We want to work together and just continue to grow, and we're really happy with how things have started this summer." -- Brooke Pryor (June 3)

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