Christian McCaffrey’s “Tightness” Sparks Speculation About Contract Hold-In

8 minutes ago

Christian McCaffrey’s “Tightness” Sparks Speculation About Contract Hold-In

Christian McCaffrey has missed roughly a week of 49ers practices because of reported “tightness,” but some around the league believe there could be more to the situation. McCaffrey is set to earn $12.5 million in non-guaranteed salary in 2026, while Bijan Robinson and Jahmyr Gibbs recently raised the running back market. After leading the NFL with 413 touches last season, McCaffrey could be seeking a contract adjustment.

By Sauvik Banerjee

Other articles from NFL

Breece Hall Suffers Groin Injury at Jets Practice

15 minutes ago

Breece Hall Suffers Groin Injury at Jets Practice

New York Jets running back Breece Hall left Monday’s practice with trainers after suffering an apparent midsection injury. Head coach Aaron Glenn later said Hall has a strained groin and that the initial belief is that the injury is not serious, though he will undergo further testing. Hall recently signed a three-year, $43.5 million extension and is expected to be a major part of the Jets’ offense.

By Sauvik Banerjee

Atlanta Falcons Waive Layden Robinson and Matthew Hayball

21 minutes ago

Atlanta Falcons Waive Layden Robinson and Matthew Hayball

Atlanta Falcons waive Layden Robinson and Matthew Hayball. Atlanta made the roster moves Sunday, releasing Robinson from its offensive line depth and Hayball from his international player spot. Robinson previously spent time with the Patriots and Raiders before joining the Falcons, while Australian punter Hayball signed with Atlanta after a minicamp tryout under the NFL's international player designation.

By Samnur Reza

James Cook Cracks NFL Top 20 After League-Leading 2025 Rushing Season

23 minutes ago

James Cook Cracks NFL Top 20 After League-Leading 2025 Rushing Season

Cook ranked No. 20 in the NFL’s Top 100 Players, as voted on by his peers, following a dominant 2025 campaign. He led the NFL with 1,621 rushing yards and added 291 receiving yards for 1,912 yards from scrimmage, the sixth-most in Bills history. Cook was the fifth running back ranked and finished ahead of Saquon Barkley, Josh Jacobs and De’Von Achane.

By Samnur Reza

Bucs Get LT Tristan Wirfs Back at Practice After Hamstring Injury

about 2 hours ago

Bucs Get LT Tristan Wirfs Back at Practice After Hamstring Injury

Wirfs returned to practice in full pads after missing Tampa Bay’s practices throughout camp with a hamstring injury suffered during a conditioning test. The two-time All-Pro had previously worked only on the side. Backup quarterback Jake Browning also returned after missing the preseason opener with a back injury suffered in practice last week.

By Samnur Reza

Dolphins Activate WR Chris Bell Off Non-Football Injury List

about 2 hours ago

Dolphins Activate WR Chris Bell Off Non-Football Injury List

Miami activated Bell from the non-football injury list after the rookie wide receiver spent the start of training camp sidelined, per Adam Schefter. The third-round pick suffered a torn ACL during his final season at Louisville, where he recorded 72 catches for 917 yards and six touchdowns in 2025 before Miami selected him 94th overall in the draft.

By Samnur Reza

Never miss an update! Download our app now.