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Richardson is in a competition for the backup quarterback role in Indianapolis ahead of the 2026 campaign, JJ Stankevitz of the Colts' official site reports.

Richardson is competing with second-year pro Riley Leonard for the No. 2 role behind starter Daniel Jones. Richardson and Leonard are reportedly "neck and neck right now," according to offensive coordinator Jim Bob Cooter. Both quarterbacks are expected to continue to rotate reps between the second- and third-team offenses, and GM Chris Ballard said Tuesday that it is his intent to carry Jones, Richardson and Leonard on the Colts' roster when it is cut to 53 players on Aug. 30.

Fields had an impressive practice Thursday, making difficult throws into tight coverage, according to Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site.

The bigger story, of course, is that QB Patrick Mahomes (knee) is already participating in 11-on-11 drills. With Mahomes on track for the Week 1 start, Fields figures to spend most of his time with the second-string offense this summer.

Jones (undisclosed) has passed his conditioning test and is cleared for participation in training camp, Vic Tafur and Matt Barrows of The Athletic report.

Jones was able to throw at George Kittle's (Achilles) Tight End University last week. The backup quarterback started eight regular-season games for the 49ers last year and will remain a key depth piece for the organization going into the 2026 season.

Bennett continues to work ahead of Ty Simpson, Cameron DaSilva of USA Today Rams Wire reports.

The Rams surprisingly drafted Simpson 13th overall in the 2026 NFL Draft. It's likely just a matter of time until Simpson surpasses Bennett as Matthew Stafford's primary backup, but Bennett's edge in experience has the 2023 fourth-round pick ahead of the rookie first-rounder for now. Bennett has been taking second-team reps and working with the first team whenever Stafford takes a breather.

Mayfield said Thursday that he felt "disrespected a little bit" during contract negotiations with the Buccaneers this summer, ESPN.com's Jenna Laine reports.

Mayfield wanted to get a deal done before training camp but apparently never came close. He did suggest his agent could remain in contact with the team while Mayfield turns his attention to the practice field and his teammates. "If you've waited this long to take care of your franchise quarterback, that's too bad," said Mayfield. "Because it's only going to get worse from here. I'm going to have a really big year."

Trusbisky (tightness) returned to practice Thursday, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.

Trubisky had been considered day-to-day due to general tightness, but the veteran backup has recovered from that issue. He's competing against Will Levis for the second spot on the quarterback depth chart behind 2025 first overall pick Cam Ward.

Sanders is taking first-team reps at Thursday's practice, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Deshaun Watson took all the first-team reps Wednesday, while Thursday marks Sanders' turn to work with the starters as the Browns evaluate their quarterbacks in training camp. A regular-season starter between Watson or Sanders is unlikely to be determined until after both players have had a chance to make their case in game action during the preseason.

Tagovailoa (back) is doing individual drills at Thursday's practice, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.

Dealing with a tight back at the start of training camp, Tagovailoa could have some limitations early on. His ability to practice Thursday, even in a limited capacity, suggests this isn't something the Falcons are overly concerned about. Tagovailoa's broader injury history, including repeated concussion issues, nonetheless means that there will be extra focus on any problems that arise this summer.

Rudolph is set to receive a fair share of the quarterback reps during training camp, Mike DeFabo of The Athletic reports.

Rudolph received reps in the two-minute drill Tuesday, outperforming starter Aaron Rodgers and gaining an opportunity that Will Howard and Drew Allar did not have. The 31-year-old veteran quarterback continues to separate as the clear No. 2, and with Rodgers already declaring 2026 his retirement season, it is reasonable to assume that Rudolph could see some regular-season action.

Watson took all the first-team QB reps during Wednesday's practice, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN reports.

Prior to the session, coach Todd Monken said the Browns will continue to split first-team signal caller reps between Watson -- who Oyefusi indicated struggled at times Wednesday -- and Shedeur Sanders in practice, with Mary Kay Cabot noting that Sanders will likely take reps with the first team Thursday. For now, Monken has declined to disclose a timetable for naming Cleveland's Week 1 starter, so this is a job battle that could linger well into the preseason.