NFL Player News
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Roschon Johnson RB | CHI
Bears' Roschon Johnson: Headed for specialized role?
Kyle Monangai got most of the second-team carries at Tuesday's practice, with Johnson then coming in at the goal line, Mark Carman of CHGO Bears and WGN Radio reports.
It could be a sign that new head coach Ben Johnson views Johnson as something of a specialist -- someone who can handle goal-line carries or passing-down snaps but isn't desirable as a ball carrier in most situations. That's mostly how (Roschon) Johnson was used during his first two NFL seasons, but there was some thought he could take on a larger role after Chicago's backfield was exempt from the sweeping changes made to the offense this offseason. It seems Monangai is making a push to become the No. 2 ball carrier behind incumbent starter D'Andre Swift.
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Kyle Monangai RB | CHI
Bears' Kyle Monangai: Working with second-stringers
Monangai dominated second-team work at Tuesday's practice, Mark Carman of CHGO Bears and WGN Radio reports.
The rookie seventh-round pick reportedly took nearly all of the carries with the second unit until Roschon Johnson came in at the goal line. D'Andre Swift, meanwhile, seems to have a firm hold on the bulk of first-team snaps, although his mediocre showing last season could open the door for another RB if he doesn't improve under new head coach Ben Johnson, who has complimented Monangai a few times in recent weeks. At the very least, Monangai appears on track for a roster spot and a shot at change-of-pace carries, making him a viable late-round target in fantasy drafts.
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Tyrone Tracy Jr. RB | NYG
Giants' Tyrone Tracy: Atop first unofficial depth chart
Tracy is listed as the No. 1 running back on New York's first unofficial depth chart, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Tracy is unsurprisingly listed as New York's starter, while Devin Singletary and rookie Cam Skattebo (hamstring) occupy the No. 2 and No. 3 spots, respectively. Art Stapleton of NorthJersey.com reports that Tracy has displayed improved decisiveness in camp entering Year 2, an encouraging development given that the 2024 fifth-round pick's impressive rookie season nonetheless left room for growth (especially in terms of ball security and work as a receiver). Improvements will be necessary for Tracy to retain an unquestioned grip on a full-time starting workload, though he remains the clear favorite to open Week 1 in such a role. Skattebo had begun gathering steam early in camp before picking up a soft-tissue injury, with coach Brian Daboll calling the rookie fourth-rounder day-to-day over the weekend.
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James Cook RB | BUF
Bills' James Cook: No practice again
Cook (contract) won't practice Wednesday, Matt Parrino of The Syracuse Post-Standard reports.
The hold-in extends to a third straight practice, with Cook showing up to the team facility but refraining from on-field activities for what he's called "business" reasons. He's entering the final year of his rookie contract and seeking an extension after finishing the 2024 regular season with 18 touchdowns in 16 games. Cook took part in June minicamp and the first week-plus of training camp, seemingly without limitations.
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Kye Robichaux RB | DET
Lions' Kye Robichaux: Reverting to IR
Robichaux (undisclosed) reverted to Detroit's injured reserve list Tuesday, per the NFL's transaction log.
Robichaux was waived with an injury designation Monday, and now that he's cleared waivers, he's going to injured reserve. He figures to sit out the entire 2025 season unless he can work out an injury settlement with the Lions.
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JaMycal Hasty RB | NE
Patriots' JaMycal Hasty: Signs with New England
The Patriots signed Hasty on Tuesday, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Hasty spent last season in New England, appearing in 15 regular-season contests. He rushed 20 times for 69 scoreless yards, averaging a subpar 3.5 yards per carry. Hasty will try to push Antonio Gibson, Lan Larison and Terrell Jennings for a job behind Rhamondre Stevenson and TreVeyon Henderson.
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Kenneth Walker III RB | SEA
Seahawks' Kenneth Walker: Back at practice Tuesday
Walker (foot) returned to practice Tuesday, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.
Walker appears to be practicing without restrictions Tuesday after he missed Seattle's prior three training camp sessions due to foot soreness. There are no indications that the issue is related to the ankle injury that cut his 2024 campaign short. Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports that Zach Charbonnet has impressed coach Mike Macdonald and new offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak throughout training camp, leading to speculation that he could cut into Walker's workload this season. That said, Walker's toughness and athleticism figure to make him an ideal fit for Kubiak's prioritization of zone rushes, as long as he manages to stay healthy.
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Derrick Henry RB | BAL
Ravens' Derrick Henry: Not playing Thursday
Henry and other key starters won't play in Thursday's preseason opener against the Colts, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com reports.
Henry didn't play at all last preseason and probably won't make an appearance this year. He's stayed healthy through the offseason program and the first two weeks of training camp, after signing a two-year, $30 million extension in May.
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Alvin Kamara RB | NO
Saints' Alvin Kamara: Won't play Sunday
Saints coach Kellen Moore said Tuesday that Kamara will not suit up for Sunday's preseason opener against the Chargers, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.
Kamara has enjoyed a clean bill of health in training camp, but it's no surprise to see New Orleans take a cautious approach to his preseason participations. Moore said the rest of the team's running backs will suit up versus Los Angeles, so the preseason opener could shed some light on the pecking order behind Kamara. Rookie sixth-rounder Devin Neal (hamstring) seems likely to sit out, but Kendre Miller, Cam Akers and Clyde Edwards-Helaire could get chances to flash.
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Kyren Williams RB | LAR
Rams' Kyren Williams: Agrees to three-year extension
Williams and the Rams agreed to terms Tuesday on a three-year, $33 million contract extension, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Williams had been heading into the final year of his rookie contract, but the 2022 fifth-round pick is now locked in through 2028, with $23 million of the deal guaranteed. Coming off back-to-back campaigns with more than 1,000 rushing yards, Williams remains atop the backfield depth chart and has proven to be a tremendous fit for coach Sean McVay's offense, with that workhorse role translating into 31 total touchdowns across the last two years. With his contract situation resolved, Williams is one of the safest RB options available in the early rounds of fantasy drafts, due to his chances of leading the league in carries.