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Rams coach Sean McVay said Saturday that Mumpfield is "one of the guys that has really shined" during training camp.

McVay was similarly pleased in April when the Rams drafted Mumpfield in the seventh round, saying on video that the Pittsburgh product was easily the best wideout left on the board. A key role early in the season is unlikely with Tutu Atwell and Jordan Whittington competing for the No. 3 job, but Mumpfield at least appears on track for a roster spot. Mumpfield was a four-year starter at Akron and Pittsburgh, finishing each season in the ranges of 44 to 63 receptions and 551 to 813 receiving yards, before his draft stock took a hit at the 2025 Combine when he ran a 4.59 40 at 5-foot-11, 186 pounds.

McLeod is considered week-to-week with a lower-body injury, Demetrius Harvey of The Florida Times-Union reports.

McLeod sustained a lower-body injury at practice this week, which could sideline him for Saturday's preseason opener against the Steelers. The rookie linebacker will likely have to set his sights on making his debut Aug. 17 versus the Saints.

Johnson suffered a broken fibula during practice Saturday, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

Johnson has an initial diagnosis, but he is set to undergo further imaging to determine if there is any additional damage, Tashan Reed of The Athletic reports. If there is no additional damage, Johnson could return late in the season. Either way, he faces a lengthy absence.

Jackson (leg) was forced to leave practice early Sunday with a leg injury, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.

Jackson was selected in the seventh round of the 2025 NFL Draft, and he is expected to compete for the backup strong safety role behind starter Brian Branch. Jackson will have a handful of days to return to action prior to Friday's preseason matchup with the Falcons. The rookie already made a positive impression, recording six total tackles (four solo) in Thursday's 34-7 loss to the Chargers.

Anderson (undisclosed) is dealing with an injury that is more than "day-to-day," Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

Anderson slipped at practice Saturday and appeared to pull something in his lower body. He was competing for a swing tackle role along the Pittsburgh offensive line, but Dylan Cook could ultimately overtake him as a result of this injury.

Blount was absent from practice Saturday due to illness, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Blount presumably won't be sidelined long with the issue, though there hasn't been any official word from the team. He's been a special teams contributor with the Cardinals for the last two seasons, and he's likely to retain a similar role in 2025.

Barron did not practice Saturday due to a leg injury, Calvin Watkins of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Barron was spotted with a sleeve on his leg, though the severity of the issue remains unclear. He is competing for a depth role among the Cowboys' linebacker corps after joining the team as an undrafted free agent in 2025.

Smith (knee) returned to practice Saturday, Calvin Watkins of The Dallas Morning News reports.

The Cowboys have gotten plenty of bad injury news along their offensive line to start training camp, but Smith avoided serious injury after exiting Thursday's practice. Dallas could continue to monitor his reps during camp, but his outlook for the regular season appears to be on track.

Cupp signed with the Ravens on Saturday, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic reports.

Cupp was waived by Kansas City earlier in the offseason and appeared in one game with the team in 2024. He's a longshot to make the roster in Baltimore, but he will provide the team with some practice depth while Isaiah Likely (foot) remains sidelined.

Saldiveri (knee) was placed on injured reserve Saturday, Mike Triplett of NewOrleans.Football reports.

Saldivari suffered the injury Friday, so the official diagnosis didn't take long. The Saints signed Shane Lemieux to replace Saldiveri as depth along their offensive line.