BV 07/08/2026 - 1

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	McVay: Donald 'looked outstanding' in workout	Aaron Donald hasn't played in the NFL since 2023 but you'd never know it according to Sean McVay. The Los Angeles Rams coach was thoroughly impressed this week during the the 10-time Pro Bowler's workout, claiming he "looked outstanding," according to ESPN's Sarah Barshop.
	Former Steelers HC Mike Tomlin makes strong first impression as NBC analyst	After spending 19 years on the Pittsburgh Steelers sidelines as the team's head coach, Mike Tomlin officially began the next portion of his career on Thursday night.
	Jaguars Sign LB Jahlani Tavai	Jahlani Tavai has found a new home. The veteran linebacker has signed with the Jaguars, according to Ryan O’Halloran of The Florida Times-Union. To make room on the roster, the team waived LB Jared Bartlett with an injury designation.
	Bijan Robinson, Jonathan Taylor, Jahmyr Gibbs deals continue to show that elite RBs are good values	The pendulum swung too far on devaluing running backs, and some NFL teams figured that out in time to make smart investments. The NFL went crazy paying wide receivers top dollar, and left running backs behind. That seems to be changing, at least at the top of the running back tier.
	Lions Sign RB Jahmyr Gibbs To Three-Year, $67.5M Extension	According to Adam Schefter, the Lions and RB Jahmyr Gibbs have shaken hands on a new three-year extension worth $67.5 million.
	Buccaneers Would Consider 2027 Franchise Tag For Baker Mayfield	Baker Mayfield has expressed disappointment he will play out a contract year — on a deal that has become team-friendly — this season. The Buccaneers did not meet the quarterback’s self-imposed negotiating deadline, and after the sides broke off talks once training camp started, the team is in familiar territory.
	Cole Hutson reaches agreement with NCAA to rejoin Texas roster	As the Texas Longhorns wrapped up the second practice of preseason camp, news broke that offensive lineman Cole Hutson reached an agreement with the NCAA to secure a fifth season of eligibility and resume his college football career on the Forty Acres, a process that will begin on Friday.