NFL Training Camps Wind Down League-Wide Ahead of Preseason
Daily reports from Rams, Broncos, Chiefs, Jaguars, Cowboys, Falcons and other camps detail position battles as teams near preseason Week 1.
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In the first two weeks of August 2026, NFL teams across the league wrapped up or continued training camp practices, with beat outlets publishing daily observations on roster battles, standout rookies and depth-chart shifts. The most detailed reporting came from the Los Angeles Rams, where backup quarterback Stetson Bennett solidified his role over rookie Ty Simpson and rookie receiver CJ Daniels pushed into the WR3 conversation, while other franchises including the Broncos, Chiefs, Jaguars, Colts, Cowboys, Falcons, Giants, Vikings, Steelers and Lions released their own camp updates as preseason approaches.
- NFL teams across the league — Rams, Broncos, Chiefs, Jaguars, Colts, Cowboys, Falcons, Giants, Vikings, Steelers, Ravens, Lions — were finishing or continuing training camp in the first two weeks of August 2026 ahead of preseason.
- The Rams' backup quarterback competition effectively resolved in favor of Stetson Bennett over rookie Ty Simpson, who received the bulk of first-team reps when Matthew Stafford rested.
- Rookie wide receiver CJ Daniels drew notice for consistent performance and for being mentored by veteran Davante Adams, positioning him for a role in the WR3 rotation.
- Running back Blake Corum and tight end Terrance Ferguson were identified as candidates for expanded roles in the Rams' 2026 offense.
How it unfolded
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Report Chiefs, Ravens and others issue weekend camp reports
Outlets covering the Chiefs (including a report of 'tempers flaring' late in the week) and Ravens published Sunday camp updates as more teams approached preseason Week 1.
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Report Broncos, Jaguars, Colts, Cowboys post Day 8-10 camp notes
Multiple team-focused outlets published observations from that day's practices, including the Broncos' Day 8 scrimmage, Jaguars' practice No. 10, Colts' 9th practice and Cowboys' practice #8.
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Report Giants site touts team resilience through road camp
A New York Post piece described the Giants as having 'withstood' coach John Harbaugh's demanding road training camp, with players saying they improved.
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Event Rams conclude training camp in Woodland Hills
The Los Angeles Rams finished training camp after a shaky Wednesday practice, returning to their facility to prepare for the regular season.
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Analysis Bennett locks down Rams backup QB job over Simpson
Coverage of Rams camp concluded that Stetson Bennett, not rookie Ty Simpson, took nearly all backup reps behind Matthew Stafford throughout camp.
“When you look at Stetson, you can see he carries a certain type of aura and swag when he enters the field.”
Blake Corum · Mastodon ↗ -
Analysis Rookie CJ Daniels emerges as WR3 candidate
Rookie receiver CJ Daniels drew praise for consistency and for absorbing coaching from veteran Davante Adams during camp.
“We talked about a couple of small things. I saw a lot of good stuff from him during the offseason program and he came back and did exactly those things.”
Davante Adams · Mastodon ↗ -
Analysis Corum and Ferguson tipped for expanded roles
Reports flagged running back Blake Corum and tight end Terrance Ferguson as players positioned for bigger roles in the Rams offense in 2026.
“He's just getting more and more comfortable. He's so conscientious. He does a great job of understanding what we're trying to get done.”
Sean McVay · Mastodon ↗
What people are saying verbatim
“When you look at Stetson, you can see he carries a certain type of aura and swag when he enters the field. He's not scared to cut it loose. He goes out there with utmost confidence and his form is beautiful.”
Blake Corum, Rams running back · rawchili.com (NFL channel) ↗ · Aug 8
“We talked about a couple of small things. I saw a lot of good stuff from him during the offseason program and he came back and did exactly those things.”
Davante Adams, Rams wide receiver · rawchili.com (NFL channel) ↗ · Aug 8
“He's just getting more and more comfortable. He's so conscientious. He does a great job of understanding what we're trying to get done.”
Sean McVay, Rams head coach · rawchili.com (NFL channel) ↗ · Aug 8
“Improved tremendously”
Giants player/staff (unspecified), quoted in headline · New York Post · Aug 7
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Ya disponibles las ruedas de prensa posteriores a las últimas 2 prácticas. 07/08 • Andy Reid • Garrett Nussmeier • Felix Anudike-Uzomah • R Mason Thomas https:// chiefsesp.es/07-08-2026-dia-13 -training-camp/ 08/08 • Dave Toub • Patrick Mahomes • Jack Cochrane • Emmett Johnson https:// chiefsesp.es/08-08-2026-dia-14 -training-camp/
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What happened on Sunday at Packers training camp? A lot, including some big injury news and lineup changes. Here is everything you need to know about the closed-to-the-public practice. ⬇️ https://www. si.com/nfl/packers/onsi/what-h appened-at-practice-9-of-packers-training-camp-key-injury-updates
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Here is your Sunday training camp report for the Ravens https://www. espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/494345 67/baltimore-ravens-training-camp-2026-intel-updates
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What happened in week one of Georgia preseason camp https:// x.com/i/broadcasts/1DGleVEYXNR JL
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