NFL — 2026-07-20#
Watch First#
The single video most worth your time is NBC’s Chris Simms dropping actual textual evidence that Aaron Donald might unretire and rejoin the Rams. Simms read a text directly from the legendary defensive tackle who admitted “Honestly I don’t know yet” when asked if he is returning for another ring chase. Will Aaron Donald really unretire and play for the Rams? | Chris Simms Unbuttoned | NFL on NBC
Highlights by Theme#
Draft & Prospects#
We don’t have traditional mock draft talk today, but we do have a massive draft scandal in Arizona and a rookie QB deep-dive. On Florio: ‘NFL has inside information scandal’ | Pro Football Talk | NFL on NBC, Mike Florio covers the Cardinals’ Director of College Scouting, Ryan Gold, being suspended for allegedly nailing a $25 parlay on the team’s first five draft picks to win over $700,000. Meanwhile, the crew on Importance of Skattebo on the Giants’ offense + Jayden Daniels using VR for his training 👀| NFL Live broke down how rookie Jayden Daniels is utilizing virtual reality technology to speed up his processing. The hope is that the VR reps will help Daniels keep his eyes downfield and reduce his staggering 16% scramble rate from last season.
Free Agency & Trades#
The receiver carousel is spinning out of control this summer. In Brandon Aiyuk continues to call out 49ers on social media | Chris Simms Unbuttoned | NFL on NBC, Chris Simms torched Aiyuk for his recent social media antics, pointing out that Aiyuk is likely alienating potential trade partners like the Commanders by jawing at fans and Jayden Daniels. Out in Philly, the fallout of A.J. Brown’s departure continues to dominate the discourse; a quick hit on 😳😳😳 points out that the pressure is now squarely on Jalen Hurts to carry the Eagles’ offense without his top weapon. And looming over the entire league is the potential return of Aaron Donald; analysts across networks heavily debated whether Donald rejoining a loaded Rams squad would instantly make them the Super Bowl favorites over the rest of the field.
Game Analysis & Strategy#
Over on “Let’s put a smile on that face” - Jaylen Waddle to Broncos fans (probably) 🃏 | GMFB #broncos #nfl, the panel previewed Jaylen Waddle transitioning into Sean Payton’s coveted “Joker” role for the Broncos, a gadget mismatch position traditionally reserved for running backs like Alvin Kamara and Darren Sproles. On the Giants side, ESPN analysts expect New York to live in heavy 21 personnel this season, utilizing physical, overachieving running back Cam Skattebo alongside newly-added fullback Patrick Ricard to pound the rock while Malik Nabers recovers from a knee injury. Finally, Jared Goff stopped by the NFL Network in Jared Goff calls Amon-Ra St. Brown the best WR in the NFL | The Insiders to demand more respect for Amon-Ra St. Brown, calling him the undisputed best all-around wide receiver in the NFL.
League News & Culture#
The business of football is front and center as the Seahawks are officially being sold to Vinod Khosla for a staggering $9.612 billion following an intense bidding war. In Green Bay Packers ownership change ‘could happen’ - Mike Florio | Pro Football Talk | NFL on NBC, Mike Florio floats the wild idea that the Packers might eventually need to dissolve their public ownership structure and sell to a private billionaire just to keep up with the league’s exploding financial arms race. Lastly, on NFLPA starts coordinated campaign for grass fields after World Cup | Pro Football Talk | NFL on NBC, the NFLPA is using the momentum of the recent World Cup to launch a coordinated shame campaign against owners who still employ artificial turf, starting with the new ownership regime in Seattle.
League Pulse#
The dog days of summer are completely defined by the drama of shifting superstars. Between Brandon Aiyuk’s messy public negotiations, the massive void left by A.J. Brown in Philadelphia, and the tantalizing prospect of Aaron Donald coming out of retirement, the league’s balance of power feels remarkably fragile just weeks ahead of training camp.