https://macworks.dev/tags/contract-extensions/Recent content in Contract Extensions on MacWorksHugoenhttps://macworks.dev/docs/archives/nfl_news/nfl-news-2026-05-11/Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000https://macworks.dev/docs/archives/nfl_news/nfl-news-2026-05-11/<h1 id="nfl-news--2026-05-11">NFL News — 2026-05-11<a class="anchor" href="#nfl-news--2026-05-11">#</a></h1> <h2 id="read-first">Read First<a class="anchor" href="#read-first">#</a></h2> <p>The NFL is gearing up for the 2026 schedule release on May 14, which has already confirmed massive primetime matchups including a Thanksgiving showdown between the Cowboys and Eagles. Meanwhile, the Minnesota Vikings celebrated a franchise icon today, surprising legendary running back Adrian Peterson with the news that he will be inducted into the team&rsquo;s Ring of Honor in 2026.</p> <h2 id="highlights-by-theme">Highlights by Theme<a class="anchor" href="#highlights-by-theme">#</a></h2> <h3 id="draft--prospects">Draft &amp; Prospects<a class="anchor" href="#draft--prospects">#</a></h3> <p>Rookie minicamps are wrapping up across the league, offering first looks at the 2026 draft class. In New England, first-round offensive tackle Caleb Lomu is drawing rave reviews for his athleticism, with his former college coach shutting down rumors that he can&rsquo;t transition to right tackle to protect Drake Maye. <a href="https://www.jaguars.com/news/wrapping-jaguars-2026-rookie-minicamp-we-got-two-really-good-ones">Wrapping Jaguars 2026 Rookie Minicamp: &ldquo;We Got Two Really Good Ones…&rdquo;</a> highlights Jacksonville&rsquo;s unique draft strategy of selecting two tight ends to give head coach Liam Coen the flexibility to run heavy 12- and 13-personnel packages. In Arizona, <a href="https://www.azcardinals.com/news/as-work-with-veterans-begins-chase-bisontis-knows-competition-is-in-his-blood">second-round pick Chase Bisontis</a> is bringing a physical edge and a massive chip on his shoulder to a competitive Cardinals offensive line room. The Giants also got promising early returns from their rookie class under new head coach John Harbaugh, with linebacker Arvell Reese impressing with his mental processing and cornerback Colton Hood snagging a two-minute drill interception.</p>https://macworks.dev/docs/week/nfl_news/Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000https://macworks.dev/docs/week/nfl_news/<h1 id="nfl-news--week-of-2026-05-07-to-2026-05-15">NFL News — Week of 2026-05-07 to 2026-05-15<a class="anchor" href="#nfl-news--week-of-2026-05-07-to-2026-05-15">#</a></h1> <h2 id="read-first">Read First<a class="anchor" href="#read-first">#</a></h2> <p>The release of the sprawling 2026 NFL schedule officially overshadowed minicamps this week, unveiling an unprecedented nine international games across four continents and new streaming-exclusive holiday windows. This massive logistical overhaul forces front offices and coaching staffs to immediately begin strategizing around grueling travel demands, such as the Cowboys&rsquo; 13,000-mile early-season stretch and the Rams&rsquo; heavy island-game schedule.</p> <h2 id="week-in-review">Week in Review<a class="anchor" href="#week-in-review">#</a></h2> <p>The week kicked off with a heavy focus on rookie minicamps, where coaching staffs finally got live looks at their 2026 draft classes and began churning the bottom of their 90-man rosters through tryouts. However, the narrative rapidly shifted to the league&rsquo;s scheduling and broadcasting ambitions, as the confirmation of games in Paris, Madrid, and Melbourne, alongside a new Netflix Christmas slate, set the stage for a wildly complex 18-week gauntlet.</p>