NFL News — 2026-07-04#
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The overwhelming outpouring of support for legendary Titans running back Chris Johnson following his ALS diagnosis leads the league’s news cycle today, casting a sobering shadow over the typical July lull. Fans and the Tennessee organization are rallying around the iconic “CJ2K” while sharing heartfelt memories of his electrifying career and franchise-altering speed.
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The Houston Texans aggressively addressed a significant weakness on their offensive line—which ranked an abysmal 22nd in rushing last year—by selecting Georgia Tech’s Keylan Rutledge in the first round to play guard, detailed in Steelers 2026 opponent preview: Houston Texans. Houston also added immense depth in the second round by grabbing massive Ohio State defensive tackle Kayden McDonald and speedy Michigan tight end Marlin Klein. In Tennessee, Titans rookie running back Nick Singleton is already impressing the staff with his quickness after returning from injury, though he faces an uphill battle for snaps behind Tony Pollard and Tyjae Spears, according to the Fourth of July Mailbag: Jim Wyatt Answers Questions From Titans Fans.