NFL Daily Update – August 18
Fresh signings, workouts, injuries, and preseason analysis — verified across NFL.com, ESPN, CBS Sports, Fox Sports, PFT, PFR, PFF, and VSiN.
Transactions & Signings
Keenan Allen Signs With Colts
The Indianapolis Colts agreed to a 1‑year, $8.32 million deal with veteran WR Keenan Allen, reuniting him with HC Shane Steichen. Allen, 34, ranks 13th all‑time with 1,055 receptions and fills depth after the Michael Pittman Jr. trade. Sources: Pro Football Rumors, Fox Sports, NFL.com, PFT (profootballtalk.nbcsports.com in Bing)
Bears Add DE Marcus Davenport
Chicago signed former Saints first‑rounder Marcus Davenport to bolster its pass rush under DC Dennis Allen, who coached him in New Orleans. Sources: Pro Football Rumors, CBS Sports
Aaron Donald Completes Third Rams Workout
Aaron Donald held his third official workout with the Rams (July 13, Aug 5, Aug 17). HC Sean McVay remains “hopeful” for a decision soon; Donald could join Myles Garrett on a top‑ranked defensive line. Sources: Pro Football Rumors, NFL.com, PFT (profootballtalk.nbcsports.com in Bing)
George Kittle Trending Toward Week 1 Return
49ers TE George Kittle says he has “a chance” to play in the Week 1 Melbourne opener vs. Rams. Running at full speed; expects to be in pads soon. Sources: Pro Football Rumors, NFL.com
Commanders Sign LB Krys Barnes
Washington added Krys Barnes on a 1‑year deal and hosted DL workouts with Jonathan Harris and Maurice Hurst Jr. Sources: Pro Football Rumors, PFT (profootballtalk.nbcsports.com in Bing)
Dolphins Activate WR Chris Bell
Miami activated Chris Bell from the NFI list after ACL recovery. Source: Pro Football Rumors
Patriots Sign G Greg Van Roten
New England signed veteran guard Greg Van Roten (age 36) to a 1‑year deal for interior depth after Ben Brown’s injury. Sources: Pro Football Rumors, PFT (profootballtalk.nbcsports.com in Bing)
Falcons Host Za’Darius Smith
Atlanta hosted Za’Darius Smith for a workout; also on Browns’ radar under former coach Kevin Stefanski. Source: Pro Football Rumors
Injuries & Health
Saints WR Jordyn Tyson — Out ≈ 2 Months
Hamstring injury sidelines rookie WR Jordyn Tyson; IR designation possible. Impacts QB Tyler Shough’s rookie campaign and OROY odds. Sources: Pro Football Rumors, Fox Sports, CBS Sports, NFL.com
Giants WR Malik Nabers Returns to Full‑Speed Drills
Recovering from ACL surgery, Malik Nabers said his “soul came back to life” after rejoining team drills. Sources: NFL.com, CBS Sports
Jets RB Breece Hall — Groin Strain
Minor groin strain; HC Aaron Glenn says it’s “not a big deal.” Sources: PFT (profootballtalk.nbcsports.com in Bing), Fox Sports
Vikings LB Jamal Adams — Torn Quad Tendon
Season‑ending injury confirmed; Adams remains around the team for rehab support. Sources: PFT (profootballtalk.nbcsports.com in Bing), Fox Sports
Bears RB Kyle Monangai — Hyperextended Knee
MRI confirmed hyperextension; may miss Week 1. Sources: PFT (profootballtalk.nbcsports.com in Bing), NFL.com
Cardinals RB Jeremiyah Love — High Ankle Sprain (Analysis)
Updated workload and fantasy risk analysis following his injury. Sources: CBS Sports, Fox Sports, PFF
Chargers WR Jameson Williams — Shoulder
Out of practice; monitoring status. Source: PFT (profootballtalk.nbcsports.com in Bing)
CMC Active at 49ers Practice
Christian McCaffrey not holding in; speculation continues around RB contract trends. Sources: NFL.com, PFT (profootballtalk.nbcsports.com in Bing)
Training Camp & Team News
- Mike McDaniel wants “Year 2 results in Year 1” with Justin Herbert — NFL.com
- Keisean Nixon feels “punished” with backup reps — NFL.com
- Steelers break Latrobe camp early — NFL.com
- Colts won’t trade Anthony Richardson — NFL.com
- Rams Practice Fight: Jared Verse vs. Spencer Fano — PFT (profootballtalk.nbcsports.com in Bing)
- Brian Flores “Smoking Gun” document story — PFT (profootballtalk.nbcsports.com in Bing)
- Roger Goodell: “No doubt” NFL will play outside U.S. — PFT (profootballtalk.nbcsports.com in Bing)
