All 32 NFL teams are kicking off training camp by holding practices this weekend with club-led fan events, and NFL Network, NFL+ and NFL.com will provide complete coverage through Back Together Weekend on Saturday and Sunday. NFL.com provides highlights and buzz below from Saturday's camp offerings.
Market emerging for Christian Wilkins?
The Raiders' decision to release star defensive tackle Christian Wilkins was one of the first big surprises of the start of training camp this week.
The parting of ways centered on Wilkins' foot injury that he continues to rehab. The Raiders wanted him to have a second procedure this offseason when the injury was not healing properly, but Wilkins did not want the procedure, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported. This led to Las Vegas attempting to void the remaining $35.25 million in guarantees in Wilkins' contract, which prompted the NFL Players Associated to file a grievance.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding Wilkins' foot, there appears to be a healthy market for him. Rapoport indicated on Saturday that "several teams remain interested" in Wilkins’ services, but that “it remains to be seen when he’ll be able to get back on the field.”
One team expected to discuss the possibility of adding Wilkins is the New England Patriots. Head coach Mike Vrabel, who recruited Wilkins out of high school when he was Ohio State's defensive coordinator, told reporters on Friday that he’s “sure (the Patriots) will have conversations” about signing Wilkins.
And who do the Patriots play in Week 1? Yes, it’s the Raiders.
-- Eric Edholm
Fields looks unbothered by toe injury
Justin Fields was back in action on Saturday, just two days removed from dislocating a toe in his right foot. The short-lived injury scare looks to be behind Fields, who wowed Jets fans with a downfield strike to Tyler Johnson.
-- Around The NFL staff
Jameson emerging as leader on Lions' offense
If the wide receiver contract extensions that were handed out this offseason were any indication, it’s a massive 2025 season for Jameson Williams in Detroit.
Williams, 24, enjoyed a breakout campaign in 2024, with 58 catches for 1,001 yards (17.3-yard average) and seven touchdown catches, adding one on the ground. His five regular-season catches of 50-plus yards led the NFL, and Williams also had two TDs on two touches in the Lions' playoff loss to the Commanders.
This was a welcomed development after his first two NFL seasons, with Williams slowed by injury, immaturity and inconsistency. He was suspended six games for gambling in 2023 and two more last season for PEDs.
But Williams is now eligible to receive a multiyear extension from the Lions, and another big season could convince them he’s too valuable not to lock up long term. Lions head coach Dan Campbell told NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero on Saturday that he’s been impressed with Williams’ personal development early in Lions camp.
“Growth. Growth and development,” Campbell said. “He’s going on Year 4, and what you see is a much more polished player, man. A much more mature player. I mean, he’s leading the young guys now.”
Campbell also praised Williams' strides on the field.
“His route development is so much better -- the detail, the explosiveness, the body demeanor,” Campbell said. “He’s understanding with his abilities what he’s capable of. … It’s great to see where he’s at.”
-- Eric Edholm
London shows off for Falcons fans
Fresh off a breakout season and first appearance on the Top 100, Drake London's sticky hands were on display Saturday with a nifty grab at Falcons camp.
-- Around The NFL staff
Drake Maye hits DeMario Douglas deep
Patriots quarterback Drake Maye already looked to be in midseason form, rolling out right and dotting a pass to Demario Douglas for a score.
-- Around the NFL staff
Panthers' Renfrow appears back to his old self
Hunter Renfrow was out of the league last season, but he’s opening eyes early in Carolina Panthers camp.
The 29-year old wideout, who signed with Carolina in April, spent the 2024 season dealing with ulcerative colitis, an autoimmune condition that resulted in weight loss, fatigue and fevers. Panthers coach Dave Canales has liked what he’s seen from the shifty slot receiver so far in camp.
“It’s just the Hunter Renfrow I remember,” Canales said Saturday. “He looks healthy. Everyone who has watched football over the last four or five years remembers what he looks like. He’s really playing at top form right now.”
One of the highlights of Saturday’s camp was a fingertip grab of an Andy Dalton pass over the middle.
The Panthers want to get the ball in the hands of young receivers such as Xavier Legette, Jalen Coker and 2025 first-rounder Tetairoa McMillan, plus veteran Adam Thielen returns to lead the WR unit. However, there might be room for Renfrow, who grew up nearby in South Carolina and who looks like he’s back in good health after time away from football.
“Really excited to have him here,” Canales said. “And to have his family, which is right down the road, here after this practice just to connect with him. It’s a great story that’s unfolding right in front of our eyes.”
-- Eric Edholm
Slye flexes with camp kick
Veteran kicker Joey Slye, in his first camp with the Titans, converted from 66 yards on a field goal. Slye set his career long with a 63-yarder last year for the Patriots and Saturday's boomer would've matched an NFL record -- if it weren't in practice.
-- Around the NFL staff
Bijan sets record straight
Used to making defenders miss, it turns out Falcons running back Bijan Robinson has also been dealing with media and fans missing the mark when pronouncing his name.
Robinson told NFL Network's Steve Wyche on Saturday that his first name is pronounced Bih-zhan rather than Bee-zhan, as most have referred to him over his first two stellar seasons in the NFL.
It's a difference to take note of, though we can all expect he'll be the same old explosive runner for Atlanta in Year 3.
-- Bobby Kownack
Sanders hits TD hat trick
Given his fifth-round draft status, Shedeur Sanders likely has the longest odds off winning the Browns' four-way quarterback competition that also includes Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett and third-round rookie Dillon Gabriel.
He's simultaneously operating under the brightest spotlight of any of Cleveland's QBs, though, and on Saturday gave those watching plenty of positives to take away.
Sanders, who had not yet thrown a touchdown through three days of training camp, made up for it with three scores on Day 4. His first was a lofted throw to Luke Floriea after the wide receiver came free on a crosser. Floriea collected the pass and needed only another step to find pay dirt. Sanders threw two more during a red zone period, a flick to Diontae Johnson in the middle of the end zone and a final strike to Cade McDonald.
The Browns still haven't been giving Sanders first-team reps, but the rookie nonetheless produced Saturday against those lined up across from him. If he can find this kind of success more consistently through practices and preseason games to come, he could certainly find himself higher in the pecking order.
-- Bobby Kownack