In an exciting kickoff to the 2026 NFL season, the Jets<\/strong> will travel to Tennessee in Week 1 to face their former head coach, Robert Saleh<\/strong>, and the Titans<\/strong>. Last season, the Jets faced the Steelers and former quarterback Aaron Rodgers<\/strong> in their opening game, making this year\u2019s matchup particularly noteworthy.<\/p>\n Additionally, the highly anticipated Thanksgiving night game will feature the Chiefs<\/strong> against the Bills<\/strong>, headlined by star quarterbacks Josh Allen<\/strong> and Patrick Mahomes<\/strong>. This matchup will be broadcast on NBC, promising to deliver significant viewership.<\/p>\n The full Thanksgiving slate has also been revealed, with the Lions<\/strong> set to host the Bears<\/strong> on November 26, where Ben Johnson<\/strong> returns to Ford Field for the second time as Bears head coach.<\/p>\n The Dolphins<\/strong> have signed Pro Bowl running back De’Von Achane<\/strong> to a four-year extension worth $68 million, making him the NFL\u2019s third-highest-paid running back at $17 million per year, with $32 million guaranteed. This significant investment highlights Achane’s importance in Miami’s offensive scheme.<\/p>\n In other transaction news, the Seahawks<\/strong> will open their season at home against the Patriots<\/strong>, marking a Super Bowl rematch as part of the 2026 schedule. The Packers<\/strong> have also claimed wide receiver Brenden Rice<\/strong> off waivers from the Raiders, adding depth to their receiving corps.<\/p>\n On the waiving front, the Broncos<\/strong> have released running back Deuce Vaughn<\/strong>. Meanwhile, the Raiders<\/strong> have signed former Dolphins defensive tackle Benito Jones<\/strong>, reinforcing their defensive lineup.<\/p>\n The Ravens<\/strong> have reported that wide receiver Malik Nabers<\/strong> underwent a second knee surgery to remove scar tissue, following an initial surgery last October. Despite the setback, there is hope from head coach John Harbaugh<\/strong> that Nabers will be ready in time for training camp.<\/p>\n The NFL has ended its minority offensive assistant mandate ahead of the 2025 season, a move that has sparked discussions regarding diversity efforts within the league. Separately, Florida\u2019s Attorney General has issued an investigative subpoena related to the NFL\u2019s compliance with the Rooney Rule, indicating continued scrutiny over hiring practices in the league.<\/p>\nTransaction News<\/h2>\n
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