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The Chargers are also getting RT Trey Pipkins III (knee) back this evening. This is great news for QB Justin Herbert as he prepares to face the Vikings’ top-tier blitz-based defensive scheme. The Chargers declared RB Hassan Haskins, CB Nikko Reed, OLB Kyle Kennard, OL Jamaree Salyer, OT Austin Deculus, WR KeAndre Lambert-Smith and TE Will Dissly inactive for Week 8 against the Vikings. With Haskins out, the Chargers have elevated RBs Nyheim Hines and Jaret Patterson from the practice squad.

Wilson is quick to note that nothing is “pending or imminent there.” A calf injury ended Teller’s 2025 season prematurely. The veteran offensive guard, now 31 years old, remains a moderately capable run blocker, having earned a 65.7 PFF run-blocking grade last season.

Prior reports indicated that Crosby was unwilling to play for the Raiders ever again. He has seemingly changed his mind, telling Raiders fans, “I’m back.” Crosby was nearly traded to the Ravens in exchange for two first-round picks, but the Ravens withdrew from the deal yesterday, citing a failed physical. Earlier today, The Athletic’s Dianna Russini reported that the Raiders’ asking price for Crosby had not changed. Trading away Crosby for draft picks makes sense for a team that is ostensibly beginning a rebuild. Whether the Raiders’ front office has changed its mind about jettisoning him remains unknown. But Crosby, for his part, appears ready to don the Silver and Black once again.

Nijman entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent with the Packers in 2019. He signed on with the Panthers in 2024. Nijman took his first regular season snaps in 2020 as backup left tackle. Over the course of his career, Nijman played more than 975 offensive snaps at both left and right tackle, playing primarily on the left with the Packers and primarily on the right with the Panthers.

The Browns signed Ross off the Texans’ practice squad last season. He fared well on an admittedly small snap sample, 41, earning a 63.6 PFF defense grade after the signing. He also contributed on special teams, but recorded zero special teams tackles for them.

The virtual meetings will take place tonight and tomorrow. Murray is also flying to Minnesota this evening and will meet with the Vikings in person tomorrow. The Vikings are widely considered to be his likely landing spot, with Murray expectedly assuming the starting job for 2026, and “a one-year minimum deal could come together quickly.” Per Pelissero, the virtual meetings give Murray a chance to reintroduce himself to people he hasn’t seen since the 2019 NFL Draft, “and get a jump start on his free agent process a year from now.” Murray is also reportedly open to studying as a backup in 2026 with a team that could open up the starting role in 2027.

Omenihu gets $4 million guaranteed with a maximum value of $7 million through incentives. He stands as the seventh new player added to Dan Quinn’s defense in this free agency cycle as the team looks to completely revamp their identity in a short timeframe. Omenihu has primarily played as a rotational piece during his seven-year professional career, something that appears likely in Washington considering the money agreed to.

Schefter notes that “the belief across the league is that the Vikings are Murray’s likely landing spot.” Schefter also cites Arizona Sports 98.7 FM Phoenix’s John Gambadoro, who broke the news regarding the scheduled visit. Gambadoro believes that a deal between the two sides could be done in the next 24 hours because finding an opportunity to start is a priority for Murray, “and Minnesota does offer that.” Bad news for QB J.J. McCarthy. That said, per Gambadoro, Murray is “expected to explore several options as a backup in 2026 for teams that could need a starting QB in 2027 over the next 24 hours.” Stay tuned.

Finley entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent with the Chargers in 2023. He was waived in 2024 and joined the Seahawks in November that year. Finley missed the 2025 season after suffering a knee injury in August. ESPN’s Brady Henderson adds that Finley “was having a nice offseason last year” before the injury. The Seahawks are ostensibly pleased with his recovery.

The specifics of the contract have yet to be released. Nnadi, who has played all eight of his professional seasons with the Chiefs, saw his play on the field slip the previous two seasons, notching only 27 combined tackles across 12 starts and 32 appearances. The Colts have an established defensive line that also just added veteran Arden Key, making it likely Nnadi serves as a rotational piece and/or depth option along the defensive front.

The Panthers released Robinson just yesterday. His new deal with the Buccaneers is fully guaranteed. Robinson, 30, totaled 45 tackles, six TFLs, 31 quarterback pressures and three sacks last year. Robinson will likely fill former Buccaneers DT Logan Hall’s old role. Hall signed with the Texans earlier today after totaling 25 tackles, one TFL, 32 quarterback pressures and two sacks for the Buccaneers last year.