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Here’s everything you need to know ahead of the NFL regular season, including how teams rank before Week 1.

Matthew Stafford said he won’t be focused on the aggravated disk in his back that he has been dealing with when the Rams open the season against the Texans on Sunday.

Patriots owner Robert Kraft shared his hope that the team’s recently unveiled Tom Brady statue will have company in the future in the form of a tribute to Bill Belichick.

Chargers RB Najee Harris, who missed all of training camp due to an eye injury sustained in a fireworks mishap, is expected to start in Friday’s opener vs. the Chiefs,

Raiders receiver Jakobi Meyers, who is in the final year of his deal, is unsure if a new contract will get done with the organizatiion: “We’re gonna see how it plays out.”

The 49ers and Jauan Jennings have reached agreement on a deal that will add $3 million in play-time incentives to his contract.

Any concerns about Tua Tagovailoa and Tyreek Hill’s relationship off the field can officially be put to bed, according to the Dolphins quarterback.

CINCINNATI — In recent seasons, the Cincinnati Bengals were among those considered to be contenders to win the AFC. That might not be the case entering the 2025 season.

How the Bears’ offense will look, TreVeyon Henderson’s role and Travis Hunter’s snap count are among the curiosities.