Ravens add veteran cornerback Amani Oruwariye to the practice squad to bolster a nickel-heavy defense amid injuries to Marlon Humphrey, Nate Wiggins and Chidobe Awuzie. Oruwariye brings starting experience and over 3,000 defensive snaps, but his special-teams contribution has never been a strength, so expect a lightweight role unless injuries bite deeper.

Baltimore also hosted Eric Kendricks, but the 33-year-old declined a practice-squad spot, seeking a 53-man opportunity with a clear plan. With Roquan Smith sidelined, Kendricks would slot in immediately if the right deal lands, but the Ravens may still pivot. Veteran options like Ja’whaun Bentley, Kyzir White and De’Vondre Campbell are in the mix as the team weighs long-term plans.

Denver’s 1-2 start has the inside linebacker room in flux as a brutal four-week run looms against Cincinnati, Philadelphia, and the New York clubs. Dre Greenlaw’s signing gave hope, but an IR stint pushes his Week 7 return back and leaves the Broncos thin at a critical position. With Greenlaw out, Alex Singleton and Justin Strnad must anchor a shallow depth chart as veteran options are explored.

Denver is eyeing veterans such as Cole Holcomb, Troy Reeder, Eric Kendricks, and Kwon Alexander to stabilize run fits and pass coverage while Greenlaw recovers. The focus isn’t just short-term; the team wants a steady presence who can contribute immediately in what should be a defining stretch of the season.

Anthony Barr retires after 10 NFL seasons with the Minnesota Vikings, ending a tenure that included four Pro Bowls and a leadership role on Zimmer’s council. His farewell at TCO Performance Center highlighted friendships and the team’s culture, from his UCLA days alongside Kendricks to the Raise The Barr foundation aiding single-parent households. Barr’s return to Minnesota capped a career defined by hard hits, loyalty, and a surprising detour that kept him in Viking purple.

The piece recalls Barr’s memorable moments, including a pivotal 2015 NFC North-clinching win at Green Bay and his bold free‑agency decisions that ultimately kept him a Viking. It also notes his candidness about near-end-of-career options and how his heart lies with Minnesota, even as the league moves on around him.

The Minnesota Vikings have had notable success in the NFL Draft in recent years, particularly with late-round picks that have developed into key contributors. Among these, Justin Jefferson stands out as a remarkable selection, taken 22nd overall in the 2020 draft. Recognized as the Offensive Player of the Year in 2022, Jefferson has quickly ascended to the top tier of NFL wide receivers at just 26 years of age. His exceptional skill set and production have solidified him as a cornerstone of the Vikings' offense, overshadowing other late-round draft picks like Eric Kendricks and Danielle Hunter.

Jefferson's impact is a testament to the front office's ability to identify talent beyond the early rounds of the draft. The Vikings’ history of drafting success includes players like Stefon Diggs and Kyle Rudolph. However, Jefferson's combination of route running, speed, and catching ability sets him apart as possibly the best player to wear a Vikings uniform in recent memory, and he promises to be a foundational piece as the franchise looks to build a competitive team.