Okuayinonu to IR
Sep 5, 2026 — The San Francisco 49ers placed defensive tackle Sam Okuayinonu on injured reserve because of a foot injury. He was already ruled out for the Week 1 trip to Melbourne; IR requires a minimum four-game absence, with the earliest return projected for Week 5 (Oct. 11). The club signed edge rusher Khalid Kareem to the active roster in a corresponding move.
Source: CBS Sports
Jaguars settle with Rose
Sep 5, 2026 — The Jacksonville Jaguars waived defensive tackle Keivie Rose from injured reserve with an injury settlement, allowing him to pursue other opportunities this season. Rose had reverted to IR after a waived/injured designation; the settlement lets him sign elsewhere once healthy rather than remain on Jacksonville’s roster.
Source: CBS Sports
Rams reach settlement for McPhearson
Sep 5, 2026 — The Los Angeles Rams cut cornerback Zech McPhearson from injured reserve with an injury settlement, per the transaction log. McPhearson had been placed on IR in late August; the settlement frees him to pursue a new contract and keeps the door open for him to play in 2026 once recovered.
Source: CBS Sports
Vikings waive Dyson from IR
Sep 5, 2026 — The Minnesota Vikings waived linebacker Kenny Dyson Jr. from injured reserve with an injury settlement, according to Rotowire coverage on CBS. Dyson had reverted to IR after a waived/injured designation; the settlement lets him sign elsewhere when healthy and preserves his chance to play this season.
Source: CBS Sports
Seahawks settle Echols
Sep 5, 2026 — The Seattle Seahawks waived linebacker Power Echols from injured reserve with an injury settlement, allowing him to seek another roster spot once healthy. Echols had reverted to IR after an initial waived/injured move; the settlement preserves his chance to play in 2026 after recovery.
Source: CBS Sports
Browns lineman fined
Sep 5, 2026 — The Cleveland Browns’ veteran offensive lineman Tytus Howard received a league fine of $12,537 for an unnecessary-roughness tripping penalty assessed during a preseason appearance. The fine, reported on Sep 5, is among the largest imposed so far this preseason and the league directs fine money to player- and health-related funds.
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Wills listed questionable
Sep 5, 2026 — The Chicago Bears listed offensive tackle Jedrick Wills Jr. as questionable with a back issue for Week 1 at Carolina, according to the CBSSports daily injury log. The designation leaves Wills’ status to be decided closer to kickoff and gives the Bears flexibility while they monitor his recovery.
Source: CBS Sports