Across 10 NFL cities last week, there was a distinct smell in the air — the smell of football.
The 2026 season officially began when teams with new head coaches launched their nine-week offseason programs. The first two weeks are just for voluntary meetings, workouts, and rehab, but team facilities have come alive again with football activities. The other 22 teams will open April 20-21 (other than May 4 in Denver).
“It was fun to stand in front of the New York Giants today — it was an honor,” new Giants coach John Harbaugh said. “We had great meetings. It was just a joy to be around the guys.”
Though the practices are mostly voluntary and non-contact, there is still a lot going on during the offseason. Here’s a look at the top story lines:
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