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Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese, a highly athletic and versatile defender, announced his intention to enter the 2026 NFL Draft after his junior season, highlighting his impressive stats and potential as a hybrid rusher and coverage linebacker.
Charley Brock, a versatile player for the Green Bay Packers known for his defensive skills and leadership on championship teams, has been inducted into the Hall of Very Good by the Pro Football Researchers Association, recognizing his outstanding but not Hall of Fame-level career.
Rookie linebacker Jay Higgins IV has been activated from injured reserve and is expected to play for the Ravens against the Packers, after recovering from a knee injury that sidelined him since November 9. With Teddye Buchanan's season-ending injury, Higgins might see some defensive action.
Panthers linebacker Trevin Wallace will miss the rest of the season after shoulder surgery, with Christian Rozeboom and Claudin Cherelus stepping into his role; the team reports positive injury updates and remains focused heading into Week 17.
Rookie linebacker Jay Higgins IV has returned to Ravens practice after a knee injury sidelined him for five games, providing much-needed depth following Teddye Buchanan's torn ACL.
Jets linebacker Quincy Williams, a starter since 2021, has been benched for Week 10 due to underperformance, but he plans to work his way back into the team.
Jets linebacker Quincy Williams has been benched due to underperformance, despite returning from injury and being in the final year of his contract. He hopes to regain his starting role, and the team considered trading him but couldn't find a suitable offer.
The Dallas Cowboys traded a 2026 seventh-round pick to acquire linebacker Logan Wilson from the Cincinnati Bengals to bolster their struggling defense, adding experience, durability, and special teams contribution as they aim for a playoff push.
The Baltimore Ravens have acquired outside linebacker Dre'Mont Jones, who previously played for the Titans and has a strong pass-rushing record, to bolster their linebacker corps after recent trades and injuries.
Bengals linebacker Logan Wilson has requested a trade due to reduced playing time, despite being a key defensive captain, with his snaps decreasing in recent weeks as rookies take more field time.
San Francisco 49ers linebacker Fred Warner suffered a right ankle injury during a game against Tampa Bay, leading to his immediate removal from the field and a significant setback for the team's defense, which has already been impacted by multiple injuries this season.
The Indianapolis Colts signed linebacker Germaine Pratt, who previously played for the Cincinnati Bengals and briefly for the Las Vegas Raiders, bringing his extensive playoff experience and career-high tackles to the team.
Veteran linebacker Germaine Pratt has been released by the Raiders, who are moving in a different direction after Pratt's initial season start; he had 25 tackles and two passes defensed this season.
Three-time All-Pro linebacker Shaquille Leonard is retiring from the NFL, having played most of his career with the Indianapolis Colts, where he was a standout player and community figure. He announced his retirement and will address fans at a Colts game, ending a career marked by early success, injuries, and a brief stint with the Eagles.
Former Colts linebacker Shaquille Leonard, a three-time All-Pro and 2018 Defensive Rookie of the Year, will retire as a Colts player during halftime of the Week 5 game against the Raiders, after a notable career marked by impressive stats and community contributions.