NFL Training Camps Hit by Injuries
Luther Burden III to miss a month with groin injury, while Eric Bieniemy returns to Kansas City Chiefs after family incident
Luther Burden III, a wide receiver for the Chicago Bears, suffered a groin injury during practice and is expected to miss about a month. The team hopes he can return for the Sept. 13 season opener against the Carolina Panthers.
The Kansas City Chiefs' offensive coordinator, Eric Bieniemy, has returned to the team after his wife was shot by their son. The Chiefs are preparing for a preseason game against the Los Angeles Rams, although it is unclear if quarterback Patrick Mahomes will play.
The Buffalo Bills are projecting to have Josh Allen and Shane Buechele as their top two quarterbacks. Meanwhile, the New England Patriots are preparing for a joint practice with the Indianapolis Colts, where wide receiver A.J. Brown is expected to be a key player. Brown has been performing well in training camp and will face off against the Colts' defense.
The Miami Dolphins are also preparing for a joint practice, against the Washington Commanders. As NFL teams continue with their training camps and preseason preparations, injuries and player availability will be closely watched.
## What's Next The preseason schedule will see several teams in action over the coming weeks, with the Chiefs facing the Rams and the Patriots taking on the Colts. The Bills and Dolphins will also be in action, as the NFL season edges closer.
