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NFL OTAs Shape 2026 Rosters: Eagles, Bucs, Bears, Jaguars

5/30/2026

Summary

Story summary

NFL teams are shaping 2026 rosters during OTAs.
The Philadelphia Eagles gave Markel Bell first-team OTA reps at right tackle and Lane Johnson second-team reps.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers hired Zac Robinson as offensive coordinator, with receivers Emeka Egbuka and Jalen McMillan participating.
Bears offensive coordinator Ben Johnson said D’Andre Swift can still add to the passing game, while Jaguars coach Liam Coen expects Jakobi Meyers to boost offense.

History

Historical Context

In 1994 the NFL imposed its first hard salary cap, a $34.6 million ceiling that forced teams such as the Philadelphia Eagles to cut $5 million in contracts. The cap’s roster-shaping pressure created a new offseason evaluation model that still guides teams today. The 2026 OTA schedule shows the Eagles giving Markel Bell first-team reps and the Buccaneers hiring Zac Robinson, echoing the 1994 cap-driven tinkering.

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Story summary

NFL teams are shaping 2026 rosters during OTAs.
The Philadelphia Eagles gave Markel Bell first-team OTA reps at right tackle and Lane Johnson second-team reps.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers hired Zac Robinson as offensive coordinator, with receivers Emeka Egbuka and Jalen McMillan participating.
Bears offensive coordinator Ben Johnson said D’Andre Swift can still add to the passing game, while Jaguars coach Liam Coen expects Jakobi Meyers to boost offense.

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