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No. 2 Draft Pick Bailey Cleared After Leg Injury

8/8/2026

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Glenn Clears Bailey

Aaron Glenn said David Bailey will be fine after suffering a lower-leg injury Saturday and returning to practice.
Bailey, the No. 2 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, is praised for burst and labeled a “win-now” player.
Will McDonald IV added bulk to improve after being a weak defender last season.
The secondary allowed a 60-yard touchdown to Isaiah Williams, exposing coverage problems.

Summary

Glenn Runs Shells

The Friday practice was run in “shells,” with helmets and shoulder pads only, to prioritize player health and reduce injury risk.
Head coach Aaron Glenn said he welcomes being “pissed off” after practice if it deepens the roster and improves chemistry.
Offensive coordinator Frank Reich praised Geno Smith’s “laser-focused” approach and “pure” throwing mechanics despite the quarterback being 35.

History

Historical Context

Growing concussion concerns prompted the NFL in 2011 to adopt a sideline assessment protocol, echoing earlier rule changes that cut kickoff-related concussions by roughly 50%. Youth diagnoses rose 500 % from 2010-2014, spurring research funding of $1.6 million and the later adoption of Guardian Caps in practice throughout the league for players.

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Glenn Clears Bailey

Aaron Glenn said David Bailey will be fine after suffering a lower-leg injury Saturday and returning to practice.
Bailey, the No. 2 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, is praised for burst and labeled a “win-now” player.
Will McDonald IV added bulk to improve after being a weak defender last season.
The secondary allowed a 60-yard touchdown to Isaiah Williams, exposing coverage problems.

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