After a long offseason, football is back. Or at least football practices are back. Five teams have already welcomed their rookies to training camp, and soon the rest of the league will join them.
2017 NFL training camp: When every team starts and which players to watch
Training camp is back. Here’s a quick guide for all 32 teams.
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First-year head coaches like Sean McVay and Kyle Shanahan will finally get their first cracks at incorporating their philosophies. You’ll also get to see rookie quarterbacks Deshaun Watson and Mitchell Trubisky compete for starting gigs.
Each team will begin training camp by the end of the month. Here’s when every team starts, and which players you should keep an eye on before preseason action kicks off:
Where: University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale, Ariz.
Rookies report: July 21
Rookie to watch: Haason Reddick, a first-round pick who may start right away.
Veterans report: July 21
Veteran to watch: Blaine Gabbert, the newcomer at quarterback who will battle Drew Stanton for backup duties.
Where: Atlanta Falcons Training Facility, Flowery Branch, Ga.
Rookies report: July 26
Rookie to watch: Takkarist McKinley, a pass rusher who has already made an impression with his big personality.
Veterans report: July 26
Veteran to watch: Dontari Poe, the gigantic nose tackle who joined Atlanta as a free agent.
Where: Under Armour Performance Center, Owings Mills, Md.
Rookies report: July 19
Rookie to watch: Tim Williams, a promising pass rusher who could help Terrell Suggs get after the quarterback.
Veterans report: July 26
Veteran to watch: Jeremy Maclin, a dangerous deep threat who was surprisingly cut by the Chiefs.
Where: St. John Fisher College, Rochester, N.Y.
Rookies report: July 26
Rookie to watch: Tre’Davious White, the guy replacing Stephon Gilmore.
Veterans report: July 26
Veteran to watch: Shaq Lawson, a first-round pick in 2016 who missed his first training camp due to shoulder surgery.
Where: Wofford College, Spartanburg, S.C.
Rookies report: July 25
Rookie to watch: Christian McCaffrey, a do-everything weapon who is electric with the ball.
Veterans report: July 25
Veteran to watch: Julius Peppers, a former Panthers star back to finish his career in Carolina.
Where: Olivet Nazarene University, Bourbonnais, Ill.
Rookies report: July 19
Rookie to watch: Mitchell Trubisky. He probably won’t start but all eyes will be on the No. 2 pick.
Veterans report: July 26
Veteran to watch: Mike Glennon, the guy who got a contract that made people say “what?!”
Where: Paul Brown Stadium, Cincinnati, Ohio
Rookies report: July 25
Rookie to watch: John Ross, the fastest NFL Combine participant ever.
Veterans report: July 27
Veteran to watch: Vontaze Burfict, a contentious linebacker entering a contract year.
Where: Cleveland Browns Training Complex, Berea, Ohio
Rookies report: July 23
Rookie to watch: Myles Garrett, the No. 1 pick in the 2017 NFL Draft.
Veterans report: July 26
Veteran to watch: Cody Kessler/Brock Osweiler, the veterans battling to start at quarterback.
Where: Marriott River Ridge complex, Oxnard, Calif.
Rookies report: July 19
Rookie to watch: Taco Charlton, a much-needed pass rusher on a team that’s struggled to find one.
Veterans report: July 22
Veteran to watch: Jaylon Smith, a linebacker who still hasn’t been on the field due to a knee injury suffered in college.
Where: UCHealth Training Center, Englewood, Colo.
Rookies report: July 23
Rookie to watch: Chad Kelly, the Mr. Irrelevant of 2017 with a real chance at making the roster.
Veterans report: July 26
Veteran to watch: Paxton Lynch, a quarterback who was drafted to be the starter of the future, but has to beat out Trevor Siemian first.
Where: Detroit Lions Training Facility, Allen Park, Mich.
Rookies report: July 24
Rookie to watch: Jarrad Davis, an instant starter at linebacker.
Veterans report: July 29
Veteran to watch: Greg Robinson, the former Rams bust who may have to start in Taylor Decker’s place.
Where: St. Norbert College, De Pere, Wis.
Rookies report: July 26
Rookie to watch: Jamaal Williams, a fourth-round running back who can contribute on a team with no running backs.
Veterans report: July 26
Veteran to watch: Martellus Bennett, another weapon to make Aaron Rodgers more dangerous.
Where: The Greenbrier, White Sulphur Springs, W. Va.
Rookies report: July 25
Rookie to watch: Deshaun Watson, a rookie who will compete to start but is an underdog vs. Tom Savage.
Veterans report: July 25
Veteran to watch: J.J. Watt, a star returning from injury.
Where: Indiana Farm Bureau Football Center, Indianapolis, Ind.
Rookies report: July 24
Rookie to watch: Malik Hooker, a dangerous centerfielder who can up the Colts’ interception count.
Veterans report: July 29
Veteran to watch: Andrew Luck, whose health is somewhat of a mystery.
Where: Florida Blue Health & Wellness Practice Fields, Jacksonville, Fla.
Rookies report: July 19
Rookie to watch: Leonard Fournette, the bruising running back who will handle the load for the Jacksonville offense.
Veterans report: July 26
Veteran to watch: Blake Bortles, the often erratic quarterback who is the biggest reason why the Jaguars aren’t considered contenders.
Where: Missouri Western State University, St. Joseph, Mo.
Rookies report: July 24
Rookie to watch: Patrick Mahomes II, the first quarterback drafted by the Chiefs in the first round since 1983.
Veterans report: July 27
Veteran to watch: Bennie Logan, a nose tackle who has to fill the void left by Dontari Poe.
Where: Jack Hammett Sports Complex, Costa Mesa, Calif.
Rookies report: July 29
Rookie to watch: Forrest Lamp/Dan Feeney, the pair of guards who will battle for starting roles.
Veterans report: July 29
Veteran to watch: Joey Bosa, the Defensive Rookie of the Year in 2016 who missed most of camp last year due to a contract dispute.
Where: University of California, Irvine, Irvine, Calif.
Rookies report: July 26
Rookie to watch: Cooper Kupp, an ultra-productive receiver in the FCS.
Veterans report: July 28
Veteran to watch: Jared Goff, the No. 1 pick in 2016 who didn’t do much as a rookie.
Where: Baptist Health Training Facility, Davie, Fla.
Rookies report: July 20
Rookie to watch: Charles Harris, the heir apparent for Cameron Wake.
Veterans report: July 26
Veteran to watch: Ryan Tannehill, the starting quarterback who suffered a partially torn ACL in 2016.
Where: Minnesota State University, Mankato, Minn.
Rookies report: July 23
Rookie to watch: Laquon Treadwell, a first-round pick in 2016 who had one catch as a rookie.
Veterans report: July 26
Veteran to watch: Teddy Bridgewater, who may not even play in 2017 but is worth watching closely anyway.
Where: Gillette Stadium, Foxboro, Mass.
Rookies report: July 24
Rookie to watch: Derek Rivers, a defensive end who racked up 41 sacks at Youngstown State.
Veterans report: July 26
Veteran to watch: Brandin Cooks, Tom Brady’s shiniest new toy.
Where: New Orleans Saints Training Facility, Metairie, La.
Rookies report: July 19
Rookie to watch: Marshon Lattimore, the first cornerback drafted.
Veterans report: July 26
Veteran to watch: Adrian Peterson, a seven-time Pro Bowler no longer wearing purple.
Where: Quest Diagnostics Training Center, East Rutherford, N.J.
Rookies report: July 27
Rookie to watch: Evan Engram, a hybrid tight end who could be a nightmare in the red zone.
Veterans report: July 27
Veteran to watch: Brandon Marshall, a big wide receiver on a team with little receivers.
Where: Atlantic Health Jets Training Center, Florham Park, N.J.
Rookies report: July 28
Rookie to watch: Jamal Adams/Marcus Maye, the tandem of safeties taking over in the New York secondary.
Veterans report: July 28
Veteran to watch: Josh McCown, the quarterback who will probably start for the Jets in 2017.
Where: Napa Valley Marriott, Napa, Calif.
Rookies report: July 24
Rookie to watch: Obi Melifonwu, a safety the Raiders hope will be their very own Kam Chancellor.
Veterans report: July 28
Veteran to watch: Marshawn Lynch, who will usher the Raiders out of Oakland in style.
Where: NovaCare Training Complex, Philadelphia
Rookies report: July 23
Rookie to watch: Donnel Pumphrey, a diminutive running back who gets to follow in Darren Sproles’ footsteps.
Veterans report: July 26
Veteran to watch: Alshon Jeffery, the team’s big free agent acquisition who needs to develop chemistry with Carson Wentz.
Where: Saint Vincent College, Latrobe, Pa.
Rookies report: July 27
Rookie to watch: James Conner, the running back with the NFL’s top-selling rookie jersey.
Veterans report: July 27
Veteran to watch: Le’Veon Bell, who still hasn’t signed his franchise tender.
Where: SAP Performance Facility, Santa Clara, Calif.
Rookies report: July 27
Rookie to watch: Reuben Foster, an All-American who will compete to start as a rookie.
Veterans report: July 27
Veteran to watch: Brian Hoyer, who faces the impossible task of scoring points with the 49ers’ offense.
Where: Virginia Mason Athletic Center, Renton, Wash.
Rookies report: July 29
Rookie to watch: Ethan Pocic, a center at LSU who may start at right guard as a rookie.
Veterans report: July 29
Veteran to watch: Luke Joeckel, a bust in Jacksonville who will try to hold down left tackle duties in Seattle.
Where: One Buccaneer Place, Tampa, Fla.
Rookies report: July 25
Rookie to watch: O.J. Howard, a tight end that Jameis Winston will likely target often.
Veterans report: July 27
Veteran to watch: DeSean Jackson, a deep threat who can have a huge year if the wheels haven’t come off.
Where: Saint Thomas Sports Park, Nashville, Tenn.
Rookies report: July 28
Rookie to watch: Corey Davis, a receiver who can finally give Marcus Mariota someone to throw to.
Veterans report: July 28
Veteran to watch: Derrick Henry, a former Heisman winner who should get more touches in year two.
Washington
Where: Bon Secours Training Center, Richmond, Va.
Rookies report: July 26
Rookie to watch: Jonathan Allen, a nightmare at Alabama who fell in the draft due to injuries.
Veterans report: July 26
Veteran to watch: Kirk Cousins, the most fascinating man of the 2017 offseason.
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