The 2025 NFL season isn’t far away. The last mandatory minicamps have ended, and the league announced training camp dates for all 32 teams on Wednesday.
Training camp isn’t a sufficient substitute for real, meaningful football games, of course. However, the preparation period can provide some satisfaction by giving fans an early glimpse at new coaches, new systems and new players. In some cases, camp will also provide a long-anticipated look at players returning from significant 2024 injuries.
While players on the mend might not draw quite as much offseason buzz as marquee free-agent signings or top draft choices, they can have a major impact on a team’s trajectory. In the case of some stars, they’ll make games much more enjoyable to watch, too.
Here, we’ll examine a few injured NFL standouts who are expected to participate in training camp, any relevant offseason updates and what to watch for once camps open around the league next month.
