NFL Teams Begin Preparing for 2026 Training Camps and Preseason
NFL 球隊開始準備 2026 年訓練營與季前賽
Introduction
National Football League teams have finished their first offseason programs and are now getting ready for training camps to start in late July.
國家美式足球聯盟 (NFL) 球隊已完成首個休賽季計畫，目前正準備在 7 月底開始訓練營。
Main Body
The move toward the 2026 season is starting with the setting of reporting dates for new rookies and experienced veteran players. For example, the Las Vegas Raiders have scheduled rookies to arrive on July 23 and veterans on July 28, while the Washington Commanders and Tennessee Titans are using a similar schedule. In Las Vegas, Head Coach Klint Kubiak and General Manager John Spytek are working together for the first time, and their main goal is to reduce the team roster from 90 players down to 53. Meanwhile, the Washington Commanders are changing their offensive strategy under David Blough to better support quarterback Jayden Daniels.
邁向 2026 年賽季的行動始於設定新秀與資深球員的報到日期。例如，拉斯維加斯突擊者將新秀的到達日期定在 7 月 23 日，資深球員則為 7 月 28 日，而華盛頓指揮官與田納西泰坦也採用類似的時程。在拉斯維加斯，總教練 Klint Kubiak 與總經理 John Spytek 首次合作，他們的主要目標是將球隊名單從 90 人精簡至 53 人。與此同時，華盛頓指揮官在 David Blough 的領導下正改變進攻策略，以更好地支持四分衛 Jayden Daniels。
Competition for specific positions is a major focus for many teams. In Washington, the departure of Deebo Samuel has caused a competition for the second wide receiver spot, involving players like Antonio Williams. Similarly, the Tennessee Titans are seeing a struggle for the third wide receiver position between Elic Ayomanor and Calvin Ridley. On defense, the Seattle Seahawks are testing whether second-round pick Bud Clark can replace or support the current player, Okada, in the secondary.
許多球隊將特定位置的競爭視為重點。在華盛頓，由於 Deebo Samuel 的離開，導致第二寬接手位置出現競爭，涉及如 Antonio Williams 等球員。同樣地，田納西泰坦的 Elic Ayomanor 與 Calvin Ridley 也在爭奪第三寬接手的位置。在防守端，西雅圖海鷹正在測試第二輪選秀 Bud Clark 能否取代或支持目前的後防球員 Okada。
Finally, teams are organizing their facilities and exhibition games. The Buffalo Bills have officially opened the new Highmark Stadium, and they will play their first exhibition game against the Carolina Panthers on August 15. The overall preseason begins on August 6 with the Hall of Fame Game between the Arizona Cardinals and the Carolina Panthers. Additionally, teams are planning joint practices, such as the Raiders' session with the Houston Texans on August 18.
最後，各球隊正在整理設施並安排熱身賽。布法羅比爾已正式啟用新的 Highmark 體育場，並將於 8 月 15 日與卡羅來納黑豹進行首場熱身賽。整體季前賽將於 8 月 6 日由亞利桑那紅雀與卡羅來納黑豹的名人堂賽揭幕。此外，各球隊正計劃聯合訓練，例如突擊者將於 8 月 18 日與休士頓火箭進行訓練。
Conclusion
NFL teams are currently in a quiet period before active training resumes in late July and the exhibition games begin in August.
NFL 球隊目前處於一個平靜期，直到 7 月底恢復積極訓練，以及 8 月開始熱身賽。
Vocabulary Learning
🚀 The 'B2 Leap': From Simple Actions to Complex Systems
At the A2 level, you describe things simply: "The team is practicing." To reach B2, you must describe processes and transitions.
Look at how this text moves from a simple event to a professional system. The secret is in the Collocations of Management.
🛠️ The Power Phrases
Instead of using basic verbs like "do" or "make," the text uses specific pairings that make the writer sound like an expert. To move toward B2, stop using 'general' words and start using 'precise' pairs:
- "Reduce the roster" (Not "make the team smaller")
- "Changing their strategy" (Not "doing things differently")
- "Organizing their facilities" (Not "fixing the building")
🔍 The Logic of 'Meanwhile' & 'Similarly'
B2 fluency is not about harder words, but about connectors. A2 students use 'And' or 'But'. B2 students use 'Logical Bridges'.
- Meanwhile: Used to jump to a different location or person while the first action is still happening.
- Example: Raiders are planning dates; meanwhile, the Commanders are changing strategies.
- Similarly: Used to show that two different situations are almost the same.
- Example: Washington has a fight for a spot; similarly, Tennessee has a struggle for a position.
💡 Pro-Tip for Your Evolution
Next time you describe your job or a hobby, don't just say what you do. Describe the strategy you are using and how you organize your process.
A2 Style: I am learning English. I study every day. B2 Style: I am currently changing my study strategy to improve my speaking; meanwhile, I am organizing my notes to be more efficient.