What happened: The brother of longtime NFL defensive lineman Calais Campbell has been charged with murder after their 71-year-old mother, Nateal Campbell, was found dead inside her Atlanta home. Authorities in Georgia confirmed the charge following the discovery.

Why it matters: The news reaches Campbell during the NFL offseason as he prepares for the 2026 season with the family that announced his mother's death. Campbell is one of the most respected veterans in the league, a Walter Payton Man of the Year winner, making the personal loss resonate across the sport.

What to watch: Attention turns to the legal proceedings in Atlanta and to how Campbell and his family navigate the coming weeks ahead of training camp.