What happened: Madubuike opened camp on active PUP four days earlier. Independent spine and cervical doctors had cleared him to return.
Why it matters: The activation gives the defensive front a full camp window to reintegrate a Pro Bowl interior defender before the 2026 season. His return resolves a major offseason roster question following neck surgery.
By the numbers: Madubuike missed the final 15 games of 2025, leaving him unavailable for 88.2% of the 17-game regular season.
What to watch: His workload and participation in team drills will be the next markers during camp.