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Apr 29, 2025

Drama propels NFL draft ratings to 2nd all-time
The NFL draft averaged 7.5 million viewers per day for the three-day event, making it the second-most watched draft ever, while Day 3 set a record high.

ESPN NFL
Apr 29, 2025

49ers add OL depth, reach deal with Humphries
Veteran offensive tackle D.J. Humphries has agreed to a contract with the 49ers, his agency announced Tuesday.

ESPN NFL
Apr 29, 2025

Pats cut Cardona, club's longest-tenured player
The New England Patriots released long snapper Joe Cardona, their longest-tenured player, on Tuesday, after selecting him in Round 5 of the 2015 NFL draft out of Navy, setting the stage for a run that included two Super Bowl title and 13 playoff games.

ESPN NFL
Apr 29, 2025

McCarthy: 'I know I'm ready to start' for Vikings
Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy, speaking Tuesday to local reporters for the first time since last fall, appears as confident in himself as the team is in him.

ESPN NFL
Apr 29, 2025

UFL suspends Michigan's Nacua for slapping fan
Michigan Panthers receiver Samson Nacua has been suspended by the UFL for one game and will participate in community service after slapping a fan following a game.

ESPN NFL
Apr 29, 2025

Vikings reward Van Ginkel with $23M extension
The Vikings and outside linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel reached agreement Tuesday on a one-year, $23 million extension that includes $22.4 million guaranteed.

ESPN NFL
Apr 29, 2025

Giants build identity through draft: Defense first
The 2025 Giants are being built in a way that honors their success of the past.

ESPN NFL
Apr 29, 2025

Commanders sign veteran K Gay, cut Gonzalez
The Commanders signed veteran kicker Matt Gay on Tuesday, the team announced, and released Zane Gonzalez.

ESPN NFL
Apr 29, 2025

RB Dobbins receives rare UFA tender from Bolts
Running back J.K. Dobbins and wide receiver Elijah Moore received the seldom-used unrestricted free agent tender from the Chargers and Browns, respectively.

ESPN NFL
Apr 29, 2025

Source: Possible Alexander remains with Packers
A source tells ESPN that all options are on the table for the Packers and All-Pro cornerback Jaire Alexander, including a possible return to Green Bay next season.

ESPN NFL
Apr 29, 2025

Source: Commanders sign K Gay to 1-year deal
The Commanders have signed veteran kicker Matt Gay on Tuesday, a source confirmed to ESPN, leading to the release of Zane Gonzalez.

ESPN NFL
Apr 29, 2025

Chiefs picking up options for McDuffie, Karlaftis
The Chiefs plan to pick up the fifth-year options of cornerback Trent McDuffie and pass rusher George Karlaftis, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Apr 29, 2025

Mock draft: Chase goes No. 1, Jeanty in top 5
No surprise at No. 1, but it didn't take long for the first rookie to come off the board in our first mock.

ESPN NFL
Apr 29, 2025

49ers' Kittle: 4-year extension worth $76.4M
Tight end George Kittle, who was entering the final year of a deal he signed in 2020 with the 49ers, said Tuesday on the "Bussin' With The Boys" podcast that he signed a four-year, $76.4 million extension.

ESPN NFL
Apr 29, 2025

49ers' Kittle: Signed 4-year, $76.4M extension
Tight end George Kittle, who was entering the final year of a deal he signed in 2020 with the 49ers, said Tuesday on the "Bussin' With The Boys" podcast that he signed a four-year, $76.4 million extension.

ESPN NFL
Apr 29, 2025

Giants build an identity through 2025 NFL draft: defense first
The 2025 Giants are being built in a way that honors their success of the past.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2025

Titans didn't try to trade Levis, cite QB's 'value'
Despite speculation that Will Levis would be traded during the draft, Titans general manager Mike Borgonzi said Monday that the organization had no intentions of dealing the third-year quarterback during the draft.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2025

Trump endorses tush push as Eagles visit WH
President Donald Trump advocated for the NFL to keep the tush push play as he hosted the Super Bowl champion Eagles at the White House.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2025

Source: Browns to pass on Pickett's Year 5 option
A source confirmed to ESPN on Monday that the Cleveland Browns will not exercise the fifth-year option on quarterback Kenny Pickett, the No. 20 pick of the Steelers in 2022 who played for the Eagles last year.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2025

Source: Steelers signing WR Woods to 1-year deal
PITTSBURGH -- After bypassing a wide receiver in the NFL Draft, the Steelers added one in veteran Robert Woods on Monday, a league source confirmed to ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2025

Source: WR Johnson to Browns after strange '24
The Browns reached agreement on a one-year contract with free agent wide receiver Diontae Johnson on Monday.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2025

Packers legend, ex-MLB player Brown dies at 84
Tom Brown, the two-sport star whose interception sealed the 1966 NFL title game for Vince Lombardi's Green Bay Packers, has died. He was 84.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2025

After a disappointing weekend, the power now belongs to Shedeur Sanders
From here on out, all that matters for Shedeur Sanders is proving the Browns were right in selecting him.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2025

Carr confirms shoulder injury, rips speculation
Saints quarterback Derek Carr said he and the team have been in communication regarding his shoulder injury this offseason.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2025

After a painful draft weekend, Shedeur Sanders can still write his own story
From here on out, all that matters for Shedeur Sanders is proving the Browns were right in selecting him.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2025

Rankings for 2025 season
ESPN analysts reveal their fantasy football rankings for the 2025 season, for PPR leagues, as well as IDP and dynasty setups.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2025

Bills GM testy with radio hosts over draft criticism
Bills general manager Brandon Beane began a Monday morning radio appearance with a strong response to criticism against the team's approach to the wide receiver position.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2025

Commanders, D.C. reach deal for $4B stadium
The Commanders agreed to a deal with the District of Columbia to build a new $4 billion stadium at the RFK site, which was the team's home from 1961 to 1996.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2025

Steelers cut CB Watts after career-ending injury
The Steelers have released Ryan Watts after the rookie suffered a neck injury last preseason, saying it's in his "best interest to discontinue playing football."

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2025

Steelers release Watts after career-ending injury
The Steelers have released Ryan Watts after the rookie suffered a neck injury last preseason, saying it's in his "best interest to discontinue playing football."

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2025

Last-minute meetings and draft-day surprises: Behind the Falcons' trade to land James Pearce Jr.
After drafting Jalon Walker at No. 15, the Falcons made a surprising draft move in trading for Pearce.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2025

32 teams, 32 questions, 32 answers: Taking stock of what's ahead this offseason
The 2025 NFL draft is over, but can the rookies make an impact? We answer lingering questions for all 32 teams.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2025

After playoff loss to Eagles, Packers drafted to turn Jordan Love, offense loose
GM Brian Gutekunst knew he had to make moves so the Packers' offense could keep up with elite teams.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2025

Postdraft questions for all 32 NFL teams: Will Steelers sign Aaron Rodgers? How does Shedeur fit in Cleveland?
The 2025 NFL draft is over, but can the rookies make an impact? We answer lingering questions for all 32 teams.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2025

How Aaron Rodgers influenced the Steelers' draft strategy
Passing on a QB four times before selecting developmental prospect Will Howard in the sixth round suggests the Steelers are still hoping Rodgers ends up in Pittsburgh.

ESPN NFL
Apr 27, 2025

Commanders, D.C. reach deal for stadium at RFK
The Commanders agreed to a deal with the District of Columbia to build a new stadium at the RFK site, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Apr 27, 2025

Panthers adding vet WR Renfrow on 1-year deal
Carolina agreed Sunday to a deal with Hunter Renfrow, who last played in 2023 for the Raiders.

ESPN NFL
Apr 27, 2025

Son of Falcons coordinator behind Sanders prank
The son of Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich admitted to being the one behind a prank call to Shedeur Sanders during Day 2 of the NFL draft.

ESPN NFL
Apr 27, 2025

Lions sixth-round pick Ahmed Hassanein proposes to girlfriend after being drafted
Hassanei became the first Egyptian to ever be drafted into the NFL on Saturday.

ESPN NFL
Apr 27, 2025

Shedeur Sanders hosts star-studded draft party in Dallas
Guests reportedly included Dallas Cowboys stars Dak Prescott and CeeDee Lamb, along with rapper Kodak Black.

ESPN NFL
Apr 27, 2025

Jags boost pash rush, sign Ogbah to 1-year deal
Free agent defensive end Emmanuel Ogbah, who has 47.5 sacks and 112 quarterback hits in 123 career games, has signed a one-year deal with the Jaguars worth up to $5 million.

ESPN NFL
Apr 27, 2025

NFL looking into Sanders prank call during draft
As Shedeur Sanders continued to fall during the second day of the NFL draft, video surfaced on social media of the quarterback receiving a call from someone impersonating Saints general manager Mickey Loomis.

ESPN NFL
Apr 27, 2025

'He's a great leader': Cam Ward displays leadership abilities
The No. 1 pick in the 2025 NFL draft wasted no time building a rapport with his fellow Titans rookies.

ESPN NFL
Apr 27, 2025

Draft overreactions on Sanders, Cousins, Giants, Jags and Steelers
Weighing in on the biggest overreactions of the weekend, from Shedeur Sanders' slide to QB moves.

ESPN NFL
Apr 27, 2025

How New England bolstered the array of talent around Drake Maye in the draft
The brass in New England used the draft to add talent around their young quarterback.

ESPN NFL
Apr 27, 2025

Cowboys wanted Tetairoa McMillan but failed to draft a WR2 for Dak Prescott
Tyler Booker, Donovan Ezeiruaku and Shavon Revel Jr. will help, but holes remain in Dallas' roster.

ESPN NFL
Apr 27, 2025

Picking Armand Membou in the first round puts the Jets in rarefied air
New York has used four first-round picks on offensive linemen in a six-draft span.

ESPN NFL
Apr 27, 2025

Picking Armand Membou in the first round puts the Jets in rarified air
New York has used four first-round picks on its offensive linemen in a six-draft span.

ESPN NFL
Apr 27, 2025

Sorting through draft overreactions on Sanders, Cousins, Giants, Jags and Steelers
Weighing in on the biggest overreactions of the weekend, from Shedeur Sanders' slide to QB moves.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Sources: Restrepo reuniting with Ward on Titans
Tennessee is signing wide receiver Xavier Restrepo, who was the Titans' No. 1 overall pick Cam Ward's favorite target at Miami last season, as an undrafted free agent, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Saturday.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Pats draft Memphis DB Minor as Mr. Irrelevant
The New England Patriots selected Memphis cornerback Kobee Minor with the final pick of the NFL Draft, and Minor said the "Mr. Irrelevant" moniker that comes with the pick fits him, as he's "never been a highly recruited guy, I've never been a top guy."

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Sources: 49ers' Mustapha may miss season's start
San Francisco 49ers safety Malik Mustapha is recovering from an injury to the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee and likely won't be ready for the start of the season.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Sorting through NFL draft overreactions on Shedeur Sanders, Kirk Cousins and the Giants, Jags and Steelers
It's time to weigh in on the biggest overreactions of the weekend, from Shedeur Sanders' slide to QB moves for the Giants and Steelers.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Officials: Attendance at NFL draft hits 600,000
The NFL world descended upon Green Bay, Wisconsin this week, for the draft, and if attendance is any indication, it was a major hit, as league officials said Saturday that the total attendance ended up at 600,000, more than doubling the original forecast.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Jaylin or Jaylen? Texans draft three players with identical first names
The three players, all named Jaylin or Jaylen, join a Jalen and a Jaylon on the Texans.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

'He's a great leader': Cam Ward displays leadership abilities in texts to Titans draftees
The No. 1 pick in the 2025 NFL draft wasted no time building a rapport with his fellow Titans rookies.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Bengals LB Demetrius Knight Jr. puts delivery driver past in rear view
The Bengals linebacker had an emotional reaction to being selected in the second round.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Cowboys OL draftee Tyler Booker ecstatic about bringing pet turtles to Dallas
Figuring out how to move his pet turtle to Texas is top of mind for the Cowboys' first-round draft pick.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

We tracked every single trade in the 2025 NFL draft
We followed every trade in the draft with full terms of the deals, all the way through the end of Round 7.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Browns end Sanders' slide, pick QB in 5th round
The Browns traded up in the fifth round Saturday and selected quarterback Shedeur Sanders at No. 144 overall, ending the Colorado star's NFL draft free fall.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Browns gamble on Shedeur Sanders after drafting Dillon Gabriel: What's the plan?
Answering the biggest questions surrounding Cleveland's selection of Sanders in the fifth round, including reaction from around the league.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Dolphins draft Texas QB Ewers in seventh round
The Dolphins selected Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers with the No. 231st pick in the seventh round Saturday.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Dolphins: QB Ewers 'made sense' in 7th round
The Dolphins selected Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers with the 231st pick in the seventh round Saturday.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Ravens draft kicker with Tucker's future uncertain
The Ravens drafted a kicker for the first time in their team history, which creates more uncertainty surrounding Justin Tucker's future in Baltimore.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Raiders boost WR room, draft Bech in 2nd round
The Raiders addressed their need at wide receiver by selecting TCU's Jack Bech with the No. 58 pick of the NFL draft.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Ratings for NFL draft 2nd-highest for first round
The first round of the NFL draft averaged 13.6 million viewers Thursday night, an 11% increase over last year, which averaged 12.3 million.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Sorrell walks onstage as Pack's 4th-round pick
Barryn Sorrell surprised Green Bay by coming onstage after the Packers picked him in the fourth round of the NFL draft on Saturday.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Pros and cons for every first-round pick
There were a couple of surprising trades, including the Giants' moving up for a quarterback.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Matthew McConaughey hypes up Texas Longhorns draftees
The actor and Texas alum posted tributes and analysis of every player from his school who was picked.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Follow live: With Sanders off the board at last, the picks keep coming at the NFL draft
Track every pick of the NFL draft here and watch Day 3 of the draft on ESPN & ABC.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Colts draft Notre Dame QB Leonard in 6th round
The Indianapolis Colts selected Riley Leonard in the sixth round of Saturday's NFL draft.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Eagles pick QB McCord, FBS passing leader in '24
The Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles added to their quarterback room Saturday, picking Syracuse's Kyle McCord with the No. 181st pick in the sixth round.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Browns trade up, pick QB Sanders in 5th round
The Browns traded up in the fifth round Saturday and selected quarterback Shedeur Sanders at No. 144 overall, ending the Colorado star's NFL draft free fall.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Steelers, waiting on Rodgers, draft QB Howard
The Steelers selected Ohio State's Will Howard with the 185th pick in the sixth round Saturday, adding a quarterback to their depth chart while they continue to wait on an answer from Aaron Rodgers.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Sorrell walks on stage as Pack's 4th-round pick
Barryn Sorrell surprised Green Bay by coming on stage after the Packers picked him in the 4th round of the NFL draft on Saturday.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Lions honor GM Brad Holmes with matching North Carolina A&T jerseys
Inside Detroit's draft war room, their front office continued a Day 3 tradition.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Legendary: Shedeur Sanders' Browns selection garners reactions on social media
As Sanders finally heard his name called in the fifth round, reactions from around the sports world poured in.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Why Jags went all-in on Travis Hunter: Will he play both sides of the ball?
Hunter has been tabbed as a 'generational' talent. Did the Jags overspend? Breaking down the deal.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Browns trade up, pick QB Shedeur Sanders in 5th round
The Browns traded up in the fifth round Saturday and selected quarterback Shedeur Sanders at No. 144 overall, ending the Colorado star's NFL draft free fall. Watch Day 3 of the draft live on ESPN and ABC.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

'Got to be strategic': Cowboys OL draftee Tyler Booker ecstatic about bringing pet turtles to Dallas
Figuring out how to move his pet turtle to Texas is top of mind for the Cowboys' first-round draft pick.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Lions uphold Day 3 draft tradition, honor GM Brad Holmes with matching North Carolina A&T jerseys
The Lions' front office is honoring Holmes, who has been a vocal advocate for HBCUs, ahead of his commencement speech at his alma mater.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Seahawks open QB space, trade Howell to Vikes
The Seahawks have traded quarterback Sam Howell to the Vikings, where he becomes the likely backup to J.J. McCarthy.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

LT declines Carter's ask for 56: Make own mark
Lawrence Taylor wants newly drafted Giants pass rusher Abdul Carter to create his own legacy, one that won't include wearing the No. 56 that Taylor made famous during his legendary career.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Panthers GM noncommittal on Clowney's future
Carolina general manager Dan Morgan was noncommittal on Jadeveon Clowney being a part of the Panthers' 2025 plans.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Round 4 mock draft: Predicting the first few picks
Jordan Reid looks ahead to Day 3 of the NFL draft with predictions for the early picks.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Ravens 'comfortable' with Green, did 'due diligence'
Ravens GM Eric DeCosta said Friday that the team investigated the two sexual assault allegations against No. 59 pick Mike Green "very thoroughly" and is "comfortable" with the selection.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Payton: 'Beware' if you snubbed Sanders in draft
Broncos coach Sean Payton said teams who passed over Shedeur Sanders in the NFL draft should "beware," because the ex-Colorado QB will use the snub as motivation.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Sanders remains undrafted as free fall continues
Shedeur Sanders remained undrafted entering the fourth round of the NFL draft. Coverage resumes Saturday at noon ET on ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Seahawks add Bama's Milroe to deep QB room
The Seahawks added to an already deep quarterback room by taking Alabama's Jalen Milroe with the 92nd overall pick Friday.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Rooney: Steelers 'may get word soon' on Rodgers
As his team passed on drafting a quarterback, including Shedeur Sanders, for the second time in the 2025 NFL draft, Steelers owner and president Art Rooney II said Friday the team "may get word soon" on Aaron Rodgers.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Browns go QB route in Round 3, select Gabriel
The Browns selected Dillon Gabriel with the 94th overall pick during Round 3 on Friday night, opting not to go with Shedeur Sanders and instead choosing the former Oregon star.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2025

Saints draft QB Tyler Shough: What does it mean for New Orleans, Derek Carr?
With a potential quarterback controversy brewing in New Orleans, we answer the biggest questions surrounding the Saints' decision to draft a QB.

ESPN NFL
Apr 25, 2025

Taylor, Hall of Fame DE's son, drafted by Jets
The Jets selected Mason Taylor, the son of Hall of Famer Jason Taylor, in the second round of the NFL draft.

ESPN NFL
Apr 25, 2025

Johnson to Cards, 'on a mission' after draft slide
Michigan cornerback Will Johnson's slide in the NFL draft stopped when the Arizona Cardinals selected him in the second round.

ESPN NFL
Apr 25, 2025

'I have a superpower now': Jack Bech leans on late brother's memory in pursuit of NFL dreams
Bech, whose brother Tiger was killed in New Orleans on Jan. 1, projects as a Day 2 pick.

ESPN NFL
Apr 25, 2025

Saints draft QB at 40, take Shough over Sanders
The Saints bypassed Sanders for the second time in as many nights Friday, selecting Louisville's Tyler Shough with the 40th pick in the NFL draft.

ESPN NFL
Apr 25, 2025

Cards stop draft slide for CB Johnson at No. 47
Michigan cornerback Will Johnson's slide in the NFL draft stopped with the Arizona Cardinals in the second round.

ESPN NFL
Apr 25, 2025

Follow live: Browns open second round as Sheduer Sander's wait continues
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ESPN NFL
Apr 25, 2025

2025 NFL draft: Fantasy football analysis of Rounds 1-3
Liz Loza, Matt Bowen and Mike Clay break down the fantasy potential of early-round rookies from the NFL draft and provide initial 2025 projections.

ESPN NFL
Apr 25, 2025

Jags on Hunter's workload: We must be 'fluid'
The Jaguars have an early plan for how they want to use Travis Hunter, but they're not locked into anything concrete.

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