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ESPN NFL
Feb 24, 2026

Raiders GM: I expect Crosby to stay amid rumors
Raiders GM John Spytek said he expects star defensive end Maxx Crosby to play for the team in 2026 amid trade speculation.

ESPN NFL
Feb 24, 2026

Ravens target Jackson extension, Linderbaum deal
Ravens GM Eric DeCosta said he's confident about a contract extension for QB Lamar Jackson while the team has made a "market-setting" proposal to Tyler Linderbaum.

ESPN NFL
Feb 24, 2026

Sources: Cowboys' Smith has minor knee surgery
Tyler Smith, the Cowboys' All-Pro left guard, had minor cleanup surgery on his right knee, sources told ESPN, but will be 100% ready for the offseason program in April.

ESPN NFL
Feb 24, 2026

Steelers GM on Rodgers: 'He knows how we feel'
Steelers GM Omar Khan is hoping for a quick resolution when it comes to the possible return of Aaron Rodgers at the team's starter next season, adding "he knows how we feel."

ESPN NFL
Feb 24, 2026

Franchise tag updates: Cowboys 'leaning' toward tagging George Pickens
Teams are allowed to apply franchise and transition tags to players from Feb. 17 through March 3.

ESPN NFL
Feb 24, 2026

Falcons GM: QB Cousins to be released March 11
New Falcons GM Ian Cunningham has informed QB Kirk Cousins that the team will release him on March 11, the first day of the league year, Cunningham said Tuesday on 92.9 The Game.

ESPN NFL
Feb 24, 2026

?? Free agency tiers: Barnwell ranks the best
NFL free agency is almost here, and we placed players on offense into tiers based on their potential offseason contracts. Who could get paid?

ESPN NFL
Feb 24, 2026

UFL making changes on field goal points, punts
For its 2026 season, which starts March 27, the UFL will award four points for field goals of at least 60 yards, and ban most punts inside of the opponent's 50.

ESPN NFL
Feb 24, 2026

What we heard Tuesday at the NFL combine: The best from coaches and GMs
Here are the latest updates from coaches and general managers speaking at the 2026 NFL combine.

ESPN NFL
Feb 24, 2026

Eagles' Sirianni 'can't guarantee' Brown's return
Philadelphia Eagles coach Nick Sirianni says there is mutual interest between the team and wide receiver A.J. Brown, but doesn't commit to him playing this year.

ESPN NFL
Feb 24, 2026

Lions will head to Munich for international game
For the first time since 2015, the Lions will play an international game, this time in Munich, Germany, with their opponent and date to be named later.

ESPN NFL
Feb 24, 2026

Kiper's latest NFL mock draft: Projecting the entire first round ahead of the combine
As the NFL gets ready for this week's combine workouts, let's project where the best players in the 2026 NFL draft class will get picked in April.

ESPN NFL
Feb 24, 2026

Combine schedule: What to know, plus top prospects to watch in the 2026 draft class
The NFL combine features top draft prospects participating in the 40-yard dash and other drills.

ESPN NFL
Feb 24, 2026

How Ravens coaching staff is ushering in 'a new age'
This is the first time since the Ravens' inaugural season that the team has made a change at head coach.

ESPN NFL
Feb 24, 2026

Will QB Mac Jones be on the 49ers' roster next season?
The 49ers aren't planning on trading Jones, but could the right offer sway them?

ESPN NFL
Feb 23, 2026

4-star QB Rivers follows dad Philip to NC State
Four-star quarterback Gunner Rivers, son of NC State legend and eight-time NFL Pro Bowler Philip Rivers, has committed to the Wolfpack.

ESPN NFL
Feb 23, 2026

Pats release RB Gibson after 2 seasons with team
The Patriots have released running back Antonio Gibson, the team announced Monday.

ESPN NFL
Feb 23, 2026

Chargers C Bozeman announces retirement on IG
Chargers starting center Bradley Bozeman has announced his retirement after eight years in the NFL and 110 starts.

ESPN NFL
Feb 23, 2026

Chiefs cut DE Danna as cap trimming continues
The Chiefs released veteran defensive end Mike Danna on Monday as they work to get under the salary cap by the start of the new league year in two weeks.

ESPN NFL
Feb 23, 2026

NFL mulls allowing replay officials to throw flags
The NFL competition committee is discussing the possibility of authorizing replay officials to throw flags for non-football acts.

ESPN NFL
Feb 23, 2026

2026 NFL franchise tag updates: Falcons tag Kyle Pitts, Cowboys 'leaning' toward tagging George Pickens
Teams are allowed to apply franchise and transition tags to players from Feb. 17 through March 3. See who has been tagged so far and what could come next.

ESPN NFL
Feb 23, 2026

Cowboys aware of potential fallout of Pickens tag
With the Dallas Cowboys, in the words of executive vice president Stephen Jones, "leaning," toward the franchise tag on Pro Bowl wide receiver George Pickens, the organization is also aware of the fallout from that potential decision.

ESPN NFL
Feb 23, 2026

Source: Falcons to place franchise tag on Pitts
The Falcons plan to place the franchise tag on tight end Kyle Pitts Sr., a source told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.

ESPN NFL
Feb 23, 2026

Tyreek Hill back with the Chiefs? Why a reunion could make sense
Reuniting with Eric Bieniemy and Patrick Mahomes could be just the tonic for Hill, who will turn 32 on March 1.

ESPN NFL
Feb 23, 2026

Q&A with Cowboys' Will McClay on draft and free agency plans
How will the Cowboys' VP of player personnel aim to upgrade Dallas' roster this offseason?

ESPN NFL
Feb 23, 2026

NFL free agency tiers: Barnwell ranks the best QBs, RBs, WRs, TEs and OL
Free agency is almost here, and we placed every player on offense into tiers based on their potential offseason contracts. Who could get paid?

ESPN NFL
Feb 23, 2026

The deepest -- and thinnest -- positions of the offseason: Solak ranks all 11 spots
Teams looking for edge rusher help are in good shape this offseason, but what about the other 10 positions?

ESPN NFL
Feb 22, 2026

McKay: Not expecting tush push ban proposal
NFL competition committee co-chairman Rich McKay said Sunday that he is not anticipating an attempt to ban the tush push this year.

ESPN NFL
Feb 22, 2026

Who is the best player in this NFL draft class? Could Vegas trade out of No. 1? We asked around the league
We asked executives, scouts and players to weigh in on the Raiders' No. 1 pick and the best prospects in 2026.

ESPN NFL
Feb 22, 2026

Mendoza, Reese, Tyson: NFL execs, scouts, players discuss the draft class elite
We asked executives, scouts and players to weigh in on the Raiders' No. 1 pick and the best prospects in 2026.

ESPN NFL
Feb 22, 2026

Texans coach DeMeco Ryans continues to exceed expectations as he enters Year 4
Houston's head coach has helped the franchise turn around after the worst three-year stretch in Texans history.

ESPN NFL
Feb 21, 2026

Former Purdue, NFL receiver Moore dies at 25
Former Purdue and NFL wide receiver Rondale Moore died Saturday at the age of 25, according to the Minnesota Vikings.

ESPN NFL
Feb 21, 2026

Sources: Cowboys agree to deal with RB Williams
The Cowboys and free-agent-to-be running back Javonte Williams reached agreement on a three-year contract that includes $16 million in guaranteed money, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Saturday.

ESPN NFL
Feb 21, 2026

?? Pitching hypothetical trade offers for Crosby
Could edge rusher Maxx Crosby get traded this offseason? Where could he land? And what might the Raiders get for him? Let's project his market.

ESPN NFL
Feb 21, 2026

With Mike Evans declining retirement, where do he and the Bucs stand?
Tampa Bay's all-time leading receiver is exploring his options ahead of his 13th season.

ESPN NFL
Feb 21, 2026

Pittsburgh at the NFL combine: QB reset in store for Steelers?
Aaron Rodgers isn't a long-term solution, but he could be a bridge as Pittsburgh looks for a franchise QB.

ESPN NFL
Feb 21, 2026

How does an NFL player decide to retire? 'I'm not done'
Eric Weddle, Tony Jefferson and Andrew Whitworth share stories of their journeys in and out of retirement.

ESPN NFL
Feb 21, 2026

Smith-Njigba: Believe I deserve to be top-paid WR
Jaxon Smith-Njigba said he isn't overly concerned about getting a new deal done with the Super Bowl champion Seahawks. But when he does, the 2025 AP Offensive Player of the Year believes he should be the league's highest-paid wide receiver.

ESPN NFL
Feb 20, 2026

50 top free agents, 50 perfect NFL team fits: We picked where each player should sign
Where do Malik Willis and the QBs fit best? And where could defensive standouts excel?

ESPN NFL
Feb 20, 2026

11 experts predict the 2026 season: Early Super Bowl picks, MVP favorites and more
Who will win next season's Super Bowl We asked NFL experts to make early calls on how 2026 will play out.

ESPN NFL
Feb 20, 2026

Cowboys waive LB Wilson, save $6.5M vs. cap
The Cowboys waived LB Logan Wilson on Thursday, saving $6.5 million against the salary cap with the move.

ESPN NFL
Feb 20, 2026

Shoe company sues Chiefs stars Mahomes, Kelce
A sneaker company is suing Kansas City Chiefs stars Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce along with their restaurant partners alleging trademark infringement.

ESPN NFL
Feb 20, 2026

Chiefs' Reid offers positive update on Kelce talks
Chiefs coach Andy Reid was all smiles while discussing the future of tight end Travis Kelce, who is considering another season in Kansas City or retiring after 13 seasons.

ESPN NFL
Feb 20, 2026

Buzz: Tyreek Hill's free agency, Rashee Rice's legal woes and more
Eric Karabell on whether the latest NFL buzz is actual news or merely noise for fantasy purposes.

ESPN NFL
Feb 20, 2026

Four teams with pass-rush needs, four trade offers for Maxx Crosby: Our experts play out his market
Could edge rusher Maxx Crosby get traded this offseason? Where could he land? And what might the Raiders get for him? Let's project his market.

ESPN NFL
Feb 20, 2026

The deepest -- and thinnest -- positions of the NFL offseason: Solak ranks all 11 spots
NFL teams looking for edge rusher help are in good shape this offseason; the free agent and draft classes have options. But what about the other 10 positions?

ESPN NFL
Feb 20, 2026

Sources: Rams keep Scheelhaase, promote to OC
The Rams are promoting passing game coordinator Nate Scheelhaase to offensive coordinator and making quarterbacks coach Dave Ragone their co-offensive coordinator/QB coach, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Feb 20, 2026

Inside Jahmyr Gibbs' historic start, future with the Lions
Gibbs has found his way into the end zone like few other players in NFL history. Is a record contract extension up next in the offseason?

ESPN NFL
Feb 20, 2026

Ranking the deepest, thinnest positions of the NFL offseason: It's a good year to need ...
NFL teams looking for edge rusher help are in good shape this offseason; the free agent and draft classes have options. But what about the other 10 positions?

ESPN NFL
Feb 20, 2026

Pitching hypothetical trade offers for Maxx Crosby -- from the Bears, Bucs, Chargers and Cowboys
Could edge rusher Maxx Crosby get traded this offseason? Where could he land? And what might the Raiders get for him? Let's project his market.

ESPN NFL
Feb 19, 2026

Seahawks OC: We'll be 'fast, violent, aggressive'
Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald landed on Brian Fleury as his new offensive coordinator because "his vision ... was aligned with how we want it to."

ESPN NFL
Feb 19, 2026

Saints QB Tyler Shough's offseason: Mardi Gras, fatherhood and football
Whether he's accepting awards in San Francisco or riding in parades in New Orleans, the QB is having a year.

ESPN NFL
Feb 19, 2026

Indiana passes bill to lure Bears from Chicago
The Bears' search for a new home took a "meaningful step" forward Thursday, opening the door for the storied franchise to leave Illinois to potentially build a new, domed stadium in Indiana.

ESPN NFL
Feb 19, 2026

Eagles All-Pro RT Johnson to return for '26 season
Eagles right tackle Lane Johnson confirmed to ESPN on Thursday that he will be returning for a 14th season.

ESPN NFL
Feb 19, 2026

Betting buzz: Seahawks tied with 10 others for highest win total
The champion Seahawks are among 11 teams whose win total opened at 10.5, the highest number on the board.

ESPN NFL
Feb 19, 2026

What could the Eagles get back in an A.J. Brown trade? We crafted four offers
Wide receiver A.J. Brown could be traded this offseason. Could Buffalo be a good fit? Baltimore? Let's project his market with four offers and a verdict.

ESPN NFL
Feb 19, 2026

32 candidates to get cut, traded and passed over this NFL offseason
Let's pick out players who could use a change of scenery for the 2026 season.

ESPN NFL
Feb 19, 2026

Humility, charitable foundation keep Larry Fitzgerald grounded after HOF nod
"It's an amazing, amazing thing to be a Hall of Famer, but the light bill still came," Larry Fitzgerald said, keeping life in perspective.

ESPN NFL
Feb 19, 2026

Our simulated trade market for A.J. Brown: Which teams should be interested in the star WR?
Wide receiver A.J. Brown could be traded this offseason. Could Buffalo be a good fit? Baltimore? Let's project his market with four offers and a verdict.

ESPN NFL
Feb 18, 2026

Parker: Fixing Cowboys' D 'day-by-day' process
New Cowboys defensive coordinator Christian Parker says he's taking a "day by day" approach with his defense, which finished last in the NFL in points per game allowed last season.

ESPN NFL
Feb 18, 2026

K.C. reworks Mahomes deal for massive cap room
The Chiefs restructured Patrick Mahomes' contract this week, creating much-needed salary cap space ahead of the 2026 season, according to ESPN and multiple reports.

ESPN NFL
Feb 18, 2026

LaFleur: OC Hackett 'setting the table' for Cards
New Cardinals OC Nathaniel Hackett was introduced by the team on Wednesday.

ESPN NFL
Feb 18, 2026

Teller latest Browns vet who won't be returning
Wyatt Teller, an impending free agent, said goodbye to the city of Cleveland in an Instagram post Wednesday.

ESPN NFL
Feb 18, 2026

Brian Daboll talks how experience with Josh Allen will benefit Cam Ward
Tennessee's new offensive coordinator plans to lean on his experience with Josh Allen and others to help Ward.

ESPN NFL
Feb 18, 2026

Lions president Wood to retire before '26 season
Lions team president and CEO Rod Wood will retire ahead of the 2026 season.

ESPN NFL
Feb 18, 2026

New OC expects Ravens to attend voluntary OTAs
New Ravens offensive coordinator Declan Doyle expects all the team's players to attend voluntary OTAs to start the "next regime on the right foot."

ESPN NFL
Feb 18, 2026

Allen estate begins process of selling Seahawks
According to the wishes of late team owner Paul Allen, the estate announced Wednesday it has begun the process of selling the Seahawks.

ESPN NFL
Feb 18, 2026

Civil suit alleging assault filed against Chiefs' Rice
An ex-girlfriend of Chiefs receiver Rashee Rice alleged in a lawsuit filed Monday that Rice repeatedly assaulted her over an 18-month span.

ESPN NFL
Feb 18, 2026

Draft prospects with a true Round 1 grade: 11 players who are clear first-rounders
We'll see 32 picks in Round 1, but which prospects have actually earned a first-round grade?

ESPN NFL
Feb 18, 2026

Source: Ducks' World (torn ACL) to miss combine
Oregon LT Isaiah World suffered a torn ACL in his left knee during the CFP semifinal loss to Indiana and will not attend the NFL draft combine, a source told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Feb 18, 2026

32 candidates to get cut, traded and passed over this NFL offseason: Names to watch on every team
Let's pick out players who could use a change of scenery for the 2026 season, including David Montgomery, Anthony Richardson and L'Jarius Sneed.

ESPN NFL
Feb 18, 2026

KC reworks Mahomes deal for massive cap room
The Chiefs restructured Patrick Mahomes' contract this week, creating much-needed salary cap space ahead of the 2026 season, according to ESPN and multiple reports.

ESPN NFL
Feb 18, 2026

49ers add Mexico City hosting to Australia trip
The 49ers will be the home team for a regular-season game at Estadio Banorte in Mexico City that is set to take place in December.

ESPN NFL
Feb 18, 2026

Cut, trade or keep: What will the Colts do with Anthony Richardson?
After falling behind Riley Leonard on the depth chart, Indianapolis has to decide what it wants to do with the 2023 No. 4 pick.

ESPN NFL
Feb 18, 2026

Faces who need new places: We picked 32 players who could use fresh starts with new teams
Let's pick out players who could use a change of scenery for the 2026 season, including David Montgomery, Anthony Richardson and L'Jarius Sneed.

ESPN NFL
Feb 18, 2026

Ideal fits for the NFL's 50 best free agents: New teams for Pierce, Willis, Woolen
Which team makes the most sense for Alec Pierce? Where do Malik Willis and the QBs fit best?

ESPN NFL
Feb 18, 2026

How the sports memorabilia industry tries to stay ahead of fraud
Sports memorabilia and collectibles companies are monitoring for fraudsters and shifting authentication tactics.

ESPN NFL
Feb 17, 2026

Packers special teams coach Bisaccia steps down
Packers special teams coordinator Rich Bisaccia, who also served as assistant head coach to Matt LaFleur, announced that he has stepped down.

ESPN NFL
Feb 17, 2026

Sources: Patriots promote Kuhr to full-time DC
The New England Patriots are hiring inside linebackers coach Zak Kuhr as their defensive coordinator, sources tell ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter.

ESPN NFL
Feb 17, 2026

WR Woods inks 1-day deal to retire with Rams
Wide receiver Robert Woods announced his retirement Tuesday and signed a one-day contract to retire as a member of the team.

ESPN NFL
Feb 17, 2026

Agent: WR Evans plans to continue playing in '26
Wide receiver Mike Evans, the Buccaneers' all-time leading scorer, will play a 13th season in 2026 with the destination to be determined, his agent, Deryk Gilmore, told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Feb 17, 2026

Jansen returning for 18th season with Panthers
Long snapper JJ. Jansen is returning for an 18th season with the Panthers.

ESPN NFL
Feb 17, 2026

Ideal fits for the NFL's 50 best free agents: New teams for Alec Pierce, Malik Willis, Riq Woolen
Which team makes the most sense for Alec Pierce? Where do Malik Willis and the QBs fit best? And where could defensive standouts excel?

ESPN NFL
Feb 17, 2026

Why the return of Ballard, Steichen and Jones doesn't just mean 'run it back' for the Colts
Some familiar elements remain, but the Colts could overhaul both lines and revamp their secondary.

ESPN NFL
Feb 17, 2026

The 11 trades we want to see this offseason: Barnwell finds new homes for 15 players
DJ Moore and A.J. Brown to the AFC West? Kyler Murray in a new offense? And a new WR1 for the Bills?

ESPN NFL
Feb 17, 2026

50 top free agents, 50 perfect NFL team fits: We picked where each player should sign in March
Which team makes the most sense for Alec Pierce? Where do Malik Willis and the QBs fit best? And where could defensive standouts excel?

ESPN NFL
Feb 17, 2026

Sources: Seahawks unlikely to use tag on Walker
The Seahawks are unlikely to use their franchise tag on running back and Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III, league sources told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Feb 17, 2026

Sources: Seahawks unlikely to use tags on Walker
The Seahawks are unlikely to use either a franchise or transition tag on running back and Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III, league sources told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Feb 16, 2026

Super Bowl 2027 on ESPN: Date, location, venue, more details
The 2027 Super Bowl will air on ESPN for the first time in network history. Learn more information about Super Bowl LXI festivities now.

ESPN NFL
Feb 16, 2026

Star WR Hill released as Dolphins clean house
The Dolphins released Tyreek Hill in a flurry of roster moves that will clear significant salary cap space.

ESPN NFL
Feb 16, 2026

Browns' Hickman assaulted at New York hotel
Browns safety Ronnie Hickman was assaulted in the lobby of a New York City hotel early Monday morning, the team said.

ESPN NFL
Feb 16, 2026

Hill, cut by Fins, vows 'the Cheetah will be back'
The Dolphins released Tyreek Hill in a flurry of roster moves that will clear significant salary cap space.

ESPN NFL
Feb 16, 2026

Why did the Dolphins release Tyreek Hill now, and what's next for him?
Miami cut ties with the receiver, but questions remain for the franchise and Tyreek Hill. Here's what we know.

ESPN NFL
Feb 16, 2026

Source: Browns hire Falcons' Rutenberg as DC
The Browns are hiring Falcons defensive passing game coordinator Mike Rutenberg to be their next defensive coordinator, a league source told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.

ESPN NFL
Feb 16, 2026

Sources: Hill released as Dolphins clean house
The Dolphins released Tyreek Hill in a flurry of roster moves that will clear significant salary cap space, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Feb 16, 2026

Source: Dolphins releasing pass rusher Chubb
The Dolphins are releasing pass rusher Bradley Chubb after four seasons with the franchise, a source confirmed to ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Feb 16, 2026

The 11 trades we want to see this NFL offseason: Barnwell finds new homes for 15 players
DJ Moore and A.J. Brown to the AFC West? Kyler Murray in a new offense? Rams going all-in again? And a new WR1 for the Bills? Let's build 11 win-win deals.

ESPN NFL
Feb 16, 2026

How will George Pickens' free agency play out with Cowboys?
Will Jerry Jones use the franchise tag on Pickens? What would a long-term deal look like?

ESPN NFL
Feb 16, 2026

Barnwell plays NFL offseason trade negotiator: 11 swaps that make sense for both teams
DJ Moore and A.J. Brown to the AFC West? Kyler Murray in a new offense? Rams going all-in again? And a new WR1 for the Bills? Let's build 11 win-win deals.

ESPN NFL
Feb 16, 2026

Picking out every franchise tag candidate: 14 players who could get it this NFL offseason
Who could get the franchise tag when the window opens Tuesday?

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