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ESPN NFL
Jan 22, 2026

Divisional round ratings up big, nearly a record
Nielsen says the NFL's divisional round playoff games averaged 39.2 million viewers, the second-most watched since audience average numbers started being tracked in 1988.

ESPN NFL
Jan 22, 2026

Colts confirm FBI opened probe into Irsay's death
The Indianapolis Colts on Thursday acknowledged the existence of an FBI investigation into the death of owner Jim Irsay and the potential involvement of a California doctor who reportedly prescribed him pain pills and ketamine.

ESPN NFL
Jan 22, 2026

Ravens hiring Bolts' Minter as new head coach
The Ravens are hiring Los Angeles Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter as their next head coach, the team announced Thursday.

ESPN NFL
Jan 22, 2026

Tracking NFL head coach changes: Jesse Minter to the Ravens, Robert Saleh to the Titans
The Ravens, Titans, Dolphins, Falcons and Giants made hires, but there are still five open NFL head coach jobs. Here's what to know.

ESPN NFL
Jan 22, 2026

QB Dart: Giants 'can't wait' to play for Harbaugh
Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart told ESPN that he and his teammates "can't wait" to play for new coach John Harbaugh.

ESPN NFL
Jan 22, 2026

Colts say FBI has opened probe into Irsay's death
The Indianapolis Colts on Thursday acknowledged the existence of an FBI investigation into the death of owner Jim Irsay and the potential involvement of a California doctor who reportedly prescribed him pain pills and ketamine.

ESPN NFL
Jan 22, 2026

DraftKings DFS cheat sheet: Two Seahawks stars offer best value, upside
Build a winning DFS lineup with our DraftKings NFL conference championships cheat sheet identifying the players you want to spend up for, the teams to stack, the value picks to grab and the players you need to avoid.

ESPN NFL
Jan 22, 2026

Beloved Lions OL Skipper announces retirement
Beloved Detroit Lions offensive lineman Dan Skipper announced his NFL retirement Thursday afternoon.

ESPN NFL
Jan 22, 2026

Lawyer suing NFLPA for retaliation fired by union
Attorney Heather McPhee says the union wanted to keep her from cooperating with a federal inquiry into NFLPA finances.

ESPN NFL
Jan 22, 2026

Miami's Mauigoa, top OT prospect, entering draft
Miami offensive tackle Francis Mauigoa on Thursday officially declared for the 2026 NFL draft.

ESPN NFL
Jan 22, 2026

Kyren Williams among conference championship top 30 predicted anytime TD scorers
Kyren Williams, Courtland Sutton and Stefon Diggs are among top predictions for anytime TD scorers on NFL conference championship weekend.

ESPN NFL
Jan 22, 2026

Fins GM: Work to do before we ID 'our guy' at QB
Dolphins general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan has a plan for the team's quarterbacks moving forward, but there's "too much work to do" before it makes a decision for this coming season.

ESPN NFL
Jan 22, 2026

Source: Cowboys agree with Eagles' Parker as DC
The Cowboys have agreed to a deal to make Eagles passing game coordinator and secondary coach Christian Parker their defensive coordinator, a source told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Jan 22, 2026

Sources: Bucs tab ex-Falcon Robinson for OC job
The Buccaneers are finalizing a deal to hire former Falcons offensive coordinator Zac Robinson as their offensive coordinator, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Jan 22, 2026

Buccaneers hire ex-Falcon Robinson as new OC
The Buccaneers have hired Zac Robinson as their offensive coordinator, bringing in the former Falcons OC to lead an offense that ranked 21st in total offense this season.

ESPN NFL
Jan 22, 2026

?? Mel Kiper's debut 2026 NFL mock draft
Where will national title game standouts Fernando Mendoza and Akheem Mesidor land in Round 1? And could we really see six WRs in the opening 32 picks?

ESPN NFL
Jan 22, 2026

McCaffrey, 4 QBs named AP NFL MVP finalists
Christian McCaffrey is the first player to be a finalist for three AP NFL awards in the same year, joining Josh Allen, Trevor Lawrence, Drake Maye and Matthew Stafford in the running for The Associated Press 2025 NFL Most Valuable Player award.

ESPN NFL
Jan 22, 2026

Who were the most valuable players in the NFL this season? Let's stack the top 100
We took the MVP conversation beyond Drake Maye vs. Matthew Stafford ... way beyond. Here are the 100 top players of the 2025 season.

ESPN NFL
Jan 22, 2026

Did Baker Mayfield ignite a rivalry and other NFC South questions
With two NFL Rookie of the Year candidates the Bucs QB calling out the Falcons, let's dive into the division.

ESPN NFL
Jan 22, 2026

Barnwell sorts out the NFL's wide receiver market: 20 free agents, trade targets and cut candidates
Will Alec Pierce get paid in free agency? What's next for Brandon Aiyuk and Keon Coleman? And could A.J. Brown or Brian Thomas Jr. get traded?

ESPN NFL
Jan 22, 2026

Buffalo fired Sean McDermott, but there's more blame to go around
With postseason losses piling up, the Bills fired coach Sean McDermott. But will it change anything?

ESPN NFL
Jan 22, 2026

Biggest issues for the Steelers' next head coach: QB, ownership, roster
Coaching candidates face a franchise viewed as falling "behind in the NFL in terms of a modern operation."

ESPN NFL
Jan 22, 2026

?? Kiper's debut 2026 NFL mock draft
Where will national title game standouts Fernando Mendoza and Akheem Mesidor land in Round 1? And could we really see six WRs in the opening 32 picks?

ESPN NFL
Jan 22, 2026

Sources: Bucs stay in South, tab Robinson as OC
The Buccaneers are finalizing a deal to hire former Falcons offensive coordinator Zac Robinson as their offensive coordinator, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Jan 22, 2026

How Cooper Kupp mentored and Davante Adams elevated Puka Nacua's game
Puka Nacua's elite performance can be attributed to the mentorship of veteran receivers Cooper Kupp and Davante Adams.

ESPN NFL
Jan 21, 2026

Sources: Giants exec Abrams leaves after 27 years
New York Giants senior vice president of football operations and strategy Kevin Abrams is leaving the organization after 27 years with the team, multiple sources told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Jan 21, 2026

Seahawks' Darnold 'better' but will limit throwing
Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald said Sam Darnold "continues to get better" but that the quarterback's throwing will be limited this week as he manages his oblique injury ahead of the NFC Championship Game on Sunday against the Rams.

ESPN NFL
Jan 21, 2026

Stidham, Broncos keep prep as normal as possible
Quarterback Jarrett Stidham, set to make his first start in two years in Sunday's AFC Championship Game, and the Broncos have tried to stick to the team's usual routines.

ESPN NFL
Jan 21, 2026

D-coordinator Flores signs extension with Vikings
The Vikings agreed to a new contract with defensive coordinator Brian Flores, meaning he will return to the team in 2026 if he does not accept a head coach position elsewhere in the coming weeks.

ESPN NFL
Jan 21, 2026

Chiefs bring back Bieniemy as OC, source says
The Chiefs agreed to a multiyear contract with Eric Bieniemy to be their new offensive coordinator, the same role he had with the team from 2018 to 2022, a league source told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Jan 21, 2026

Niners' injury probe includes looking into substation
Niners GM John Lynch said the team will look into "everything" to find out why injuries continue to pile up year after year, including an investigation into the viral electrical substation conspiracy theory.

ESPN NFL
Jan 21, 2026

Rams' Adams again at doorstep of 'mythical' SB
Davante Adams will be playing in his fifth NFC Championship Game when the Rams visit the Seahawks, but he's still looking for his first trip to the Super Bowl.

ESPN NFL
Jan 21, 2026

Source: Stefanski expected to hire Rees as OC
Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski bringing Tommy Rees along with him from Cleveland is "looking good," a source told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Jan 21, 2026

Texans OC Caley expected to return, GM says
Texans GM Nick Caserio said offensive coordinator Nick Caley is expected to return in 2026.

ESPN NFL
Jan 21, 2026

GM Lynch: Aiyuk has played last snap for 49ers
At Wednesday's end-of-season news conference, 49ers general manager John Lynch confirmed what has been obvious for months: WR Brandon Aiyuk will not return to the only NFL team he has ever known.

ESPN NFL
Jan 21, 2026

Coach: Bears QB, receivers need better chemistry
Among the areas Ben Johnson feels the Bears need to improve most next season is the chemistry between quarterback Caleb Williams and his pass catchers.

ESPN NFL
Jan 21, 2026

Questions on NFL draft's top 10 picks: Would the Raiders trade the No. 1 pick? Will the Chiefs go RB?
We're three months away from the 2026 NFL draft. What's the latest on each team picking in the top 10? Our reporters weigh in.

ESPN NFL
Jan 21, 2026

Pegula: Bills' despair, 'playoff wall' triggered firing
Bills owner Terry Pegula said he decided to fire Sean McDermott in the locker room after the loss to Denver, as he felt the team had hit "the proverbial playoff wall."

ESPN NFL
Jan 21, 2026

Mixon's Texans future unclear after 'freak' injury
Texans GM Nick Caserio said Wednesday that a "freak" foot injury kept RB Joe Mixon out for the season, and the team will have to "see where his status is."

ESPN NFL
Jan 21, 2026

QB Allen may need surgery, would be OTAs ready
Bills quarterback Josh Allen might need to undergo right foot surgery, though a procedure is not expected to affect his availability for OTAs.

ESPN NFL
Jan 21, 2026

Bills owner: Coaches pushed to draft Coleman
Sean McDermott and the Bills' coaching staff pushed the organization to draft Keon Coleman, according to owner Terry Pegula.

ESPN NFL
Jan 21, 2026

?? Draft rankings: Field Yates' top 25 prospects
Who are the best players in this year's NFL draft class? Which receivers have first-round talent? Field Yates stacks his top 25 board.

ESPN NFL
Jan 21, 2026

New NFL mock draft alert! Kiper projects all 32 first-round picks, including new homes for two QBs
Where will national title game standouts Fernando Mendoza and Akheem Mesidor land in Round 1? And could we really see six WRs in the opening 32 picks?

ESPN NFL
Jan 21, 2026

Nick Foles' message to Broncos fans: Pats 'struggle against backup QBs'
The former Eagles QB defeated the Patriots in Super Bowl LII after beginning the season as a backup.

ESPN NFL
Jan 21, 2026

Denver advances, but Bo Nix is out: Six questions about where the Broncos go from here
The Broncos advanced to the AFC title game but lost their QB to a broken ankle. So what's next for them on their Super Bowl quest?

ESPN NFL
Jan 21, 2026

Ex-NFL sideline reporter Tafoya to run for Senate
Former NFL sideline reporter Michele Tafoya launched her campaign for the U.S. Senate on Wednesday, hoping to win the Republican nomination for the Minnesota seat being vacated by retiring Democratic Sen. Tina Smith.

ESPN NFL
Jan 21, 2026

Draft order for Round 1: The first 28 slots are set, with the Raiders at No. 1
The Raiders, Jets and Cardinals hold the top three picks in the 2026 NFL draft. See the rest of the order.

ESPN NFL
Jan 21, 2026

Our reporters look ahead to the NFL draft: Big questions for every team selecting in the top 10
We're three months away from the 2026 NFL draft. What's the latest on each team picking in the top 10? Our reporters weigh in.

ESPN NFL
Jan 21, 2026

Caleb Williams' development made Bears' season a huge success
The Bears overachieved in every area, but nothing was more important than Caleb Williams' development at quarterback.

ESPN NFL
Jan 21, 2026

Our reporters look ahead to the draft: Big questions for every team selecting in the top 10
We're three months away from the 2026 NFL draft. What's the latest on each team picking in the top 10?

ESPN NFL
Jan 21, 2026

Kiper's debut NFL mock draft for 2026: Let's project perfect fits for all 32 first-round picks
Where will national title game standouts Fernando Mendoza and Akheem Mesidor land in Round 1? And could we really see six WRs in the opening 32 picks?

ESPN NFL
Jan 20, 2026

Sources: McDaniel set to become Chargers OC
Former Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel is expected to become the Los Angeles Chargers' offensive coordinator, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Jan 20, 2026

Mayfield takes swipe at ex-coach Stefanski in post
Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield jabbed at new Falcons coach Kevin Stefanski, saying, "Can't wait to see you twice a year, Coach."

ESPN NFL
Jan 20, 2026

Packers release former Pro Bowl cornerback Diggs
Former Pro Bowl cornerback Trevon Diggs was released by the Green Bay Packers on Tuesday after playing just two games and 34 snaps for them this season.

ESPN NFL
Jan 20, 2026

Harbaugh: Too much focus on Giants' hierarchy
New Giants coach John Harbaugh said too much is being made of who has more power to make decisions and that it's important that he and GM Joe Schoen work together.

ESPN NFL
Jan 20, 2026

Trespassing charge vs. Vikings' Addison dropped
A Florida state attorney has dropped a misdemeanor trespassing charge against Vikings receiver Jordan Addison, according to court records.

ESPN NFL
Jan 20, 2026

What does the hiring of Robert Saleh mean for Titans, Cam Ward?
Tennessee hired Saleh to turn the franchise around after back-to-back 3-14 seasons.

ESPN NFL
Jan 20, 2026

8-8 in the playoffs with Josh Allen? Buffalo fired Sean McDermott, but there's more blame to go around
With postseason losses piling up, the Bills fired coach Sean McDermott. But will it change anything? And where did things go wrong?

ESPN NFL
Jan 20, 2026

NFL execs predict 2026 moves: Lamar Jackson, A.J. Brown trades coming?
We asked NFL executives to make bold predictions about this offseason and next season. Could we see two superstar trades?

ESPN NFL
Jan 20, 2026

Offseason guide for eliminated teams: Key free agents, draft outlook, and predictions
The NFL offseason has arrived for 28 teams. What must each do to have a better season in 2026?

ESPN NFL
Jan 20, 2026

?? Yates' debut 2026 NFL draft rankings
Who are the best players in this year's NFL draft class? Which receivers have first-round talent? Field Yates stacks his top 25 board.

ESPN NFL
Jan 20, 2026

Sources: Titans hiring 49ers' Saleh as new coach
Robert Saleh is set to become the next coach of the Titans, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

ESPN NFL
Jan 20, 2026

As Chiefs OC, Eric Bieniemy could be exactly what offense needs
In his previous stint with the Chiefs, Bieniemy helped the offense finish no lower than sixth in points per game.

ESPN NFL
Jan 20, 2026

Can Kenneth Walker III carry Seahawks to Super Bowl after Zach Charbonnet's injury?
Charbonnet is out for the season. But luckily for the Seahawks, Walker has been on a roll recently.

ESPN NFL
Jan 20, 2026

Are Patriots QB Drake Maye's turnovers an issue against the Broncos?
The Broncos' defense is the best in the league at getting to the quarterback. How will the Patriots respond?

ESPN NFL
Jan 20, 2026

Was Sean McDermott really Buffalo's problem? There's plenty of blame to go around for its playoff woes
With postseason losses piling up, the Bills fired coach Sean McDermott. But will it change anything? And where did things go wrong?

ESPN NFL
Jan 20, 2026

Matt LaFleur's candidates to replace Packers DC Jeff Hafley could include Raheem Morris
Who are the other options LaFleur might be considering after getting his contract extension?

ESPN NFL
Jan 20, 2026

Tracking head coach changes: Titans expected to hire Robert Saleh
The Dolphins, Falcons, Giants and Titans made hires, but there are still six open NFL head coach jobs. Here's what to know.

ESPN NFL
Jan 20, 2026

Dolphins hire Packers' Hafley as new head coach
The Miami Dolphins hired Green Bay Packers defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley as their next head coach, the club announced on Monday night.

ESPN NFL
Jan 20, 2026

Sources: Titans finalizing deal to make Saleh coach
Robert Saleh is set to become the next coach of the Titans, with sources telling ESPN's Adam Schefter on Monday night that the sides are finalizing a deal.

ESPN NFL
Jan 19, 2026

Matt LaFleur's candidates to replace Hafley could include Raheem Morris
Who are the other options the LaFleur might be considering after getting his contract extension?

ESPN NFL
Jan 19, 2026

Fins hire Packers DC Hafley as next head coach
The Miami Dolphins hired Green Bay Packers defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley as their next head coach, the club announced on Monday night.

ESPN NFL
Jan 19, 2026

Broncos open window for Dobbins' return vs. Pats
The Broncos have opened the window for leading rusher J.K. Dobbins to return to practice this week and potentially play in the AFC Championship Game.

ESPN NFL
Jan 19, 2026

Sources: Fins hiring Packers' Hafley as new HC
The Dolphins are hiring Green Bay Packers defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley to become their next head coach, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Monday.

ESPN NFL
Jan 19, 2026

Kittle: 'Best-case' Achilles tear; eyes early return
George Kittle says he could return from his Achilles tear "well before November," as the 49ers enter an offseason of potential offensive change.

ESPN NFL
Jan 19, 2026

Miami Dolphins hire Jeff Hafley as head coach: What it means
How will Jeff Hafley fare in Miami? Our experts answer seven key questions about the Dolphins' new head coach.

ESPN NFL
Jan 19, 2026

Tracking NFL head coach changes
The Dolphins, Giants and Falcons made hires, but there are still seven open NFL head coach jobs.

ESPN NFL
Jan 19, 2026

Sources: Broncos open window for Dobbins' return
The Broncos are opening the window for RB J.K. Dobbins to return to practice this week and potentially play in the AFC Championship Game, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Jan 19, 2026

Lions set to hire Petzing as new OC, sources say
The Lions are finalizing a deal to hire former Cardinals offensive coordinator Drew Petzing as their next offensive coordinator, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

ESPN NFL
Jan 19, 2026

Bears' Williams: Wasn't on same page with Moore
Bears quarterback Caleb Williams stressed the importance of being on the same page with his wide receivers after DJ Moore faced criticism for his route-running effort in overtime.

ESPN NFL
Jan 19, 2026

Coaching candidates on Bills' radar, and Josh Allen's influence: Answering key questions
After playoff ouster, Bills fire Sean McDermott: Here's what we know.

ESPN NFL
Jan 19, 2026

Seahawks lose RB Charbonnet for rest of playoffs
Seahawks running back Zach Charbonnet will need season-ending surgery after suffering a significant knee injury Saturday, coach Mike Macdonald said Monday.

ESPN NFL
Jan 19, 2026

The Caleb throw, a controversial call and mistakes: Barnwell on 11 key plays
Let's sort out Caleb Williams' wild fourth-quarter TD throw, the Broncos' controversial INT and more.

ESPN NFL
Jan 19, 2026

Wait, now Sean McDermott is out, too?! Big questions on the Bills' surprising coaching change
After playoff ouster, Bills fire Sean McDermott: Here's what we know.

ESPN NFL
Jan 19, 2026

Falcons retaining DC Ulbrich under HC Stefanski
New Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski will keep incumbent defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich in his role.

ESPN NFL
Jan 19, 2026

The Caleb throw, a controversial call and plenty of mistakes: Barnwell sizes up 11 divisional round plays
Let's sort out Caleb Williams' wild fourth-quarter TD throw, the Broncos' controversial INT, a big Seattle kickoff return TD, a C.J. Stroud pick-six and more.

ESPN NFL
Jan 19, 2026

Broncos' AFC title game odds tumble with Nix hurt
The Patriots opened as 4.5-point road favorites over the Broncos for the AFC championship, while the Seahawks opened as 1.5-point home favorites over the Rams for the NFC championship, according to DraftKings lines.

ESPN NFL
Jan 19, 2026

Bills fire McDermott; Beane promoted to president
The Bills fired coach Sean McDermott and promoted Brandon Beane to president after Buffalo again failed to reach the Super Bowl despite its regular-season success.

ESPN NFL
Jan 19, 2026

Will Colts, Daniel Jones run it back in 2026?
There's mutual interest, but there's also the not small matter of the QB's recovery from a December torn Achilles.

ESPN NFL
Jan 19, 2026

Let's overreact to divisional round games: Pause Stroud's extension talks?
Another Super Bowl-less season for Buffalo. Let's make sense of every divisional round game.

ESPN NFL
Jan 19, 2026

Barnwell: The 11 most fascinating plays of the divisional round, and why each mattered
Let's sort out Caleb Williams' wild fourth-quarter TD throw, the Broncos' controversial INT, a big Seattle kickoff-return TD, a C.J. Stroud pick-six and more.

ESPN NFL
Jan 19, 2026

The AFC North: 1 coach, 2 (?) starting QBs, many questions
Mike Tomlin, John Harbaugh and Kevin Stefanski are gone, and probably Aaron Rodgers. So what's next?

ESPN NFL
Jan 19, 2026

Bears' Williams: Future bright despite painful exit
Caleb Williams and the Bears expressed frustration with the way the season abruptly ended, but left Sunday night with a positive outlook for the future.

ESPN NFL
Jan 19, 2026

Pats' D fueled by talk, makes statement vs. Texans
Thanks to a swarming defensive performance -- which tied the franchise postseason record with four interceptions -- the Patriots advance to the AFC Championship Game next Sunday against the Broncos.

ESPN NFL
Jan 19, 2026

Los Angeles prevails in divisional round win over Chicago
The Bears had been kings of comeback wins, but the Rams are the ones advancing to the NFC title game.

ESPN NFL
Jan 19, 2026

Uneven Rams overcome 'bad coaching' in OT win
The Rams overcame what Sean McVay called "bad coaching" in Sunday's win over the Bears, using a dominant defensive performance and timely plays to gut out the victory.

ESPN NFL
Jan 19, 2026

Pats D fueled by talk, makes statement vs. Texans
Thanks to a swarming defensive performance -- which tied the franchise postseason record with four interceptions -- the Patriots advance to the AFC Championship Game next Sunday against the Broncos.

ESPN NFL
Jan 19, 2026

Let's overreact to divisional round games: Pause Stroud's extension talks? Concern about Stafford?
Hold off on any new Stroud deals? Another Super Bowl-less season for Buffalo? Let's make sense of every divisional round game.

ESPN NFL
Jan 18, 2026

What's next for the Broncos, Patriots, Rams and Seahawks? First look at the NFL's conference title games
Let's preview the conference championship matchups. How can the Broncos, Patriots Rams and Seahawks advance to the Super Bowl? Here's what to know.

ESPN NFL
Jan 18, 2026

Los Angeles Rams prevail in divisional round win over Chicago Bears
The Bears had been kings of comeback wins, but the Rams are the ones advancing to the NFC title game.

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