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Feb 06, 2026

The team that Mike Vrabel built: ?How the Patriots found success so fast
There were five key points over the last year that set New England on track to face the Seahawks on Sunday.

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Feb 06, 2026

A do-over of the 2025 NFL draft: Let's redraft the first 64 picks
Abdul Carter to the Jets? Tyler Shough to the Browns? Emeka Egbuka to the 49ers?

ESPN NFL
Feb 06, 2026

Reid's updated NFL draft rankings: Who jumped up the board after the Senior Bowl?
Jordan Reid ranked the top 50 players in the 2026 NFL draft class, including scouting reports and standouts at every position.

ESPN NFL
Feb 06, 2026

One-stop Super Bowl cheat sheet: Everything you need to know about Seahawks-Patriots
We have picks, bold predictions, X factors, key matchups, betting notes and more for Super Bowl LX between the Seahawks and Patriots.

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Feb 06, 2026

Swami Sez: Chris Berman picks the winner of Super Bowl LX
Boomer has correctly picked the winner in five of the past seven years. Which preseason long shot did he pick?

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Feb 06, 2026

An eventful start to the Broncos' offseason: How will the offense look when Bo Nix returns?
Nix will spend the next few months rehabbing his ankle, while Broncos coach Sean Payton has his own agenda for improving the Denver roster.

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Feb 06, 2026

AP, Big Ben, Gronk lead '27 HOF 1st-time eligibles
The first-ballot headliners for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2027 include running back Adrian Peterson, quarterback Ben Roethlisberger and tight end Rob Gronkowski. Each of those players played their last season in 2021.

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Feb 06, 2026

Stafford wins first MVP, says he'll return in '26
Rams QB Matthew Stafford edged Drake Maye in the closest MVP vote since 2003, then closed his acceptance speech by saying he'll return to play next season.

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Feb 05, 2026

Garrett named DPOY; JSN wins offensive honors
Myles Garrett's record-breaking season earned him a unanimous selection as Defensive Player of the Year, while Jaxon Smith-Njigba narrowly won Offensive Player of the Year at Thursday's NFL Honors ceremony.

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Feb 05, 2026

2026 NFL Honors: Who won the league's biggest awards?
Here are all the winners from Thursday's NFL Honors ceremony in San Francisco.

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Feb 05, 2026

Brees, Fitzgerald make Hall of Fame in first year
The Pro Football Hall of Fame will welcome five into its 2026 class, including Drew Brees and Larry Fitzgerald - who both were in their first year of eligibility - as well as Adam Vinatieri, Luke Kuechly and Roger Craig.

ESPN NFL
Feb 05, 2026

2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame: Meet the new members
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Feb 05, 2026

Cowboys picked to play in NFL's first game in Rio
The Cowboys will play in the NFL's first regular-season game in Rio de Janeiro against a TBD opponent at historic Maracana Stadium.

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Feb 05, 2026

Jets DT Phillips: Glenn inherited 'cancerous' group
Jets DT Harrison Phillips said it's been difficult for the team to get over the franchise's losing culture, saying first-year coach Aaron Glenn inherited a "cancerous" group.

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Feb 05, 2026

No Spanish? No problem: Bad Bunny promises a party at halftime
Bad Bunny reassured fans that his performance is meant to be felt, not translated.

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Feb 05, 2026

McMillan apologizes for racial slur at esports event
Panthers receiver Tetairoa McMillan, who is up for the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year Award, apologized for using a racial slur during a livestream esports event.

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Feb 05, 2026

Go big or go home: Super Bowl LX's most outrageous menu items
From a bone-in "Hammer" burger to a frozen Irish coffee float and a fortune cookie martini, this year's game-day eats are as grand as the stage itself.

ESPN NFL
Feb 05, 2026

Gruden lawyers to seek testimony from Goodell
Jon Gruden's attorneys will seek testimony from NFL commissioner Roger Goodell and at least four current and former NFL owners in his lawsuit over whether the league leaked the emails that forced his departure as Raiders coach.

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Feb 05, 2026

New Bills DC Leonhard sides with Broncos on INT
New Bills defensive coordinator Jim Leonhard is straddling both sides of the argument on the controversial interception play in the Bills' 33-30 loss to the Broncos in the playoffs.

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Feb 05, 2026

Ex-Patriots call 'bullcrap' on Brady's SB stance
Tom Brady said he doesn't have a "dog in the fight" in this year's Super Bowl, and his former New England Patriots teammates are calling "bullcrap."

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Feb 05, 2026

49ers are Rams' opponent for 1st Australia game
The 49ers will be the Rams' opponent for the first NFL regular-season game in Melbourne, Australia, during the 2026 season.

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Feb 05, 2026

Seahawks 'fully expect' Emmanwori to play in SB
The Seahawks "fully expect" Nick Emmanwori to play in Super Bowl LX after he left practice yesterday with an ankle injury, coach Mike Macdonald said Thursday.

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Feb 05, 2026

How Christian McCaffrey bounced back in most impressive year yet
After an injury-plagued 2024, CMC returned to form and carried the 49ers into the postseason.

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Feb 05, 2026

DraftKings DFS: What to consider when picking a Showdown captain
Daniel Dopp takes you through the process of creating a Seahwks-Patriots lineup for DraftKings' DFS Showdown.

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Feb 05, 2026

Ex-Patriots call 'bull crap' on Brady's SB stance
Tom Brady said he doesn't have a "dog in the fight" in this year's Super Bowl, and his former New England Patriots teammates are calling "bull crap."

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Feb 05, 2026

Barnwell's annual Super Bowl opus: We size up every facet of Seahawks-Patriots and pick the winner
Can Drake Maye hit enough big plays? Which Sam Darnold will show up? And will defense define this Super Bowl matchup? Let's go deep on Seahawks-Patriots.

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Feb 05, 2026

The Patriots have a secret defensive weapon: Ben McAdoo
The new Ben McAdoo is going to the big game as an under-the-radar defensive asset.

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Feb 05, 2026

Sixty bets for Super Bowl 60 to get you ready for Seahawks-Patriots
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Feb 05, 2026

Sixty bets for Super Bowl 60
We navigated the thousands of bets being offered for Super Bowl LX and narrowed it down to our 60 favorite from 10 different categories.

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Feb 05, 2026

Will Stafford come back? What about Davante? Five offseason questions for the Rams
The Rams must adjust in the offseason to make up for their playoff loss

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Feb 05, 2026

For Panthers' great Luke Kuechly, HOF would be 'the last check mark of the career'
Kuechly will find out Thursday if he will be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in his second year as a finalist.

ESPN NFL
Feb 05, 2026

An epic halftime and Manning's farewell: Revisiting Levi's Stadium's last Super Bowl
Cam Newton vs. Peyton Manning, Coldplay/Bruno Mars/Beyoncé's halftime show and other notable moments from the last time the Bay Area hosted the Super Bowl.

ESPN NFL
Feb 05, 2026

Super Bowl LX: Seahawks-Patriots marks latest rematch in big game
This year marks the 10th different repeat Super Bowl matchup and the fourth the Patriots are in themselves.

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Feb 05, 2026

Who has the edge in Seahawks-Patriots? Barnwell previews every possible angle of Super Bowl LX
Can Drake Maye hit enough big plays? Which Sam Darnold will show up? And will defense define this Super Bowl matchup? Let's go deep on Seahawks-Patriots.

ESPN NFL
Feb 05, 2026

Who makes Mike Macdonald's defense so good? Seahawks to watch in Super Bowl LX
Devon Witherspoon, DeMarcus Lawrence and Nick Emmanwori are crucial players on Seattle's defense.

ESPN NFL
Feb 04, 2026

Darnold says oblique 'good'; Emmanwori injured
Neither Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald nor Sam Darnold seems concerned about the quarterback's oblique injury, but nickelback Nick Emmanwori hurt his ankle in practice Wednesday.

ESPN NFL
Feb 04, 2026

Maye full participant in Pats practice, feels 'great'
Patriots quarterback Drake Maye took all the first-team repetitions in a 90-minute practice Wednesday as the team continues preparations for Super Bowl LX against the Seahawks.

ESPN NFL
Feb 04, 2026

OL coach Stoutland says he won't return to Eagles
Jeff Stoutland announced Wednesday that he will not return as Eagles offensive line coach, a position he has held since 2013.

ESPN NFL
Feb 04, 2026

Packers GM Gutekunst seeks solutions after another late-season collapse
Packers president Ed Policy committed to Brian Gutekunst and coach Matt LaFleur to find the answers.

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Feb 04, 2026

Penix vows he'll never fold in face of pressure
Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. wrote a post Wednesday on Instagram addressing how he has battled the odds and those who have doubted him.

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Feb 04, 2026

Mahomes' father arrested for violating probation
The father of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has been arrested in Texas after authorities said he violated his probation from a

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Feb 04, 2026

New OC says Fins to add competition at QB spot
Dolphins offensive coordinator Bobby Slowik praised quarterback Tua Tagovailoa for how he handled his benching last season but stopped short of sharing the team's plans for him in 2026.

ESPN NFL
Feb 04, 2026

Darnold: Oblique 'feels really good' ahead of SB
With four days to go before Super Bowl LX, neither Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald nor Sam Darnold seems concerned about the quarterback's oblique injury.

ESPN NFL
Feb 04, 2026

Steelers hire Angelichio as offensive coordinator
Former Vikings passing game coordinator and tight ends coach Brian Angelichio has been hired as the Steelers' new offensive coordinator. een hired

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Feb 04, 2026

Source: Cardinals' LaFleur hires Hackett as OC
The Cardinals are hiring Nathaniel Hackett as their offensive coordinator, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

ESPN NFL
Feb 04, 2026

Why Pro Bowlers say it would take 'a lot' for a defensive player to win Super Bowl MVP
We asked Pro Bowlers what it would take for a defensive player to win Super Bowl MVP.

ESPN NFL
Feb 04, 2026

Super Bowl LX expected to see highest ticket price since 2020
Vivid Seats projects the crowd split in Santa Clara on Sunday will be a 61-39 advantage toward Seahawks fans.

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Feb 04, 2026

Puppy Bowl's newest MVPs? The veterans
Senior dogs will also take center stage in the annual Super Bowl counterprogramming event.

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Feb 04, 2026

Sources: Giants hiring NFL's Aponte as senior VP
The Giants are hiring NFL executive Dawn Aponte as senior vice president in football operations, sources told ESPN's Jordan Raanan and Adam Schefter.

ESPN NFL
Feb 04, 2026

Gonzalez vs. JSN? Campbell vs. Lawrence? Sorting five key Super Bowl matchups
Can Christian Gonzalez contain Jaxon Smith-Njigba? Will DeMarcus Lawrence get the best of Will Campbell?

ESPN NFL
Feb 04, 2026

Ghostbusters: Back Darnold, Seahawks to exorcise some demons in Super Bowl LX
Do not underestimate the revenge factor as Sam Darnold and the Seahawks face their New England demons.

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Feb 04, 2026

49ers' McCaffrey honored for support of military
49ers All-Pro running back Christian McCaffrey is the USAA 2025 Salute to Service award winner.

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Feb 04, 2026

Jets name Reich as OC in critical hire for Glenn
The Jets have hired former NFL head coach Frank Reich as their offensive coordinator and playcaller.

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Feb 04, 2026

Winfield's INT of Burrow seals NFC's Pro Bowl win
Buccaneers safety Antoine Winfield Jr. jumped a route to intercept Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow to seal the NFC's 66-52 comeback win against the AFC in the league's third Pro Bowl flag football game Tuesday night.

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Feb 04, 2026

Five head-to-head matchups that could impact the Super Bowl
Can Christian Gonzalez contain Jaxon Smith-Njigba? Will DeMarcus Lawrence get the best of Will Campbell?

ESPN NFL
Feb 04, 2026

High school stories of 11 Super Bowl stars -- and two coaches
Find out what Sam Darnold, Drake Maye, Cooper Kupp, TreVeyon Henderson and others were like before the NFL.

ESPN NFL
Feb 04, 2026

NFC rolls in 2026 Pro Bowl Games victory
From touchdowns to fun celebrations, here are the best moments from the 2026 Pro Bowl flag football game.

ESPN NFL
Feb 03, 2026

NFC rolls is 2026 Pro Bowl victory
From touchdowns to fun celebrations, here are the best moments from the 2026 Pro Bowl flag football game.

ESPN NFL
Feb 03, 2026

Pro Bowl Games: Live updates from the NFC vs. AFC flag football game
From touchdowns to fun celebrations, here are the best moments from the 2026 Pro Bowl flag football game.

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Feb 03, 2026

Cards' LaFleur to call plays as QB decision looms
New Cardinals coach Mike LaFleur said Tuesday that he will call offensive plays and said he has already spoken with quarterback Kyler Murray, though no decision has been made yet at the position.

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Feb 03, 2026

NFLPA: Players 'have no appetite' for 18th game
NFL Players Association leadership made it clear Tuesday that the players aren't in support of an expanded regular-season schedule.

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Feb 03, 2026

How well do you remember these title-winning teams? See how you stack up
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Feb 03, 2026

59 Super Bowl rings, 59 stories
Ahead of Super Bowl LX, learn a unique story of one ring from every championship.

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Feb 03, 2026

Why Cowboys DC Christian Parker's staff might look different
Parker has been casting a wide net in filling out his defensive coaching staff.

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Feb 03, 2026

What Todd Monken should prioritize in his first season in Cleveland and why
As Cleveland's new coach rebuilds, there are challenges at coordinator and in the quarterbacks room.

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Feb 03, 2026

Packers roots run deep for Super Bowl GMs Schneider and Wolf
Seahawks GM John Schneider and Patriots executive Eliot Wolf have long histories in Green Bay.

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Feb 03, 2026

?? Miller's two-round 2026 mock draft
Matt Miller goes two rounds deep in his latest NFL mock draft. Which prospects rose after the Senior Bowl? Which teams need QBs?

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Feb 03, 2026

Browns' Monken mum on DC Schwartz, QB1
New Browns head coach Todd Monken said it's "inappropriate" to comment about defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz's future. Schwartz had reportedly said he would not return to Cleveland. Monken also wouldn't commit to Shedeur Sanders as QB1.

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Feb 03, 2026

NFL: No planned ICE presence at Super Bowl LX
The NFL's chief security officer said the federal security presence at Super Bowl LX will be consistent with past games and ICE will not be among the agencies there.

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Feb 03, 2026

Bills GM blasts critics amid turbulent offseason
Bills GM Brandon Beane lashed out at critics who dislike Buffalo's offseason coaching change, saying "F--- the outside."

ESPN NFL
Feb 03, 2026

Falcons' Ryan won't commit to Penix as starter
Falcons president of football Matt Ryan would not commit Tuesday to Michael Penix Jr. being the team's starting quarterback.

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Feb 03, 2026

Veteran Joe Flacco, rookie Shedeur Sanders excited to be first-time Pro Bowlers
The quarterbacks are two of 29 first-time Pro Bowlers participating in Tuesday's game (8 p.m. ET, ESPN).

ESPN NFL
Feb 03, 2026

Sources: Giants to hire Nagy as Harbaugh's OC
The Giants will hire Matt Nagy as their offensive coordinator, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

ESPN NFL
Feb 03, 2026

Sources: Kraft not selected for HOF Class of 2026
Patriots owner Robert Kraft, like his former head coach Bill Belichick, was not selected for entry into this year's Pro Football Hall of Fame class, sources told ESPN.

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Feb 03, 2026

Super Bowl LX betting buzz: Blue, orange the favorites in Gatorade dump markets
After a week of betting, sportsbooks are split on how to handle the heavy volume on Seattle to cover the spread.

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Feb 03, 2026

What did he say? Why millions ride on the words of Super Bowl announcers
This Super Bowl, millions of dollars will be riding on not just the athletes -- but the announcers.

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Feb 03, 2026

Brian Burns' KO of WR's tooth set tone for Pro Bowl season
Burns was willing to put in extra effort that teammates and coaches saw from the start of spring workouts through a season-high 16.5 sacks.

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Feb 03, 2026

A do-over of the 2025 NFL draft: Let's redraft the first 64 picks, with changes starting at No. 2
Abdul Carter to the Jets? Tyler Shough to the Browns? Emeka Egbuka to the 49ers? We repicked the first two rounds of last year's NFL draft.

ESPN NFL
Feb 03, 2026

The art of the pregame outfit and the stylist behind the NFL's crossover with fashion
From pregame style to fashion week, NFL fashion editor Kyle Smith helps players level up their style.

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Feb 03, 2026

Seattle's Kubiak 'all-in' on LX amid Raiders buzz
Asked about reports that he's expected to become the next head coach of the Raiders, Seahawks OC Klint Kubiak said his sole focus is on the Super Bowl.

ESPN NFL
Feb 02, 2026

Super Bowl LX Patriots-Seahawks media day: Top quotes, moments, highlights
Before the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots take the field for Super Bowl LX, media day festivities took place on Monday.

ESPN NFL
Feb 02, 2026

Sources: Browns hiring Ravens' Switzer to be OC
The Browns are hiring Ravens run game coordinator Travis Switzer to be their offensive coordinator, league sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter, bringing a trusted assistant from Baltimore to join new coach Todd Monken's staff.

ESPN NFL
Feb 02, 2026

Maye (shoulder) 'turned a corner,' threw normally
Patriots quarterback Drake Maye, who injured his right throwing shoulder in the AFC Championship Game, said he took his normal number of throws at practice Monday and that his recovery has "turned a corner" leading into Super Bowl LX against the Seahawks.

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Feb 02, 2026

NFL to reevaluate Rooney Rule: 'More work to do'
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell said Monday that the league will take a closer a look at the Rooney Rule and all that it encompasses after an offseason hiring cycle that saw only one of 10 head-coaching jobs go to a minority candidate.

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Feb 02, 2026

Goodell: Belichick will eventually be Hall of Famer
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell said Monday the league has nothing to do with the vote for the Pro Football Hall of Fame and that he believes Bill Belichick will eventually be inducted.

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Feb 02, 2026

Goodell: Report of $5M fine for Seahawks untrue
Roger Goodell denied a report in the Wall Street Journal that the Seattle Seahawks were fined $5 million due to their ownership structure not in compliance with league bylaws.

ESPN NFL
Feb 02, 2026

Source: Bradley reuniting with Saleh as Titans DC
The Titans are hiring Gus Bradley to be their defensive coordinator, a source said.

ESPN NFL
Feb 02, 2026

NFL to return to Mexico City with game in 2026
The NFL will play a regular-season game in Mexico City in 2026, commissioner Roger Goodell announced Monday.

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Feb 02, 2026

McVay: 'Fingers crossed' Stafford to play in '26
Sean McVay said he does not have a timetable for Matthew Stafford's decision about his future but is "hopeful" the Rams' star quarterback will be back for his 18th NFL season in 2026.

ESPN NFL
Feb 02, 2026

NFL to look into Tisch's Epstein files connection
The NFL said Monday it is aware emails released by the Justice Department on Friday show that convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein connected Giants co-owner Steve Tisch with numerous women and will look into the matter.

ESPN NFL
Feb 02, 2026

Jefferson: Vikings likely better if Darnold stayed
Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson can't help but wonder if things would've been different had Sam Darnold been under center instead of oft-injured J.J. McCarthy.

ESPN NFL
Feb 02, 2026

Broncos fill OC vacancy by promoting asst. Webb
Broncos assistant coach Davis Webb has reached agreement to become the team's offensive coordinator.

ESPN NFL
Feb 02, 2026

Sources: Raiders expected to hire Kubiak after SB
The Raiders are expected to hire Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak as their next head coach after the Super Bowl, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

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Feb 02, 2026

Sources: Weaver to return to Ravens as new DC
The Ravens are expected to hire Anthony Weaver as their defensive coordinator, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Monday.

ESPN NFL
Feb 02, 2026

Wetzel: NFL should look into Giants co-owner Steve Tisch
Steve Tisch isn't accused of violating any law, but commissioner Roger Goodell should ask lots of questions.

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Feb 02, 2026

Projecting Rounds 1-2 of the NFL draft: Landing spots for 11 Senior Bowl standouts -- but just two QBs?
Matt Miller goes two rounds deep in his latest mock draft. Which prospects rose after the Senior Bowl? Which teams need QBs?

ESPN NFL
Feb 02, 2026

From seeing ghosts to the Super Bowl: Why the Jets' former GM believed in Sam Darnold
Mike Maccagnan and former teammates of Darnold talked openly about their unwavering faith in the QB.

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Feb 02, 2026

Rams sign coach McVay, GM Snead to extensions
The Rams have signed head coach Sean McVay and general manager Les Snead to multiyear contract extensions.

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Feb 02, 2026

Saints to play in NFL's first Paris game in 2026
The NFL will play a regular-season game in Paris for the first time in 2026, and the Saints were announced as one of the teams playing in the contest.

ESPN NFL
Feb 02, 2026

Hispanic icons who owned Super Bowl halftime before Bad Bunny
From Bruno Mars to Gloria Estefan, a wide array of Hispanic superstars has graced the Super Bowl halftime stage. Reflect on top performances now.

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