NEWS: ESPN NFL
Setup News Ticker
   NEWS: ESPN NFL
ESPN NFL
Apr 30, 2026

Bengals decline DE Murphy's option, source says
The Bengals are not picking up the fifth-year option for defensive end Myles Murphy, a source told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.

ESPN NFL
Apr 30, 2026

Source: Vet DE Campbell reuniting with Ravens
Veteran defensive end Calais Campbell, who played with the Ravens from 2020 to 2022, is returning to sign a one-year deal with Baltimore, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

ESPN NFL
Apr 30, 2026

Sources: Giants' Slayton has core-muscle surgery
Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton had surgery for a core-muscle injury recently and is expected to be sidelined throughout the Giants' offseason program this spring, sources told NFL Network.

ESPN NFL
Apr 30, 2026

Why Cowboys' Jerry Jones isn't afraid to trade wit...
Dallas made yet another draft-day trade with Philly and the hope is that its string of success continues.

ESPN NFL
Apr 30, 2026

'You can't just plug and play any quarterback in there': Why the Rams see Simpson as Stafford's heir apparent
The Rams eyed Simpson early in the process -- and just didn't let on.

ESPN NFL
Apr 30, 2026

What NFL scouts, coaches, execs are saying about a...
One week since the start of the 2026 NFL draft, what are league sources saying about all 32 classes?

ESPN NFL
Apr 30, 2026

Reid's early NFL mock draft for next year: Which 2...
We're still a full year out, but let's make way-too-early predictions for every first-round pick of the 2027 NFL draft. Will Arch Manning go No. 1? Jeremiah Smith?

ESPN NFL
Apr 29, 2026

Rooney explains rationale behind Rodgers tender
Art Rooney II remains confident Aaron Rodgers will ultimately be their QB in 2026, but he told NFL Network the team applied the rarely used UFA tender on him to make sure it would secure a compensatory pick "in the unlikely event he goes somewhere else."

ESPN NFL
Apr 29, 2026

Sources: Brzezinski seeks full-time Vikes GM job
Vikings interim general manager Rob Brzezinski has expressed interest in the permanent job as the team begins its search process this week, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Apr 29, 2026

Texans, LB Al-Shaair agree to 3-year extension
The Texans and linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair have reached agreement on a three-year extension, according to NFL Network.

ESPN NFL
Apr 29, 2026

Sources: NFL assigns ref crews as CBA progresses
The NFL distributed crew assignments to referees this week amid indications of continued progress toward a deal on a new collective bargaining agreement with the NFL Referees Association, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Apr 29, 2026

Simmons retires as Bronco: 'My heart, my home'
Two-time Pro Bowl safety Justin Simmons announced Wednesday that he is retiring from the NFL as a member of the Broncos.

ESPN NFL
Apr 29, 2026

?? J.J. McCarthy marries his longtime girlfriend
The Minnesota Vikings quarterback proposed to his longtime girlfriend in January 2024.

ESPN NFL
Apr 29, 2026

Source: Veteran DT Harris expected to join Giants
The New York Giants are expected to sign veteran defensive tackle Shelby Harris to a one-year deal, a source told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Apr 29, 2026

32 draft-day trades that will always be remembered...
NFL Nation looks back at the draft deals that produced memorable outcomes -- good or bad -- for their teams.

ESPN NFL
Apr 29, 2026

Miller: Ranking the 100 best NFL draft picks of 20...
Matt Miller picked out his 100 favorite selections, factoring in value, fit and trades. Which pick is No. 1? Which teams dominated the list?

ESPN NFL
Apr 29, 2026

Ranking the 100 best picks of the NFL draft: What ...
Matt Miller picked out his 100 favorite selections, factoring in value, fit and trades. Which pick is No. 1? Which teams dominated the list?

ESPN NFL
Apr 29, 2026

UFL Power Rankings: Calling on a Magic 8-Ball to a...
At the halfway point of the season, defending champ DC is surging, while Birmingham still hasn't found its footing.

ESPN NFL
Apr 29, 2026

Why did the Raiders invest heavily in the secondar...
Of the Raiders' 10 total picks in the 2026 NFL draft, four were defensive backs.

ESPN NFL
Apr 29, 2026

Philly drafts TE Eli Stowers to delight of former ...
Matthews sees Stowers as a "natural fit" in Philadelphia.

ESPN NFL
Apr 29, 2026

Revisiting most impactful draft-day trade for 32 N...
NFL Nation looks back at the draft deals that produced memorable outcomes -- good or bad -- for their teams.

ESPN NFL
Apr 29, 2026

Nix had second procedure on ankle, sources say
Bo Nix had a second procedure on his surgically repaired right ankle last week, and his participation in the Broncos' offseason program, which is set to begin Monday, could be limited, sources said.

ESPN NFL
Apr 29, 2026

Mauro, who played 8 seasons in NFL, dies at 35
Josh Mauro, who played for the Cardinals, Raiders and Giants during an eight-year NFL career, died last week at the age of 35.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2026

Brinker exits as Titans' president of football ops...
Chad Brinker on Tuesday stepped down as the Titans' president of football operations, a role he had since 2024.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2026

Lions pick up Gibbs' option, decline Campbell's
The Lions have picked up the fifth-year option on running back Jahmyr Gibbs' contract but declined the option on Jack Campbell's deal, a source confirmed to ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2026

Source: Jets considering Russell Wilson for QB2
The Jets, exploring the veteran backup quarterbacks available, had Russell Wilson in for a visit late Monday night, a source told ESPN's Rich Cimini.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2026

Pats focused on football not Vrabel-Russini pics
New England Patriots players and executives kept the focus on the upcoming season and showed support for Mike Vrabel in the wake of photos posted of the coach and former Athletic reporter Dianna Russini.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2026

Romo again falls short in elusive bid for U.S. Ope...
Former Cowboys QB Tony Romo will have to try another year to make it to the U.S. Open after he shot a 9-over 79 and missed out by 11 shots in a local qualifier.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2026

Steelers use seldom-used UFA tender on Rodgers
The Steelers placed the seldom-used UFA tender on quarterback Aaron Rodgers on Tuesday, which preserves Pittsburgh's right to receive a compensatory draft pick in the event that Rodgers signs with another team before July 22.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2026

Ravens sign undrafted QBs Pavia and Fagnano
The Ravens have signed undrafted quarterbacks Diego Pavia and Joe Fagnano ahead of the team's scheduled rookie minicamp this weekend.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2026

Eagles longtime assistant GM, senior VP depart
Two key members of the Eagles front office, Alec Halaby and Bryce Johnston, announced their departures from the organization this week after lengthy tenures with the team.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2026

GM: Bills 'shut down' trade interest in Coleman
The Bills "shut down" a couple of teams that reached out with trade interest in Keon Coleman earlier this offseason, general manager Brandon Beane said Monday on local radio station WGR-550.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2026

Saints declining Wilson's option after draft trade...
The Saints are declining the fifth-year contract option on defensive end Tyree Wilson after trading for him Saturday, according to the NFL Network.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2026

Barnwell looks back at 12 quarterback situations v...
Matthew Stafford just won MVP, but the contending Rams still drafted Ty Simpson in Round 1. Is it bad team building, or are there precedents for this working?

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2026

Kiper's grades for all 32 NFL draft classes: Why t...
Mel Kiper Jr. evaluates the entire 2026 NFL draft, from the good (Cowboys, Jets) to the questionable (Rams).

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2026

Steelers use UFA tender on Aaron Rodgers: What doe...
Pittsburgh adds protection in case the 42-year-old QB bolts elsewhere. ESPN's NFL experts explain next steps.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2026

Steelers put seldom-used UFA tender on Rodgers
The Steelers placed the seldom-used UFA tender on quarterback Aaron Rodgers on Tuesday, which preserves Pittsburgh's right to receive a compensatory draft pick in the event that Rodgers signs with another team before July 22.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2026

Romo again falls short in elusive bid for U.S. Open
Former Cowboys QB Tony Romo will have to try another year to make it to the U.S. Open after he shot a 9-over 79 and missed out by 11 shots in a local qualifier.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2026

Eagles' longtime assistant GM, senior VP depart
Two key members of the Eagles front office, Alec Halaby and Bryce Johnston, announced their departures from the organization this week after lengthy tenures with the team.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2026

Barnwell looks back at 12 quarterback situations very similar to the Rams' scenario: When has this strategy worked?
Matthew Stafford just won MVP, but the contending Rams still drafted Ty Simpson in Round 1. Is it bad team building, or are there precedents for this working?

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2026

Fantasy football rankings for 2026 season
Fantasy football rankings for the upcoming season, for PPR leagues, as well as IDP and dynasty setups.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2026

Fantasy football winners and losers post-NFL draft...
Which players benefited most from the happenings during draft weekend, and which saw their stocks fall the most.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2026

Does the Rams' Stafford-Simpson approach make sense? Barnwell looks at 12 similar past situations
Matthew Stafford just won MVP, but the contending Rams still drafted Ty Simpson in Round 1. Is it bad team building, or are there precedents for this working?

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2026

'He won a lot of football games at a high level': Why the Cardinals believe in Carson Beck
Beck made 43 starts in his college career and played in five CFP games, so he understands the spotlight.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2026

Postdraft questions for all 32 NFL teams: What cou...
The NFL draft is over, but can the rookies make an impact? We answer lingering questions for all 32 teams.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2026

Postdraft questions for all 32 NFL teams: What could A.J. Brown cost Pats?
The NFL draft is over, but can the rookies make an impact? We answer lingering questions for all 32 teams.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2026

Yates' favorite NFL draft picks: Five players from every round who fit well with their new teams
Omar Cooper Jr. at No. 30? R Mason Thomas in Round 2? Cole Payton on Day 3? Field Yates has the best picks in every round.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2026

Yates' favorite NFL draft picks: Five players from...
Omar Cooper Jr. at No. 30? R Mason Thomas in Round 2? Cole Payton on Day 3? Field Yates has the best picks in every round.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2026

Fantasy football winners and losers after NFL draft: Price-to-Seattle a perfect fit?
Which players benefited most from the happenings during draft weekend, and which saw their stocks fall the most.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2026

Revealing 2026's Prospect X, his unique backstory and dramatic NFL draft journey
This year's diamond in the NFL scouting rough ended up getting drafted. You won't believe his story.

ESPN NFL
Apr 28, 2026

Copy of Which teams won -- and lost -- on Day 2 of the NFL...
We're through 100 picks of the NFL draft. Mel Kiper Jr. sorts through the steals and reaches of Day 2, including some big value selections.

ESPN NFL
Apr 27, 2026

Simpson: Met secretly with McVay before draft
Newly drafted QB Ty Simpson said in an ESPN Radio interview that he kept his meeting with coach Sean McVay "private" in accordance with the Rams' wishes.

ESPN NFL
Apr 27, 2026

Saints declining Wilson's option after draft trade
The Saints are declining defensive end Tyree Wilson's fifth-year option after trading for him Saturday, according to the NFL Network.

ESPN NFL
Apr 27, 2026

Ex-Bama DT pleads guilty after posing as NFLers
Ex-Alabama DT Luther Davis entered guilty pleas in federal court in Atlanta to one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and one count of aggravated identity theft. Prosecutors say Davis pretended to be three NFL players on video calls with investors.

ESPN NFL
Apr 27, 2026

Draft 1st round 3rd-most watched, down from '25
The first round of the NFL draft averaged 13.2 million viewers across television and digital platforms, making it the third-most watched first round on record, behind 2020's audience of 15.5 million and last year's 13.6 million.

ESPN NFL
Apr 27, 2026

Eagles pick up 5th-year options for Carter, Smith
The Eagles picked up the fifth-year options for 2023 first-round picks Jalen Carter and Nolan Smith on Monday.

ESPN NFL
Apr 27, 2026

Giants great Taylor in hospital with stomach issue
Hall of Fame linebacker Lawrence Taylor has been hospitalized for a stomach-related issue that a representative of his said does not appear to be life-threatening.

ESPN NFL
Apr 27, 2026

Buccaneers pick up DT Kancey's 5th-year option
The Buccaneers have picked up the fifth-year option on defensive tackle Calijah Kancey, the team announced Monday.

ESPN NFL
Apr 27, 2026

NFL futures: Hierarchy largely unchanged after draft; Rams still favorites
Every NFL team's team's win total, as well as odds to win their division, the conference and Super Bowl LXI.

ESPN NFL
Apr 27, 2026

Clay's fantasy rankings: Top 240 for dynasty leagues, top 80 rookies
Mike Clay offers his updated fantasy rankings for dynasty leagues and for the 2026 rookie class.

ESPN NFL
Apr 27, 2026

GM: Bills shut down trade interest in Coleman
The Bills "shut down" a couple of teams that reached out with trade interest in Keon Coleman earlier this offseason, general manager Brandon Beane said Monday on local radio station WGR-550.

ESPN NFL
Apr 27, 2026

What to expect from Mendoza, Love and 34 other rookies in fantasy football
Matt Bowen provides his analysis of this year's rookie class in fantasy, in terms of redraft and dynasty value.

ESPN NFL
Apr 27, 2026

?? Russell Wilson joins Savannah Bananas outing
The Super Bowl XLVIII-winning quarterback also took a swing for the Savannah Bananas and almost recorded a hit.

ESPN NFL
Apr 27, 2026

Cowboys' great Darren Woodson on Caleb Downs: 'Yes sirrr!'
Dallas hopes Downs, the No. 11 draft pick, will use his versatility and leadership to quarterback the defense.

ESPN NFL
Apr 27, 2026

What can the Raiders do to set No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza up for success in Year 1?
From the coaching staff to the roster, here's how the Raiders can develop Fernando Mendoza.

ESPN NFL
Apr 27, 2026

The best, worst and most confusing of the 2026 draft: Our experts answer 29 questions
What were the best selections in each round? Which teams filled their needs?

ESPN NFL
Apr 27, 2026

Postdraft questions for all 32 NFL teams: What could A.J. Brown cost Pats? Did Raiders help Mendoza? Why Ty Simpson?
The 2026 NFL draft is over, but can the rookies make an impact? We answer lingering questions for all 32 teams.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2026

Wilson meets Banana Ball: Russell Wilson takes part in Savannah Bananas outing
The Super Bowl XLVIII-winning quarterback also took a swing for the Savannah Bananas and almost recorded a hit.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2026

LB Coleman, one of Washington's 'greatest,' dies
Monte Coleman, the hard-nosed linebacker who won three Super Bowls with Washington and later coached Arkansas-Pine Bluff to a conference championship, has died. He was 68.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2026

Tomlin: Exit partly rooted in recent playoff woes
Mike Tomlin told NBC's Maria Taylor that he walked away, in part, because of the recent lack of playoff success and a belief that some of his veterans were "worthy of the excitement and the optimism associated with new leadership."

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2026

The week when Pittsburgh was the center of the sports world
From the Pirates to the Penguins to the NFL draft, last week was a special one for the city of Pittsburgh.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2026

Source: Pavia accepts invite to Ravens minicamp
Undrafted Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia, one of the most polarizing figures in college football, accepted an invitation to attend next weekend's rookie minicamp with the Baltimore Ravens, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Sunday afternoon.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2026

The best, worst and most confusing of the 2026 NFL draft: Our experts answer 29 questions
What were the best selections in each round? Which teams filled their needs? What were the top in-draft trades, and what was the most surprising pick?

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2026

What could the Patriots trade the Eagles for A.J. Brown?
Discussing trade scenarios with Dave Caldwell and recapping the Pats' 2026 NFL draft in this week's notebook.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2026

Jets bring in infusion of talent in draft, but where do they stand at QB?
New York signed Geno Smith to a one-year deal this offseason, but what will be the long-term answer?

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2026

Kiper's grades for all 32 NFL draft classes: Why the Cowboys and Jets aced their picks
Mel Kiper Jr. evaluates the entire 2026 NFL draft, from the good (Cowboys, Jets) to the very questionable (Rams). See all 32 teams' grades.

ESPN NFL
Apr 26, 2026

The NFL draft is over ... let's overreact: Will the Cardinals and Rams regret their picks?
It's time to weigh in on the biggest overreactions of NFL draft weekend.

ESPN NFL
Apr 25, 2026

NFL: Record 800K-plus went to draft in Pittsburgh
The NFL said Saturday the final attendance number for this week's NFL draft in Pittsburgh finished north of 800,000, breaking the record of 775,000 set two years ago in Detroit.

ESPN NFL
Apr 25, 2026

McCarthy: Allar pick unrelated to Rodgers' decision
Mike McCarthy said drafting Penn State's Drew Allar in the third round Friday was about adding depth to the quarterbacks room, and it didn't have any bearing on Aaron Rodgers' impending decision about his future.

ESPN NFL
Apr 25, 2026

Broncos make Buffalo LB Murdock 'Mr. Irrelevant'
The Broncos made Buffalo LB Red Murdock "Mr. Irrelevant" as the last pick of this year's NFL draft.

ESPN NFL
Apr 25, 2026

QB Morton goes to Pats, 'there for Drake' and Co.
The Patriots selected Texas Tech quarterback Behren Morton in the seventh round Saturday, giving them a third option behind starter Drake Maye and top backup Tommy DeVito.

ESPN NFL
Apr 25, 2026

Kaliakmanis sees Commanders as 'dream' landing
Commanders seventh-round pick Athan Kaliakmanis said he isn't bothered one bit by joining a crowded quarterbacks room in Washington.

ESPN NFL
Apr 25, 2026

Analysis of every pick in the 2026 NFL draft
Get insights on all 32 teams' 2026 draft picks from our NFL Nation reporters.

ESPN NFL
Apr 25, 2026

The NFL draft is over ... let's overreact: Will the Cardinals, Rams and Dolphins regret their picks?
It's time to weigh in on the biggest overreactions of NFL draft weekend, from Jeremiyah Love's fit to the Eagles' position in the NFC East.

ESPN NFL
Apr 25, 2026

After wait, Nussmeier sees Chiefs as 'great' spot
The Kansas City Chiefs used their final pick in the NFL draft to select former LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier in the seventh round Saturday.

ESPN NFL
Apr 25, 2026

Harbaugh: Met with Nabers, cool with his honesty
Giants coach John Harbaugh met and had a "great conversation" with Malik Nabers the morning after the standout wide receiver made headlines with his comments during the first round of the NFL draft.

ESPN NFL
Apr 25, 2026

OBJ 'looked good' in Giants workout, deal TBD
New York Giants coach John Harbaugh said that Odell Beckham Jr. "looked good" in his recent workout with the team and will see if a signing makes sense for both sides.

ESPN NFL
Apr 25, 2026

Harbaugh: OBJ 'looked good' in workout, deal TBD
New York Giants coach John Harbaugh said that Odell Beckham Jr. "looked good" in his recent workout with the team and will see if a signing makes sense for both sides.

ESPN NFL
Apr 25, 2026

Eagles add new name to QB room with Payton pick
The Eagles added to their quarterbacks room during Day 3 of the NFL draft on Saturday, selecting North Dakota State's Cole Payton with pick No. 178.

ESPN NFL
Apr 25, 2026

Arkansas' Green latest to join QB mix with Browns
The Browns stayed busy on the quarterback front, selecting Arkansas' Taylen Green in the sixth round (No. 182) Saturday.

ESPN NFL
Apr 25, 2026

Browns draft Green, will proceed with 4-QB room
The Browns stayed busy on the quarterback front, selecting Arkansas' Taylen Green in the sixth round (No. 182) Saturday.

ESPN NFL
Apr 25, 2026

Taylor: Bengals did due diligence on WR Young
Bengals did extensive research during the predraft process before drafting former Georgia wide receiver Colbie Young, coach Zac Taylor said Saturday.

ESPN NFL
Apr 25, 2026

Sources: Pennel person of interest in D.R. death
NFL veteran Michael Pennel Jr. is considered a person of interest after the body of a missing woman was found on a property that he used to own, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Apr 25, 2026

Saints aid pass rush, trade for Raiders' Wilson
The Saints acquired defensive end Tyree Wilson and a 2026 seventh-round pick from the Raiders, sending a 2026 fifth-rounder (No. 150) to Las Vegas in return Saturday.

ESPN NFL
Apr 25, 2026

Jets move up in 4th round to take QB Klubnik
The New York Jets, in a perpetual search for a franchise quarterback, took a fourth-round flyer Saturday on Clemson's Cade Klubnik.

ESPN NFL
Apr 25, 2026

McCoy falls to Raiders at No. 101, says knee fine
Jermod McCoy says his knee feels good, adding it's up to the Raiders on whether he undergoes another surgery after missing all of 2025 with a torn ACL.

ESPN NFL
Apr 25, 2026

Grading NFL draft trades: Who won the Tyree Wilson deal, Saints or Raiders?
We're grading the most impactful trades of the 2026 NFL draft, including the Saints trading for the former first-rounder.

ESPN NFL
Apr 25, 2026

Kiper's winners, losers from wild Round 1
Mel Kiper Jr. makes sense of the first round of the NFL draft, sizing up moves like the Makai Lemon and Ty Simpson picks.

ESPN NFL
Apr 25, 2026

For real: Jets pick Sadiq feared draft call was hoax
For a second, Jets first-round draft pick Kenyon Sadiq thought his "Welcome to the NFL" moment was a hoax. His mind flashed to last year's draft and Shedeur Sanders. The viral moment occurred when the tight end from Oregon was selected 16th overall.

ESPN NFL
Apr 25, 2026

GM: Texans' Collins stance clear, not trading him
Texans general manager Nick Caserio made it clear that wideout Nico Collins is not available for trade.

  • CEOExpress
  • c/o CommunityScape | 200 Anderson Avenue
    Rochester, NY 14607
  • Contact
  • As an Amazon Associate
    CEOExpress earns from
    qualifying purchases.

©1999-2026 CEOExpress Company LLC