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Apr 01, 2026

Will the Titans take a pass rusher at No. 4? 'You can never add enough,' Saleh says
Tennessee's newest coach said "you could always use more edge" when asked about drafting a pass rusher at No. 4.

ESPN NFL
Apr 01, 2026

Solak's favorite NFL draft prospects to watch at every position: The best tape in the class
NFL scouts are watching a lot of tape as we get ready for the 2026 draft. Which underrated players jump off the screen? Ben Solak fills out his All-Film team.

ESPN NFL
Apr 01, 2026

Best team fits for 20 draft prospects: We found matches for Delane, Downs, Boston
We found ideal scheme matches based on what these 20 players do best.

ESPN NFL
Apr 01, 2026

Do CFB starts matter when evaluating QBs? Ty Simpson is the latest test case
Simpson is regarded as this draft's QB2 despite having far fewer starts than most first-round signal-callers.

ESPN NFL
Apr 01, 2026

UFL Power Rankings: Which Week 1 winner tops the list, plus each team's MVP
The first UFL Power Rankings feature familiar teams at the top and include each team's Week 1 MVP.

ESPN NFL
Apr 01, 2026

Inside Eagles' 2025 friction as Jalen Hurts stands at crossroads
ESPN pulls back the curtain on what's ailing a star-studded Eagles offense, one in which their QB must evolve.

ESPN NFL
Mar 31, 2026

Jags OK'd to play 2027 home games in Orlando
The Jaguars' proposal to play their home games in the 2027 season in Orlando, Florida, during the final year of the $1.4 billion renovation of EverBank Stadium was unanimously approved by the NFL's owners Tuesday.

ESPN NFL
Mar 31, 2026

Goodell backs Rooney Rule amid litigation threat
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell said he believes the Rooney Rule is "consistent" with hiring laws after recently being threatened by Florida's attorney general with potential civil litigation if the rule was not eliminated.

ESPN NFL
Mar 31, 2026

NFL owners approve 2 significant replay changes
NFL owners approved a contingency plan Tuesday to centralize officiating in the event of a work stoppage as negotiations continue on a CBA with the NFL Referees Association.

ESPN NFL
Mar 31, 2026

NFL owners OK Davis' Raiders succession plan
NFL owners on Tuesday approved a Las Vegas Raiders succession plan that will give Silver Lake co-chief executive officer Egon Durban the option to purchase a majority stake in the team from owner Mark Davis, commissioner Roger Goodell said.

ESPN NFL
Mar 31, 2026

Rooney: Rodgers to make decision before draft
Steelers owner and team president Art Rooney II said Tuesday he anticipates a decision from four-time NFL MVP Aaron Rodgers about his future by next month's NFL draft.

ESPN NFL
Mar 31, 2026

What we heard at the 2026 annual league meeting: Last-minute buzz from more than 25 NFL teams
Annual NFL owners meeting wrapped up Tuesday, and 30 of our reporters shared all the buzz from Phoenix.

ESPN NFL
Mar 31, 2026

How a surprise FaceTime led to 'dream' St. Brown homecoming in Germany
When Detroit plays its international game in Munich next season, it will mark a dream fulfilled for the Lions WR.

ESPN NFL
Mar 31, 2026

Jags OK'd to play '27 home games in Orlando
The Jaguars' proposal to play their home games in the 2027 season in Orlando, Florida, during the final year of the $1.4 billion renovation of EverBank Stadium was unanimously approved by the NFL's owners Tuesday.

ESPN NFL
Mar 31, 2026

Sources: OBJ meets with Giants at NFL meetings
Odell Beckham Jr. came to the Arizona Biltmore during the NFL's annual meetings and met with Giants coach John Harbaugh on Monday about potentially joining the team, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Mar 31, 2026

Jones: Cowboys have 'long-term' Pickens plans
Jerry Jones said the Cowboys have "long-term plans in mind" for George Pickens but there have been no negotiations regarding a deal and the team will avail itself of the franchise tag in the meantime.

ESPN NFL
Mar 31, 2026

NFL owners OK two significant replay changes
NFL owners approved a contingency plan Tuesday to centralize officiating in the event of a work stoppage as negotiations continue on a CBA with the NFL Referees Association.

ESPN NFL
Mar 31, 2026

Best team fits for 20 draft prospects: We found matches for Mansoor Delane, Caleb Downs, Denzel Boston
We took 20 NFL draft prospects who could get picked in Rounds 1 and 2 and found ideal scheme matches based on what each player does best.

ESPN NFL
Mar 31, 2026

Glenn: QB Smith will lead Jets to 'promised land'
Jets coach Aaron Glenn declared Tuesday that quarterback Geno Smith is "the guy that's going to lead us to the promised land."

ESPN NFL
Mar 31, 2026

Lamar may skip offseason workouts, Minter says
Ravens coach Jesse Minter is unsure about quarterback Lamar Jackson's level of participation in the team's voluntary offseason workout program, which begins next week.

ESPN NFL
Mar 31, 2026

NFL owners OK replacement ref contingency plan
NFL owners approved a contingency plan Tuesday to centralize officiating in the event of a work stoppage as negotiations continue on a CBA with the NFL Referees Association.

ESPN NFL
Mar 31, 2026

Pats' Vrabel doesn't dismiss Brown trade chatter
As speculation swirls, coach Mike Vrabel didn't rule out the possibility of the Patriots acquiring receiver A.J. Brown in a trade with the Eagles.

ESPN NFL
Mar 31, 2026

Fired female official sues NFL, citing hostilities
Robin DeLorenzo, one of the first female NFL officials, has sued the league after being fired in 2025, citing gender-based scrutiny, humiliation and open hostility.

ESPN NFL
Mar 31, 2026

Coen, Saleh agree: No beef over sign stealing
There isn't any lingering animosity between Liam Coen and Robert Saleh from the sign-stealing dustup the two coaches had last September.

ESPN NFL
Mar 31, 2026

Raiders' Kubiak on QB Mendoza: 'He's a winner'
Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak had nothing but high praise for potential top overall pick and Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Fernando Mendoza on Tuesday, calling him a "winner."

ESPN NFL
Mar 31, 2026

Reid: Don't bet against Mahomes playing Week 1
Chiefs coach Andy Reid offered another positive update on Patrick Mahomes as enthusiasm continues to grow around the star quarterback's injury recovery.

ESPN NFL
Mar 31, 2026

Payton: Flag football won't draw NFL players yet
After experiencing firsthand the nuances of flag football, Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton said Tuesday that he would be "surprised" if there are any NFL players on the United States team in the near future.

ESPN NFL
Mar 31, 2026

Monken: Reps won't be even in Browns' QB battle
Reps for the Browns' quarterback competition won't necessarily be evenly divided between Shedeur Sanders, Deshaun Watson and Dillon Gabriel during offseason workouts.

ESPN NFL
Mar 31, 2026

2026 fantasy football rankings: Profiling the top 35 QBs
Mike Clay delivers bite-sized but detailed breakdowns of his top 35 quarterbacks for 2026.

ESPN NFL
Mar 31, 2026

Do CFB starts matter when evaluating QBs in the draft? Ty Simpson is the latest test case
The Alabama product is regarded as the 2026 NFL draft's QB2 despite having far fewer starts (15) than most first-round signal-callers.

ESPN NFL
Mar 31, 2026

Predicting top WR prospects' stats: Who ranks No. 1 in the 2026 draft class?
Which receivers in the 2026 draft class will have the most success in the pros?

ESPN NFL
Mar 31, 2026

18-game regular season? Mixed reaction by NFL owners, coaches
Colts, Chiefs, Browns and Patriots owners among those talking about the feasibility of expanding the schedule.

ESPN NFL
Mar 31, 2026

Miller's mock draft: Seven full rounds of projections, from first overall to Mr. Irrelevant
Matt Miller predicted every pick in the 2026 draft, from the Raiders' selection at No. 1 to Mr. Irrelevant.

ESPN NFL
Mar 31, 2026

Mansoor Delane to the Chiefs? Kenyon Sadiq to the Rams? Perfect team fits for 20 NFL draft prospects
We took 20 NFL draft prospects who could get picked in Rounds 1 and 2 and found ideal scheme matches based on what each player does best.

ESPN NFL
Mar 30, 2026

'Hard Knocks' to feature Seahawks, then Patriots
The defending Super Bowl champion Seahawks will be featured on this summer's "Hard Knocks," with the Patriots then taking center stage in summer 2027.

ESPN NFL
Mar 30, 2026

Did Flacco-Gabriel-Sanders prepare Stefanski for Tagovailoa-Penix?
Kevin Stefanski had to juggle several QBs in Cleveland, and he's hoping that prepared him for Atlanta.

ESPN NFL
Mar 30, 2026

Dolphins GM: 'Zero effort' made to trade RB De'Von Achane
Jon-Eric Sullivan called extending Achane a priority, reinforcing his belief the RB is a foundational player.

ESPN NFL
Mar 30, 2026

Dolphins GM: 'Zero effort' to trade RB De'Von Achane
Jon-Eric Sullivan called extending Achane a "priority," reinforcing his belief the RB is a foundational player.

ESPN NFL
Mar 30, 2026

Robert Kraft sets expectation for 2026 squad with 'hardest schedule'
Kraft addressed reporters in Arizona where the NFL's annual meetings are being held.

ESPN NFL
Mar 30, 2026

Ravens blame 'slow news cycle' for Crosby fallout
Ravens team president Sashi Brown said Monday that the rescinding of the Maxx Crosby trade won't negatively affect the team's reputation, chalking up the criticism to "a slow news cycle."

ESPN NFL
Mar 30, 2026

Vikings to exercise fifth-year option on Addison
The Vikings will exercise the fifth-year option on receiver Jordan Addison's contract, interim general manager Rob Brzezinski said Monday.

ESPN NFL
Mar 30, 2026

NFL teams with TMRW Sports for pro flag league
The NFL announced a partnership with TMRW Sports, the company behind the TGL, to develop a professional flag football league for men and women that will be backed by all 32 teams plus a plethora of well-known names in and out of football.

ESPN NFL
Mar 30, 2026

GM: Possible Richardson stays with Colts in '26
Colts general manager Chris Ballard on Monday declined to rule out the possibility of quarterback Anthony Richardson Sr. remaining with the Colts in 2026.

ESPN NFL
Mar 30, 2026

Haslam: Watson has 'great chance' to be QB1
One year after calling the trade for Deshaun Watson a "big swing-and-miss," Browns owner Jimmy Haslam said the quarterback has a "fresh start" with new coach Todd Monken.

ESPN NFL
Mar 30, 2026

McCarthy: Rodgers in good place mulling future
Steelers coach Mike McCarthy said Aaron Rodgers is in a "very positive space" and that he's comfortable with the talks they've had as Rodgers weighs his future.

ESPN NFL
Mar 30, 2026

Lions considering moving All-Pro RT Sewell to LT
Lions coach Dan Campbell said Monday he's considering switching All-Pro right tackle Penei Sewell to left tackle for the 2026 season.

ESPN NFL
Mar 30, 2026

49ers HC, owner deliver mixed signals on Aiyuk
49ers coach Kyle Shanahan and owner Jed York delivered differing messages on Bradon Aiyuk's future Monday.

ESPN NFL
Mar 30, 2026

New year, new number: Shedeur switching back to No. 2 with Browns ahead of new season
The Cleveland Browns announced Monday that the second-year quarterback will return to the No. 2 jersey for the 2026 season.

ESPN NFL
Mar 30, 2026

Giants' Harbaugh open to possible OBJ reunion
Free agent wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. wants to return to the New York Giants. The Giants are at least open to looking into adding Beckham for a second tour with the team.

ESPN NFL
Mar 30, 2026

Pack's LaFleur mulls low grade in player survey
Matt LaFleur said he's aware of the issues that have prevented the Packers from making a Super Bowl run.

ESPN NFL
Mar 30, 2026

Panthers set for RB Brooks' return after surgeries
Panthers RB Jonathon Brooks, recovering from ACL surgery on his right knee for the second time since 2023, is expected to participate in offseason workouts.

ESPN NFL
Mar 30, 2026

Browns pull proposal to trade picks 5 years out
The Browns have withdrawn their rule proposal to allow NFL teams to trade draft picks five years into the future instead of three, according to NFL Network.

ESPN NFL
Mar 30, 2026

Rams explored trading Adams, decided against it
Rams coach Sean McVay acknowledged that the team explored the possibility of trading wide receiver Davante Adams but ultimately decided it wasn't what was best for the team.

ESPN NFL
Mar 30, 2026

Saints: Enough snaps for both Kamara, Etienne
Saints coach Kellen Moore said Monday there would be enough snaps to go around for running backs Alvin Kamara and Travis Etienne.

ESPN NFL
Mar 30, 2026

Shanahan: No 'benefit' for Niners in Aussie trip
Kyle Shanahan isn't thrilled that the 49ers will open the 2026 season with a trip to Australia.

ESPN NFL
Mar 30, 2026

Vikes expect Greenard to stay after trade rumors
Amid trade rumors that swirled earlier this offseason, Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell said Monday that he is planning for linebacker Jonathan Greenard to be on the roster this season.

ESPN NFL
Mar 30, 2026

Cowboys unsure on Pickens' offseason attendance
Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer does not have assurances that franchise-tagged receiver George Pickens will be in attendance for the team's offseason program.

ESPN NFL
Mar 30, 2026

Miller's new NFL mock draft: Seven full rounds of projections, from first overall to Mr. Irrelevant
Matt Miller predicted every pick in the 2026 draft, from the Raiders' selection at No. 1 to the Broncos' Mr. Irrelevant slot at the end of Round 7.

ESPN NFL
Mar 30, 2026

NFL: Stop vulnerable prediction market trades
The NFL asked prediction market operators to refrain from offering trades on events that can be easily manipulated or determined in advance.

ESPN NFL
Mar 30, 2026

?? Early look at 2027 free agency: The top players
Which top players might be available in next year's NFL free agency? We picked out 49 stars to keep an eye on.

ESPN NFL
Mar 30, 2026

Are tight ends making a first-round comeback? Why top NFL draft prospect Kenyon Sadiq could be next in line
Colston Loveland and Tyler Warren set the bar high last year, and Oregon's Kenyon Sadiq has a shot to reach it.

ESPN NFL
Mar 30, 2026

Miller's seven-round NFL mock draft: Let's project landing spots for 257 prospects
Matt Miller predicted every pick in the 2026 draft, from the Raiders' selection at No. 1 to the Broncos' Mr. Irrelevant slot at the end of Round 7.

ESPN NFL
Mar 30, 2026

Keeping Colts in the family: Why the Irsay sisters are shunning private equity (for now)
Renovations to Lucas Oil Stadium will be costly, and Irsay-Gordon acknowledged diversified funding could help.

ESPN NFL
Mar 29, 2026

Eagles GM offers same reply to every Brown query
Eagles general manager Howie Roseman had a stock answer for every question about receiver A.J. Brown that he fielded from the local media at the league meetings Sunday, opting for a neutral response amid the ongoing trade speculation.

ESPN NFL
Mar 29, 2026

Sources: NFL set to begin hiring replacement refs
NFL owners are "alarmed" by the state of negotiations with the NFL Referees Association and have authorized staff members to begin hiring and onboarding replacement officials in the coming weeks, league sources said Sunday.

ESPN NFL
Mar 29, 2026

Source: Agreed-to Epenesa-Browns deal now off
The Cleveland Browns will not be signing AJ Epenesa, with the team uncomfortable finalizing the deal after the veteran defensive end had his physical, a source told ESPN on Sunday.

ESPN NFL
Mar 29, 2026

Talks with Williams have 'intensified,' 49ers say
Niners GM John Lynch said he believes the team is on the "precipice of something good happening" with star OL Trent Williams, who as of now is slated to enter next season with no guaranteed money or years left on his deal beyond 2026.

ESPN NFL
Mar 29, 2026

Jets' Glenn: 'No doubt' that Smith is starting QB
Jets coach Aaron Glenn on Sunday became the first person from the organization to publicly declare Geno Smith as the starting quarterback, saying "he's our guy."

ESPN NFL
Mar 29, 2026

GM: Garrett deal tweak not a precursor to trade
The modified language in Myles Garrett's contract is unrelated to a possible trade for the NFL's reigning Defensive Player of the Year, Browns general manager Andrew Berry said Sunday.

ESPN NFL
Mar 29, 2026

Lynch: 49ers' injury conspiracy 'big nothing burger'
A few days after the San Francisco 49ers season ended, general manager John Lynch vowed to investigate anything and everything that might have contributed to the team's avalanche of injuries in 2025.

ESPN NFL
Mar 29, 2026

Former Vikings All-Pro safety Browner dies at 65
Joey Browner, the first defensive back selected by the Vikings in the first round and a member of the team's Ring of Honor, died Saturday at the age of 65.

ESPN NFL
Mar 29, 2026

A former NFL GM's must-draft board: Tannenbaum pounds the table for 14 prospects
Mike Tannenbaum picks the draft prospects he'd want to target across all seven rounds.

ESPN NFL
Mar 29, 2026

Predicting top wide receiver prospects' NFL stats: Who ranks No. 1 in the 2026 draft class?
Which receivers in the 2026 draft class will have the most success in the pros? We have projections for the top prospects.

ESPN NFL
Mar 29, 2026

Jets brass showing interest in Ty Simpson, but is it enough to draft him?
New York's brass went to Tuscaloosa to meet face-to-face with the No. 2 quarterback prospect in the 2026 draft.

ESPN NFL
Mar 28, 2026

Commanders confident in LB core if Wagner gone
The Commanders noted the value of veteran free agent LB Bobby Wagner's leadership but said they are confident in the players they've added at his position.

ESPN NFL
Mar 28, 2026

How much difference will the Giants' focus on special teams make?
There's an emphasis on improving special teams under John Harbaugh, but the runway to winning is to be determined.

ESPN NFL
Mar 27, 2026

Ranking all 32 NFL free agency classes: Which teams most improved their rosters?
How did every team fare in March, taking into account free agent signings, trades, extensions and departures.

ESPN NFL
Mar 27, 2026

Florida AG challenges NFL to abolish Rooney Rule
Florida's attorney general has sent a letter to NFL commissioner Roger Goodell to express concern that the Rooney Rule is "blatant race and sex discrimination" and that hiring decisions should be based on merit only.

ESPN NFL
Mar 27, 2026

Former Raiders center Robbins dies at age 52
Former Raiders center Barret Robbins has died at age 52.

ESPN NFL
Mar 27, 2026

Bills bring back Hamlin on one-year contract
The Bills have re-signed safety Damar Hamlin to a one-year contract after his 2025 season was cut short by injury.

ESPN NFL
Mar 27, 2026

What positions do the Bills still need to address? We break down the roster
With the height of free agency over and ahead of April's draft, let's see where Joe Brady & Co. can still add.

ESPN NFL
Mar 27, 2026

Ted Ginn Jr., AJ McCarron and Chris Redman begin pro coaching careers in familiar spots
The UFL comes out swinging in Columbus, Louisville and Birmingham with familiar college stars as coaches.

ESPN NFL
Mar 27, 2026

'Arena football but outdoors': How Mike Repole is remaking the UFL
Repole is the man behind many of the UFL's changes, including smaller venues and the four-point field goal.

ESPN NFL
Mar 27, 2026

A former NFL GM's must-draft board for 2026: Tannenbaum pounds the table for 14 prospects
From Dillon Thieneman on Day 1 to Jaffer Murphy late on Day 3, Mike Tannenbaum picks the draft prospects he'd want to target across all seven rounds.

ESPN NFL
Mar 27, 2026

Latest NFL draft buzz: Ty Simpson's pro day, Jeremiyah Love's ceiling and more
Is Jeremiyah Love really a possibility for the Titans at No. 4? Our draft experts weigh in with new intel.

ESPN NFL
Mar 27, 2026

?? Yates' mock draft: Predicting Rounds 1 & 2
Field Yates unveils his latest NFL mock draft, projecting two full rounds. Which top prospects could go in the opening 64 picks?

ESPN NFL
Mar 27, 2026

Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce make award show debut at iHeartRadio Music Awards
After Olympic gold medalist Alysa Liu presented her artist of the year award, Taylor Swift gave a shoutout to fiancé Travis Kelce at the iHeartRadio Music Awards.

ESPN NFL
Mar 26, 2026

Gervin irked QB Williams filed 'Iceman' trademark
Former NBA star George Gervin said he was "caught off guard" when he learned Bears quarterback Caleb Williams had attempted to trademark the "Iceman," a nickname that Gervin has used since his playing days.

ESPN NFL
Mar 26, 2026

Bills bolster OL depth, sign Corbett, Cushenberry
The Buffalo Bills signed three veteran players Thursday, including veteran offensive linemen Austin Corbett and Lloyd Cushenberry III.

ESPN NFL
Mar 26, 2026

Panthers' Walker: Gun charge will be dismissed
Panthers LT Rasheed Walker said Thursday that a January gun charge stemming from an arrest at LaGuardia Airport is getting dismissed.

ESPN NFL
Mar 26, 2026

RG III invited to try out for Team USA flag team
Former NFL quarterback Robert Griffin III received an invitation from USA Football to two training camps starting next month in Chula Vista, California.

ESPN NFL
Mar 26, 2026

Brady on comeback: NFL didn't 'like that idea'
Tom Brady says he explored the possibility of coming out of retirement and returning to the NFL, adding that the league did not "like that idea very much."

ESPN NFL
Mar 26, 2026

The NFL draft is almost here! Three biggest needs for all 32 NFL teams -- and a prospect fit
Our NFL reporters listed the top three positional needs for all 32 teams ahead of April's draft, and our draft experts found non-Round 1 fits to fill them.

ESPN NFL
Mar 26, 2026

Analyzing what the Vikings have said about their crowded QB room ahead of league meetings
Minnesota coach Kevin O'Connell has given varied answers over the offseason on his four-man QB room.

ESPN NFL
Mar 26, 2026

QB Simpson says he's 'absolutely' 1st-round pick
Ty Simpson felt like he made a final impression at Alabama's pro day in front of NFL scouts. He believes he's 'absolutely' a lock to be a first-round pick.

ESPN NFL
Mar 26, 2026

An early look at 2027 free agency: Which playmakers could be available next March?
Which top players might be available in next year's NFL free agency? We picked out 50 stars to keep an eye on.

ESPN NFL
Mar 26, 2026

'What I'm thinking is arena football but outdoors': How Mike Repole is remaking the UFL
Repole is the man behind many of the UFL's changes, including smaller venues and the four-point field goal.

ESPN NFL
Mar 26, 2026

25 trends to know before draft season begins
Mike Clay shares his favorite notes from the research that informed his fantasy projections for 2026.

ESPN NFL
Mar 26, 2026

Top draft needs for all 32 NFL teams: We picked the biggest holes and prospects to target
Our NFL reporters listed the top three positional needs for all 32 teams at April's draft, and our draft experts found non-Round 1 fits to fill them.

ESPN NFL
Mar 25, 2026

Macdonald: JSN deal rewards 'foundational' player
Seahawks GM John Schneider and coach Mike Macdonald said they felt comfortable giving Jaxon Smith-Njigba his record-setting extension because of his "unique combination" of excellence on and off the field.

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