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Sep 02, 2025

How Sam Darnold's one season with the 49ers prepared him for the Seahawks
Darnold's long NFL journey has led him to Seattle, but his transformative year was spent with San Francisco.

ESPN NFL
Sep 02, 2025

Matthew Stafford embarking on Year 17, will he -- and his back -- make the most of it?
Sean McVay and Stafford planned for this year by finding ways to keep Stafford as mentally fresh as possible.

ESPN NFL
Sep 02, 2025

'Just getting started:' Why Lamar Jackson believes he can take his game to another level
Jackson is only a few months removed from one of the best seasons by a quarterback in NFL history, and he still expects to get better.

ESPN NFL
Sep 02, 2025

Inside the Micah Parsons trade: How things fell apart in Dallas, and why Green Bay moved quickly
Parsons wanted to be a Dallas Cowboy "for life." The disputed nature of a March meeting with Jerry Jones helped chart a course for his exit.

ESPN NFL
Sep 02, 2025

The Packers needed Parsons -- and here's how they should use him
Parsons could take Green Bay's defense to another level. Let's look at how he fits into Jeff Hafley's scheme.

ESPN NFL
Sep 01, 2025

Rams expect Stafford to start Sunday vs. Texans
Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford, who missed time with an aggravated disk in his back, is expected to start the season opener against the Texans.

ESPN NFL
Sep 01, 2025

Bolts' Harris cleared for contact after eye injury
Chargers running back Najee Harris has been cleared for contact after an eye injury.

ESPN NFL
Sep 01, 2025

Bolts' Harris cleared for contact, expects to play
Chargers running back Najee Harris has been cleared for contact after an eye injury.

ESPN NFL
Sep 01, 2025

49ers' Jennings practices for 1st time in 36 days
For the first time in 36 days, 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings participated in practice Monday.

ESPN NFL
Sep 01, 2025

Saints release special teams standout J.T. Gray
The New Orleans Saints have released safety J.T. Gray, head coach Kellen Moore said on Monday.

ESPN NFL
Sep 01, 2025

Sources: Parsons may get back injection to play
Packers pass rusher Micah Parsons has been dealing with an L4/L5 facet joint sprain in his back and he may receive an injection before Sunday's game against the Detroit Lions if needed to help him play, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

ESPN NFL
Sep 01, 2025

Texans expect Gardner-Johnson to play Sunday
Coach DeMeco Ryans said Monday that he expects safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson to be "ready for Week 1," as the Texans prepare to kick off the 2025 season against the Rams.

ESPN NFL
Sep 01, 2025

Sources: Parsons may take epidural to play Sun.
Packers pass rusher Micah Parsons has been dealing with an L4/L5 facet joint sprain in his back and he may take an epidural injection before Sunday's game against the Detroit Lions if needed to help him play, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

ESPN NFL
Sep 01, 2025

Winston or Dart Giants' QB2? Daboll not saying
Giants coach Brian Daboll on Monday refused to reveal whether rookie Jaxson Dart or veteran Jameis Winston will serve as his team's backup quarterback for Sunday's season opener.

ESPN NFL
Sep 01, 2025

Steelers starting RB Warren inks 2-year extension
Steelers running back Jaylen Warren secured his future in Pittsburgh with a two-year contract extension that runs through the 2027 season, his agency, Aura Sports Group, posted on social media Monday morning.

ESPN NFL
Sep 01, 2025

Fins OLB coach Crow to stay on indefinite leave
Dolphins assistant coach Ryan Crow will remain on administrative leave indefinitely following his arrest last week, head coach Mike McDaniel said Monday.

ESPN NFL
Sep 01, 2025

Hill not among Fins' captains following apology
For the first time since joining the Dolphins in 2022, wide receiver Tyreek Hill was not voted to be a captain by his teammates following his offseason apology.

ESPN NFL
Sep 01, 2025

Four questions in the Micah Parsons trade aftermath
What are the Cowboys doing? Did they get enough in return? Let's sort through this wild trade.

ESPN NFL
Sep 01, 2025

The Packers needed Micah Parsons -- and here's how they should use him
Landing Parsons could take Green Bay's defense to another level in 2025. Let's look at how he fits into Jeff Hafley's scheme.

ESPN NFL
Sep 01, 2025

'No days off': Inside the pillars of Patriots' Mike Vrabel's hands-on coaching style
The former NFL linebacker-turned-coach has a physical and clear coaching philosophy.

ESPN NFL
Sep 01, 2025

2025 preview: Bold predictions, strengths and concerns for all 32 teams
Here's everything you need to know ahead of the NFL regular season, including how teams rank before Week 1.

ESPN NFL
Sep 01, 2025

Simulating the entire 2025 NFL season: The biggest storylines from one possible outcome
We played out one of the Football Power Index's 10,000 season sims, from Week 1 through Super Bowl LX.

ESPN NFL
Aug 31, 2025

Sources: Chiefs, McDuffie don't reach extension
The Chiefs and Trent McDuffie, their top cornerback, are not expected to agree to a multiyear contract extension before the start of the season.

ESPN NFL
Aug 31, 2025

Let's preview the 2025 NFL season: Bold predictions, strengths and concerns for all 32 teams
Here's everything you need to know ahead of the NFL regular season, including how teams rank before Week 1.

ESPN NFL
Aug 31, 2025

QB Prescott glad 'solution' reached with Parsons
Dak Prescott said while he didn't expect the Micah Parsons trade, he was glad a solution was reached ahead of the season opener.

ESPN NFL
Aug 31, 2025

Sources: Cowboys, Bland reach $92M extension
The Cowboys and cornerback DaRon Bland have agreed to a four-year extension worth $92 million, sources told ESPN's Todd Archer.

ESPN NFL
Aug 31, 2025

Source: Cowboys, Bland reach $92M extension
The Cowboys and cornerback DaRon Bland have agreed to a four-year extension worth $92 million, a source told ESPN's Todd Archer.

ESPN NFL
Aug 31, 2025

Sources: Vikes optimistic WR Nailor OK for MNF
The Vikings are optimistic about receiver Jalen Nailor's availability for their Week 1 game at the Bears, sources told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler on Sunday.

ESPN NFL
Aug 31, 2025

Clay makes his NFL season forecast: Picking the best offenses, top defenses and Super Bowl winner
Let's project the NFL's best -- and worst -- offenses and defenses. Plus, how do all 32 teams rank overall, and who will make the Super Bowl?

ESPN NFL
Aug 31, 2025

2025 Fantasy Football Draft Guide: Rankings, mock drafts and analysis
Your one-stop shop as you prep for draft season, including rankings, projections and analysis.

ESPN NFL
Aug 31, 2025

PPR rankings for Week 1
Weekly individual and composite rankings for each position in PPR and IDP formats.

ESPN NFL
Aug 31, 2025

Why the Cowboys love spring football -- and how it pays off in the fall
With a history of UFL players succeeding in Dallas, will Perrion Winfrey continue that streak?

ESPN NFL
Aug 31, 2025

Clay's NFL season projections and unit grades: The top offenses, defenses, rosters and schedules
Let's project the NFL's best -- and worst -- offenses and defenses. Plus, how do all 32 teams rank overall, and who will make the Super Bowl?

ESPN NFL
Aug 31, 2025

10 players who SHOULD have made our NFL Rank list: Execs audit our top-100 list
Only 100 players can make the list. Here are 10 more who league insiders felt should have been there.

ESPN NFL
Aug 31, 2025

The best 100 players in the NFL this season: Our experts' ranking, starting with four QBs in the top five
We predicted the top players in 2025. How many Eagles are ranked? Is Patrick Mahomes still No. 1? Where does Myles Garrett land?

ESPN NFL
Aug 30, 2025

Sources: Thielen took $2M pay cut to rejoin Vikes
Former Panthers wide receiver Adam Thielen took a $2 million pay cut to help finalize a trade back to his hometown Vikings, sources confirmed to ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Aug 30, 2025

Panthers bring back Renfrow, place Coker on IR
The Panthers have agreed to bring back wide receiver Hunter Renfrow and placed wide receiver Jalen Coker on injured reserve with a quadriceps injury.

ESPN NFL
Aug 30, 2025

Jordan, champion with Alabama, Cowboys, dies
Lee Roy Jordan, who won a national title at Alabama and a Super Bowl title with the Dallas Cowboys, has died at the age of 84.

ESPN NFL
Aug 30, 2025

?? Bold predictions: Surprises for all 32 teams
Jordan Love in the MVP mix? Emeka Egbuka leading all Bucs receivers? Colts winning the AFC South? We have 32 outside-the-box things to watch.

ESPN NFL
Aug 30, 2025

Let's predict the draft: Kiper's 10 preseason takes, including why all eyes are on Penn State
How many quarterbacks will go in Round 1? Mel Kiper Jr. makes predictions for the 2026 NFL draft class.

ESPN NFL
Aug 30, 2025

Guide to the NFL's rookie class: Who is flying under the radar? Who will win OROY, DROY?
Here's everything you need to know about this group of first-years, including Rookie of the Year front-runners, fantasy favorites and QB updates.

ESPN NFL
Aug 30, 2025

Betting NFL milestones: Mike Evans and Derrick Henry chasing down history
Potential career milestones are on the horizon for several players. We look at the odds and predict whether they'll get there in 2025.

ESPN NFL
Aug 30, 2025

Finding the overs: Why the prop lines offer value on Evans, Hunter, Harrison and more
Travis Kelce to surprise? Rookies to watch? Eric Karabell offers the lines on overs that are appealing.

ESPN NFL
Aug 30, 2025

The NFL's best defense vs. a rookie QB in Week 1? Why the Broncos have to take advantage
For the first time since the 1970 merger, the Broncos open a season facing a rookie quarterback in Ward. Can the Denver defense start hot?

ESPN NFL
Aug 30, 2025

Chasing history: Can Derrick Henry run past seven Hall of Famers to reach top 10 all time?
The Baltimore Ravens running back sits at No. 19 on the rushing list and has a chance to bypass seven Hall of Famers.

ESPN NFL
Aug 29, 2025

Drama 'resolved,' Parsons thrilled for fresh start
Micah Parsons was introduced by the Packers on Friday and said he was both relieved and excited to get back to playing football again after a contentious offseason in Dallas.

ESPN NFL
Aug 29, 2025

Goals 'haven't changed,' says Cowboys coach
A day after the Cowboys traded star pass rusher Micah Parsons to the Packers, head coach Brian Schottenheimer says Dallas' team goals of competing for a championship "haven't changed."

ESPN NFL
Aug 29, 2025

Patriots move on from veteran safety Peppers
The Patriots have released safety Jabrill Peppers. A nine-year veteran, Peppers has $4.32 million left on his contract.

ESPN NFL
Aug 29, 2025

Patriots releasing veteran S Peppers, source says
The Patriots are releasing veteran safety Jabrill Peppers, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter. A nine-year veteran, Peppers has $4.32 million left on his contract.

ESPN NFL
Aug 29, 2025

Dolphins OLB coach arrested on battery charge
Dolphins outside linebackers coach Ryan Crow has been placed on administrative leave after he was arrested on a domestic battery charge.

ESPN NFL
Aug 29, 2025

Titans' Ridley: Ban made me 'mentally stronger'
As Titans wide receiver Calvin Ridley heads into Year 2 with the franchise, he's in a better headspace in his life after injuries and a mental health journey, which included a gambling suspension, derailed his career.

ESPN NFL
Aug 29, 2025

A silver lining in Micah Parsons trade for coach Brian Schottenheimer?
Brian Schottenheimer lost an elite edge rusher, but the first-year coach may have received some patience.

ESPN NFL
Aug 29, 2025

Bengals hope Joe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins write their headlines during season
A quiet offseason for the potent passing attack could mean fireworks during the regular season.

ESPN NFL
Aug 29, 2025

Liz Loza's draft rules (there are none!), five players to pick and two to fade
It's finally time to make picks, so consider the trends surrounding these players as you prepare your draft board.

ESPN NFL
Aug 29, 2025

Debunking your favorite NFL officiating conspiracy theories
Are the refs penalizing some teams more than others? Which coaches win challenges? We crunched the numbers.

ESPN NFL
Aug 29, 2025

Four questions in the Micah Parsons trade aftermath: Why in the world would Dallas do this?
What are the Cowboys doing? Did they get enough in return? And does Parsons put the Packers at the top of the NFC? Let's sort through this wild trade.

ESPN NFL
Aug 28, 2025

Jones: Parsons trade will make Cowboys better
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said that trading Micah Parsons to the Packers for Kenny Clark and two draft picks will help Dallas have future playoff success.

ESPN NFL
Aug 28, 2025

?? AFC East, NFC West reveal 'Rivalries' uniforms
Teams from the AFC East and NFC West will don special uniforms during a single home game against a division rival in the 2025 season.

ESPN NFL
Aug 28, 2025

A new look in Green Bay: Micah Parsons trade continues Packers' aggressive offseason
Signs of change in Green Bay include paying up to trade for Parsons after finally taking a WR in the first round.

ESPN NFL
Aug 28, 2025

Grading the Cowboys-Packers blockbuster trade: Who won the Micah Parsons deal?
The Cowboys traded their All-Pro edge rusher to the Packers for picks and DT Kenny Clark. We graded the deal.

ESPN NFL
Aug 28, 2025

Report: Irsay suffered drug relapses before death
Former Colts owner Jim Irsay suffered setbacks from a longtime addiction to painkillers before his May death and overdosed at least three times since February 2020, according to the Washington Post.

ESPN NFL
Aug 28, 2025

Parsons traded to Packers, gets record contract
Star pass rusher Micah Parsons was traded by the Cowboys to the Packers and agreed to a record contract for a non-quarterback with Green Bay.

ESPN NFL
Aug 28, 2025

A new look in Green Bay: Trading for Micah Parsons continues Packers' aggressive offseason
Signs of change in Green Bay include paying up to trade for Parsons after finally taking a WR in the first round.

ESPN NFL
Aug 28, 2025

Packers' Love OK playing with repaired thumb
Packers quarterback Jordan Love said that he has "no concerns" ahead of the Sept. 7 opener against the Lions but that his repaired thumb will have to be protected using a brace similar to what he has worn in practice.

ESPN NFL
Aug 28, 2025

Broncos get 'good news' on Mims' groin injury
Broncos coach Sean Payton said Thursday that the team got "good news" on wide receiver Marvin Mims Jr.'s groin injury and that he should be on track to play in the Sept. 7 season opener against the Titans.

ESPN NFL
Aug 28, 2025

Sources: Vikings expect safety Smith to return
Minnesota Vikings safety Harrison Smith is expected to make a full recovery from a health issue that caused him to miss the final two weeks of training camp, sources said Thursday.

ESPN NFL
Aug 28, 2025

Sources: Dallas appears open to Parsons offers
Several teams have spoken to the Cowboys about a potential Micah Parsons' trade and for the first time Dallas appears willing to at least listen, according to multiple sources.

ESPN NFL
Aug 28, 2025

Bengals add Risner to boost banged-up O-line
The Bengals signed veteran guard Dalton Risner to boost their injury-plagued offensive line.

ESPN NFL
Aug 28, 2025

Lewis: Blame Bledsoe for hit that led to Brady era
Mo Lewis, breaking a long media silence, contends in a soon-to-be-released book that it's Drew Bledsoe -- not him -- who deserves the blame for the infamous hit on Sept. 23, 2001 that triggered the Tom Brady era.

ESPN NFL
Aug 28, 2025

Jets GM: Fields can follow Mayfield, Darnold path
Jets general manager Darren Mougey said Thursday he is impressed with the improvement he has seen in Justin Fields this summer.

ESPN NFL
Aug 28, 2025

NFL betting estimated to reach $30B in 2025
Bettors are expected to wager approximately $30 billion on the NFL this season, about 8.5% more from the estimated $27.5 billion last year.

ESPN NFL
Aug 28, 2025

Falcons' Trice placed on IR after reinjuring knee
Falcons edge rusher Bralen Trice, a 2024 third-round pick, was placed on injured reserve with a designation to return. Trice suffered a reinjury to the knee that required surgery last summer and forced him to miss his entire rookie season.

ESPN NFL
Aug 28, 2025

Fins WR Hill practices; RB Wright has procedure
Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill practiced in limited capacity Thursday and is on track to play in the regular-season opener against the Colts, coach Mike McDaniel said.

ESPN NFL
Aug 28, 2025

We picked X factors for all 32 teams: Who could be a difference-maker this season?
What do Ricky Pearsall, Riley Moss, Breece Hall and Rashan Gary have in common? The success of their teams could depend on them.

ESPN NFL
Aug 28, 2025

'He wasn't trying to be anybody else': How Aaron Rodgers won over his Steelers teammates
Aaron Rodgers made up for lost offseason time by getting to know his newest teammates. Will it matter?

ESPN NFL
Aug 28, 2025

Inside Caleb Williams' 'unapologetic' approach to Year 2 as Bears QB
Williams has his flair back as he enters his second season with high expectations under new coach Ben Johnson.

ESPN NFL
Aug 28, 2025

Graziano: Don't be surprised if these 32 things happen
Jordan Love in the MVP mix? Colts winning the AFC South? We have 32 outside-the-box things to watch.

ESPN NFL
Aug 28, 2025

Solak picks X factors for all 32 NFL teams: Which players could sway the 2025 season?
What do Ricky Pearsall, Riley Moss, Breece Hall and Rashan Gary have in common? The success of their teams could depend on them.

ESPN NFL
Aug 28, 2025

Mike Clay's Playbook, Part 3: How to manage your team post-draft
The draft is just the beginning of the fun. Mike Clay gives you a guide to being a savvy, championship-winning manager.

ESPN NFL
Aug 27, 2025

Preseason trade tracker: Every move leading up to the 2025 season
We're tracking every trade since training camps started, including deals for Tim Patrick, Adam Thielen and more.

ESPN NFL
Aug 27, 2025

The biggest roster moves from all 32 NFL teams: How did each team get to 53 players?
With the 2025 season a week away, NFL teams were required to finalize their 53-man rosters. We rounded up every team's cuts here.

ESPN NFL
Aug 27, 2025

RB Harris dons pads for first time with Chargers
Running back Najee Harris, practicing in pads for the first time since signing with the Chargers, looked explosive in individual drills and caught multiple passes.

ESPN NFL
Aug 27, 2025

?? Jags' Travis Hunter, wife welcome first child
The two-way Jacksonville Jaguars rookie and his wife document the journey to their son's birth on YouTube.

ESPN NFL
Aug 27, 2025

Relief, smiles as McLaurin returns to practice field
Unlike for much of the summer, Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin wore a jersey and a helmet rather than a hoodie Wednesday in his first day back on the practice field since reaching a new extension.

ESPN NFL
Aug 27, 2025

Ravens showcase reactions of undrafted rookies who made team's roster
Three players produced a range of reactions when being informed of the good news that they made the Baltimore Ravens 53-man roster.

ESPN NFL
Aug 27, 2025

Why Rashee Rice accepted his six-game suspension now, and how Chiefs will have to cope
With the timing and length of Rice's suspension now known, Andy Reid and the offense can plan their season accordingly.

ESPN NFL
Aug 27, 2025

Panthers LT Ekwonu's Week 1 status uncertain
Panthers starting left tackle Ickey Ekwonu underwent an appendectomy, leaving his status uncertain for the team's Sept. 7 regular-season opener against Jacksonville.

ESPN NFL
Aug 27, 2025

Giants' Nabers says back injury was 'minor thing'
Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers doesn't think the back injury that caused him to miss the final two preseason games and 12 days earlier this month will be a problem going forward.

ESPN NFL
Aug 27, 2025

Jags' Hunter 'rolling full speed,' OK for Week 1
Jaguars two-way star Travis Hunter is "rolling full speed" after missing the final two games of the preseason with an upper-body injury, general manager James Gladstone said Wednesday.

ESPN NFL
Aug 27, 2025

??Travis Kelce, Taylor Swift reveal engagement
He knelt to the ground and pulled out a ring. Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's love story has reached new heights.

ESPN NFL
Aug 27, 2025

'Honored' by raise, Hendrickson returns to practice
Pro Bowl defensive end Trey Hendrickson was excited to be back participating on the Bengals' practice field Wednesday for the first time since he signed a restructured contract that netted him a $13 million raise.

ESPN NFL
Aug 27, 2025

'Not doing that': 49ers won't trade WR Jennings
While the 49ers remain unsure whether WR Jauan Jennings will play in Week 1, GM John Lynch was certain of one thing on Wednesday: The team has no desire to trade Jennings.

ESPN NFL
Aug 27, 2025

Pats claim QB DeVito off waivers, cut WR Bourne
The Patriots claimed former New York Giants quarterback Tommy DeVito off waivers and released veteran wide receiver Kendrick Bourne on Wednesday after talks to trade him didn't come to fruition.

ESPN NFL
Aug 27, 2025

NFL relaxes broadcast restrictions for Brady
Tom Brady is getting some additional access in his role as a Fox broadcaster, including being allowed to attend production meetings this season, a source confirmed to ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Aug 27, 2025

Chiefs' Rice accepts 6-game ban to start season
Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice has accepted a six-game suspension for violating the NFL's personal conduct policy and will start serving the suspension at the beginning of the season.

ESPN NFL
Aug 27, 2025

Colts won't trade Richardson, eye growth for QB
Colts GM Chris Ballard said the team is not trading Anthony Richardson.

ESPN NFL
Aug 27, 2025

Fantasy football buzz: Xavier Worthy to see opportunity with Rashee Rice out
Adam Thielen's trade back to the Minnesota Vikings helps him in the short term, and other Panthers receivers long term.

ESPN NFL
Aug 27, 2025

And our mamas smiled: Donna Kelce seemingly welcomes Taylor Swift to the family
Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift's engagement got a heartwarming endorsement from Mama Kelce.

ESPN NFL
Aug 27, 2025

10-team mock draft: Jonathan Taylor goes early in Round 2, QB value late
It's peak draft season. Our ESPN Fantasy crew got one more practice run in to get ready for the real thing.

ESPN NFL
Aug 27, 2025

Cutler gets four-day sentence in DWI plea deal
Jay Cutler will spend several days in the Williamson County (Tennessee) Jail as part of a plea deal he took stemming from a drunken driving arrest in October 2024.

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