Cowboys S Bell arrested, facing drug charges
Published: April 11, 2026 10:08
Cowboys safety Markquese Bell was arrested and charged with possession of a controlled substance and marijuana on Friday, according to Collin County jail records.
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Which of the NFL draft's quarterbacks will be elite? Average? Busts? We projected the top five prospects
Published: April 11, 2026 07:51
Aaron Schatz uses his QBASE 2.0 model to project NFL career ceilings and floors for the 2026 draft class's top QBs.
How Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer's draft prep has changed in Year 2
Published: April 11, 2026 07:30
Last year, Schottenheimer was just getting settled in as the new head coach in Dallas.
'It's the new frontier': How AI is pushing NFL draft prep to 'a different level'
Published: April 11, 2026 07:12
When a prospect skips NFL combine workouts, teams can use artificial intelligence to project his measurables.
Sources: NYT investigating reporter's Vrabel ties
Published: April 10, 2026 21:42
The Athletic is reinvestigating the coverage of NFL reporter Dianna Russini and the nature of her relationship with Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel amid questions raised about the two this week, sources told ESPN on Friday.
49ers agree to one-year deal with CB Jones
https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/48451665/49ers-add-depth-secondary-agree-deal-jack-jones
Published: April 10, 2026 19:03
The San Francisco 49ers agreed to a one-year deal with free agent cornerback Jack Jones.
Sources: Eagles land WR Wicks from GB for picks
https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/48451181/eagles-get-wr-dontayvion-wick-packers-sources-say
Published: April 10, 2026 17:52
The Eagles have acquired wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks from the Packers for two draft picks, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Falcons pick up fifth-year option for RB Robinson
https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/48450986/falcons-pick-fifth-year-option-rb-bijan-robinson
Published: April 10, 2026 17:06
The Atlanta Falcons picked up running back Bijan Robinson's fifth-year contract option Friday.
Former Jets, Louisvile QB Nagle dies at age 57
https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/48450123/former-jets-quarterback-browning-nagle-dies-age-57
Published: April 10, 2026 15:27
Former Jets and Louisville quarterback Browning Nagle has died at age 57.
Broncos owners acquire minority share of Rockies
https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48449332/broncos-owners-purchase-40-rockies-per-reports
Published: April 10, 2026 13:45
The Rockies are bringing in Broncos owners Greg Penner and Carrie Walton Penner through a minority investment, with multiple reports saying they are purchasing about 40% of the team.
2026 fantasy football rankings: Profiles for more than 30 tight ends
Published: April 10, 2026 13:10
Mike Clay provides breakdowns of the top tight ends in fantasy football for the 2026 season.
What the DOJ's NFL investigation could mean for networks, fans
Published: April 10, 2026 12:48
What could the federal government's investigation of the NFL mean for fans and television networks?
Sources: Colts seeking to trade away CB Moore
https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/48447175/sources-colts-agree-seek-new-team-cb-kenny-moore-ii
Published: April 10, 2026 10:04
The Colts and Kenny Moore II have agreed to seek a trade to find the veteran cornerback a new team, sources told ESPN.
For the first time in a long time, Vikings need WR, RB depth
Published: April 10, 2026 08:13
Will Minnesota dip its toes into the wide receiver and running back pool during the 2026 draft?
'This is everything to me': Gabe Taylor set for debut in D.C., where brother Sean starred
Published: April 10, 2026 08:09
Gabe Taylor, who will don No. 21, understands the legacy brother Sean built in Washington in a short time.
Miller's final 2026 NFL draft rankings: Let's stack the 482 best prospects
Published: April 10, 2026 07:58
Matt Miller has finalized his rankings for the 2026 draft, listing his top 482 players and providing grades for each prospect.
Latest NFL draft buzz: What we're hearing on the Jets' early pick
Published: April 10, 2026 07:58
Could Jacob Rodriguez sneak into Round 1? Our NFL draft experts weigh in with their newest intel.
5 Buckeyes, Simpson among 16 draft attendees
https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/48443052/5-ohio-st-players-ty-simpson-16-attend-nfl-draft
Published: April 9, 2026 20:15
Five Ohio State players are among the 16 planning to attend the first round of the NFL draft on April 23 in Pittsburgh, a group that doesn't include Fernando Mendoza but does include fellow QB Ty Simpson.
Source: 49ers, ex-Bengals DE Sample reach deal
Published: April 9, 2026 18:36
The 49ers agreed to a one-year contract with free agent defensive end Cam Sample, a source told NFL Network on Thursday.
Sources: DOJ opens probe of NFL over TV deals
https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/48440303/sources-doj-opens-antitrust-investigation-nfl-tv-deals
Published: April 9, 2026 15:06
The Justice Department has begun an investigation into whether the NFL has violated anticompetitive practices with their television contracts that require consumers to pay subscription costs to watch some games, sources confirmed to ABC News.
What we're hearing on the Denver Broncos' draft plans: Intel on the No. 62 pick, team needs
Published: April 9, 2026 13:49
The Broncos are set to pick No. 62 and have seven total selections in the 2026 draft. Here's the latest on what Denver might do.
How strong is former Bucs LB Lavonte David's Hall of Fame case? We compared it to legends in Canton
https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/48437813/lavonte-david-hall-fame-buccaneers
Published: April 9, 2026 12:08
"If his career is not Hall of Fame worthy... I don't know whose is," Gerald McCoy said of his former teammate.
Why the UFL plans to expand in 2028 and believes Oklahoma City is a great fit
https://www.espn.com/united-football-league/story/_/id/48432829/ufl-announces-2028-expansion
Published: April 9, 2026 11:32
UFL co-owner Mike Repole promised expansion; the other city to join with OKC for 2028 is still to be determined.
Our draft experts picked 10-man rosters from 2026 class: Who has the best superteam?
Published: April 9, 2026 07:52
Mel Kiper Jr., Matt Miller, Jordan Reid and Field Yates drafted their own rosters of 2026 draft prospects.
No first-rounder, no problem? Broncos out of Round 1 for the third time in five drafts
Published: April 9, 2026 07:44
The Jaylen Waddle trade leaves the Broncos in a familiar position, but the past two drafts without a Round 1 pick didn't go so bad.
What the Raiders can learn from last time they paired a first-time head coach with a No. 1 overall pick QB
Published: April 9, 2026 07:27
The Raiders last paired a new coach with a rookie QB in 2007. Will it be different with Klint Kubiak and Fernando Mendoza?
Draft intel for all 32 NFL teams: Answering big questions, plus the latest buzz
Published: April 9, 2026 07:26
Our NFL reporters answer questions for every team two weeks out from the draft, and our analysts weigh in with some new intel on picks and moves.
Cousins: I shouldn't play if not Raiders' best QB
https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/48432916/kirk-cousins-raiders-need-play-best-qb-even-not-me
Published: April 8, 2026 18:07
Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins is aware that Las Vegas is expected to draft Fernando Mendoza and says he only wants to play if it's determined he's the best option.
Source: Texans pick up Stroud, Anderson options
Published: April 8, 2026 16:46
The Texans have exercised the 2027 fifth-year options for quarterback C.J. Stroud and All-Pro defensive end Will Anderson Jr., a source told ESPN's Field Yates.
Falcons starting RT McGary retiring at age 31
Published: April 8, 2026 16:46
Falcons right tackle Kaleb McGary is retiring, agent Collin Roberts announced Wednesday.
What we're hearing on the Browns' draft plans: Concepcion in Cleveland for visit
Published: April 8, 2026 15:17
The Browns have two first-round picks and nine total selections in the 2026 draft. Here's the latest on what Cleveland might do.
Ravens say Lamar excited to work with new staff
https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/48431404/ravens-say-jackson-excited-work-new-coaching-staff
Published: April 8, 2026 15:13
The Baltimore Ravens noticed a difference in quarterback Lamar Jackson when the two-time NFL Most Valuable Player reported for the start of offseason workouts this week.
Falcons' Pearce, facing 3 felonies, not at workouts
Published: April 8, 2026 15:13
Falcons pass rusher James Pearce Jr. is not at the team's offseason workout program amid his legal problems, coach Kevin Stefanski told reporters Wednesday.
Sources: Giants, ex-Ravens G Faalele reach deal
https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/48430717/sources-faalele-latest-ex-raven-follow-harbaugh-giants
Published: April 8, 2026 14:05
The Giants made an offensive line addition Wednesday, agreeing to a one-year deal with former Ravens guard Daniel Faalele, according to NFL Network.
Source: Texans pick up Stroud, Anderson options
Published: April 8, 2026 14:05
The Texans have exercised the 2027 fifth-year options for quarterback C.J. Stroud and All-Pro defensive end Will Anderson Jr., a source told ESPN's Field Yates.
What we're hearing on the Giants' draft plans: Dexter Lawrence trade would change Giants draft
Published: April 8, 2026 13:44
The Giants pick early in Round 1 and have seven total selections in the 2026 draft. Here's the latest on what New York might do.
Eagles' draft buzz: Will QB Tanner McKee draw trade interest, again?
Published: April 8, 2026 13:42
The Eagles have nine total selections in the 2026 draft. Here's the latest on what Philadelphia might do.
Who's emerging as a favorite for Jets to draft at No. 2?
Published: April 8, 2026 13:42
The Jets pick early in Round 1 and have nine total selections in the 2026 draft. Here's the latest on what New York might do.
New mock draft: Schrager projects every first-round pick based on what he's hearing
Published: April 8, 2026 13:36
Peter Schrager leans on his intel after last week's annual league meeting to project picks in the NFL draft.
What we're hearing on the Dolphins' draft plans: Intel on the No. 11 pick, team needs
Published: April 8, 2026 11:56
The Dolphins are set to pick early in Round 1 and have 11 total selections in the 2026 draft. Here's the latest on Miami.
What we're hearing on the Patriots' draft plans: New England hosts local pro day
Published: April 8, 2026 11:56
The Patriots have 11 total selections in the 2026 draft. Here's the latest on what New England might do.
Falcons' Pearce, facing 3 felonies, not at workouts
Published: April 8, 2026 11:42
Falcons pass rusher James Pearce Jr. is not at the team's offseason workout program amid his legal problems, coach Kevin Stefanski told reporters Wednesday.
Projecting NFL draft quarterback landing spots, from No. 1 to No. 215: New homes for nine passers
Published: April 8, 2026 11:38
Ben Solak projects landing spots for the nine QBs he considers draftable in the 2026 class (and one trade) and sizes up each team fit.
What execs, scouts are saying about the NFL draft class' most polarizing players
https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/48420715/nfl-execs-scouts-2026-draft-most-polarizing-players
Published: April 8, 2026 08:29
Many of the NFL draft's most talented prospects come with big questions. We asked sources about them.
Predicting which NFL teams will draft quarterbacks: Nine perfect fits across seven rounds
Published: April 8, 2026 07:18
Ben Solak projects landing spots for the nine QBs he considers draftable in the 2026 class (and one trade) and sizes up each team fit.
'He's reinvigorated': A rare long offseason has given Andy Reid time to make changes
https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/48414312/kansas-city-chiefs-andy-reid-2026-pivotal-season
Published: April 8, 2026 07:18
The NFL's oldest and longest-tenured coach faces a task he hasn't seen in a long time -- a bounceback season.
Divine intervention? How Dallas landed Dak Prescott at No. 135 in the 2016 NFL draft
https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/48419390/nfl-dallas-cowboys-dak-prescott-draft-jerry-jones
Published: April 8, 2026 06:25
As the moment neared, OC Scott Linehan was holding his breath, thinking, "Someone else is going to take him."
Lawrence not with Giants; Harbaugh optimistic
https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/48422457/lawrence-absent-giants-workouts-harbaugh-optimistic
Published: April 7, 2026 20:09
Giants coach John Harbaugh expressed optimism during a video call with reporters Tuesday that defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence II will remain with the team next season.
💍 Seahawks QB Sam Darnold adds another ring
Published: April 7, 2026 20:09
The Seahawks quarterback married his fiancée only months after winning Super Bowl LX.
What we're hearing on the Raiders' draft plans: Intel on the No. 1 pick, team needs
Published: April 7, 2026 19:50
The Raiders are set to pick No. 1 and have 10 total selections in the 2026 draft. Here's the latest on Las Vegas.
What we're hearing on the Cowboys' draft plans: Intel on the Nos. 12 and 20 picks
Published: April 7, 2026 19:50
The Cowboys have eight picks, two in Round 1. Here's the latest on what Dallas might do in the 2026 NFL draft.
Sources: Mendoza not planning to attend draft
https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/48421461/sources-fernando-mendoza-not-planning-attend-nfl-draft
Published: April 7, 2026 13:18
Fernando Mendoza has informed the NFL that he is not planning to attend the draft, sources told ESPN.
Kaepernick to publish memoir 'The Perilous Fight'
https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/48419750/kaepernick-book-comes-decade-qb-took-knee-anthem
Published: April 7, 2026 13:18
Colin Kaepernick said in a statement that his memoir out Sept. 15, "The Perilous Fight," will offer context for what led to his taking a knee.
Bears HOFer McMichael, who died at 67, had CTE
https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/48419299/bears-icon-steve-mcmichael-diagnosed-cte-year-death
Published: April 7, 2026 13:18
Steve "Mongo" McMichael died in 2025 at age 67 after a five-year battle with ALS, and his wife Misty donated his brain to research.
Pitts signing tag, reports to Falcons' workouts
Published: April 7, 2026 13:18
Tight end Kyle Pitts Sr. is signing his franchise tender and reported for the beginning of the Falcons' offseason workout program, according to NFL Network.
Best NFL comps for this draft class: Experts pick 15 perfect matches for top prospects
Published: April 7, 2026 11:58
Who are the best comps for Rueben Bain Jr., Jermod McCoy and Fernando Mendoza?
New NFL mock draft: Schrager projects all 32 first-round picks based on what he's hearing
Published: April 7, 2026 11:58
Peter Schrager leans on his intel after last week's annual league meeting to project picks in the NFL draft. Here's where things stand right now in Round 1.
Why the Giants can't afford to trade Dexter Lawrence
https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/48413987/new-york-giants-cannot-afford-trade-dexter-lawrence
Published: April 7, 2026 11:58
Honoring Lawrence's request is unlikely at this stage of the NFL calendar.
Will the 49ers trade, release or keep Brandon Aiyuk? Breaking down the options
Published: April 7, 2026 07:41
Aiyuk hasn't played an NFL game since Oct. 20, 2024, and his time with the 49ers may be nearing an end.
2026 rankings: Profiling more than 60 wide receivers
https://www.espn.com/fantasy/football/story/_/id/48385938/2026-fantasy-football-rankings-wr-profiles
Published: April 7, 2026 07:33
Mike Clay provides breakdowns of the top receivers for the 2026 fantasy season.
Lamar reports for beginning of Ravens' workouts
https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/48412392/lamar-jackson-reports-start-ravens-offseason-workouts
Published: April 6, 2026 16:51
Lamar Jackson is getting off on the right foot with new coach Jesse Minter as he reported for the start of the Ravens' offseason workout program Monday.
Giants DT Lawrence requests trade, sources say
https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/48412861/giants-dt-dexter-lawrence-requests-trade-sources-say
Published: April 6, 2026 16:51
Giants defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence II has requested a trade after seven seasons in New York, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Monday.
Trade offers for every first-round NFL draft pick: We made deals for J.J. McCarthy, Maxx Crosby
Published: April 6, 2026 10:02
We proposed 32 trades to shake up Round 1 -- one at every slot -- including deals that involve McCarthy and Crosby.
Saints roster building: Why coach Kellen Moore likes idea of a loaded RBs room
Published: April 6, 2026 07:34
The Saints believe there will be enough opportunities for Alvin Kamara and Travis Etienne Jr. to share.
How A.J. Terrell Jr. mentored his brother, Avieon, who's set to join the All-Pro in the NFL
Published: April 6, 2026 07:34
Set to be a first-round cornerback in the NFL draft like his brother, Avieon Terrell has looked to A.J. as his inspiration throughout his life.
NFL draft QB Hot Board: Reid on strengths and weaknesses for the top 12 passers
Published: April 5, 2026 07:47
Who are the best quarterbacks in the 2026 class? We sized up the top 12, starting with Fernando Mendoza and Ty Simpson.
What does the SackSEER model say about the top edge rushers in the 2026 NFL draft?
Published: April 5, 2026 07:47
Which prospects will have the most sacks through five NFL seasons? We projected the top edge rushers.
Cowboys visit with Emmitt's son, Texas A&M RB E.J. Smith
Published: April 5, 2026 07:38
Plus, a look at Donovan Ezeiruaku's recovery, the backup QB battle and travel plans for Rio.
With the Sabres' playoff berth, Jets stand alone with longest active playoff drought in North America
https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/48359171/new-york-jets-playoff-drought-15-years-buffalo-sabres
Published: April 4, 2026 15:28
New York owns the longest playoff drought in major North American sports after Buffalo ended its streak at 14 seasons.
Walker used Donald comparison to hit next level
https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/48396224/jaguars-walker-used-donald-comparison-reach-next-level
Published: April 4, 2026 14:01
Jaguars defensive end Travon Walker instantly got the message when head coach Liam Coen used an Aaron Donald comparison during their end-of-season meeting.
Who will be the best RBs in the NFL draft class? We gave projections and comps for top prospects
Published: April 4, 2026 10:18
We have stat projections for the top running back prospects in the 2026 NFL draft class, from Jeremiyah Love to late-round sleepers.
End of the feature back? What the rise of running back tandems means for the NFL draft
https://www.espn.com/nfl/draft2026/story/_/id/48349028/nfl-draft-2026-running-backs-sharing-carries
Published: April 4, 2026 10:18
Splitting time used to be a mark against rushers. With top NFL draft prospects coming from the same backfield, that might be changing.
Did Malik Willis feel 'tricked' by Dolphins after Jaylen Waddle trade?
Published: April 4, 2026 10:18
Top takeaways from what the Dolphins said in Arizona, including Willis' fit and plans for Chop Robinson.
Texans coach DeMeco Ryans 'excited' to see C.J. Stroud's growth next season
Published: April 4, 2026 07:13
After a rough end to the 2025 season, Houston's coach is happy with where his QB is at heading into Year 4.