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Mar 30, 2025

Source: Tush push ban has support in committee
At the league meetings this week in West Palm Beach, Florida, a source with direct knowledge told ESPN that the Green Bay Packers' proposal to ban the push sneak, popularly known as the tush push, has support within the NFL's competition committee.

ESPN NFL
Mar 30, 2025

Rodgers still in frame as Steelers weigh QB options
The Pittsburgh Steelers aren't getting off the quarterback carousel anytime soon. Amid a public courtship of quarterback Aaron Rodgers, coach Mike Tomlin said Sunday that the team is still evaluating its options to add to the quarterback room.

ESPN NFL
Mar 30, 2025

Fields tabbed Jets' QB1: 'We believe in Justin'
Justin Fields will be the Jets' starting quarterback, general manager Darren Mougey declared Sunday.

ESPN NFL
Mar 30, 2025

Ravens wait for NFL to finish Tucker investigation
Ravens president Sashi Brown said Sunday that the team won't make a determination on kicker Justin Tucker's future with the franchise until the NFL has finished its investigation.

ESPN NFL
Mar 30, 2025

Cowboys feel good about recent talks with Parsons
Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones feels "good" about the direction of talks between the team and All-Pro pass rusher Micah Parsons.

ESPN NFL
Mar 30, 2025

Sources: Aiyuk trade unlikely barring late change
The 49ers are not expected to trade wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk by Tuesday, when he is due a $22.85 million bonus, barring a late deal materializing, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

ESPN NFL
Mar 30, 2025

How Stefon Diggs could transform the Patriots' offense
Diggs impact, Polk's surgery, Campbell's arm length and seven other things from the Patriots this week.

ESPN NFL
Mar 29, 2025

Sources: Texans add LB Speed from rival Colts
The Texans have agreed to a one-year deal worth $5 million with former Colts linebacker E.J. Speed, sources confirmed to ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Mar 29, 2025

Bills, CB Benford agree to 4-year, $76M extension
The Bills have agreed to terms with cornerback Christian Benford on a four-year, $76 million contract extension, his agents told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

ESPN NFL
Mar 29, 2025

Elic Ayomanor's journey from Canada to the NFL draft
From Medicine Hat, Alberta, the Stanford receiver came along way to a record night against Travis Hunter and his NFL future.

ESPN NFL
Mar 29, 2025

Brandin Cooks has a lot 'left in the tank' for second stint with Saints
After missing seven games with the Cowboys last season due to an infection, Cooks says body feels "incredible."

ESPN NFL
Mar 28, 2025

Ravens, Harbaugh reach extension through '28
John Harbaugh, the Ravens' all-time winningest coach, has agreed to a three-year extension with the team through the 2028 season. He was entering the final year of his deal.

ESPN NFL
Mar 28, 2025

Source: UFL players use opener to appeal to Rock
UFL players will open the season without a CBA, a source told ESPN, but they plan to present a letter to league co-owner Dwayne Johnson asking for help.

ESPN NFL
Mar 28, 2025

Source: LB White heads to Raiders on 1-year deal
The Raiders have signed veteran inside linebacker Devin White to a one-year deal, a source confirmed to ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Mar 28, 2025

Patriots release LB Bentley after seven seasons
Veteran linebacker Ja'Whaun Bentley, a three-time captain for the New England Patriots, was released Friday after seven seasons with the organization.

ESPN NFL
Mar 28, 2025

Diggs: ACL, 1,000-yard history affected Pats deal
Stefon Diggs says his Patriots contract -- worth $69 million, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter -- is the range the wide receiver expected, in part because he is coming off a torn ACL.

ESPN NFL
Mar 28, 2025

PSU's Carter: 'Overall impact' makes me No. 1
Outside linebacker Abdul Carter restated his pitch to be the No. 1 NFL draft pick during Penn State's pro day, saying he offers an "overall impact" that makes everyone on his team better.

ESPN NFL
Mar 28, 2025

Source: Patriots planning to release LB Bentley
The Patriots are planning to release veteran starting linebacker and three-time team captain Ja'Whaun Bentley on Friday, a source tells ESPN

ESPN NFL
Mar 28, 2025

Patriots honor ex-safety Stevens, who died at 51
The Patriots paid honor to former Super Bowl winner Matt Stevens after he died March 20 at the age of 51.

ESPN NFL
Mar 28, 2025

'It was like straight out of a movie': How the UFL turned a brick salesman into an NFL star
Jake Bates was a salesman at Acme Brick Co. when a chance with the UFL resuscitated his football career.

ESPN NFL
Mar 28, 2025

Inside Elic Ayomanor's viral night and journey from Canada to the NFL draft
From Medicine Hat, Alberta, the Stanford receiver came along way to a record night against Travis Hunter and his NFL future.

ESPN NFL
Mar 27, 2025

Deion: Will be happy wherever Shedeur is picked
Deion Sanders says he's not trying to steer Shedeur Sanders to any specific destination in next month's draft and would be happy wherever his star quarterback son is selected.

ESPN NFL
Mar 27, 2025

Jets continue rebuilding WR corps, sign Reynolds
The Jets have signed wide receiver Josh Reynolds, the team announced Thursday.

ESPN NFL
Mar 27, 2025

Pass rusher Carter won't work out at PSU pro day
Abdul Carter won't be participating in Penn State's pro day Friday, Carter's agent, Drew Rosenhaus, told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

ESPN NFL
Mar 27, 2025

Ex-NFL RB Johnson charged in dogfighting case
Former NFL running back LeShon Johnson has been charged in a federal dogfighting case after 190 dogs were seized from him last year.

ESPN NFL
Mar 27, 2025

First bets: Early picks for 2025 NFL season win totals
What are the opening NFL season win totals our experts like right now? Here are some early bets to consider.

ESPN NFL
Mar 27, 2025

Season win total projections for all 32 teams
Where does your team stand heading into 2025? Here are win totals, projections, odds and more for every team.

ESPN NFL
Mar 27, 2025

Logos, coaches, stadiums and key players for all eight teams
Here are the teams, coaches and key players who will take the field this month as the UFL begins Season 2.

ESPN NFL
Mar 27, 2025

Watch the tape: Why Mason Graham is primed to become a defensive cornerstone
NFL teams aren't worried about the former Michigan defensive tackle's measurables.

ESPN NFL
Mar 27, 2025

'Such a fairy-tale ending': Inside Brandon Graham's final, turbulent, triumphant season as an Eagle
Graham, and family, recall the 15-year vet's final season.

ESPN NFL
Mar 27, 2025

If Aaron Rodgers balks, what are the Steelers prospects at QB?
If the four-time MVP is out, the Steelers could sign a bridge QB, get someone in the draft or both.

ESPN NFL
Mar 27, 2025

Why Gardner Minshew wanted to be a Chief ... and why his role is critical
Minshew succeeds Carson Wentz in the all-important backup QB role behind Patrick Mahomes.

ESPN NFL
Mar 27, 2025

UFL 2025 preview: Skip Holtz looks to keep Birmingham on top, Bob Stoops takes aim
The UFL season kicks off Friday night, with every team looking to mount a challenge to Birmingham's dominance.

ESPN NFL
Mar 27, 2025

Clay: 41 things I learned while compiling 2025 fantasy football projections
Mike Clay shares his favorite tidbits from the research that informed his projections.

ESPN NFL
Mar 27, 2025

Clay: More TDs for McBride and 40 more 2025 fantasy football projections takeaways
Mike Clay shares his favorite tidbits from the research that informed his projections.

ESPN NFL
Mar 26, 2025

New Giants QB Wilson: 'I expect to be the starter'
Russell Wilson said he expects to be the starting quarterback of a Giants team that also signed Jameis Winston as a free agent and could also be in the market for a quarterback in this year's draft.

ESPN NFL
Mar 26, 2025

NFL expects more returns if kickoff pitch passes
The NFL competition committee is recommending making the dynamic kickoff rule permanent and moving touchbacks to the 35-yard line in hopes of generating even more returns.

ESPN NFL
Mar 26, 2025

Vikings GM: McCarthy as QB1 is what 'we want'
Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah says J.J. McCarthy earning the starting quarterback is what the team wants, but he also wouldn't rule out future talks with free agent Aaron Rodgers.

ESPN NFL
Mar 26, 2025

NFL pitches making dynamic kickoff permanent
The NFL competition committee is recommending making the dynamic kickoff rule permanent and moving touchbacks to the 35-yard line in hopes of generating even more returns.

ESPN NFL
Mar 26, 2025

Steelers' Heyward clarifies stance on Rodgers
Steelers defensive captain Cameron Heyward has clarified his stance on Aaron Rodgers potentially coming to Pittsburgh.

ESPN NFL
Mar 26, 2025

If Aaron Rodgers balks, what are the Steelers prospects at quarterback?
If the four-time MVP is out, the Steelers could sign a bridge QB, get someone in the draft or both.

ESPN NFL
Mar 26, 2025

Post-free-agency Power Rankings: How all 32 teams stack up, plus under-the-radar moves
Which teams improved this offseason, and which took a step back? Our panel of experts ranked them all.

ESPN NFL
Mar 26, 2025

This NFL hopeful was banned by the NCAA in gambling probe -- but could he still have an NFL future?
After a big junior college season, and working with Jon Gruden, ex-Iowa State QB Hunter Dekkers believes he's ready for the NFL.

ESPN NFL
Mar 25, 2025

Drake Maye gets No. 1 WR: Stefon Diggs immediately improves Patriots' offense
Diggs returns to the AFC East and figures to make an impact with the young Patriots' quarterback.

ESPN NFL
Mar 25, 2025

Tannenbaum plays GM for every NFL team in Round 1: Should the Giants still take a QB at No. 3?
Mike Tannenbaum puts his GM hat on and makes his first-round selections. See why he's taking Cam Ward and Ashton Jeanty early.

ESPN NFL
Mar 25, 2025

Sources: Diggs, Pats agree on 3-year, $69M deal
Stefon Diggs and the New England Patriots reached an agreement on a three-year, $69 million deal that includes $26 million guaranteed.

ESPN NFL
Mar 25, 2025

Answering seven big questions on Wilson to the Giants
The Giants' search for a veteran QB in free agency ended with Wilson and Jameis Winston.

ESPN NFL
Mar 25, 2025

Sources: Wilson reaches 1-year deal with Giants
The Giants and free agent QB Russell Wilson reached agreement Tuesday on a one-year deal worth up to $21 million, including $10.5 million guaranteed, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

ESPN NFL
Mar 25, 2025

Source: NFL likely to pitch tweak to kickoff rule
The NFL's competition committee is likely to propose a change to the league's kickoff rules that could raise return rates for the 2025 season, a source confirmed.

ESPN NFL
Mar 25, 2025

Sources: Titans like Ward, eye better trade haul
The Titans plan to hold an additional private workout and throwing session with Ward, whom the team has become increasingly impressed with, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

ESPN NFL
Mar 25, 2025

Tannenbaum's GM mock draft: A former exec's own first-round picks for every NFL team
Mike Tannenbaum puts his GM hat on and makes his first-round selections. See why he's taking Cam Ward and Ashton Jeanty early.

ESPN NFL
Mar 25, 2025

McCarthy: Vikes haven't told me I'm QB1 in 2025
The Vikings have not told J.J. McCarthy that he is their starting quarterback, he said this week in an interview with the "Up and Adams Show."

ESPN NFL
Mar 25, 2025

Best offseason moves that impact fantasy football: Davante Adams a perfect fit for Rams
Matt Bowen breaks down his five favorite moves of the NFL offseason that impact fantasy football.

ESPN NFL
Mar 25, 2025

After free agency purge, 49ers turn attention to draft for five key positions
The 49ers are seeking starters and depth in the draft along both lines and at skill positions.

ESPN NFL
Mar 25, 2025

Dolphins' humdrum start to free agency sets stage for potential make-or-break draft
With 10 draft picks this April, the Dolphins can begin rebuilding their depth with younger players -- a cohort they sacrificed through their big-money moves of the past few years.

ESPN NFL
Mar 25, 2025

New NFL mock draft ... with a twist: Tannenbaum makes all 32 first-round picks through a GM lens
Mike Tannenbaum puts his GM hat on and makes his own first-round selections. See why he's taking Cam Ward and Ashton Jeanty early.

ESPN NFL
Mar 25, 2025

New NFL mock draft ... with a twist: Tannenbaum makes all 32 first-round picks through a GM's lens
Mike Tannenbaum puts his GM hat on and makes his own first-round selections. See why he's taking Cam Ward and Ashton Jeanty early.

ESPN NFL
Mar 24, 2025

Ward to Titans GM at pro day: 'Solidifying' top pick
Quarterback Cam Ward believes he solidified himself as the top pick in the 2025 NFL draft after throwing at Miami's pro day Monday.

ESPN NFL
Mar 24, 2025

Retirement plan: Rams' Nacua aims to quit at 30
Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua wants to retire at 30. The 23-year-old said he'd like to follow a path similar to that of future Hall of Famer Aaron Donald, who retired at 33 after 10 years in the NFL.

ESPN NFL
Mar 24, 2025

UFL coach Whisenhunt takes leave of absence
Ken Whisenhunt, the coach of the UFL's Memphis Showboats, has taken a leave of absence for personal reasons. Jim Turner will serve as coach in his absence.

ESPN NFL
Mar 24, 2025

Worthy sues ex-fiancée, alleges extortion, abuse
Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy is suing his former fiancée in Williamson County, Texas, alleging she engaged in extortion and assaulted him.

ESPN NFL
Mar 24, 2025

Patriots match Raiders' offer sheet for LB Elliss
The Patriots are matching the Raiders' offer sheet to restricted free agent linebacker Christian Elliss.

ESPN NFL
Mar 24, 2025

Ken Whisenhunt takes personal leave from UFL's Showboats
Ken Whisenhunt, the head coach of the UFL's Memphis Showboats, has taken a leave of absence for personal reasons. Jim Turner will serve as coach in his absence.

ESPN NFL
Mar 24, 2025

Saints sign WR Brandin Cooks on 2-year, $13M deal, source says
Free agent receiver Brandin Cooks has signed a two-year deal with the Saints, the team announced Friday.

ESPN NFL
Mar 24, 2025

Draft buzz: Shedeur Sanders sliding?
Here's what our NFL draft experts are hearing on Shedeur Sanders' stock, QB team fits, pro days and how the top 12 picks might play out.

ESPN NFL
Mar 24, 2025

Deebo Samuel: I'll repay Commanders' 'trust in me' after trade
After the Washington Commanders traded for him, then guaranteed the last year of his contract, receiver Deebo Samuel said he wants to repay them for believing in him.

ESPN NFL
Mar 24, 2025

Free agent QB Aaron Rodgers visits with Steelers, sources say
Free agent quarterback Aaron Rodgers visited with the Steelers for approximately six hours at the team's practice facility on Friday, sources tell ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Mar 24, 2025

Free agent Tyler Conklin reaches 1-year deal with Chargers
Veteran tight end Tyler Conklin has agreed to a one-year deal with the Los Angeles Chargers, his agent, Mike McCartney, said Friday.

ESPN NFL
Mar 24, 2025

Texans, OT Trent Brown agree to 1-year, $3M contract
The Texans and offensive tackle Trent Brown have agreed to a one-year contract worth $3 million. Brown played for the Bengals last season, but he ruptured his patellar tendon in Week 3.

ESPN NFL
Mar 24, 2025

Sources: Jameis Winston agrees to 2-year, $8M deal with Giants
Free-agent quarterback Jameis Winston announced that he has agreed to sign with the Giants.

ESPN NFL
Mar 24, 2025

Sources: Patriots match Raiders' offer sheet to Christian Elliss
The Patriots are matching the Raiders' offer sheet to restricted free agent linebacker Christian Elliss, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Mar 24, 2025

2025 NFL free agency, trade grades: Jameis Winston, Brandin Cooks
We're handing out report cards on big free agency moves, including deals for Jameis Winston and Brandin Cooks.

ESPN NFL
Mar 24, 2025

Can a healthy Hollywood Brown make an impact in 2025?
A preseason injury kept Hollywood Brown off the field for most of 2024. The Chiefs are counting on him in 2025.

ESPN NFL
Mar 24, 2025

Chiefs wanted Hollywood Brown back -- can he deliver on their belief in him?
A preseason injury kept Hollywood Brown off the field for most of 2024. The Chiefs are counting on him in 2025.

ESPN NFL
Mar 24, 2025

Post-free agency NFL Power Rankings: How all 32 teams stack up, plus under-the-radar moves
Which teams improved this offseason, and which took a step back? Our panel of experts ranked them from 1 to 32.

ESPN NFL
Mar 24, 2025

UFL 2025: Teams, logos, coaches, stadiums, key players
Here are the teams, coaches and key players who will take the field this month as the UFL begins Season 2.

ESPN NFL
Mar 24, 2025

Miller's updated draft rankings: The top 50 prospects in the class, plus scouting reports
Who are the best players in the 2025 draft class? Matt Miller ranks the top 50 prospects to watch.

ESPN NFL
Mar 24, 2025

2025 NFL draft Round 1 trades: Which teams should make moves?
The Vikings, 49ers and Browns have big decisions to make in this draft. Let's help them with some advice in the first round.

ESPN NFL
Mar 24, 2025

Ranking best remaining 2025 NFL free agents: Who's unsigned?
Will Stefon Diggs, Aaron Rodgers, Za'Darius Smith and Russell Wilson get paid? Let's restack the top free agents still on the board.

ESPN NFL
Mar 23, 2025

Jets find themselves in familiar territory as draft nears
New York had to decide between filling a hole at tight end or along the offensive line in last year's draft.

ESPN NFL
Mar 23, 2025

Top free agent Stefon Diggs visits New England: Could it be a good fit?
Diggs visited with the Patriots last week as the team looks for an upgrade at receiver for QB Drake Maye.

ESPN NFL
Mar 23, 2025

Why Micah Parsons isn't the only player Dallas needs to extend this offseason
Will the Cowboys get ahead of the curve and pay this trio from their 2022 draft class?

ESPN NFL
Mar 23, 2025

2026 NFL free agency: Top players, QBs potentially available
Who are the top names to know for next year's NFL free agency? Here's our list of who might be available and has a chance to get paid.

ESPN NFL
Mar 22, 2025

Source: Giants reach deal with WR Zach Pascal
The Giants have agreed to terms with wide receiver Zach Pascal, a source told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Mar 22, 2025

Lamar Jackson takes role in 'Power Book III: Raising Kanan'
The Ravens quarterback will play character "E-Tone" in his acting debut.

ESPN NFL
Mar 22, 2025

UFL 2025 guide: Logos, coaches, stadiums and key players for all eight teams
Here are the teams, coaches and key players who will take the field this month as the UFL begins Season 2.

ESPN NFL
Mar 21, 2025

Jameis Winston signing sets up Giants' next -- and more significant -- QB move
It's all fine as long as their future franchise quarterback comes in the draft.

ESPN NFL
Mar 21, 2025

Sources: Winston joining Giants for 2 years, $8M
Free-agent quarterback Jameis Winston announced Friday that he has agreed to sign with the New York Giants.

ESPN NFL
Mar 21, 2025

TE Conklin lands 1-year contract from Chargers
Veteran tight end Tyler Conklin has agreed to a one-year deal with the Los Angeles Chargers, his agent, Mike McCartney, said Friday.

ESPN NFL
Mar 21, 2025

Sources: Free agent QB Rodgers visits Steelers
Free agent quarterback Aaron Rodgers is visiting with the Steelers at the team's practice facility, sources confirmed to ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Mar 21, 2025

Texans bolster OL, add T. Brown on 1-year deal
The Texans and offensive tackle Trent Brown have agreed to a one-year contract worth $3 million. Brown played for the Bengals last season, but he ruptured his patellar tendon in Week 3.

ESPN NFL
Mar 21, 2025

Source: WR Cooks signing 2-yr. deal with Saints
Free agent receiver Brandin Cooks is signing a two-year, $13 million deal with the Saints, a source tells ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Mar 21, 2025

Saints reunite with WR Cooks on two-year deal
Free agent receiver Brandin Cooks has signed a two-year deal with the Saints, the team announced Friday.

ESPN NFL
Mar 21, 2025

Lamar Jackson takes Hollywood with role in 'Power Book III: Raising Kanan'
The Ravens quarterback will play character "E-Tone" in his acting debut.

ESPN NFL
Mar 21, 2025

NFL experts debate free agency: Which teams took a step backwards in March?
We asked our experts to weigh in on the best and worst of NFL free agency, including teams trending up or down.

ESPN NFL
Mar 21, 2025

Browns free agency: Is Kenny Pickett the answer at QB? What about RB, WR?
Cleveland has done little in free agency so far to address the NFL's lowest-scoring offense. Here's where things stand.

ESPN NFL
Mar 21, 2025

Way-Too-Early look at 2026 NFL free agents: Which playmakers could be available next March?
Who are the top names to know for next year's NFL free agency? Here's our list of who might be available and has a chance to get paid.

ESPN NFL
Mar 20, 2025

Source: DE Omenihu gets 1-year deal with Chiefs
Defensive end Charles Omenihu is returning to the Kansas City Chiefs on a one-year deal worth a maximum of $7 million, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

ESPN NFL
Mar 20, 2025

Browns add to offensive line with Jenkins deal
The Browns on Thursday signed free agent guard Teven Jenkins to a contract.

ESPN NFL
Mar 20, 2025

Deebo ready to repay Commanders' 'trust in me'
After the Washington Commanders traded for him, then guaranteed the last year of his contract receiver Deebo Samuel said he wants to repay the belief he says they've shown in him.

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