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Dec 18, 2025

'M.O.B. Ties': How Mike Macdonald rebuilt the Seahawks' winning culture
The Seahawks face the Rams Thursday in a battle for first place in the NFC West. Macdonald has his team ready to compete.

ESPN NFL
Dec 18, 2025

How Rams linebackers Jared Verse, Byron Young are driving the defense
The connection between Verse and Young has helped form the identity of the Rams' defense.

ESPN NFL
Dec 18, 2025

With Devin Neal and Devaughn Vele out, who steps up for the Saints?
Hosting the Jets on Sunday, New Orleans will lean on several players to pick up carries and make catches.

ESPN NFL
Dec 18, 2025

The most coveted NFL head coaching jobs that might come open this offseason: Our 1-8 ranking
Which potential NFL head coach opening would be most attractive to candidates? Let's sort eight possible openings, starting with Cincinnati.

ESPN NFL
Dec 18, 2025

Let's simulate the rest of the 2025 NFL season: The last three weeks, plus playoff and Super Bowl results
We used the ESPN Football Power Index's most likely simulation to project Weeks 16, 17 and 18 -- and how the playoff field could stack up.

ESPN NFL
Dec 18, 2025

Playoff-clinching scenarios: Which teams can secure a berth in Week 16?
Nine teams have the chance to clinch a playoff berth this week. Denver can also lock up the AFC's No. 1 seed.

ESPN NFL
Dec 17, 2025

Survivor pool strategy: Bills, Texans among top options in Week 16
NFL survivor pool strategy, predictions and picks for ESPN Eliminator Challenge Week 16.

ESPN NFL
Dec 17, 2025

Bears expand stadium search to include Indiana
The Chicago Bears are exploring locations for a new stadium outside the city and even outside Illinois after multiple plans hit stumbling blocks over concerns about the cost to taxpayers.

ESPN NFL
Dec 17, 2025

Seahawks LT Cross out; Adams doubtful for Rams
The Seahawks will be without left tackle Charles Cross while Rams receiver Davante Adams is doubtful to play in Thursday night's NFC West showdown.

ESPN NFL
Dec 17, 2025

Saints' Neal, Vele ruled out Sunday vs. Jets
New Orleans Saints coach Kellen Moore ruled out running back Devin Neal (hamstring) and wide receiver Devaughn Vele (shoulder) for Sunday's game against the New York Jets.

ESPN NFL
Dec 17, 2025

Smith 'expecting to win a lot of games' as a Raider
When asked about the importance of remaining in Las Vegas and helping turn around what is currently a 2-12 team, Raiders QB Geno Smith said, "I'm expecting to win a lot of games here."

ESPN NFL
Dec 17, 2025

Burrow on Bengals future: 'Crazy things happen'
Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow was asked Wednesday if he ever envisioned playing for another franchise.

ESPN NFL
Dec 17, 2025

Cowboys' Pickens ready to move on from criticism
Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens did not want to get too much into the criticism he received following the Dec. 4 loss to the Detroit Lions.

ESPN NFL
Dec 17, 2025

Jets' Cook stays QB1 even with vets on way back
The Jets are sticking with undrafted rookie Brady Cook as their quarterback, tacitly acknowledging they're in evaluation mode as they play out the final three games of another lost season.

ESPN NFL
Dec 17, 2025

Ward wants Titans to involve him in HC search
Cam Ward wants to be involved in the process when the Titans search for their next head coach.

ESPN NFL
Dec 17, 2025

How Tua Tagovailoa's benching impacts Dolphins' future
Will Dolphins part ways with Tagovailoa or his contract prohibitive? Did Mike McDaniel fail with Tagovailoa?

ESPN NFL
Dec 17, 2025

Gannon: Rules a factor in Cards' woeful tackling
Cardinals coach Jonathan Gannon shared his displeasure with how he thinks the NFL's collectively bargained rules prevent defensive players from becoming better tacklers.

ESPN NFL
Dec 17, 2025

Mahomes begins rehab, eyes Week 1 return
Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes has begun rehab following surgery to repair two torn ligaments in his left knee, and the team is optimistic the two-time MVP could be back early next season -- perhaps even by the time Kansas City plays Week 1.

ESPN NFL
Dec 17, 2025

Nacua: Refs 'the worst,' make calls to get on TV
The Rams' Puka Nacua said on a livestream Tuesday night that he thinks some NFL referees make calls just to get shown on TV during games.

ESPN NFL
Dec 17, 2025

Dolphins bench Tua, will start Ewers vs. Bengals
The Dolphins are benching quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and turning to rookie Quinn Ewers as their new starter.

ESPN NFL
Dec 17, 2025

Source: Ruckert, Jets agree to 2-year, $10M deal
Tight end Jeremy Ruckert agreed to a two-year, $10 million contract extension with the Jets on Wednesday, a source told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.

ESPN NFL
Dec 17, 2025

Sources: Dolphins bench Tua in favor of Ewers
The Dolphins are benching quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and turning to rookie Quinn Ewers as their new starter, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

ESPN NFL
Dec 17, 2025

Facts vs. Feelings: Bo Nix and six other potential playoff heroes
We don't get to know the script before the game's played, but the facts portend who has a chance to play hero.

ESPN NFL
Dec 17, 2025

What we're hearing about the Mahomes and Parsons fallout, plus feedback on Rivers' return
Here's the latest heading into NFL Week 16, including intel on Patrick Mahomes, Micah Parsons, Philip Rivers, playoff races and offseason trade candidates.

ESPN NFL
Dec 17, 2025

Matchup rankings: Upgrade Herbert, Judkins, downgrade Prescott, Etienne Jr.
The most and least favorable matchups in the NFL for this week's games at the four key fantasy positions (QB, RB, WR and TE).

ESPN NFL
Dec 17, 2025

NFL Week 16 buzz: What we're hearing on Mahomes, Parsons, Rivers and playoff races
Here's the latest heading into NFL Week 16, including intel on Patrick Mahomes, Micah Parsons, Philip Rivers, playoff races and offseason trade candidates.

ESPN NFL
Dec 17, 2025

The Broncos and Rams clinched ... now can they reach the Super Bowl?
Plus, Philip Rivers' first start back in the NFL and some wild Week 15 trends to watch.

ESPN NFL
Dec 17, 2025

When in 2026 might Packers' Micah Parsons return from ACL tear?
Here's what we can glean from timelines of other Packers who worked their way back from the same injury.

ESPN NFL
Dec 17, 2025

Barnwell on two knee injuries with big implications
Micah Parsons and Patrick Mahomes both suffered significant knee injuries Sunday.

ESPN NFL
Dec 17, 2025

Sean McVay, Rams announce birth of son as roster transaction
The Rams likened Christian's birth to a traditional roster decision.

ESPN NFL
Dec 17, 2025

150 prospects, 12 schools, 7 rounds: We stacked players in the CFP by NFL draft stock
From Indiana to James Madison, we picked out every CFP player who could factor into the 2026 NFL draft and slotted them by stock from Round 1 to Round 7.

ESPN NFL
Dec 17, 2025

?? Playoff picture: Clinching scenarios for Week 16
In Week 16, nine NFL teams have the chance to clinch a playoff berth. The Broncos can also lock up the AFC's No. 1 seed.

ESPN NFL
Dec 17, 2025

Examining Bucs-Panthers showdown with NFC South, playoff spot on the line
We break down the stretch run as the Panthers try to unseat the four-time reigning champion Bucs.

ESPN NFL
Dec 17, 2025

Four TD passes against the Packers? Bo Nix is leveling up at the right time
Nix is coming off his best game as a pro, continuing a month in which he has been one of the NFL's best QBs. What has been different for Denver's signal-caller?

ESPN NFL
Dec 17, 2025

How NFL teams complain to the league about officiating calls
Whether it's John Harbaugh complaining about an overturned TD or Andy Reid's pushback on the tush push, the NFL pays attention to complaints.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Love heads to NFL draft after stellar Irish run
Jeremiyah Love, the star Notre Dame running back and Heisman Trophy finalist, made it official Tuesday night and declared for the 2026 NFL draft.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Browns LB Bush found not guilty in assault trial
Browns linebacker Devin Bush was acquitted of assault and harassment charges Tuesday after a judge said prosecutors failed to prove Bush had the intent to harm or injure his girlfriend in the May incident.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Cardinals put RB Knight on IR, ending his season
The Cardinals placed running back Bam Knight on injured reserve Tuesday, ending his season.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Commanders' Daniels 'super frustrated' by year
Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels said he's "super frustrated" by how his injury-marred second season went.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Santa Claus goes straight to the NFL: Snoop Dogg to perform for Lions-Vikings on Christmas
Snoop Dogg will headline his first NFL halftime show since being part of the Super Bowl LVI halftime show.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Will your team make the playoffs? Simulate the rest of the regular season
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ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Dolphins' McDaniel opens door to benching Tua
Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel opened the door to a possible quarterback change Tuesday, saying "everything is on the table," after Tua Tagovailoa's performance in Monday night's loss to the Steelers.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

?? Roster add: McVay announces birth of son
The Rams announced the news on social media with a humorous post likening Christian's birth to a traditional roster decision.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Packers' LaFleur confirms Parsons has torn ACL
Packers head coach Matt LeFleur confirmed Tuesday that star pass rusher Micah Parsons suffered a season-ending torn ACL in Sunday's loss to the Broncos.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Caleb Williams' impossible pass and 2 Pats runners top 20 mph highlight Week 15
Here were some of the top plays in the NFL in Week 15, as defined by Next Gen Stats.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Playoff picture: Updated projections, chances to make the postseason
We're looking ahead to how the 14-team playoff picture could line up -- and who will win divisions.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

NFL playoff-clinching scenarios: Which teams can secure a berth in Week 16?
In Week 16, nine NFL teams have the chance to clinch a playoff berth. The Broncos can also lock up the AFC's No. 1 seed.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Jets release receiver Lazard, last Rodgers-era link
The Jets severed their last tie to the ill-fated Aaron Rodgers era by releasing receiver Allen Lazard after three seasons with the team, a source confirmed to ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Rams still hope injured Adams can play in Seattle
The Rams have not ruled out Davante Adams for Thursday night's showdown against the Seahawks, despite the star wide receiver's hamstring injury.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Jones: 'Important' for Cowboys to be competitive
Cowboys' owner and GM Jerry Jones says it's "important" for the team to remain competitive over the final three games of the regular season, even if the team is officially eliminated from postseason play.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Rankings for Week 16
Weekly individual and composite rankings for each position in PPR and IDP formats, as well as Eric Karabell's superflex ranks.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

What is going on with Trevon Diggs and the Dallas Cowboys?
Will Diggs be activated by Saturday's deadline or miss the rest of the season on injured reserve?

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Which NFL teams are rising -- or falling -- after 15 weeks? Our new Power Rankings
Let's update our NFL Power Rankings ahead of Week 16. We also looked at players who could get contract extensions this offseason.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Updated NFL Power Rankings: New 1-32 poll, plus who could get extended this offseason
Let's update our NFL Power Rankings ahead of Week 16. We also looked at players who could get contract extensions this offseason.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Caleb Williams, Drake Maye and Matthew Stafford had some of the top plays of Week 15
Here were some of the top plays in the NFL, as defined by Next Gen Sta

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Big questions from Week 15 games: Is Steelers' defense legit? What now for Chiefs?
Our NFL Nation reporters answer big questions from each Week 15 game. Here's what you need to know.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Solak spins NFL Week 15 forward: The Broncos and Rams clinched ... now can they reach the Super Bowl?
Ben Solak sizes up the Broncos and Rams in their respective conferences, Philip Rivers' first start back in the NFL and some wild Week 15 trends to watch.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Course correction: Lamar Jackson, Ravens getting back on track
Jackson was back to producing touchdowns, countering the blitz and stretching the field against the Bengals.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Rodgers says win made extra special by 'castoffs'
Aaron Rodgers grinned as he shouted out the names of his teammates who helped the Steelers beat the Dolphins on Monday night -- Kenneth Gainwell, Connor Heyward, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Asante Samuel Jr., Adam Thielen. They all had something in common.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Big Ben: Tomlin has 'right to move on,' or stay put
Ahead of his Hall of Honor induction Monday night, former Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger couched comments he previously made on his podcast about coach Mike Tomlin and his future in Pittsburgh.

ESPN NFL
Dec 16, 2025

Big questions from Week 15 games: Can Pittsburgh's defense repeat against Detroit? What now for Chiefs?
Our NFL Nation reporters answer big questions from each Week 15 game. Here's what you need to know.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Chiefs' Mahomes has surgery for torn ACL, LCL
Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes underwent successful surgery Monday in Dallas to repair the tear in his left ACL. A league source told ESPN that Mahomes also had a torn LCL that was repaired.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

NFL Week 15's fashionable arrivals, featuring Steelers QB Aaron Rodgers
The top fashion looks around the NFL.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Commanders shut down Daniels for rest of year
Jayden Daniels' injury-marred second season is over. The Commanders have shut down the quarterback a week after he aggravated his dislocated left, non-throwing elbow.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Broncos defense takes hit with Jones put on IR
The Broncos placed safety Brandon Jones on injured reserve Monday with a pectoral injury.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Bears weigh sitting Odunze to help foot recover
The Bears are weighing whether to sideline Rome Odunze for an extended stretch as the WR recovers from a foot injury.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Source: Jags' Tuten out weeks for finger surgery
Jaguars running back Bhayshul Tuten will undergo surgery to repair a broken finger and will miss several weeks, a league source told ESPN. Tuten is expected to be ready in time for the postseason.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

'Crap, coach wasn't scared': Philip Rivers and more top NFL quotes from Week 15
Week 15 in the NFL brought abnormal scenarios and unpredictable moments that were voiced, producing some unforgettable quotes.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Burrow to start final 3 games: 'We want to win'
Quarterback Joe Burrow is expected to start the final three games of the regular season, coach Zac Taylor said Monday.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Bucs' McMillan: Neck injury almost paralyzed me
Buccaneers WR Jalen McMillan reflected on his recovery from a severe neck injury that could've left him paralyzed.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Rivers to remain Colts' QB1 for MNF vs. 49ers
Philip Rivers will remain the Colts' starting quarterback for their Week 16 "Monday Night Football" matchup with the 49ers, coach Shane Steichen said Monday.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

NFL Week 16 odds: Eagles can clinch NFC East with win vs. Commanders
Week 16 features huge matchups with the NFL playoffs approaching. Here are the odds, spreads and totals for every game.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Early Week 16 bets: Broncos over Jaguars, Drake Maye to win MVP among picks
Which lines offered value once odds came out? Here are games we are eyeing for bets going into Week 16.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Buccaneers place starting CB McCollum on IR
The Buccaneers placed starting cornerback Zyon McCollum on injured reserve Monday due to a hip injury.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

?? Judging biggest overreactions for Week 15
Has Liam Coen unlocked the Jags' mercurial QB? Will we see an AFC East rubber match? We overreact to Week 15, plus fantasy football takes.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

MRI confirms Parsons has torn ACL, source says
An MRI confirmed that Packers star pass rusher Micah Parsons suffered a season-ending torn ACL, a source told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Ravens' Buchanan suffered torn ACL vs. Bengals
Baltimore Ravens LB Teddye Buchanan tore his ACL and will miss the remainder of the year, coach John Harbaugh said.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Mahomes avoided major damage to rest of knee
An MRI revealed, that besides his torn ACL, Patrick Mahomes didn't have any major damage to his other ligaments in his left knee.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

NFL playoff picture: Updated projections, chances to make the postseason
We're looking ahead to how the 14-team playoff picture could line up -- and who will win divisions -- en route to Super Bowl LX.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Free agent pickups: What can you do to replace Patrick Mahomes?
All the free agent options worth adding as we dive into Week 16 and the fantasy football playoffs.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Eric Moody's notebook: Who got the ball on Sunday?
Snaps, targets and other participation data that can portend future value.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Jets fire DC Wilks after blowout loss to Jaguars
The New York Jets have fired defensive coordinator Steve Wilks and have turned playcalling over to interim DC Chris Harris, who has served as the passing game coordinator.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Simmons' home burglarized during Titans' game
Titans defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons' home was broken into while the team was in Santa Clara, California, to face the 49ers on Sunday.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Has Trevor Lawrence leveled up? Are Packers doomed? Let's overreact to Week 15
Has Liam Coen unlocked the Jags' mercurial QB? Will we see an AFC East rubber match? That and much more.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

'I have nothing positive to say': Struggling Jets defense searching for answers
New York coach Aaron Glenn seemed to have separated himself from defensive coordinator Steve Wilks after Jaguars loss.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Source: Pack get good news on Watson's injury
Packers receiver Christian Watson did not sustain a long-term injury and it's not out of the realm of possibility that he could play in the next game on Saturday against the Bears, a source told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Barnwell on two knee injuries with big implications: What now for the Packers, Chiefs?
Micah Parsons and Patrick Mahomes both suffered significant knee injuries Sunday. What do they mean for the Packers' playoff push and the Chiefs' offseason plans?

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

How two seismic Week 15 injuries impacted the NFL: Barnwell on Parsons, Mahomes and the fallout
Micah Parsons and Patrick Mahomes both suffered significant knee injuries Sunday. What do they mean for the Packers' playoff push and the Chiefs' offseason plans?

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Source: LB Buchanan believed to have ACL tear
The belief is that Ravens linebacker Teddye Buchanan tore his ACL in Sunday's 24-0 win at the Bengals, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter, which would mean the team's second-leading tackler would be out for the remainder of the season.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

State of the Steelers: What organization's past tells us about Mike Tomlin's future
With a contract option decision due by March 1, 2026, the team and the 53-year-old coach stay "business-like."

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Why Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel is so much more than a meme
McDaniel has grown famous for his viral moments, but people who have played for him say he's so much more.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Is eliminated Chiefs' Super Bowl window closing -- and what changes are ahead?
Will Travis Kelce retire? Will Patrick Mahomes be ready for Week 1? The state of the Chiefs is not pretty.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

McCarthy hits 'Griddy' before TD, irking O'Connell
Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell was displeased with J.J. McCarthy's modified "Griddy" touchdown dance, a celebration the QB admitted he had been warned not to do.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Cowboys' once-bright outlook dims with latest loss
A 34-26 defeat to the Vikings on Sunday night dropped the Cowboys to 6-7-1 and saw their playoff chances dwindle to 1%.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

?? Bills roast Patriots in NFL Week 15 trolls
NFL teams remained petty in Week 15 with the Buffalo Bills poking fun at the New England Patriots after a huge road win.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Rivers: Return was 'blast,' but loss stings most
In his stunning return after nearly five full seasons in retirement, Philip Rivers started at quarterback for the Colts and positioned them to win before a late collapse by Indy in an 18-16 loss to the Seahawks on Sunday.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Big questions from Week 15 games: Can the Rams take the 1-seed? What now for the Chiefs?
Our NFL Nation reporters answer big questions from each Week 15 game.

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

What's next for Packers after Parsons, Watson injuries?
How will injuries to Parsons and Watson affect the Packers after Sunday's loss to the Broncos?

ESPN NFL
Dec 15, 2025

Two vulnerable NFL sack records: Tracking pace for Myles Garrett (21.5!), Broncos' D (58!)
The Browns' vet edge rusher and Denver's defense are in contention to rewrite the single-season sacks record book.

ESPN NFL
Dec 14, 2025

Surtain flips game with INT as red-hot Broncos roll
The Broncos credited star cornerback Pat Surtain II with flipping the game's momentum when he intercepted Jordan Love and stopped the red-hot Packers.

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