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Apr 25, 2026

GM: Texans' Collins stance clear, not trading him
Texans general manager Nick Caserio made it clear that wideout Nico Collins is not available for trade.

ESPN NFL
Apr 25, 2026

Texans GM: Collins stance clear, not trading him
Texans general manager Nick Caserio made it clear that wideout Nico Collins is not available for trade.

ESPN NFL
Apr 25, 2026

Which teams won -- and lost -- on Day 2 of the NFL draft? Kiper on the best values, biggest reaches
We're through 100 picks of the NFL draft. Mel Kiper Jr. sorts through the steals and reaches of Day 2, including some big value selections.

ESPN NFL
Apr 25, 2026

Mini NFL mock draft: Predicting the first 10 picks of Round 4
Jordan Reid looks ahead to Day 3 of the NFL draft with predictions for the first few picks of Round 4.

ESPN NFL
Apr 25, 2026

2026 NFL draft superlatives: Standouts from the first three rounds
The 2026 NFL draft picks can be compared by any number of statistical categories. Here are some of the more subjective superlatives from the event.

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

Cards draft Beck, add ex-Canes star to QB room
The Cardinals drafted Carson Beck with the 65th pick, muddying an already cloudy QB situation.

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

Cowboys add LB depth, trade for Niners' Winters
The Cowboys acquired LB Dee Winters from the 49ers for pick No. 152 in the fifth round of the NFL draft.

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

Falcons draft Terrell, unite CB with star brother
The Falcons selected Avieon Terrell with the No. 48 pick of the NFL draft, uniting the Clemson CB with his older brother A.J.

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

Motivated by snub, McDonald drafted by Texans
New Texans rookie defensive tackle Kayden McDonald believes he's the best player in the 2026 draft and will use falling to the second round as motivation.

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

McVay in 'lockstep' with GM after tense presser
Rams coach Sean McVay said Friday night that he and general manager Les Snead "couldn't be in more lockstep in every decision that we make."

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

Greenard traded to Eagles, gets new $100M deal
The Eagles acquired Jonathan Greenard in a trade with the Vikings and agreed to a lucrative new deal with the star linebacker.

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

Still waiting on Rodgers, Steelers draft QB Allar
The Steelers added to the QB position Friday night, selecting former Penn State star Drew Allar in the third round of the NFL draft.

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

Answering big questions off Round 1: What were the best (and worst) picks of the night?
What were the best and worst picks of Round 1? Which trades really stood out? And what can we expect?

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

Grading NFL draft trades: Who won the Jonathan Greenard deal, Eagles or Vikings?
We're grading the most impactful trades of the 2026 NFL draft, including the Vikings trading Greenard to Philly.

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

Mendoza: Have 'huge responsibility' with Raiders
Fernando Mendoza said "it's a huge responsibility" to be the face of a franchise with a proud history like the Raiders.

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

Sources: Niners trade LB Winters to Cowboys
The Cowboys acquired LB Dee Winters from the 49ers for pick No. 152 in the fifth round of the NFL draft, according to sources.

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

Ravens set as Cowboys' opponent in '26 Rio game
The Ravens on Friday were named the Cowboys' opponent for the first NFL regular-season game in Rio de Janeiro on Sept. 27.

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

R Mason Thomas' name explained: Why "R" doesn't stand for anything
One of the draft's most intriguing names has a simple explanation: R Mason is his full first name -- not an abbreviation.

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

Packers, Reed agree to 3-year, $50M extension
The Packers and receiver Jayden Reed have agreed to a three-year, $50 million contract extension that includes $20 million in guaranteed money.

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

Snead touts McVay 'lockstep' after tense presser
Rams general manager Les Snead said Friday that he and coach Sean McVay are "in lockstep" on decisions they make in the draft.

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

Hunt: Chiefs plan to bid for SB, Final Four, CFP
The Chiefs expect to unveil renderings for their new, $3 billion domed stadium later this summer, and team owner Clark Hunt said Friday that the plan is to begin bidding for the Super Bowl, Final Four and College Football Playoff games.

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

How Rams quietly zeroed in on Ty Simpson in the draft -- and kept it a secret
While the Rams always try to mute their plans, they found that process magnified when it came to the quarterback position.

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

NFL futures: Every team's win total, SB odds
NFC West teams hold on to shortest, longest title odds after first round

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

Love favored for ROY, followed by Tate, Mendoza
New Cardinals running back Jeremiyah Love is the favorite to win offensive rookie of the year ahead of Carnell Tate and Fernando Mendoza. Jets defensive end David Bailey leads the odds for defensive rookie of the year.

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

Grading NFL draft trades: Every big Round 1 swap
We're grading the most impactful trades of the 2026 NFL draft, including three deals by the Bills.

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

Answering big questions off Round 1 of the NFL draft: What were the best (and worst) picks of the night?
What were the best and worst picks of Round 1? Which trades really stood out? And what can we expect going into Day 2?

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

Round 1 is over ... so let's predict Rounds 2-3: Miller's quick-turn NFL mock draft for Day 2
Where will the best players still on the board land on Day 2? We projected the next 68 picks of the NFL draft.

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

The best team fits for Day 2: Solak finds 10 matches that need to happen
Anthony Hill Jr. to the Cowboys? Avieon Terrell to the Bengals? Here are some fits that make too much sense.

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

NFL mock draft of Rounds 2-3: Predicting landing spots for available prospects
Where will the best players still on the board land on Day 2? We projected the next 68 picks of the NFL draft.

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

Grading NFL draft trades: What to make of every big Round 1 swap
We're grading the most impactful trades of the 2026 NFL draft, including three deals by the Bills.

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

NFL mock draft of Rounds 2-3: Predicting landing spots for the best prospects still available
Where will the best players still on the board land on Day 2? We projected the next 68 picks of the NFL draft.

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

Big winners, losers and value picks of Round 1: Kiper on a wild start to the NFL draft
Mel Kiper Jr. makes sense of the first round of the NFL draft, sizing up moves like the Makai Lemon, Caleb Downs and Ty Simpson picks.

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

Bucs draft Bain, confident in former Miami star
The Buccaneers selected Rueben Bain Jr. with the 15th pick in the NFL draft, less than two weeks after news surfaced that the ex-Miami star was involved in a motor vehicle accident that resulted in the death of a passenger in 2024.

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

49ers keep Jones, surprised no Day 1 pick offered
Kyle Shanahan indicated that not only would Mac Jones be on the Niners next season, but if any team was going to deal for him, it likely would have needed to involve a first-round pick.

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

Love to Cards, highest-drafted RB since Saquon
The Cardinals selected former Notre Dame star Jeremiyah Love with the third pick in the NFL draft, making him the highest-drafted RB since Saquon Barkley went No. 2 in 2018.

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

Host Steelers draft Iheanachor to boost O-line
With the 21st pick, the Steelers drafted offensive tackle Max Iheanachor from Arizona State.

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

Vikings pick DT Banks at 18 despite foot injury
The Vikings made one of the boldest and riskiest selections Thursday in the first round of the NFL draft, choosing Florida defensive lineman Caleb Banks at No. 18 overall.

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

Miller, Reid and Yates answer Round 1 questions: Perfect picks and shocking moves
What were the best and worst picks? Which trades really stood out? And what can we expect going into Day 2?

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

Grading NFL draft trades: Taking a look at all of the big Round 1 swaps
We're grading the most impactful trades of the 2026 NFL draft, including three deals by the Bills.

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

2026 NFL draft superlatives: Standouts from the first round
The 2026 NFL draft picks can be compared by any number of statistical categories. Here are some of the more subjective superlatives from the event.

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

Chiefs: 'Top-5 guy' in CB Delane worth trade up
The Chiefs moved up in the NFL draft Thursday night, acquiring the No. 6 pick from the Browns and using it to select LSU cornerback Mansoor Delane. Cleveland took Spencer Fano at No. 9.

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

Cowboys 'changed face' of D via Downs, Lawrence
After taking Ohio State safety Caleb Downs at No. 11, thanks to a trade with the Dolphins, the Cowboys selected UCF edge rusher Malachi Lawrence with the 23rd pick after moving down from No. 20 in a trade with the Eagles.

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

Giants thrilled with picks: 'Couldn't do any better'
The New York Giants addressed both sides of the ball Thursday in the first round of the NFL draft, selecting Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese with the fifth pick and then taking Miami offensive lineman Francis Mauigoa at No. 10.

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

Jets pick 3 players from CFP teams in 1st round
The Jets selected three players in the first round Thursday night -- DE David Bailey at No. 2, TE Kenyon Sadiq at 16 and WR Omar Cooper Jr. at No. 30.

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

Jets refuel, pick DE Bailey, TE Sadiq, WR Cooper
The Jets selected three players in the first round Thursday night -- DE David Bailey at No. 2, TE Kenyon Sadiq at 16 and WR Omar Cooper Jr. at No. 30.

ESPN NFL
Apr 24, 2026

Rams take Simpson, note 'this is Matthew's team'
The Rams selected quarterback Ty Simpson with the 13th pick in the NFL draft Thursday night, though coach Sean McVay made it clear: "This is Matthew's team."

ESPN NFL
Apr 23, 2026

2026 NFL draft superlatives: Standouts from Night 1
The 2026 NFL draft picks can be compared by any number of statistical categories. Here are some of the more subjective superlatives from the event.

ESPN NFL
Apr 23, 2026

Amid Brown buzz, Eagles trade up for WR Lemon
The Eagles made a trade with the division rival Cowboys on Thursday night, selecting USC wide receiver Makai Lemon with the No. 20 pick.

ESPN NFL
Apr 23, 2026

Giants draft Reese at No. 5, then Mauigoa at 10
The New York Giants addressed both sides of the ball Thursday in the first round of the NFL draft, selecting Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese with the fifth pick and then taking Miami offensive lineman Francis Mauigoa at No. 10.

ESPN NFL
Apr 23, 2026

Cowboys trade up for Downs, then pick Lawrence
The Cowboys traded up one spot to the No. 11 pick and selected Ohio State safety Caleb Downs.

ESPN NFL
Apr 23, 2026

Jets boost defense with Bailey, offense with Sadiq
The Jets opted for production over potential, selecting Texas Tech edge rusher David Bailey with the second pick Thursday night in the NFL draft.

ESPN NFL
Apr 23, 2026

Rams take Simpson as likely Stafford successor
According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, Rams coach Sean McVay told Matthew Stafford earlier Thursday of the team's plan to take Ty Simpson at No. 13.

ESPN NFL
Apr 23, 2026

Grading NFL draft trades: Taking a look at the Cowboys' two first-round swaps
We're grading the most impactful trades of the 2026 NFL draft, including two Dallas Cowboys trades.

ESPN NFL
Apr 23, 2026

Pick-by-pick takes on Round 1 of the NFL draft: How prospects fit with their new teams
Here's our NFL Nation reporters' look at the biggest questions for each Round 1 pick and how every player fits with his new team.

ESPN NFL
Apr 23, 2026

2026 NFL draft: Fantasy football outlook for Jeremiyah Love, other first-rounders
Liz Loza, Matt Bowen and Mike Clay break down the fantasy potential of early-round rookies from the NFL draft and provide initial 2026 projections.

ESPN NFL
Apr 23, 2026

2026 NFL draft: Fantasy football outlook for Love, Allar and more from Days 1 and 2
Liz Loza, Matt Bowen and Mike Clay break down the fantasy potential of early-round rookies from the NFL draft and provide initial 2026 projections.

ESPN NFL
Apr 23, 2026

2026 NFL draft: Fantasy football outlook for Love, Tate, other first-rounders
Liz Loza, Matt Bowen and Mike Clay break down the fantasy potential of early-round rookies from the NFL draft and provide initial 2026 projections.

ESPN NFL
Apr 23, 2026

2026 NFL draft: Fantasy football outlooks for Love, Allar and more
Liz Loza, Matt Bowen and Mike Clay break down the fantasy potential of early-round rookies from the NFL draft and provide initial 2026 projections.

ESPN NFL
Apr 23, 2026

Pros and cons of every pick in Round 1: How each player fits with his new team
Here's our NFL Nation reporters' look at the biggest questions for each Round 1 pick and how every player fits with his new team.

ESPN NFL
Apr 23, 2026

What can the Raiders do to set No. 1 pick QB Fernando Mendoza up for success in Year 1?
From the coaching staff to the roster, here's how the Raiders can develop Fernando Mendoza.

ESPN NFL
Apr 23, 2026

Vrabel: Confident in Pats during draft absence
Mike Vrabel said he is confident that the Patriots will have a successful draft during his absence Saturday, when he will start seeking counseling after multiple media outlets posted photos of the coach with former Athletic reporter Dianna Russini.

ESPN NFL
Apr 23, 2026

?? Drafted in drip: Best outfits from the NFL draft
The stars stepped out in their best suits ahead of hearing their names called in the 2026 NFL draft.

ESPN NFL
Apr 23, 2026

Chiefs move up to No. 6, use pick on CB Delane
The Kansas City Chiefs moved up in the NFL draft Thursday night, acquiring the No. 6 pick from the Cleveland Browns and using it to select LSU cornerback Mansoor Delane.

ESPN NFL
Apr 23, 2026

Jets pick Bailey over Reese with No. 2 draft pick
The Jets opted for production over potential, selecting Texas Tech edge rusher David Bailey with the second pick Thursday night in the NFL draft.

ESPN NFL
Apr 23, 2026

Love to Cards at No. 3; earliest RB since Saquon
The Cardinals selected former Notre Dame star Jeremiyah Love with the third pick in the NFL draft, making him the highest-drafted RB since Saquon Barkley went No. 2 in 2018.

ESPN NFL
Apr 23, 2026

Follow along in ESPN's Draftcast: Analysis for every pick
See every pick in the 2026 NFL draft, including what each prospect brings and how he fits with his new team.

ESPN NFL
Apr 23, 2026

'Ecstatic' Mendoza goes to Raiders with top pick
The Raiders made it official Thursday night at the NFL draft, taking former Indiana star Fernando Mendoza.

ESPN NFL
Apr 23, 2026

Drafted in drip: Looking at the best outfits from the 2026 NFL draft
The stars stepped out in their best suits ahead of hearing their names called in the 2026 NFL draft.

ESPN NFL
Apr 23, 2026

Source: Cowboys' Pickens to sign franchise tag
Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens is signing his franchise tender Thursday, a day after the team said it would not be negotiating a long-term contract with him this year, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

ESPN NFL
Apr 23, 2026

Tracking every single trade in the 2026 NFL draft
We're following every trade made during the NFL draft, from Round 1 all the way through the end of Round 7.

ESPN NFL
Apr 23, 2026

Chiefs assistant charged with domestic battery
Chiefs assistant coach Dave Merritt was charged with misdemeanor domestic battery after allegedly causing bodily harm to a daughter.

ESPN NFL
Apr 23, 2026

Pearce OK's intervention program to avoid trial
The Falcons' James Pearce Jr. has agreed to enter an intervention program, allowing him to avoid trial on felony charges stemming from an alleged incident with WNBA player Rickea Jackson.

ESPN NFL
Apr 23, 2026

Pearce to enter intervention program, avoid trial
The Falcons' James Pearce Jr. agreed to enter an intervention program, allowing him to avoid trial on felony charges stemming from an alleged incident with WNBA player Rickea Jackson.

ESPN NFL
Apr 23, 2026

Why the Cardinals might draft QB Ty Simpson and then bring him along slowly
The Alabama prospect is on Arizona's radar, but he has a small body of work for a college quarterback.

ESPN NFL
Apr 23, 2026

Bettors split on Bailey, Reese as No. 2 overall pick
The betting market has been set on Fernando Mendoza going first in Thursday's NFL draft for months. But who will be the second pick, a selection owned by the Jets, is a different story. The odds on the second pick have moved dramatically in recent weeks.

ESPN NFL
Apr 23, 2026

NFL draft cheat sheet: The prospects, team needs and sleepers you need to know
Here's the ultimate guide to this year's draft, including predictions and buzz.

ESPN NFL
Apr 23, 2026

Our NFL draft-day mock: Yates' final predictions for all 32 picks, plus Kiper's notes
Field Yates projects the first 32 draft picks one last time -- including a trade -- and Mel Kiper Jr. shares what he's hearing heading into Round 1 (8 p.m. ET on ESPN and ABC).

ESPN NFL
Apr 23, 2026

NFL draft eve buzz: Everything we're hearing on the top 10 picks, possible trades in Round 1
Where are the Jets, Cardinals, Titans and Giants leaning with top-five picks? Will the Rams be a wild card?

ESPN NFL
Apr 23, 2026

Vrabel to seek counseling, miss Day 3 of draft
Patriots coach Mike Vrabel won't be with the team for the third day of the NFL draft Saturday, as he plans to be with his family this weekend outside of Massachusetts.

ESPN NFL
Apr 22, 2026

Fortune teller: Egbuka predicted Baker and Emily Mayfield new child's name in November
The Mayfields welcomed their son, Maverick, to the world April 16.

ESPN NFL
Apr 22, 2026

Saints OC Doug Nussmeier spending draft with son, Garrett, in 'once-in-a-lifetime opportunity'
The Saints granted Doug permission to spend the draft with Garrett, encouraging him to be with his son on draft night.

ESPN NFL
Apr 22, 2026

Miller's final NFL mock draft is loaded with intel: What we're hearing 24 hours out
Matt Miller predicts every first-round pick for this year's NFL draft, and insider Jeremy Fowler shares everything he's hearing on the top prospects.

ESPN NFL
Apr 22, 2026

Saints OC Doug Nussmeier spending draft with son, Garrett, in 'once in a lifetime opportunity'
The Saints granted Doug permission to spend the draft with Garrett, encouraging him to be with his son on draft night.

ESPN NFL
Apr 22, 2026

Miller's final NFL mock draft -- with Fowler's latest intel: Projecting 32 first-round picks
Matt Miller predicts every first-round pick for this year's NFL draft, and insider Jeremy Fowler shares everything he's hearing on the top prospects.

ESPN NFL
Apr 22, 2026

Cowboys won't talk long-term deal with Pickens
The Cowboys will not discuss a long-term contract with George Pickens and want him to play this season on the franchise tag, executive Stephen Jones said Wednesday.

ESPN NFL
Apr 22, 2026

Sources: NFL prospect Banks eyes June clearance
Florida's Caleb Banks, one of the top defensive tackles in this year's NFL draft, is expected to be fully cleared for football activities in early June after offseason foot surgery, sources tell ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Apr 22, 2026

After addressing edge rusher, which WR could the Jets target with second first-round pick?
Whether New York stays at Pick 16 to take a wide receiver remains to be seen, but expect an offensive pick Thursday.

ESPN NFL
Apr 22, 2026

NFL draft eve buzz: Everything we're hearing on the top-10 picks, possible trades in Round 1
Where are the Jets, Cardinals, Titans and Giants leaning with top-five picks? Will the Rams be a wild card? And who could be in play for the Browns?

ESPN NFL
Apr 22, 2026

?? Draft cheat sheet: All that you need to know
Who are the biggest sleepers and top QBs? Who is set to get picked early? Here's the ultimate guide to this year's NFL draft, including predictions and buzz.

ESPN NFL
Apr 22, 2026

Caleb Downs tops annual most likely Giants draft pick list
We ranked the most likely Giants draft picks for their two first-round selections in 2026.

ESPN NFL
Apr 22, 2026

Mendoza ... then who? What might the Raiders do with their remaining nine picks in the draft
Breaking down positional needs that the Raiders might address in the upcoming draft.

ESPN NFL
Apr 22, 2026

NFL draft faces a new insider betting risk
Former NFL execs say it's only a matter of time until someone parlays inside information on the draft.

ESPN NFL
Apr 22, 2026

Graziano's last-minute intel on the NFL draft: The latest on top-10 picks, Ohio State prospects, more
Where are the Jets, Cardinals, Titans and Giants leaning with top-five picks? Will the Rams be a wild card? And who could be in play for the Browns?

ESPN NFL
Apr 22, 2026

Schrager projects all 32 first-round picks: Four huge trades dominate his final NFL mock draft
Could teams jump all around Round 1 and shake things up? Will Jeremiyah Love and Sonny Styles go in the top five? Here's what Peter Schrager is hearing and predicting.

ESPN NFL
Apr 22, 2026

Our cheat sheet to the 2026 NFL draft: The prospects, team needs and sleepers you need to know
Who are the biggest sleepers and top QBs? Who is set to get picked early? Here's the ultimate guide to this year's NFL draft, including predictions and buzz.

ESPN NFL
Apr 21, 2026

Ice melts: Drake seemingly trolls Caleb Williams during 'Iceman' rollout
The Canadian rapper posed in front of blocks of ice while wearing a Green Bay Packers jacket during his "Iceman" album rollout.

ESPN NFL
Apr 21, 2026

McVay says Nacua a full go for offseason program
Puka Nacua, who spent part of the offseason in rehab, will be a "full participant" in the team's offseason program, with coach Sean McVay saying Tuesday that the star WR "looks great and is doing really well."

ESPN NFL
Apr 21, 2026

Colts QB Jones (Achilles) back to throwing again
Colts QB Daniel Jones, recovering from a ruptured Achilles tendon sustained just over four months ago, has begun dropping back and throwing again.

ESPN NFL
Apr 21, 2026

Fields: Wanted to join KC to learn from Mahomes
Justin Fields said he wanted to join the Chiefs in part to learn from Patrick Mahomes.

ESPN NFL
Apr 21, 2026

Sanders touts 'new vibe' under Browns' Monken
Shedeur Sanders said there is a "new vibe" and "new energy" with the Browns under first-year coach Todd Monken and his staff.

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