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Jan 18, 2026

Seahawks start fast and roll past 49ers, advance to NFC Championship Game
Kenneth Walker III and Ernest Jones IV led the Seahawks past their division rival on Saturday.

ESPN NFL
Jan 18, 2026

Key questions about close officiating calls in the Broncos' win over the Bills
When is a catch a catch and how much contact draws a penalty flag were in dispute Saturday in Denver.

ESPN NFL
Jan 18, 2026

Allen devastated, but loss not on QB, Bills say
After another playoff loss that ended a promising season for the Bills, quarterback Josh Allen told reporters that "I feel like I let my teammates down tonight," though Buffalo players and coaches disagreed after the Broncos won 33-30 on Saturday night.

ESPN NFL
Jan 18, 2026

Seahawks dominate hobbled 49ers to advance
The Seahawks returned the opening kickoff for a touchdown and never looked back in a dominant 41-6 victory over the hobbled 49ers.

ESPN NFL
Jan 18, 2026

Denver advances, but Bo Nix is out: Six questions about where the Broncos go from here
The Broncos advanced to the AFC title game but lost their QB to a broken ankle. So what's next for them on their Super Bowl quest?

ESPN NFL
Jan 17, 2026

John Harbaugh to the Giants! Eight questions and a grade for New York's move
The 63-year-old has been able to call his own shot in this coaching search and wound up choosing the Giants.

ESPN NFL
Jan 17, 2026

Kevin Stefanski to Falcons: Grading the hire and the impact on Penix
Kevin Stefanski didn't have a great record in Cleveland, but he'll have more talent to work with in Atlanta.

ESPN NFL
Jan 17, 2026

Key questions about close calls in Broncos' win over Bills
When is a catch a catch and how much contact draws a penalty flag were in dispute Saturday in Denver.

ESPN NFL
Jan 17, 2026

Falcons hire Stefanski hours after 2nd interview
The Atlanta Falcons hired Kevin Stefanski, 43, as their new coach, the club announced on Saturday night, after the former Cleveland Browns coach, who is a two-time NFL Coach of the Year, had his second interview with the team earlier in the day.

ESPN NFL
Jan 17, 2026

Follow live: Seahawks in control over 49ers with NFC championship on the line
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ESPN NFL
Jan 17, 2026

Broncos' Nix breaks bone in ankle, out for playoffs
Broncos quarterback Bo Nix will miss the remainder of the playoffs after breaking a bone in his ankle during overtime of Saturday's 33-30 win over the Bills, coach Sean Payton said.

ESPN NFL
Jan 17, 2026

Sizing up overreactions, big questions from the divisional round: Why do the Bills keep falling short?
Another Super Bowl-less season for Buffalo? But are the Broncos also done? Let's make sense of every divisional round game.

ESPN NFL
Jan 17, 2026

Follow live: Seahawks extend lead on Smith-Njigba's TD catch
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ESPN NFL
Jan 17, 2026

Broncos find way again as Bills' OT woes continue in playoffs
Bo Nix and the Broncos are headed to the AFC Championship Game after an overtime win over the Bills.

ESPN NFL
Jan 17, 2026

Broncos pull out OT thriller to make AFC title game
In a thrilling finish, the Broncos intercepted Josh Allen's deep throw in overtime and got a game-winning 24-yard field goal that sent them into the AFC title game.

ESPN NFL
Jan 17, 2026

Seahawks QB Darnold (oblique) starts vs. 49ers
Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold was active and started the team's divisional round playoff game against the San Francisco 49ers Saturday.

ESPN NFL
Jan 17, 2026

Sources: Packers' LaFleur back on multiyear deal
The Packers are keeping Matt LaFleur as head coach on a multiyear extension that represents a "real commitment," sources told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Jan 17, 2026

NFL draft order for Round 1: The first 24 slots are set, with the Raiders at No. 1
The Raiders, Jets and Cardinals hold the top three picks in the 2026 NFL draft. See the rest of the order -- plus each team's top need.

ESPN NFL
Jan 17, 2026

Offseason guide for eliminated NFL teams: Key free agents, draft outlook, priorities and predictions
The NFL offseason has arrived for 25 teams. What must each do to have a better season in 2026? We have outlooks, early buzz and predictions.

ESPN NFL
Jan 17, 2026

Everything you need to know for all divisional games: Score picks, predictions and storylines
Bills-Broncos? 49ers-Seahawks? Texans-Patriots? Rams-Bears? We have picks, predictions and stats to know for the divisional round games.

ESPN NFL
Jan 17, 2026

Follow live: Broncos hold control over Bills with AFC Championship on the line
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ESPN NFL
Jan 17, 2026

Broncos down to 3 WRs as Bryant, Franklin exit
The Broncos lost Pat Bryant and Troy Franklin to first-half injuries, leaving the team with only three wide receivers in Saturday's divisional round game against the Bills.

ESPN NFL
Jan 17, 2026

Follow live: Broncos host Bills to open NFL divisional round
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ESPN NFL
Jan 17, 2026

John Harbaugh to the Giants! Eight questions and a grade for New York's splashy coaching move
The 63-year-old has been able to call his own shot in this coaching search and wound up choosing the Giants.

ESPN NFL
Jan 17, 2026

'Honored' Harbaugh agrees to Giants' 5-year deal
John Harbaugh has agreed to the five-year deal the New York Giants offered him earlier this week, he told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Saturday, adding that "I'm proud and honored to be the head coach of this historic franchise."

ESPN NFL
Jan 17, 2026

Josh Allen tops best arrival looks ahead of divisional round of the NFL playoffs
Before the divisional round got underway, players made sure to put their most fashionable foot forward.

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Jan 17, 2026

Jaxon Smith-Njigba tops best arrival looks ahead of divisional round of the NFL playoffs
Before the divisional round got underway, players made sure to put their most fashionable foot forward.

ESPN NFL
Jan 17, 2026

NFL to honor MLK with 'Choose Love' in end zone
The NFL will honor the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. by displaying "Choose Love" in the end zones and on helmet decals for all divisional round playoff games this weekend.

ESPN NFL
Jan 17, 2026

?? Yates' debut 2026 NFL draft rankings
Who are the best players in this year's NFL draft class? Which receivers have first-round talent? Field Yates stacks his top 25 board.

ESPN NFL
Jan 17, 2026

Can Josh Allen's postseason magic continue without a No. 1 WR?
Buffalo has shown that winning games without an obvious top WR is possible with the All-Pro QB at the helm.

ESPN NFL
Jan 17, 2026

Sources: Pack likely to extend both LaFleur, GM
The Packers are working to bring back coach Matt LaFleur and GM Brian Gutekunst, and the expectation is that there will be contract extensions for both, league sources told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Jan 17, 2026

Seahawks coach 'really optimistic' Darnold plays
Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald says he is "really optimistic" Sam Darnold will play against the 49ers despite a new oblique injury.

ESPN NFL
Jan 17, 2026

'There is no timetable': Making sense of the Titans' coaching search
As the coaching candidate list nears 20, the Titans aren't rushing to "make the best decision for this team."

ESPN NFL
Jan 17, 2026

No No. 1 receiver? No problem! How Bills offense can win without one
Buffalo has shown that winning games without an obvious top WR is possible with QB Josh Allen at the helm.

ESPN NFL
Jan 17, 2026

Rams focused on playing 'great for 60 minutes' at Chicago
L.A. has learned from its fourth-quarter comebacks, but that doesn't mean it's how Sunday should go down.

ESPN NFL
Jan 17, 2026

All-Pro LBs to coaches: How Texans' Ryans, Patriots' Vrabel have revived former teams
In Year 1 under Mike Vrabel and DeMeco Ryans, the two turned their franchises into playoff teams.

ESPN NFL
Jan 17, 2026

Is this Kyle Shanahan's finest coaching job? How 2025 reignited his passion
Shanahan took a different approach to 2025 -- and it has the 49ers two games away from the Super Bowl.

ESPN NFL
Jan 16, 2026

Seahawks HC 'really optimistic' QB Darnold plays
Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald said Friday that he's "really optimistic" Sam Darnold will play Saturday against the 49ers despite a new oblique injury.

ESPN NFL
Jan 16, 2026

Texans WR Collins (concussion) ruled out vs. Pats
Texans Pro Bowl wideout Nico Collins has been ruled out with a concussion ahead of Sunday's division round playoff game at the Patriots.

ESPN NFL
Jan 16, 2026

Rams OL Dotson to return from injury vs. Bears
Rams right guard Kevin Dotson will return from an ankle injury for the divisional round playoff game vs. the Bears, coach Sean McVay said.

ESPN NFL
Jan 16, 2026

Bills activate Oliver, Samuel off IR to face Broncos
The Buffalo Bills have activated defensive tackle Ed Oliver and wide receiver Curtis Samuel from injured reserve.

ESPN NFL
Jan 16, 2026

Inside Mike Tomlin spent his final day as the Steelers head coach
'It was dead silent' when the coach stunned the Steelers' locker room. Here's what we know about what's next.

ESPN NFL
Jan 16, 2026

Nine openings, nine predictions: Who will land in Baltimore, Pittsburgh, New York?
Could three coaches who were just fired immediately find new NFL teams?

ESPN NFL
Jan 16, 2026

Everything you need to know for all four NFL divisional games: Score picks, predictions and storylines
Bills-Broncos? 49ers-Seahawks? Texans-Patriots? Rams-Bears? We have picks, predictions and stats to know for the divisional round games.

ESPN NFL
Jan 16, 2026

How Darnold-to-Smith-Njigba fuels Seahawks' playoff run
The duo connects to overcome past narratives, powers Seattle to home-field advantage in NFC divisional round.

ESPN NFL
Jan 16, 2026

How the Bears, Caleb Williams became an offensive juggernaut
Ben Johnson helped build one of the most explosive offenses in the NFL in Chicago. Here's how he did it.

ESPN NFL
Jan 16, 2026

The Rams' offense flows through its running game? Why it's crucial to their playoff run
Los Angeles has the second-most-efficient run game of the past decade -- behind its 2018 ground attack.

ESPN NFL
Jan 16, 2026

Stories that explain Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel -- from the past and present
We talked with over a dozen former teammates, colleagues and players about their favorite Vrabel memories.

ESPN NFL
Jan 16, 2026

?? Next Gen Stats intel on this weekend's games
From Matthew Stafford's passing to Josh Allen's running, here's a Next Gen Stats look at this weekend's games.

ESPN NFL
Jan 16, 2026

'27 NFL draft class is stacked! 45 players to watch over the next 15 months
Dante Moore is returning to Oregon, making an already deep 2027 class that much better.

ESPN NFL
Jan 16, 2026

Yates' debut rankings for the 2026 NFL draft: Ranking the top 25 prospects, plus scouting reports
Who are the best players in this year's NFL draft class? Which receivers have first-round talent? Field Yates stacks his top 25 board.

ESPN NFL
Jan 16, 2026

How can four underdogs pull off upsets?
Let's find matchup advantages and X factors for the Bills, Bears, Texans and 49ers.

ESPN NFL
Jan 16, 2026

Our guide to every NFL divisional round game: Previews, bold predictions and X factors
Bills-Broncos? 49ers-Seahawks? Texans-Patriots? Rams-Bears? We have picks, predictions and stats to know for the divisional round games.

ESPN NFL
Jan 16, 2026

Betting: Broncos too much for Josh Allen to overcome?
Odds, game picks, prop plays, betting advice and daily fantasy tips for the Bills-Broncos divisional round matchup.

ESPN NFL
Jan 16, 2026

Divisional round betting: Count on run game to lead Seahawks past 49ers
Odds, game picks, prop plays, betting advice and daily fantasy tips for the 49ers-Seahawks divisional round matchup.

ESPN NFL
Jan 16, 2026

Inside Mike Tomlin's decision to walk away from the Steelers
'It was dead silent' when the coach stunned the Steelers' locker room. Here's what we know about what's next.

ESPN NFL
Jan 15, 2026

Nacua's brother won't be charged after taking car
Samson Nacua, the brother of Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua, will not be charged after he was arrested last month for allegedly taking a vehicle without the owner's consent, with investigators now telling NBC4 that they believe it was accidental.

ESPN NFL
Jan 15, 2026

Darnold expects to play despite new oblique injury
Sam Darnold expects to play Saturday in the team's divisional round playoff game against the 49ers despite being added to the injury report Thursday with an oblique injury.

ESPN NFL
Jan 15, 2026

Harbaugh: Chargers' firings about a 'fresh start'
After firing coordinator Greg Roman and O-line coach Mike Devlin, Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh says his team is looking for a "fresh start" on the offensive side of the ball.

ESPN NFL
Jan 15, 2026

Bills' Allen set to play despite multiple ailments
Despite multiple ailments, Bills quarterback Josh Allen has no injury designation and is set to play in Saturday's divisional round game against the Broncos.

ESPN NFL
Jan 15, 2026

49ers: Warner progressing but out vs. Seahawks
Kyle Shanahan said Fred Warner will not come off injured reserve this week, ruling him out for Saturday's game in Seattle, but he said he was encouraged that the NFC title game timeline remains in play.

ESPN NFL
Jan 15, 2026

Solak: Hiring John Harbaugh is a massive win for the Giants -- even if it's no sure thing
The Giants are finalizing a deal for John Harbaugh to become their next coach. It has been a rough decade for New York, but this hire could finally turn the tide.

ESPN NFL
Jan 15, 2026

Mahomes on knee: I want to be ready for Week 1
Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes says he intends to be ready for Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season.

ESPN NFL
Jan 15, 2026

LB Styles joins Buckeyes stars declaring for draft
Linebacker Sonny Styles, who is ESPN insider Mel Kiper's No. 7 overall prospect, became the fifth Ohio State star to declare for the 2026 NFL draft.

ESPN NFL
Jan 15, 2026

Philly GM: 'Hard to find great players' like Brown
Eagles GM Howie Roseman said players such as A.J. Brown are in short supply when asked if he would be open to trading the star wide receiver this offseason.

ESPN NFL
Jan 15, 2026

Their season is over, but it's a winning week for the Giants: Solak on John Harbaugh's impact
The Giants are finalizing a deal for John Harbaugh to become their next coach. It has been a rough decade for New York, but this hire could finally turn the tide.

ESPN NFL
Jan 15, 2026

Washington Commanders release renderings of new stadium
The renderings show a 70,000-seat transparent domed stadium that rises on the sides.

ESPN NFL
Jan 15, 2026

Losing record? Ravens not disqualifying candidates over past head coach stints
Here are some takeaways from Tuesday's news conference with Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti.

ESPN NFL
Jan 15, 2026

Could Texans' Kirk replicate wild-card outburst with Collins' status in question?
Houston could be without its leading receiver in Nico Collins, but Christian Kirk is coming off his best game with the franchise.

ESPN NFL
Jan 15, 2026

The Rams' offense flows through ... its running game? Solak on why it's crucial to their playoff run
Los Angeles has the second-most-efficient run game of the past decade -- behind its 2018 ground attack. But these two offensive schemes are very different.

ESPN NFL
Jan 15, 2026

Where would the Jets be if they retained Rodgers instead of signing Fields?
New York coach Aaron Glenn decided to move on from the veteran quarterback.

ESPN NFL
Jan 15, 2026

Why coach Dave Canales' continued growth is key to Panthers' next step forward
Canales broadened his imprint on the Panthers beyond his offensive background.

ESPN NFL
Jan 15, 2026

Cowboys' free agency decisions begin with George Pickens
We set the table for Dallas' offseason plans by looking at their salary cap and free agent players.

ESPN NFL
Jan 15, 2026

Kiper's updated 2026 Big Board: Ranking the top 25 NFL draft prospects
Mel Kiper Jr. is stacking the top 25 players for the NFL draft, starting with Fernando Mendoza.

ESPN NFL
Jan 15, 2026

The 2027 NFL draft class is stacked! 45 players to watch over the next 15 months
Dante Moore is returning to Oregon, making an already deep 2027 class that much better. Who else will scouts be watching for next year's draft?

ESPN NFL
Jan 15, 2026

How NFL players prepare for the coldest games of the year
Even as beards freeze and fingers lose feeling, NFL players find ways to handle ridiculously cold temperatures.

ESPN NFL
Jan 15, 2026

Our early primer for the divisional round matchups: How every team could win
Let's preview the divisional round matchups. Here's what to know.

ESPN NFL
Jan 15, 2026

Sources: Giants finalizing deal with Harbaugh
While contract numbers are still being finalized, John Harbaugh is ready to accept the Giants' head coaching job and the team is expected to hire him as soon as possible, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

ESPN NFL
Jan 15, 2026

Sources: Harbaugh, Giants working to finalize deal
While contract numbers still are being finalized, John Harbaugh is ready to accept the Giants' head coaching job and the team is expected to hire him as soon as possible, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

ESPN NFL
Jan 14, 2026

Source: Commanders to hire son of Doug Williams
The Commanders are hiring D.J. Williams, the son of franchise great Doug Williams, to be their quarterbacks coach, the latest addition to a new-look staff under Dan Quinn.

ESPN NFL
Jan 14, 2026

49ers' Warner not ruling out return vs. Seahawks
49ers linebacker Fred Warner made it clear Wednesday that he hasn't ruled out returning from a fractured and dislocated right ankle as soon as Saturday night.

ESPN NFL
Jan 14, 2026

Courtland Sutton among divisional weekend's top 30 predicted anytime touchdown scorers
Courtland Sutton, Christian McCaffrey and Kyren Williams are among top predictions for anytime touchdown props in divisional weekend.

ESPN NFL
Jan 14, 2026

Kiper's updated 2026 Big Board: Ranking the top 25 NFL draft prospects, plus position reports
Mel Kiper Jr. is stacking the top 25 players for the NFL draft, starting with Fernando Mendoza. See who follows him after Dante Moore decided to return to school.

ESPN NFL
Jan 14, 2026

Two-time Pro Bowl WR Thielen retiring from NFL
Wide receiver Adam Thielen announced his retirement after 12 seasons in the NFL on social media Wednesday.

ESPN NFL
Jan 14, 2026

Steelers owner on rebuild: 'I don't like that word'
Steelers president Art Rooney II dismissed the idea that he would tolerate a rebuild as the franchise installs just its fourth head coach since 1969.

ESPN NFL
Jan 14, 2026

QB Moore opts against draft, returning to Ducks
Oregon QB Dante Moore, who was projected as a top pick in the NFL draft, has decided to return to school for the 2026 season, he announced on ESPN's SportsCenter.

ESPN NFL
Jan 14, 2026

DraftKings DFS cheat sheet: Rams duo tops their positions in value
Build a winning DFS lineup with our DraftKings NFL divisional round cheat sheet identifying the players you want to spend up for, the teams to stack, the value picks to grab and the players you need to avoid.

ESPN NFL
Jan 14, 2026

Brock Purdy, Jeffery Simmons secure December Player of the Month in Madden NFL 26
Myles Garrett and Tyler Higbee also received Team of the Week honors.

ESPN NFL
Jan 14, 2026

Jags still plan on Hunter playing both ways in '26
Jaguars general manager James Gladstone said Wednesday that the team still plans on Travis Hunter being a two-way player in 2026.

ESPN NFL
Jan 14, 2026

The two clear paths the Steelers can take as they figure out life post-Tomlin: Barnwell on what's next
Mike Tomlin and the Steelers have parted ways. But will Pittsburgh now change its roster-building approach under the next coach? And who should replace Tomlin?

ESPN NFL
Jan 14, 2026

Kiper's updated 2026 Big Board: Ranking the top 25 draft prospects, plus position reports
Mel Kiper Jr. stacks the top 25 players for the 2026 NFL draft, including one really good running back.

ESPN NFL
Jan 14, 2026

Ranking all 32 rookie classes in the NFL: There's the top four ... then everybody else
How does every team's rookie group stack up? Aaron Schatz ranked all 32 based on first-year production, starting with surprises up top.

ESPN NFL
Jan 14, 2026

Raiders are in a prime position to jumpstart a rebuild. How can they capitalize on the opportunity?
From coaching staff to finding the right fit at quarterback, here are the Raiders' biggest offseason priorities.

ESPN NFL
Jan 14, 2026

Raiders are in prime position to jump-start rebuild; how can they capitalize?
From hiring a new coaching staff to finding the right fit at quarterback, here are the Raiders' biggest offseason priorities.

ESPN NFL
Jan 14, 2026

The best -- and worst -- rookie classes in the NFL: We ranked Year 1 impact for every team in 2025
How does every team's rookie group stack up? Aaron Schatz ranked all 32 based on first-year production, starting with surprises up top.

ESPN NFL
Jan 14, 2026

How Seahawks started over at QB with Sam Darnold and got back to the playoffs
It's been 10 months since the Seahawks traded Geno Smith and signed Darnold. Now they're back in the playoffs.

ESPN NFL
Jan 13, 2026

Broncos get boost as Greenlaw on track for Bills
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. - Set to face the NFL's No. 1 rushing team in the Buffalo Bills on Saturday, the Denver Broncos' defense got a boost Tuesday.

ESPN NFL
Jan 13, 2026

Tomlin steps down, not expected to coach in '26
Mike Tomlin has stepped down as Steelers coach, ending a 19-year run in Pittsburgh during which he never had a losing season.

ESPN NFL
Jan 13, 2026

'Thank you Coach T': NFL-ers to react to Mike Tomlin's resignation
The longtime Steelers coach stepped down on Tuesday afternoon after a 19-season run in Pittsburgh.

ESPN NFL
Jan 13, 2026

Tomlin steps down; not expected to coach in '26
Mike Tomlin has stepped down as Steelers coach, ending a 19-year run in Pittsburgh during which he never had a losing season.

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