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Can adding 44 years of veteran leadership help Jets turn it around?
As the urgency to win increases, New York hopes its offseason moves will help alleviate growing pressures.
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EYES ON THE UPCOMING SEASON
Worst-to-first rankings: Which NFL teams are most likely to have a big turnaround this season?
We stacked last season's last-place finishers in each division by their chances to jump all the way to first. Will the Lions get back on top in the NFC North?
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10 players who could get traded before the season's deadline: A way-too-early look
The NFL trade deadline isn't until November, but we're making early predictions on 10 players.
THE 'MADDEN CURSE'
Jumpman meets Madden: Michael Jordan's role in inspiring Caleb Williams' cover
The Bears quarterback said the pose, skyline and overall concept were designed as a tribute to Chicago's most famous athlete.
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Myth or reality? Examining the 'Madden curse' through the past 11 years
Can Williams change the tide after Barkley's latest season was indicative of the long-alleged Madden curse?
FANTASY FOOTBALL
Fantasy buzz: With extension done, is Christian Watson ready to break out?
Liz Loza details Christian Watson impressive upside, while acknowledging his injury history.
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Don't be surprised if ... these 28 things come true
Eric Karabell offers his thoughts on fantasy football players who could delight or disappoint in 2026.
NFL OFFSEASON
New FPI projections for the 2026 NFL season: Which teams have the best chances to make the playoffs?
ESPN's Football Power Index ratings are live. These simulations of the 2026 season provide playoff chances, potential draft order and our 1-32 team ranking.
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100 things to know for the 2026 NFL season ... 100 days out
100 things to know, including bold predictions, fantasy sleepers and injury buzz.
DILEMMA IN CLEVELAND
A pocket pair of 8s: Browns' Jared Verse, Dillon Gabriel face jersey number issue
NFL rules permit two players to wear duplicate numbers during OTAs and training camp, when rosters consist of 90 players, but that changes come late August.
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Baker Mayfield said that currently, contract talks “are not anywhere close to what we were thinking” but he’s “gonna do everything he can to help his team win a Super Bowl.” He wants to be here long term. He said once training camp hits, no more negotiation and wants to focus.
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Bucs quarterback Baker Mayfield thought Mike Evans would be a Buc forever. “There’s no way to sugarcoat it — it’s disappointing to not have him back.” But he said they have a “great relationship,” they’ll be “good friends for life” and he’s rooting for him aside from any future games vs the 49ers
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The Bears’ Board of Directors voted Thursday to advance the stadium development in Hammond, Indiana, with the exact site to be selected. This is this first time that the Bears’ board has voted on any stadium site. As one source said, “There is more work to do but barring anything very strange, it’s a done deal.”
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- Ward wants to stay with Browns after Garrett deal
- Bears edge closer to move to northwest Indiana
- Bucs' Mayfield: Contract talks 'not anywhere close'
- Broncos LB Cooper accused of domestic violence
- Sources: Pack, WR Watson reach $110.5M deal
- Source: Rams, Garrett agree to reworked deal
- Cowboys expect Pickens' presence at June camp
- Vikings coach unfazed by perception of QB1 comp
- 👀 New FPI projections for the 2026 season
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Myles Garrett traded: Making sense of the Rams-Browns deal
Does Myles Garrett really put the Rams over the top? Will the Browns regret the move? And how does Jared Verse fit in? Let's size up this massive trade.
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A.J. Brown traded: Making sense of the Patriots-Eagles deal
A.J. Brown is heading to New England at long last. Does he put the Patriots over the top, and how does he fit in the offense? And what now for the Eagles?
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100 days to the 2026 NFL season: Predictions, injuries, more
The NFL season is 100 days away. Let's celebrate with 100 things to know, including bold predictions, fantasy sleepers and injury buzz.
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2026 NFL offseason: Ranking 10 biggest position upgrades
Let's stack the 10 biggest upgrades at specific positions since the end of last season, including three teams' linebacker units.
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2027 NFL draft quarterback class: Top prospects to know
Next year's QB draft class should be loaded, with big names such as Arch Manning, Dante Moore, CJ Carr and Trinidad Chambliss. Here's what you need to know.
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