NFL

Avoiding the sophomore slump: Three things to watch for as Bo Nix enters Year 2

Nix was a revelation as a rookie while leading the Broncos to the playoffs. So what's next? ... Continue Reading

Ready for Week 1, the Browns are stocked with young talent, a reshaped QB room and an energized Myles Garrett

Could Cleveland's "strategic pivot" lead to a bounce back from a disastrous 2024 season? ... Continue Reading

'He's not trying to be a celebrity': How Justin Fields differs from Aaron Rodgers

After a failed two seasons with Aaron Rodgers running the show, New York changed course. ... Continue Reading

How the relationship between Micah Parsons and the Cowboys broke down

The disputed nature of a March meeting with Jerry Jones helped chart a course for his exit. ... Continue Reading

14 teams that will make the NFL playoffs -- and six that will be left out: Barnwell’s preseason picks

Which teams from last season's playoffs will return? Who will be the surprises in the 14-team bracket? And who will win the Super Bowl? ... Continue Reading

Bold predictions, strengths and concerns for all 32 teams

Here's everything you need to know ahead of the NFL regular season, including how teams rank before Week 1. ... Continue Reading

Source: Cowboys' Luepke signs 2-year extension

The Cowboys signed RB Hunter Luepke to a two-year extension worth up to $7.5 million, a source told ESPN. ... Continue Reading

NFL award winners to wear gold shield patches

For the first time, the NFL's top performers, including MVP Josh Allen, will wear gold shield patches on their uniforms throughout the 2025 season to recognize their achievements. ... Continue Reading

Tomlin sees Heyward playing despite deal drama

Mike Tomlin isn't worried about All-Pro defensive tackle Cam Heyward's hold-in being a factor when the Steelers open the season Sunday at the Jets. ... Continue Reading

Giants unofficially list Dart as Wilson's backup

Rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart is listed ahead of veteran Jameis Winston heading into the Giants' season opener against the Washington Commanders. ... Continue Reading

Buffalo Bills WR Khalil Shakir helps save 19 dogs from being euthanized

The Bills wide receiver helped local rescue, Nickel City Canine Rescue, with a transfer of dogs from Clarke County Animal Shelter. ... Continue Reading

Buffalo Bills WR Khalil Shakir helps save 19 dogs from euthanization

The Bills wide receiver helped local rescue, Nickel City Canine Rescue, with a transfer of dogs from Clarke County Animal Shelter. ... Continue Reading

Hunter Renfrow missed multiple Panthers callbacks due to daughters watching 'Bluey'

Renfrow's daughters didn't let their father know about the calls because they were interrupting the popular animated children's show. ... Continue Reading

How Sam Darnold's one season with the 49ers prepared him for the Seahawks

Darnold's long NFL journey has led him to Seattle, but his transformative year was spent with San Francisco. ... Continue Reading

Matthew Stafford embarking on Year 17, will he -- and his back -- make the most of it?

Sean McVay and Stafford planned for this year by finding ways to keep Stafford as mentally fresh as possible. ... Continue Reading