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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are entering a high-stakes offseason as they aggressively pursue a contract extension for franchise icon Mike Evans while preparing for a significant defensive transition. Head coach Todd Bowles has publicly expressed his desire for the legendary receiver to return, noting that Evans’ legacy in Tampa is undeniable. However, insiders suggest that […]

The 2026 NFL Draft could be a defining moment for the Arizona Cardinals. One prospect has quickly surged to the center of that conversation. Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love arrived at the 2026 NFL Combine already carrying the momentum of one of the most impressive seasons in college football. He left with his draft […]

Every now and then, one player emerges from the NFL Draft cycle whose physical gifts and on-field résumé combine to create something close to a must-pick scenario. In the 2026 NFL Draft, Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles may be that player. For the Tennessee Titans, the timing could not be more perfect. Styles’ performance at […]

There are Combine performances, and then there are moments that stop entire war rooms cold. These moments can flood NFL Network’s feed with all-caps reactions and fundamentally reshape the pre-draft conversation. Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles delivered one of those moments at the 2026 NFL Combine. The Washington Commanders were undoubtedly paying close attention. At […]

A good draft is the foundation of a good team. More often than not, a team that drafts well often sees sustained success in the NFL. In that regard, the Cincinnati Bengals have not found success. Their struggles over the last few years can partly be attributed to their inability to draft players who can […]

With the 2026 NFL Combine officially in the rearview mirror, the Philadelphia Eagles now have an overload of information to insert into their system, giving the team plenty of interesting options to consider in April’s NFL Draft. Sure, there’s still free agency, and the Eagles will have to make a decision about AJ Brown’s future […]

Every NFL Draft cycle has a prospect who forces evaluators to reconsider everything they thought they knew about the board. This year, that player may very well be Sonny Styles. The Ohio State defender arrived at the 2026 NFL Combine already respected for his versatility and leadership. However, he left Indianapolis looking like one of […]

Arvell Reese arrived in Indianapolis as one of the most intriguing prospects in the 2026 draft class. He left as one of its certified stars. The Ohio State linebacker solidified his status with an impressive 4.47-second 40-yard dash, which he ran at 241 pounds. That combination of size and speed raised eyebrows across the scouting […]

Every NFL Draft has a turning point when a prospect stops being a name on a big board and becomes something you simply can’t ignore. For Ohio State’s Arvell Reese, that moment arrived on the opening night of the 2026 NFL Combine. What scouts expected to be a strong showing turned into a jaw-dropping athletic […]

Coming off another down year, the New York Giants have a lot to consider ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft, their first with John Harbaugh in the war room. In the most pivotal offseason of his career, Giants general manager Joe Schoen takes a clear defensive approach, according to the latest PFF mock draft simulator […]

The Seattle Seahawks were one of the best stories in the NFL in 2025. In retrospect, Seattle look like geniuses for signing Sam Darnold to a modest three-year contract and immediately winning the Super Bowl. Now the Seahawks are poised to be a force in the NFC over the next few seasons with Darnold at […]

The Dallas Cowboys have a lot of work to do on their defense this offseason. Dallas had one of the worst defenses in the NFL in 2025, which eventually led to Matt Eberflus being fired. It would be shocking if upgrading on defense was not a major priority for Dallas this offseason. Dallas hired defensive […]

The Atlanta Falcons have plenty of roster work to do. They’ve already made plans to jettison a starting wide receiver. But they will soon begin to replenish things. And here is their seven-round 2026 NFL Draft, according to the PFF mock simulator after the NFL Combine. Without a first-round pick in hand, the Falcons will […]

The NFL Combine has finished, and it allowed the top prospects in the NFL Draft to show off their skills and measurements. Following the combine, the biggest buzz centers on Notre Dame football running back Jeremiyah Love. He had a fantastic college career and was going to be drafted high based on that, but his […]

As there are many Ohio State football prospects in the upcoming NFL Draft, the one that has usually been the highest ranked is safety Caleb Downs, though there have been reported red flags that have been a major talking point. While the Ohio State football star in Downs has been reported to have injuries that […]

The Ohio State football program has watched a great deal of talent walk out the door and declare for the upcoming NFL Draft this offseason. The Buckeyes are currently looking for ways to bounce back after their surprising college football playoff loss to the Miami Hurricanes in the quarterfinal round this past season. Many expect […]

The Las Vegas Raiders could look completely different when the 2026 season kicks off this fall. Las Vegas added head coach Klint Kubiak, who will bring his innovative offensive system to the desert. The Raiders are fortunate that they can immediately pair him with a talented rookie quarterback. The Athletic’s Ted Nguyen released an extensive […]

Every NFL Draft has a moment when a prospect stops being just “a top talent” and becomes inevitable. For Arvell Reese, that moment arrived under the bright lights of the NFL Combine. What scouts expected to be a strong showing turned into a jaw-dropping athletic display that instantly reshaped the top of the 2026 draft […]

With the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine now in the books and the draft right around the corner, teams’ boards are starting to take shape. Who are the New Orleans Saints looking at to build on last year’s surprising success with Tyler Shough? We asked the PFF NFL mock draft simulator who the Saints will take […]

The Arizona Cardinals enter the 2026 NFL Draft standing armed with the No. 3 overall pick. Arizona has the opportunity to reshape the trajectory of the franchise. Questions surrounding the long-term future of quarterback Kyler Murray have fueled speculation that the Cardinals may soon pivot toward a new offensive era. The franchise clearly needs foundational […]

Few franchises manage transitions as carefully as the Pittsburgh Steelers. Yet the 2026 NFL Draft arrives at a moment of real uncertainty. 42-year-old quarterback Aaron Rodgers nears the twilight of his career. As such, Pittsburgh must simultaneously compete in the present while preparing for the future. The roster still contains significant star power, of course. […]

Few teams enter the 2026 NFL Draft with more intrigue than the New York Jets. They have two first-round selections and will operate under the new leadership of general manager Darren Mougey and head coach Aaron Glenn. The roster still contains blue-chip talent, but instability at quarterback and depth concerns across the roster demand a […]

The New Orleans Saints sat and watched Jeremiyah Love put on a show at the NFL Combine. Love blazed his 40-yard dash in 4.36 seconds while luring that same speed into the running back drills. Theories later sparked on Love coming in to replace Alvin Kamara. It’s swinging that way for Kellen Moore and the […]

The Seattle Seahawks are still riding the high of winning Super Bowl LX in dominant fashion, with a big win over the New England Patriots to cap off an epic run. Now, with head coach Mike Macdonald heading into his third season, Seattle will be hungry to improve to hold its spot at the top […]

By trading star cornerback Trent McDuffie to the Los Angeles Rams, the Kansas City Chiefs became the third team to own multiple first-round picks in the 2026 NFL Draft. General manager Brett Veach acquired the Rams’ No. 29 pick, in addition to their fifth- and sixth-rounders, and a 2027 third-round selection. The Chiefs already had […]

The Chicago Bears have a lot of work to do this offseason if they want to return to the playoffs in 2026. Head coach Ben Johnson said it best himself after Chicago was eliminated from the playoffs: “There is no building off this. We go back to square one. We’re at the bottom.” Hopefully that […]

The Vikings are at a pivotal moment following J.J. McCarthy’s debut season, which many in the industry have labeled a disaster. This has prompted the front office to consider aggressive veteran reinforcements to stabilize the offense. According to reports from the New York Times and CBS Sports, interest in Kyler Murray is escalating rapidly after […]

The Kansas City Chiefs need to reload their roster with talent this offseason. Kansas City made a big move on Wednesday, sending Trent McDuffie to the Rams for multiple draft picks. The Chiefs also have a huge need at the running back position. Unfortunately, one NFL insider does not see Kansas City landing two of […]

As the 2026 offseason begins, the Miami Dolphins are faced with a significant reconstruction, marked by the expected departure of key players and a crucial decision regarding their quarterback situation. General Manager Jon-Eric Sullivan has indicated that all options are on the table concerning Tua Tagovailoa. Insiders predict a trade market similar to that of […]

With the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine now in the books and the draft right around the corner, teams’ boards are starting to take shape. Who are the Buffalo Bills looking at in the first year of the Joe Brady era? We asked the PFF NFL mock draft simulator who the Bills will take in April’s […]

Chicago Bears center Drew Dalman shocked the franchise and the NFL world with his retirement at just 27 years old, and now the team must find a replacement. It will not be easy, as the $47 million offensive lineman was among the best centers in the game, making the Pro Bowl last season. The Bears […]

For years, the San Francisco 49ers operated as one of the NFL’s deepest and most complete rosters. A grueling 2025 campaign, though, was marked by injuries, contract decisions, and free-agency departures. These exposed the reality that even contenders must eventually reload. With the No. 27 overall pick and several key roster questions looming, the PFF […]

The Baltimore Ravens rarely enter an offseason lacking direction. Yet that’s exactly how they find themselves entering the 2026 NFL Draft. They had a turbulent 2025 campaign and a coaching transition to Jesse Minter. Now, Baltimore must re-establish its identity in the trenches while expanding the offensive ceiling around franchise quarterback Lamar Jackson. The PFF […]

With the 2026 NFL Combine officially in the rearview, the New Orleans Saints must now identify their eight favorite players in this year’s draft class for when Roger Goodell puts pick No. 8 on the clock. On paper, that task shouldn’t be too hard, as there are at least a dozen players that talent evaluators […]

The 2026 NFL Draft represents a subtle but significant crossroads for the Jacksonville Jaguars. Of course, the team still believes in its offensive core led by quarterback Trevor Lawrence. However, the past season exposed some cracks across multiple layers of the roster. Defensive consistency waned late in games. The offensive line showed uneven protection, and […]

For the Indianapolis Colts, the 2026 NFL Draft begins with building a meaningful class without a first-round pick. That selection was shipped away in the blockbuster trade that brought All-Pro cornerback Sauce Gardner to Indianapolis. That move signaled the franchise’s commitment to competing immediately. However, the trade also places additional pressure on general manager Chris […]

While many believe Fernando Mendoza will be the first quarterback taken off the board in the 2026 NFL Draft, speculation is growing around which team could select Ty Simpson. One Insider shares his idea of a perfect situation for the former Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback. During the latest segment of “NFL on ESPN,” ex-NFL quarterback Chase […]

While the Carolina Panthers seem to be comfortable with Bryce Young, they need to build around him and the defense in the draft. And here is the Panthers’ seven-round 2026 NFL Draft, according to the Pro Football Focus mock draft simulator after the NFL Combine. Coming off a playoff season, the Panthers believe they are […]

We are one step closer to the 2026 NFL Draft now that the scouting combine is in the books. As always, the annual “underwear Olympics” shook up the draft board as players were poked, prodded, weighed, measured, and put through their paces in drills that look nothing like a down of professional football. Despite this […]