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profootballtalk.nbcsports.comsports1 hr ago
Jordan Love Ranked No. 72 in 2026 NFL Top 100 Survey, Third Straight Year in Top 100
The NFL released its annual Top 100 players survey on July 13, 2026. Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love placed at No. 72. Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons publicly stated that Love deserved a higher ranking.
profootballtalk.nbcsports.comsports2 hrs ago
Rams Tackle Alaric Jackson Avoids Felony Charge but Domestic Violence Case Remains Open
Los Angeles Rams left tackle Alaric Jackson will not face a felony charge following his June arrest on a domestic violence allegation. The case has been referred to the city attorney's office for pre-filing diversion.
espn.comsports3 hrs ago
Green Bay Packers Sign Linebacker Isaiah McDuffie to One-Year Extension
The Green Bay Packers signed linebacker Isaiah McDuffie to a one-year contract extension Monday. The deal pays $8.8 million over two seasons and includes $1 million in play-time incentives. McDuffie appeared in all 17 games last season with 92 tackles.
ESPNsports10 hrs ago
Cleveland Browns Finish Offseason Workouts as Quarterback Competition Continues
The Cleveland Browns finished their 10-week offseason program in Berea, Ohio, leaving the starting quarterback role undecided between Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders. Training camp opens July 23 for rookies and July 28 for veterans ahead of the September 13 season opener.
profootballtalk.nbcsports.comsports11 hrs ago
Free Agent Stefon Diggs Says No NFL No. 2 Receiver Is Better Than Him
Stefon Diggs, 32, released by the New England Patriots in March, posted a video asserting he ranks above any team's second wide receiver. The four-time Pro Bowler is seeking a new contract with training camps two weeks away.
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profootballtalk.nbcsports.comsports11 hrs ago
Rasul Douglas to Sign One-Year Deal Worth Up to $3.8 Million With Commanders
Free agent cornerback Rasul Douglas plans to join the Washington Commanders on a one-year contract. The 30-year-old played 15 games for the Miami Dolphins in 2025 after entering the starting lineup midseason.
profootballtalk.nbcsports.comsports11 hrs ago
Former Cowboys Defensive End Marshawn Kneeland Diagnosed Posthumously With Stage 1 CTE
Marshawn Kneeland, who died by suicide at age 24 in November 2025, received a Stage 1 CTE diagnosis after his family donated his brain. Boston University's CTE Center confirmed the finding and stressed that suicide involves multiple factors.
profootballtalk.nbcsports.comsports11 hrs ago
Adam Vinatieri to Enter Colts Ring of Honor on October 18
The Indianapolis Colts will induct kicker Adam Vinatieri into their Ring of Honor during their October 18 game against the Tennessee Titans. Vinatieri, who will join the Pro Football Hall of Fame next month, becomes the 21st person honored by the franchise.
profootballtalk.nbcsports.comsports11 hrs ago
Washington Commanders Retire John Riggins' No. 44 Jersey
The Washington Commanders will retire the No. 44 jersey of Hall of Fame running back John Riggins. Riggins holds the franchise record for rushing yards and touchdowns.
usatoday.comsports11 hrs ago
Study Finds NFL Players Four Times More Likely to Die from Neurodegenerative Diseases but Lower Rates of Cancer, Heart Disease, and Suicide
Researchers examined 19,824 former NFL players from 1960 to 2019 and found elevated rates of death from dementia and Parkinson's. The results held across eras and were most pronounced among players who died before age 60.
axios.comsports11 hrs agoUpdated
Florida Judge Denies Prosecutors’ Request for GPS Monitor on Former Lions Player Terrion Arnold
A Florida judge ruled Friday that former Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold does not need to wear a GPS tracker. The decision permits him to continue workouts with NFL teams while out on a $1 million bond.
profootballtalk.nbcsports.comsports2 days ago
Estate of Paul Allen Agrees to Sell Seattle Seahawks for $9.612 Billion
The Khosla family and limited partners will acquire the team, with Neeru Khosla as controlling owner. The NFL has started reviewing the transaction documents and due diligence.
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abcnews.go.comsports2 days agoUpdated
Bears quarterback sends autographed jersey to Pope Leo XIV
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams sent an autographed jersey to Pope Leo XIV through his foundation. The gift was presented on July 4 by U.S. Ambassador to the Holy See Brian Burch.
profootballtalk.nbcsports.comworld2 days ago
Aaron Donald videotaped training at Rams practice facility
Video showed the retired defensive tackle completing an hour-long session at the team's Woodland Hills facility. The footage renewed speculation about a possible return this season.
alternet.orgsports2 days ago
Indiana Governor Says Chicago Bears Stadium Talks Have Advanced
Indiana Governor Mike Braun stated that negotiations over a potential Chicago Bears stadium in the state have progressed. Illinois Governor JB Pritzker said the state remains competitive and may call a special legislative session.
screenrant.comsports2 days ago
Jordan Love Ranked No. 72 on NFL Top 100 List, Four Spots Lower Than Prior Year
Green Bay Packers edge rusher Micah Parsons posted on X that 71 players are not better than quarterback Jordan Love. The comment followed the release of rankings 80-71 on the 2026 NFL Top 100 list, where Love placed at No. 72.
New York Postsports3 days ago
Former NFL running back drafted in first round dies at 69
A player selected in the first round of the 1979 draft has died at age 69. His family announced the death on social media Thursday. The cause has not been released.
ESPNsports3 days ago
Former cornerback clears waivers, becomes free agent after arrest
The player was released by his team last week and cleared waivers Monday. He is expected to visit other teams that have expressed interest in signing him.
nypost.comsports3 days ago
Former Lions cornerback faces kidnapping and robbery charges while teams show interest
A former first-round cornerback arrested on eight felony counts is preparing for the 2026 NFL season. Four teams have contacted him or arranged workouts, his agent said at a Florida hearing.
news.google.comsports3 days ago
Jonathan Taylor Logs 323 Rushes in 2025 Season for Colts
Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor carried the ball 323 times in 2025, the most in the NFL. He added a 244-yard performance in a November win over the Atlanta Falcons that included 32 total carries.
fantasypros.comsports3 days ago
ESPN Survey Ranks Seahawks' Leonard Williams as Top Defensive Tackle
ESPN compiled votes from more than 70 league executives, coaches and scouts to rank the top defensive tackles ahead of 2026 training camps. Seattle Seahawks veteran Leonard Williams placed first after recording 7.0 sacks and earning second-team All-Pro honors in 2025.
abcnews.go.comsports3 days ago
Patriots win AFC East title after five years of Bills dominance
The New England Patriots ended the Buffalo Bills' five-year run atop the AFC East by finishing as Super Bowl runners-up last season. The division enters 2026 with the Bills opening a new stadium and both top teams featuring established quarterbacks.
news.google.comsports4 days ago
Denver Broncos lineman predicts team will break NFL sack record in 2026 after finishing short in 2025
Denver Broncos defensive lineman Zach Allen stated on July 9, 2026, that the team expects to break the NFL single-season sack record. The Broncos finished the 2025 season with 68 sacks, five short of the mark set by the 1984 Chicago Bears.
profootballtalk.nbcsports.comsports4 days ago
Josh Allen and Hailee Steinfeld Welcome Daughter Harper as Bills Begin Season with New Coach and Stadium
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen and actress Hailee Steinfeld welcomed their first child in April. The team will open a new stadium and begin play under a new head coach this season.
profootballtalk.nbcsports.comsports4 days ago
Broncos Punted in Overtime Win Over Bills After Players Vetoed Fake Punt
ESPN reported that Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton called a fake punt during overtime of the team's divisional round victory over the Buffalo Bills earlier in 2026, but players rejected the play at the line. The account also detailed quarterback Bo Nix's ankle injury and a 2024…
winnipegfreepress.comsports5 days ago
Lions All-Pro Receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown Announces Engagement
Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown and longtime girlfriend Brooklyn Adams announced their engagement Tuesday. The couple posted photos from the proposal on social media.
axios.comsports6 days ago
Washington Commanders hire Demitrius Washington as senior personnel executive
The team added Demitrius Washington to its front office as a senior personnel executive. He replaces Scott Fitterer, who departed for Athletes First. Washington previously worked with the team's general manager in San Francisco and spent four years with the Vikings.
profootballtalk.nbcsports.comsports6 days ago
Team selects wide receiver at 39th pick after considering earlier option
A team drafted a former Washington wide receiver 39th overall. Officials had considered selecting the player with the 24th pick before choosing another receiver instead.
profootballtalk.nbcsports.comsports5 days agoUpdated
Former Cowboys player posthumously diagnosed with Stage 1 CTE
Marshawn Kneeland, who died by suicide in November 2025 at age 24, received a Stage 1 CTE diagnosis after his family donated his brain for research. Boston University's CTE Center confirmed the finding and noted that suicide is complex and multifactorial.
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New York Postsports6 days ago
Wide receiver states 49ers voided contract guarantees in July
The player posted on Instagram that the team told media and fans he would return despite an earlier decision to void guarantees. He added he will not seek reinstatement and plans to play elsewhere this season.
profootballtalk.nbcsports.comworld6 days ago
Falcons sign wide receiver Drake London to four-year, $141 million extension through 2030
Drake London agreed to a four-year, $141 million contract extension with the Atlanta Falcons that runs through 2030 and includes $100 million guaranteed. The 24-year-old receiver, selected eighth overall in the 2022 draft, also proposed to Sofia Rose Gabay on July 2.
winnipegfreepress.comsports6 days ago
Baltimore Ravens Draft Penn State Guard Olaivavega Ioane 14th Overall
The Baltimore Ravens drafted Olaivavega Ioane to anchor their offensive line. The 6-foot-4, 320-pound guard started at right guard during spring practices.
fantasypros.comsports6 days ago
Bijan Robinson Edges Jahmyr Gibbs in ESPN 2026 Running Back Survey
ESPN surveyed more than 70 league executives, coaches and scouts to rank the top 10 running backs. Atlanta Falcons back Bijan Robinson finished first in the seventh edition of the annual positional rankings released July 6.
winnipegfreepress.comsports7 days ago
Rasul Douglas Agrees to One-Year Deal Worth Up to $3.8 Million with Commanders
Free-agent cornerback Rasul Douglas will join the Washington Commanders on a one-year contract. The 30-year-old spent the 2025 season with the Miami Dolphins after signing following roster cuts.
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news.sky.comsports7 days ago
Former NFL Player Joins Union Advisory Role on Health
A former NFL safety has taken a strategic advisory position with the players' union focused on health, cognition and preventive care. The role centers on clinical expertise for the Mackey-White Health and Safety Committee.
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fantasypros.comsports7 days ago
ESPN's 2026 NFL Running Back Rankings Place Bijan Robinson First
ESPN's annual survey of more than 70 league executives, coaches and scouts placed Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson first. The 24-year-old led the NFL with 2,498 yards from scrimmage in 2025.
profootballtalk.nbcsports.comsports7 days ago
Jets Trade Sauce Gardner to Colts for Two First-Round Picks and Receiver
The New York Jets sent cornerback Sauce Gardner to the Indianapolis Colts on July 6, 2026. In return, New York acquired two first-round picks and wide receiver Adonai Mitchell.
news.google.comsports8 days ago
Detroit Lions release cornerback after felony arrest
The Detroit Lions released a cornerback arrested last week on armed robbery and kidnapping charges. Prosecutors say the player directed associates who abducted and beat three men; his attorneys say evidence tying him to the crimes is weak.
vox.comsports8 days ago
Caleb Williams Foundation Delivers Signed Jersey to Pope Leo XIV
The Caleb Cares Foundation arranged delivery of a signed No. 18 jersey to Pope Leo XIV on July 4, 2026. The white jersey does not match current Chicago Bears uniforms. Yardbarker.com reported the event coordinated through U.S. diplomatic channels.
sports8 days ago
Chiefs to Evaluate Six Cornerbacks for Starting Roles at July Training Camp
Six players will compete for starting cornerback roles when the Kansas City Chiefs open training camp later this month. ESPN reported the group includes a top draft pick, a returning veteran and two rookies after key departures.
news.sky.comsports8 days ago
Former NFL player and broadcaster arrested on domestic battery charge
Marcellus Wiley was arrested Saturday in Florida and booked into Orange County jail on domestic battery charges. He is being held without bond.
bangkokpost.comtechnology8 days ago
49ers Receiver Posts Videos Aimed at Commanders Quarterback
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk posted videos on social media Saturday that referenced Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels. The posts mixed criticism with an apparent interest in joining the same team.
chicago.suntimes.comsports9 days ago
Ravens kicker Tyler Loop works on rebound after missed field goal
Baltimore Ravens kicker Tyler Loop addressed his missed 44-yard field goal from last season during minicamp. The team has kept him as its only kicker on the roster through the offseason.
comicbook.comsports10 days ago
NFL 2026 Schedule Adds Netflix and Peacock Games While Some Fans Face Higher Costs
Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell said the league must keep pathways open for all fans. Congressional reports have highlighted rising viewer costs.
New York Postworld11 days ago
Cornerback released after facing felony charges in Florida
A cornerback was released by his team Monday after eight felony charges were filed in Florida. His attorney said three teams have contacted him and expects a new contract within 30 days.
profootballtalk.nbcsports.comsports10 days agoUpdated
Former Rams Cornerback LeRoy Irvin Dies at 68
LeRoy Irvin, a two-time Pro Bowl cornerback who spent a decade with the Los Angeles Rams, has died at age 68. Former teammate Eric Dickerson announced the death on Instagram.
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espn.comsports11 days ago
Broncos Led NFL With 68 Sacks but Finished Tied for 26th in Takeaways
The Denver Broncos led the NFL in sacks and ranked near the top in several defensive categories during the 2025 season. The team finished tied for 26th with 14 takeaways and is now emphasizing forced turnovers in the offseason.
sbs.com.ausports11 days ago
Australian Rugby Player Ben Te Kura Released by Broncos, Plans Move to NFL
Ben Te Kura, a 22-year-old Australian who was the tallest player in National Rugby League history, was released from his Brisbane Broncos contract. He will begin training in the United States immediately for a potential NFL career in 2027.
abcnews.go.comsports11 days ago
Body camera video shows NFL player fleeing police after reported crash
New footage released by police captures an NFL player driving away after an incident involving his ex-girlfriend. The February event included accusations of following and a reported vehicle collision.
profootballtalk.nbcsports.comsports12 days ago
Giants Running Back Skattebo Returns to Individual Drills at Minicamp After October Injury
Cam Skattebo participated in individual and team drills during the New York Giants' mandatory minicamp less than eight months after fracturing his tibia and dislocating his ankle. Coach John Harbaugh and Skattebo both indicated the running back is on track for the September 13 se…
sports12 days ago
Mother of Ravens player Calais Campbell found dead in Atlanta, brother charged with murder
Atlanta police found the 71-year-old mother of Baltimore Ravens defensive end Calais Campbell dead inside her home during a welfare check Tuesday afternoon. Her son Ciarre Campbell was taken into custody and faces murder and related charges.
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fantasypros.comsports13 days ago
Buffalo Bills Exclude O.J. Simpson From New Stadium Honors
The Buffalo Bills decided against honoring O.J. Simpson in the family circle area at their new Highmark Stadium. Other Wall of Fame members will be featured there instead. The choice follows internal debate as recently as spring 2026.
cicnews.comsports13 days agoUpdated
USPTO Issues Initial Refusal on Caleb Williams 'Iceman' Trademark Application
The United States Patent and Trademark Office issued an initial refusal Wednesday to Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams' application to trademark the word Iceman. The decision cited a 1988 registration held by LaCrosse Footwear for insulated boots.
profootballtalk.nbcsports.comsports12 days agoUpdated
Detroit Lions Release Cornerback Terrion Arnold Hours After $1 Million Bond Posted
The Detroit Lions released cornerback Terrion Arnold on Monday following a Florida judge's decision to set his bond at $1 million. Arnold faces eight felony counts tied to a February incident in Largo.
profootballtalk.nbcsports.comsports13 days ago
NFL Memo Confirms Quarterback Brendan Sorsby Will Enter 2027 Draft
The NFL notified all teams that Brendan Sorsby will not pursue litigation and will prepare for the 2027 Draft. The league will not discipline him for currently-known prior misconduct but retains rights to investigate further conduct.
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profootballtalk.nbcsports.comsports12 days agoUpdated
Brendan Sorsby to Enter 2027 NFL Draft After Dropping Litigation Plans
Quarterback Brendan Sorsby will prepare for the 2027 draft and will not pursue further legal action against the NFL. The league confirmed the arrangement in a memo sent to all 32 teams on Tuesday.
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yardbarker.comsports13 days ago
Browns Face Trade Speculation on Shedeur Sanders as Reporters Say Competition Remains Open
Mary Kay Cabot said the team is not inflating the quarterback's value. Reports of trade talks surfaced on June 30, 2026.
profootballtalk.nbcsports.comsports13 days ago
Raiders rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza gets third-team reps at minicamp
The Las Vegas Raiders selected Fernando Mendoza during the 2026 NFL Draft. The rookie quarterback has drawn positive comments from teammates during minicamp activities in Henderson, Nevada.
The Independentsports13 days ago
Officer issues verbal warning to reporter pulled over for phone use
The Independent reported on body-cam footage from a January traffic stop in Ridgewood, New Jersey, involving former NFL reporter Dianna Russini. She was pulled over for phone use while driving but received a verbal warning. The footage differs from an anecdote she shared earlier…
profootballtalk.nbcsports.comsports13 days ago
CBS Sports ranks 21 NFL quarterbacks into three tiers ahead of 2026 season
The ranking places five quarterbacks in a top tier of transcendent talents, twelve in a middle tier of borderline stars, and four in a lower tier of promising prospects. It includes 2025 statistical data and notes on prior achievements for each player.