Brian Schottenheimer reveals his new approach to NFL Draft
Brian Schottenheimer’s first year in charge of the Dallas Cowboys was a bit of a mixed bag. The offense was among the best in the game, and the players seemed to respond and bond with him, but the defense was historically bad, giving up the most points in franchise history (511).
After Fernando Mendoza and Ty Simpson, third QB drafted may have a long wait
Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza will go to the Raiders with the first overall pick in the 2026 NFL draft. Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson is expected to go somewhere late in the first round. After that, it could be a long time before the third quarterback drafted hears his name called.
Giants Willing To Entertain Dexter Lawrence Trade Offers
Since Dexter Lawrence‘s trade request went public, there has been a general expectation a deal sending him away from the Giants will not be worked out. Replacing the three-time Pro Bowler would be challenging for New York, while the list of teams willing to authorize an extension upon acquiring him may
Columbus Aviators coach Ted Ginn Jr. is arrested for DUI in Dallas, one day before a game
On the day before his team’s next game, Columbus Aviators coach Ted Ginn Jr. was arrested for DUI. Via Kierstin Lindkvist of WSYX in Columbus, Ginn was arrested on Saturday afternoon in Tarrant County, Texas. He was released on $1,000 bond. “We are aware of an incident involving Head Coach
Dianna Russini ‘sidelined’ amid investigation into Mike Vrabel photos
The controversy surrounding The Athletic NFL insider Dianna Russini and New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel is not going away quietly. According to the New York Post on Friday, Russini will not be doing any reporting for The Athletic while the New York Times (which owns the outlet) further
Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua Fight Announced by Netflix in Trending Video, Date Teased
An upcoming fight between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua was announced by Netflix on Saturday. The announcement came after Fury wrapped up a unanimous decision win over Arslanbek Makhmudov in London. While the exact date of Fury’s clash with Joshua is still unknown, the bout will occur in the fall.
Reporter shares if NFL could discipline Mike Vrabel over hotel photos
As the never-ending saga stemming from viral photos capturing New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel and The Athletic’s Dianna Russini embracing at a resort in Sedona, Arizona, ahead of this year’s annual league meeting rolls on, Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio recently considered the possible fallout. One day after The
D.C. Defenders, up 28-0 over Houston, have biggest halftime lead in UFL history
The home opener for the defending UFL champions is going well. The D.C. Defenders lead the Houston Gamblers at halftime of their Week 3 game, 28-0. It’s the biggest halftime lead in UFL history. The game has featured the UFL debut of Taulia Tagovailoa, the younger brother of Falcons quarterback
WR Denzel Boston Visits Ravens, Jets
The list of teams with interest in Washington wide receiver Denzel Boston continues to grow. Boston is visiting the Ravens and Jets on Saturday, per reports from Ian Rapoport of NFL.com and veteran insider Jordan Schultz. As PFR’s archives show, Boston has set up meetings with at least eight teams
Brandin Podziemski Says Activate Viral Twitter Account After Refusing to Post Until He Scored 30
Five-hundred-and-one days after vowing to never tweet until Brandin Podziemski scored 30 points in a game, the “Podziemski’s Gravity” account has been awakened. The Golden State Warriors guard dropped 30 in a 124-118 loss to the Sacramento Kings on Friday night, then told reporters afterward the viral social media account could
Eagles Acquire, Extend WR Dontayvion Wicks
Two NFC contenders have swung a trade. The Eagles are acquiring wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks from the Packers for a 2026 fifth-round pick and a 2027 sixth-rounder, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports. Philadelphia is also extending Wicks on a one-year, $12.5MM deal. [RELATED: 2026 NFL Trades] Wicks’ name surfaced in
Kyle Juszczyk: It’s OK to be skeptical and ask questions about electrical substation
There’s no hard evidence to support the idea that 49ers players are more susceptible to injuries because they practice near an electrical substation. But that doesn’t stop people from asking questions. And 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk thinks those questions should be asked. After 49ers General Manager John Lynch said the
DOJ launches antitrust probe into NFL over TV deals
The U.S. Department of Justice has opened an antitrust investigation into the NFL regarding its television and media rights agreements. The probe focuses on whether the league’s practices have become anticompetitive, potentially limiting consumer access to games and driving up costs amid the growing shift from traditional broadcasting to streaming services.
Jalen Hurts Welcomes Artemis II Astronauts Back to Earth in Video After Historic NASA Moon Mission
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts welcomed back the four astronauts from NASA’s Artemis II mission—commander Reid Wiseman, pilot Victor Glover and mission specialists Christina Koch and Jeremy Hansen—after they successfully splashed down into the Pacific Ocean on Friday. Hurts gave a shoutout to Koch, a big Eagles and Philadelphia Phillies
Who Is The 2026 NFL Draft’s RB2?
Last year’s draft saw six running backs taken in the first two days, including two first-rounders. 2024 didn’t see a rusher selected until the midpoint of the second round. 2023 showed the same output as 2025, and like 2024, the 2022 draft failed to see a first-round running back. Now,
Free agent CB Jack Jones visits the 49ers
The 49ers spent some time with a possible veteran addition to their secondary on Friday. The NFL’s daily transaction report shows that Jones visited with the 49ers. It’s the first reported visit for Jones since he became a free agent last month. Jones played in Miami last season and started
Eagles trade for Dontayvion Wicks adds fuel to A.J. Brown speculation
The Philadelphia Eagles continued to retool their wide receiver room on Friday by trading two draft picks (a 2026 fifth-round pick and a 2027 sixth-round pick) to the Green Bay Packers in exchange for Dontayvion Wicks. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Eagles are also giving Wicks a one-year, $12
New NFL Rumors on ‘Productive’ Meeting with Referees Union amid Potential for Replacement Refs
Amid ongoing plans to prepare for the possibility of replacement referees going into the 2026 season, the NFL and NFL Referees Association held labor negotiations in a meeting on Thursday. Per ESPN’s Kevin Seifert, several team owners were present at the meeting that was described as “productive” and talks are
Saints To Target WR, TE In Draft
APRIL 10: Cooper is, to little surprise, among the wideouts who will be hosted by the Saints on a top-30 visit, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports. His visit will take place tomorrow and it will include other receiver prospects, another indication of New Orleans’ draft intentions. APRIL 7: Saints quarterback Tyler
David Bailey is now the favorite to be drafted No. 2 overall
There’s a new favorite to be the second overall pick in the 2026 NFL draft. Texas Tech defensive end David Bailey is now a -120 favorite to be drafted No. 2 overall. For months, Ohio State edge rusher Arvell Reese has been the favorite to be the second pick, but
First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?
Teams are finalizing their Big Boards with much of NFL free agency in the rearview mirror. There’s a look at the least first-round mock draft as of April 8, 2026. Mark J. Rebilas / USA Today Sports Images Mendoza’s draft preparation could include looking at real estate in the
Robert Kraft saw the antitrust storm coming a year ago
The NFL currently faces antitrust issues on multiple fronts — legislative, regulatory, and executive. Patriots owner Robert Kraft saw it coming a year ago. As noted by Ben Fischer of Sports Business Journal, Kraft accurately presaged the situation last year, when the league hired Ted Ullyot as its new general
Jets Down To Arvell Reese, David Bailey At No. 2?
The Jets seem to have narrowed down their options for the second overall pick in April’s draft to edge defenders Arvell Reese and David Bailey. Reese seemed to emerge as a clear favorite earlier this week, as noted by PFR’s own Adam La Rose. However, NFL Network’s Daniel Jeremiah and
NHL Playoff Picture 2026, Updated Bracket, Standings After Sidney Crosby, Penguins Clinch Spot
Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin are back in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The Pittsburgh Penguins ended a three-season playoff drought on Thursday by clinching a spot in the 2026 postseason after beating the New Jersey Devils, 5-2. Here’s a look at the NHL standings now that the Penguins have secured
Boomer Esiason comments on Mike Vrabel, Dianna Russini photos
The NFL offseason continues to move along as the draft quickly approaches (April 23-25 in Pittsburgh), but that is not the only thing making headlines right now. On Tuesday, The New York Post published photos of New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel and The Athletic NFL insider Dianna Russini
Bucs agree to terms with CBs Kemon Hall, Chase Lucas
The Buccaneers have agreed to terms with a pair of cornerbacks on one-year deals. Kemon Hall is signing with the Buccaneers, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports, and Chase Lucas is also joining the team, Mike Garafolo of NFL Media reports. Hall, 28, spent last season with the Titans. After being
Bucs To Add CBs Chase Lucas, Kemon Hall
The Buccaneers lost several members of their secondary in free agency, including starting cornerback Jamel Dean. They are now set to sign former Lions and 49ers defensive back Chase Lucas, per NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo. Lucas has primarily operated as a backup during his career. The Bucs are also adding
WR KC Concepcion visiting with Dolphins on Thursday
It’s a busy time for receiver KC Concepcion, who is expected to be one of the top wideouts to come off the board in this year’s draft. Per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, Concepcion is taking a pre-draft visit with the Dolphins on Thursday. Miami currently holds the No. 11
Jalen Hurts might be to blame for A.J. Brown’s social media antics
For most of last season, A.J. Brown’s social media activity and frustration were the primary talking points around the then-defending champion Philadelphia Eagles. Brown was labeled difficult and criticized for not enjoying his team’s success when he wasn’t involved in the passing game. However, his not-so-cryptic messages may not have
Bijan Robinson feels better than ever, credits workouts with Christian McCaffrey
Falcons running back Bijan Robinson says he feels like he’s entering his physical prime, and he says offseason workouts with 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey are a big part of that. “Now going on my fourth year, I want to be a leader of these guys,” Robinson said at the
Browns QB Deshaun Watson Receives Medical Clearance; Shedeur Sanders Likely Favorite To Start
A year ago, Browns owner Jimmy Haslam admitted that acquiring quarterback Deshaun Watson from the Texans in 2022 was a “big swing and miss” for his franchise. Despite on- and off-field issues, the Browns have not been able to escape Watson’s onerous contract. With Watson guaranteed to return for a
How did the New York Post get the Mike Vrabel photos?
Tuesday’s report from Page Six of the New York Post regarding the photos of Patriots coach Mike Vrabel and New York Times reporter Dianna Russini raises plenty of fair questions moving forward. There’s one important question moving backward. How did the Post get the photos? Vrabel and Russini have separately
Mike Vrabel, Dianna Russini speak out on viral hotel photos
New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel and The Athletic NFL insider Dianna Russini have responded to a report that showed them holding hands and hugging during a visit to the Ambiente, a hotel in Sedona, Arizona, in late March. The New York Post published the photos of Russini and Vrabel
Jeff Hafley to Malik Willis: “Don’t change who you are”
The new regime in Miami, which came from Green Bay, made a beeline for Packers backup quarterback Malik Willis in free agency. Now that the Dolphins have opened their offseason program, new coach (and former Packers defensive coordinator) Jeff Hafley had a message for Willis. “I had a great conversation
Minor NFL Transactions: 4/8/26
By Ely Allen | at April 8, 2026 6:39 pm Here are today’s midweek minor transactions: New York Jets Pittsburgh Steelers Going undrafted out of Indiana in 2022, McCrary-Ball will be back for his fourth year in New York. After serving solely on special teams in his first two years,
Falcons’ Kaleb McGary Announces NFL Retirement After Significant Leg Injury
Atlanta Falcons right tackle Kaleb McGary is retiring from the NFL after six seasons, his agent Collin Roberts told ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. McGary, 31, last played during the 2024 season. He missed the 2025 campaign after suffering a season-ending left leg injury during training camp last August. The Falcons initially
Arm length concerns surrounding Miami DE Rueben Bain Jr. may work in Cowboys’ favor during 2026 NFL Draft
Perhaps the Dallas Cowboys won’t have to trade up in the 2026 NFL Draft (scheduled April 23-25 in Pittsburgh) to land a top pass-rusher. The stock of Miami Hurricanes defensive end Rueben Bain Jr. (6-foot-2, 263 pounds) may be dipping before the draft because of lingering concerns over his arm length.
CB Brandon Cisse visited Cowboys, set to visit Seahawks
Cornerback Brandon Cisse is among the prospects making the rounds with the draft a little over two weeks away. Jordan Reid of ESPN.com reports that Cisse recently visited with the Cowboys. He’s also set to meet with the Seahawks. Cisse played two seasons at North Carolina State before transferring to
Giants Not Eyeing Dexter Lawrence Raise
The 2023 offseason established a new salary bracket among interior defensive linemen, bridging the sizable gap between Aaron Donald and the field at the time. Dexter Lawrence was among the ascending D-tackles who did so, joining Quinnen Williams, Jeffery Simmons and Daron Payne in being given top-five DT deals that
Mike Vrabel calls characterization of photos with reporter “laughable”
The entire NFL is abuzz regarding a new report from Page Six of the New York Post regarding Patriots coach Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini, who covers the NFL for The Athletic. Before going any farther, I’ll say this: Coaches and reporters are entitled to lead their own private lives.
Fernando Mendoza makes an emotional decision about NFL Draft
Barring a shocking turn of events, the Las Vegas Raiders will use the No. 1 pick to get Indiana Hoosiers star quarterback Fernando Mendoza. They’ve already hosted him for a visit and have done extensive research on him, and not even signing Kirk Cousins will change that. However, as much as
Tom Brady makes appearance on first day of Raiders’ offseason program
At a time when minority owner Tom Brady’s role with the Raiders isn’t clear, he gave a clear indication as to his current level of involvement. Via Ryan McFadden of ESPN, Brady was in the building for the first day of the 2026 offseason program. It comes a week after
Vanderbilt QB Diego Pavia To Visit Panthers
This year’s crop of quarterback prospects has failed to impress evaluators with only Indiana’s Fernando Mendoza seen as a clear first-round talent. He is expected to be taken by the Raiders with the first overall pick, and Alabama’s Ty Simpson could sneak into Round 1, too. Beyond that, no NFL-bound
Kirk Cousins sees his time in Vegas as a chance to “finish strong”
Kirk Cousins realizes exactly where he is in his career. He is 37 and entering Year 15 in the NFL. He has not started all 17 games in a season since 2022, which was the last of his four Pro Bowl seasons, and the Raiders are his fourth team. But
The ‘Rookie receiving-leaders by NFL team’ quiz
The Atlanta Falcons are going to look a little different with new head coach Kevin Stefanki on the sidelines, but quarterback Michael Penix Jr. should have another receiver returning to the team for 2026. Tight end Kyle Pitts officially signed his franchise-tag for the season and reported to the team’s voluntary
Rory McIlroy Shades Irish Food, Explains His Masters Champions Dinner Menu in New Video
The Masters Champions dinner will be held on Tuesday evening, and it will be served in honor of defending champion Rory McIlroy. On Tuesday, McIlroy spoke with reporters and discussed the process that led to the creation of the menu, and he offered a sly dig at his homeland’s cuisine
HC Robert Saleh Praises Titans’ RB Group
The Titans have frequently been mentioned as a landing spot for Jeremiyah Love in the upcoming draft. Tennessee holds the fourth overall pick, so the team will likely have the opportunity to select the consensus top running back prospect. Love is indeed among the players who have conducted a pre-draft
QB Diego Pavia to visit Panthers Tuesday
The Panthers are set to meet with a potential addition to their quarterback room. Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports that former Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia will visit with the team on Tuesday. Pavia played at New Mexico Military Institute and New Mexico before spending the last two seasons with
The ‘Most 1K-rushing-yard NFL seasons’ quiz
Happy 72nd birthday to four-time Pro Bowler, one-time All-Pro, 1977 Offensive Rookie of the Year and Super Bowl XII champion, Tony Dorsett! Dorsett was selected by the Dallas Cowboys with the second-overall pick in the 1977 NFL Draft after winning the Heisman Trophy at Pittsburgh in 1976. He was an
Dan Hurley Answers Question About Refs After UConn’s National Championship Game Loss to Michigan
Dan Hurley has quite the reputation when it comes to his relationship with officials, so it was inevitable he would be asked about the whistle during Monday’s national championship game loss to Michigan. In fact, he even broke out in laughter when asked how much the officiating impacted his team’s
















































