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Herbert climbed 17 spots after finishing ninth in passing yards and posting a career-high 498 rushing yards in 2025.

Houston reunites with the No. 1 overall pick from the 2014 draft on a contract with a $5.5 million base that can reach $8 million.

ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter is among early investors set to profit from a potential $2.15 billion sale of sports betting company Underdog.

The $2.6 billion venue shifts Cleveland from natural grass, tipping the NFL's playing surface split to 17 artificial turf teams against 15 grass teams.

Romo was suspended following his July 23 OWI arrest in Milwaukee, with Watt joining Jim Nantz six weeks before NFL regular-season coverage begins.

Jadeveon Clowney reunites with Houston, the team that drafted him first overall in 2014, after one season with the Dallas Cowboys.

Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison rallied employees after a $110 billion Warner Bros. Discovery acquisition was paused by an antitrust lawsuit, reducing urgency on the NFL's CBS broadcast renewal.

Deebo Samuel rejoins San Francisco, Chris Olave lands a new deal and Baker Mayfield's next move draws league-wide attention.

Former San Diego Chargers linebacker Billy Ray Smith Jr. died at 64 after battling dementia caused by CTE, his family confirmed Wednesday.

The Cincinnati Bengals quarterback earned a top-50 spot in the annual peer-voted ranking produced by NFL Films.

George Kittle's peer ranking reflects his value as a blocker but signals a shift in how the league views him as a receiving threat.

Micah Parsons lands on the PUP list ahead of training camp, complicating contract extension talks that could exceed $34 million per year.

Coming off a career-best 17.5-sack season, the Jacksonville pass rusher earned a peer-voted top-50 ranking that validates every dollar of his five-year extension.

Rookies, veterans and franchise quarterbacks report today as the 2026 season begins — and every rep in pads carries a price tag.

New England signed the Pro Bowl wideout to a four-year, $100 million deal, betting on him to fix a offense that ranked 28th in the league last season.

The Chargers' star safety earns a top-50 peer vote, validating his elite play and a four-year, $76.4 million extension signed in 2024.

Her game-tying play at the 2026 NFL FLAG Championships — broadcast on ESPN and NFL Network — shows exactly why the NFL is betting big on youth football.

Each of the 32 NFL franchises saw revenue jump 5 percent from 2024, lifting franchise valuations and setting up a bigger salary cap in 2026.

GM John Lynch confirms Kyle Shanahan's recovery is on track for the Sept. 10 Rams matchup in Melbourne, removing a potential distraction for the Super Bowl contender.

Star defensive lineman Nnamdi Madubuike, sidelined since Week 2 with a career-threatening neck injury, joins five teammates on Baltimore's PUP list as training camp opens.

The linebacker's expected short NFI stay spares Chicago's defensive plans and protects the value of his $19.5 million deal.

The Oakley All-Tournament Team spotlights top young talent as the 2026 NFL FLAG Championships air on ESPN and NFL Network, reflecting the league's long-term bet on grassroots growth.

Sean Stellato, known for negotiating multi-million dollar NFL contracts, heads to Rome next month to compete for Italy's national team and a 2028 Olympic berth.

Ed Policy's remarks signal potential operational changes for the league's only publicly owned franchise, raising questions about future spending.

DeAndre Hopkins redefined wide receiver value last season, delivering top-five production on a contract that was a steal, sending a clear message to NFL general managers about smart spending.

The Indianapolis Colts made a calculated business decision, opting not to guarantee a significant eight-figure salary for Anthony Richardson in 2027, prioritizing fiscal prudence over a long-term commitment to their promising but injury-plagued young quarterback.

A surprise Federal Communications Commission probe into early television rights negotiations could derail the NFL's strategy to lock in future revenue, costing the league billions and reshaping the sports media landscape.

As the 2026 NFL Draft moved through Rounds Two and Three, general managers faced critical decisions, with some teams making shrewd moves while others left significant value on the board.

Philadelphia aggressively secures premier edge rusher Jerry Greenard for five years, signaling an all-in strategy to dominate the NFC and make a deep playoff push.

After a surprising slide out of the first round, defensive tackle Kayden McDonald's selection by the Houston Texans presents a compelling blend of on-field potential and substantial off-field business opportunities in a thriving market.

The Atlanta Falcons made a calculated move in the NFL Draft, selecting cornerback Avieon Terrell at No. 48 overall to unite him with his All-Pro brother, A.J., creating a formidable family duo in the defensive backfield.

As the NFL Draft captured headlines, Joey Porter Jr.'s comments about Aaron Rodgers' absence fueled intense speculation regarding the quarterback's commitment and the New York Jets' substantial financial investment.

The NFL's latest crop of talent enters the league with massive guaranteed contracts, fundamentally altering team building and player leverage from day one.

The travel industry sees massive gains as 339 million sports fans spend big on events, creating an economic engine cities cannot ignore.

The long-term extension with Atrium Health for the 101,400-square-foot indoor training facility is a strategic win for the Carolina Panthers, bolstering infrastructure and competitive edge.

The NFL is playing hardball, training replacement officials as the May 31 CBA deadline looms, risking game integrity and billions in revenue in a high-stakes standoff with its referees.

The NFL's new flag football league secures backing from financial heavyweights like Ariel Capital and Silver Lake, signaling a massive play for global expansion and future revenue streams beyond the gridiron.