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Source: Chiefs decline '25 option for WR Toney

Thu, 05/02/2024 - 20:02
The Chiefs declined to exercise the fifth-year option for the 2025 season on the contract of wide receiver Kadarius Toney, a source told ESPN.

Police: Prescott won't be charged in assault claim

Thu, 05/02/2024 - 20:02
Dallas police will not pursue sexual assault charges against Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott, with a police spokesperson saying detectives determined there was insufficient evidence an offense was committed.

Source: Steelers decline RB Harris' 2025 option

Thu, 05/02/2024 - 20:02
The Steelers have declined the fifth-year option for the 2025 season for running back Najee Harris.

Fields floated as Steelers returner, Warren says

Thu, 05/02/2024 - 20:02
Running back Jaylen Warren said the Steelers special teams coordinator suggested quarterback Justin Fields could return kickoffs with the rule change preventing players from moving until the returner touches the ball.

Slayton 'confident' on Giants contract resolution

Thu, 05/02/2024 - 20:02
Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton is "confident" there will be a resolution to his contract situation as he continues to stay away from the team's voluntary offseason workouts.

Stefon Diggs shows off strength with three plates on his back for pushups

Thu, 05/02/2024 - 17:28
The new Houston Texans wide receiver is the front-runner for wildest offseason NFL workout after his pushups with added weight.

Answering big questions about the 2025 draft class

Thu, 05/02/2024 - 14:23
Our experts answer questions about next year's draft prospects.

Not splashy, but necessary: The Steelers' rebuilt offensive line completes changed offensive identity

Thu, 05/02/2024 - 07:03
The Steelers picked probable O-line starters with their first two picks of the 2024 draft. Those moves might not be splashy, but it matters.

'Grateful' Kelce wasn't going to hold out for deal

Wed, 05/01/2024 - 19:47
Travis Kelce said on his "New Heights" podcast that he wasn't going to hold out for a raise so he's "grateful" to the Chiefs for wanting to sign him to a new deal.

Brissett eager to battle Maye for Pats' QB1 job

Wed, 05/01/2024 - 19:47
Veteran QB Jacoby Brissett, who signed a one-year contract with the Patriots in March worth a base value of $8 million, said Wednesday that he looks forward to competing with No. 3 pick Drake Maye for the team's starting job.

Source: Cowboys to decline Lance's 2025 option

Wed, 05/01/2024 - 19:47
The Dallas Cowboys will decline to pick up the fifth-year option on quarterback Trey Lance.

Illinois Gov.: Bears' stadium plan a 'nonstarter'

Wed, 05/01/2024 - 19:47
The Chicago Bears' proposal to fund a new lakefront stadium remains a "nonstarter," Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker's office said after top aides met with team officials Wednesday.

Source: Majority control of Dolphins 'not for sale'

Wed, 05/01/2024 - 19:47
Majority control of the Dolphins is "not for sale," a source told ESPN, after USA Today reported that owner Stephen Ross turned down a $10 billion offer for control of the team, the F1 Miami Grand Prix and Hard Rock Stadium.

Sources: Broncos not picking up Wilson's option

Wed, 05/01/2024 - 19:47
The Broncos have informed Zach Wilson and his reps that they will not pick up the fifth-year option in the quarterback's contract, sources told ESPN's Jeff Legwold. Wilson was traded to Denver by the Jets last week.

Jags cut WR Jones after picking Thomas in draft

Wed, 05/01/2024 - 19:47
The Jaguars have released wide receiver Zay Jones, the team announced Tuesday.

Kansas bill to lure Chiefs, Royals doesn't see vote

Wed, 05/01/2024 - 19:47
Some Kansas lawmakers see a chance to lure the Chiefs and Royals across the Missouri border, but an effort to help the teams finance new stadiums in the state fizzled over concerns about how it might look to taxpayers.

Barnwell: Does trading up in the NFL draft actually work? What we can learn from 242 past deals

Wed, 05/01/2024 - 10:50
Trading up isn't simply a pass/fail conversation, but there often is a clear winner. Here's what previous NFL draft deals can teach us.

Mock draft: Where did top WRs, rookies go?

Wed, 05/01/2024 - 09:37
The 2024 NFL draft is complete, so our ESPN Fantasy crew dove right into a mock draft, where a rookie was selected before Travis Kelce.

No Aiyuk or Samuel trade, so now what for the 49ers? We answered six questions

Wed, 05/01/2024 - 06:20
Trade chatter about Brandon Aiyuk and Deebo Samuel dominated 49ers' draft discussion, but how real was it? We dove in.

Meet Keon Coleman: The Buffalo Bills' rookie off to a side-splitting start

Tue, 04/30/2024 - 21:44
The Buffalo Bills' pick at No. 33, Keon Coleman, had a hilarious first day as a new member of the franchise.