5 Takeaways From the First Round of the 2026 NFL Draft

While the prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft class might not have been highly-touted, the first round of this year’s draft certainly brought the fireworks.  Of course, the Las Vegas Raiders took Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 overall pick, but there were plenty of surprises after that. The Arizona Cardinals took running back Jeremiyah … Read more

4 Takeaways From the NFL Owners Meeting in Phoenix

PHOENIX — Rule changes were at the forefront of the NFL owners meeting this week, with the most notable approved proposal being a one-year rule that allows officials “to correct clear and obvious mistakes” as the league’s referees face a potential lockout.  It’s clear the NFL anticipates having to use replacement referees — and because it … Read more

Sound Smart: 6 Observations on the Latest NFL Moves

The NFL never sleeps, not even in March amid free agency’s doldrums and still a month away from the draft.  Last week, the Denver Broncos traded a first-round pick (and more) to the Miami Dolphins for receiver Jaylen Waddle. The Kansas City Chiefs traded with the New York Jets for QB Justin Fields. And the … Read more

Jets Reportedly Place Franchise Tag on Breece Hall, Weakening RB Free-Agent Market

The free-agent market for running backs has taken a bit of a hit. Running back Breece Hall will receive the franchise tag from the New York Jets, ESPN reported Tuesday. With the tag, Hall can either sign a one-year deal with the Jets for $14.293 million or sign a long-term deal to remain with New … Read more

NFL Combine: 7 Most Telling Comments From the Week in Indianapolis

INDIANAPOLIS — The primary purpose of the NFL Scouting Combine is for teams to gather intel on the top prospects in the upcoming draft and scout them in simulated drills. However, the week in Indianapolis also gave us several tea leaves to read on what to expect in the NFL this offseason. Will Raiders edge … Read more

Report: Strong Chance George Pickens Skips on Cowboys Offseason Program if Tagged

George Pickens is a strong candidate to receive the franchise tag this offseason, but that could be the start of some potential contract drama between the wide receiver and the Dallas Cowboys.  In the event that Pickens receives the franchise tag this offseason, there’s a strong chance he won’t report for the Cowboys’ offseason program, … Read more

Cowboys NFL Free Agency Predictions: 4 Players to Help Dallas Get Back into Playoffs

We all know the Dallas Cowboys desperately need help on the defensive side of the ball, but they have a major question to address this offseason offensively, too.  So, how will Dallas thread the needle when it’s roughly $30 million above the salary cap (per Over The Cap)? Well, FOX Sports NFL writer Greg Auman … Read more

2026 NFL Bold Predictions: Cowboys Star Wins MVP, Chiefs Make a Comeback?

The Seattle Seahawks just won their second Super Bowl title days ago, but can they go back-to-back? Will the Kansas City Chiefs rebound after a disastrous 2025 season?  I’m ready to plant the flag and predict the answer to both of those questions. The start of the 2026 NFL season might be seven months away, … Read more

Fantasy Football: Let us present to you — the 2025 All-Sleeper Team

After putting together the All-Renaissance Team and the All-Breakout Team, it’s time to dig deep and close out the series here in late August. They’re a little harder to find, you may not even know their names, but sleepers are a cornerstone of fantasy football. There’s nothing quite like your 12th-round pick suddenly becoming a … Read more

Fantasy Football: Favorite pick in every round of a 12-team draft

Here, I’ll go through my favorite pick in every round in Yahoo fantasy football leagues right now. I’ll try to put together a complete team in the exercise as well, so don’t worry … you won’t just get 13 wide receiver picks from me in this space. Also, I’ve used Yahoo ADP from the last … Read more