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Jaguars Walker Used Donald Comparison to Reach Next Level
Travon Walker heard his head coach loud and clear when Liam Coen brought up Aaron Donald’s name during their end-of-season sit-down. Coen wasn’t saying Walker’s already playing like Donald – one of the best defensive linemen to ever do it....
LB Anthony Walker Retires From NFL After Nine Seasons
Anthony Walker Jr. is hanging up his cleats after nine seasons in the league. The linebacker announced his retirement Thursday, capping off a career that saw him suit up for four different franchises since entering the NFL in 2017. “Thank...
Fanatics Takes Over Exclusive NFL Trading Card License
Fanatics announced Thursday it’ll be producing fully licensed NFL cards under the Topps brand for the first time since 2016 – and they’re bringing their patch program along for the ride. The company’s rolling out something they’ve already done with...
What We’ve Learned From NFL Free Agency So Far in 2026
The 2026 NFL free agency period has delivered a revealing snapshot of how front offices are evolving in a rapidly changing league. While blockbuster headlines still exist, the underlying trends point to a more calculated, long-term approach to roster construction. ...
Expected No 1 Pick Fernando Mendoza Impresses at Indiana Pro Day
Fernando Mendoza spent Wednesday warming up with his college roommate while nearly two dozen teammates cycled through 40-yard dash runs. Then Indiana’s Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback did what he does best – he put on a show. Every NFL team sent...
Former NFL Official Among First Women Referees Sues League for Reinstatement and Damages
Robin DeLorenzo was one of the first three women to officiate an NFL game. Now she’s suing the league, claiming her three years on the field turned into what she describes as a nightmare of sexism and unequal treatment. The...
Bills Re-Sign Damar Hamlin to One-Year Contract
Damar Hamlin’s back with the Buffalo Bills for another year. The team announced Friday they’ve re-signed the safety to a one-year deal after injury ended his 2025 season early. Hamlin only got into five games last year – a pectoral...
Panthers Rasheed Walker Says Gun Charge Will Be Dismissed
Carolina Panthers left tackle Rasheed Walker told reporters Thursday that the gun charge he picked up back in January is getting tossed. Port Authority Police arrested Walker on Jan. 23 at LaGuardia Airport’s Terminal C. He was charged with possession...
Alabama QB Ty Simpson Claims He Is Absolutely a First-Round Pick
The quarterback spent more than 40 minutes slinging passes Wednesday in front of NFL scouts and executives. He’d already thrown at the combine back in February, but he wanted another crack at it in Tuscaloosa. “Why not?” Simpson said. “Go...
NFL and Referees Break Off Labor Talks Amid Impasse
Labor talks between the NFL and its referees fell apart this week – and they ended a lot earlier than anyone expected. The two sides were supposed to meet Wednesday and Thursday, but according to sources who spoke with ESPN,...
Mike McCarthy Says Aaron Rodgers Reunion with Steelers Would Be Great Story
The Pittsburgh Steelers are still waiting to hear from Aaron Rodgers about his plans for the 2026 season. Their new coach? He’s already thinking about what it would mean if his former quarterback returns. Mike McCarthy coached Rodgers in Green...
Tom Brady Shines as Team USA Dominates Flag Football
Tom Brady looked like his old self on his very first play – launching a perfect touchdown pass to Stefon Diggs in the corner of the end zone. The seven-time Super Bowl champion hadn’t played competitive football in more than ...
