NFL Draft intel: What to know about Rueben Bain Jr., Arvell Reese, Fernando Mendoza

Each week, Yardbarker monitors the 2026 NFL Draft, scheduled April 23-25 in Pittsburgh. We're answering the biggest questions about the draft. With that in mind, here are five: In a story published Sunday, Ollie Connolly of the Read Optional reported that Bain was involved in a fatal vehicular crash in March 2024.

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Lions GM: Club has been aware of concerning Bain incident 'for a while'

Lions GM says club has been aware of concerning Rueben Bain Jr. incident 'for a while'

Shortly after it was reported on Sunday that Bain was involved in a fatal vehicular crash when he was a sophomore in March 2024, Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated shared that NFL teams had been aware of the incident "for a long, long time." On Monday, Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes confirmed the NFC North club is one of the teams referenced by Breer.

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New Browns HC Todd Monken insisted as recently as last week that Watson and Sanders will receive legitimate opportunities to win the team's starting QB job through this summer.

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Could Cowboys move up in 2026 NFL Draft order to grab this defensive star?

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NFL insider reveals what 'makes more sense for the Jets' amid possible David Bailey, Arvell Reese conversations

It's assumed that Jets head coach Aaron Glenn is already on the hot seat after he guided the club to just three wins in his first season on the job.

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New York Giants News / Yardbarker / April 13

NFL insider predicts how Giants, Lawrence trade request saga will end

NFL insider predicts how Giants, Dexter Lawrence II trade request saga will end

For a piece published on Monday, NFL insider Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated offered a prediction regarding how the latest saga involving the Giants and Lawrence will end.

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Eagles could select different type of Brown replacement during draft

Eagles could select different type of A.J. Brown replacement during 2026 NFL Draft

Stories routinely suggest that Brown could be traded to the New England Patriots after June 1.

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Indiana Hoosiers News / Yardbarker / April 13

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Those associated with the Raiders would likely be thrilled if Mendoza follows in Burrow's footsteps.

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Washington Commanders News / Yardbarker / April 13

Tight end Zach Ertz has this wish after devastating injury

Ertz is currently continuing his recovery from the torn ACL he suffered on Dec. 7.

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Jadarian Price News / Yardbarker / April 13

Could Seahawks select Kenneth Walker III replacement in first round of 2026 NFL Draft?

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Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / April 13

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Update seems to confirm Cowboys' plan for first round of draft

Update seems to confirm Cowboys' plan for first round of 2026 NFL Draft

The Cowboys ended the 2025 regular season ranked last in the NFL with an average of 30.1 points allowed per game and 30th with an average of 377 yards surrendered per contest.

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Notre Dame HC Marcus Freeman shares warning for teams that may pass on drafting Jeremiyah Love

How high a team should select any running back during an NFL Draft has once again become a hot topic leading up to a player-selection process.

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Warren reflects on Tomlin leaving Steelers, having McCarthy as new HC

RB Jaylen Warren reflects on Mike Tomlin leaving Steelers, having Mike McCarthy as new HC

Warren only had Tomlin as an NFL head coach during the RB's pro career, which began when he signed with the Steelers as an undrafted free agent in 2022.

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Trent Williams News / Yardbarker / April 13

49ers reportedly make big move amid Trent Williams contract dispute

The San Francisco 49ers and star left tackle Trent Williams have spent the offseason involved in a contract dispute.

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Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / April 13

Reporters address if Browns are truly 'open' to trading Garrett

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As part of going public with a trade request last offseason, Garrett made it known he wanted to play for an advertised Super Bowl contender.

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San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / April 13

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Juszczyk made it known that he feels Purdy has earned more love than he often gets from pockets of fans and analysts.

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Miami Hurricanes News / Yardbarker / April 13

Will concerning new Rueben Bain Jr. report impact whether or not teams will draft him?

The supposed draft stock of Miami edge-rusher Rueben Bain Jr. had generated numerous discussions among analysts and football fans throughout the spring. That was before a new concerning report emerged on Sunday.