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NFL News / Yardbarker / September 12
Five NFL rookies being thrown directly into the fire in Week 1
The NFL doesn't always give rookies time to get comfortable.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 12
Five NFL stars who could have a miserable Week 1
NFL stars aren't given a grace period just because it's Week 1. Unfortunately for a few of the league's biggest names, the schedule didn't exactly hand them a warm-up game.
Dallas Cowboys News / Total Pro Sports / September 12
Cowboys RB suffers season-ending injury just days before season opener
The Dallas Cowboys lost their backup running back two days before Sunday night’s season opener.
The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz
There have been 22 quarterbacks in NFL history to throw for 4,500 yards and 15 interceptions in the same season. How many can you name in five minutes?
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 12
Vikings make notable move with Isaiah Rodgers ahead of season opener
While people are focused on what's going on on the field, the Vikings have made a move off the field.
When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?
All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.
Seattle Seahawks News / Yardbarker / September 12
Seahawks' Sam Darnold is dealing with an 'unusual' injury
All things considered, the Seattle Seahawks may have dodged a huge bullet in Week 1.
New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / September 12
Patriots making expected A.J. Brown move after concerning injury report
On Friday, ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter shared some expected news regarding Brown's short-term status.
College Football News / Yardbarker / September 12
Oregon QB Dante Moore receives high honor from NFL scouts, executives
Oregon Ducks quarterback Dante Moore decided to return to college this season instead of entering the 2026 NFL Draft.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 12
Five NFL players who could become household names by end of Week 1
Week 1 gives several young players the opportunity to make that introduction immediately.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / September 12
Raiders end bizarre trend with Michael Mayer contract extension
Mayer have agreed on a three-year, $45 million extension with $30 million guaranteed.
Green Bay Packers News / Yardbarker / September 12
Packers show confidence in Tucker Kraft with massive extension
It's not very common to see a player coming off a torn ACL receive a massive contract extension. In the case of Kraft, though, that is exactly what took place just ahead of a Week 1 showdown against the division rival Minnesota Vikings.
The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026
Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 12
Bold predictions for NFL Week 1: Josh Allen stumbles, Dolphins surprise
Week 1 of the 2026-27 NFL season is officially here, and we've cooked up three bold predictions that will make us look like fools or geniuses on Monday morning.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 11
Mike Florio rips Rams' Sean McVay for playing hurting Myles Garrett vs. 49ers
Following the Los Angeles Rams' 27-7 loss to the rival San Francisco 49ers, Rams pass-rusher Myles Garrett admitted that he "was the worst version of myself that I’ve put out there" during the game.
Cleveland Browns News / The Spun / September 12
Michael Vick 'glad' Shedeur Sanders wasn't named starter for Browns
Former NFL quarterback Michael Vick believes it’s a good thing Shedeur Sanders didn’t win the starting job for the Cleveland Browns.
The 'Most 300-yard NFL games' quiz
How many of the 34 quarterbacks in NFL history to throw for at least 300 yards in 30 or more games in their career can you name in five minutes?
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 11
What Kyle Shanahan contract extension means for him, 49ers
Kyle Shanahan is already tied with Sean McVay as the NFL's second longest-tenured head coach, and the San Francisco 49ers seem happy to keep him around for a lot longer.
Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / September 12
Cowboys get tough injury news right before season opener vs. Giants
The Dallas Cowboys are coming up on a new season and a fresh start. They weren't bad last season, boasting a 7-9 record. But they need to be better to get to the playoffs, and the team got hit with some bad injury news on Friday during practice.
Green Bay Packers News / Viral Sports News / September 12
Packers' Matt LaFleur makes telling Josh Jacobs statement
Josh Jacobs remains barred from practicing or playing while the NFL reviews the case.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 11
Three one-on-one NFL matchups that could decide Week 1 showdowns
NFL games are not just matchups of two complete teams. They are also a series of individual one-on-one matchups that can ultimately help decide the outcome.
Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / September 11
Brian Gutekunst gets creative in order to keep Bo Melton with the Packers
Bo Melton was moved from the active roster to the practice squad without going through the waiver process.
Chicago Bears News / HITC / September 11
Ben Johnson believes Bears players are practicing at 'championship level' after failing to do so last year
The Chicago Bears ended a seven-year drought to win the NFC North last season.
Seattle Seahawks News / Yardbarker / September 11
Seahawks get massive Sam Darnold injury update
Pockets of Seattle Seahawks fans likely feared the worst when starting quarterback Sam Darnold went down on the opening possession of Wednesday's season opener against the New England Patriots with a hip injury.
The 'Rookie yards-from-scrimmage leaders' quiz
How many of the rookies with the most yards from scrimmage in a single season for each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?
New York Giants News / EssentiallySports / September 11
Giants legend Michael Strahan announces new career move away from NFL
Michael Strahan spent 15 seasons terrorizing quarterbacks for the New York Giants. Now a prolific TV host, he’s built himself an equally big reputation in the media with his marquee shows.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 11
Steelers high-priced defense has no excuse not to start season strong
There is not a team in the NFL that has invested more money and resources into its defense in recent years than the Pittsburgh Steelers.
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