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Rams defense takes massive hit with Myles Garrett update

Garrett made his Rams debut in Week 1 and had an underwhelming performance.

Sean McVay’s blunt response to criticism of Rams’ travel schedule

The 'NFL sack leaders by season' quiz

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Injury timeline revealed for 49ers' De'Zhaun Stribling

Stribling was expected to be a focal point of the 49ers offense after they lost Christian Kirk and Ricky Pearsall.

Kyle Shanahan made secret offseason deal with 49ers

What Kyle Shanahan contract extension means for him, 49ers

Fred Warner had the coldest Instagram post after beating the Rams

The 'Most catches by an NFL running back' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 13

Football games today: What NFL games are on TV for Sunday, Sept. 13?

After a long offseason, the NFL regular season is finally here.

Former NFL HC believes Tua Tagovailoa has already decided to retire

‘Buckle up’: Cole Kmet sends message to Bears fans before NFL season

Five NFL stars who could have a miserable Week 1

Five NFL players who could become household names by end of Week 1

The 'NFL passing leaders in their first 2 years' quiz

Joey Porter Jr. News / Steeler Nation / September 13

Steelers' trade partner for Joey Porter Jr. quickly emerges in NFC

The organization and Porter are at an impasse in contract talks.

Steelers' latest move could be bad news for Joey Porter Jr.

Steelers high-priced defense has no excuse not to start season strong

The 'Most playoff starts by an NFL QB' quiz

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The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz

32 quarterbacks in NFL history have throw for more than 6,000 yards in the first two seasons of their career. How many of those QBs can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most TD passes in first two seasons' quiz

The 'Game-winning-drives record by team' quiz

The 'NFL yards-from-scrimmage leaders' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 13

Chiefs are playing a dangerous game with Patrick Mahomes

The Kansas City Chiefs will have their star quarterback on the field in the season opener.

Patrick Mahomes showing no fear as he prepares to return from ACL/LCL tear

Patrick Mahomes has three final words about his Week 1 availability

Chiefs have an X-factor that's not Patrick Mahomes or Travis Kelce

Chiefs likely to be without another veteran starter in season opener

The 'NFL season TD-pass leaders' quiz

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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.

Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / September 13

Three rookies the Browns will need to rely on in 2026

Here are three players that the Browns need to step up as rookies.

Browns OC Travis Switzer remains confident in Deshaun Watson

Shedeur Sanders may not get a chance with Browns for a long time

Three one-on-one NFL matchups that could decide Week 1 showdowns

Deshaun Watson has major hurdle in Browns' season opener vs. Jaguars

The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz

Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / September 13

Former NFL HC believes Tua Tagovailoa has already decided to retire

One former NFL head coach believes Tagovailoa is signaling to us all that he is ready for retirement.

Falcons make official Tagovailoa announcement for Week 1

Tagovailoa's Falcons career may be over before he starts a game

Falcons dealing with yet another QB concern before Week 1

QB Cooper Rush to start for Falcons as Tagovailoa declared out

Why J.J. McCarthy's demotion to QB3 was not 'a big surprise at all'

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 12

Ravens' Lamar Jackson contract extension will reportedly remain on hold

Do not expect Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens to have a new contract extension signed before Sunday's season opener, according to a Saturday report from ESPN's Adam Schefter.

NFL agent sends fresh Jackson warning to Ravens after Baker Mayfield deal

Was Jackson behind Ravens' John Harbaugh, Todd Monken decisions?

Texans, C.J. Stroud both making smart move to put contract talks on hold

Shedeur Sanders may not get a chance with Browns for a long time

Seahawks' Sam Darnold is dealing with an 'unusual' injury

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.

Astonishing Raiders stat emerges after Mayer’s contract extension

Raiders are officially on Brock Bowers watch with latest injury update

Packers show confidence in Tucker Kraft with massive extension

Jaguars' Parker Washington betting on himself after failed contract talks

Steelers' latest move could be bad news for Joey Porter Jr.

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.

Chiefs are playing a dangerous game with Patrick Mahomes

Five players who could become household names by end of Week 1

Five NFL rookies being thrown directly into the fire in Week 1

Three one-on-one matchups that could decide Week 1 showdowns

Bold predictions for NFL Week 1: Josh Allen stumbles, Dolphins surprise

Jacksonville Jaguars News / Yardbarker / September 12

Jaguars' Parker Washington betting on himself after failed contract talks

A focal point of the Jacksonville offense headed into the 2026 season is expected to be wide receiver Parker Washington. A former sixth-round pick, Washington had a breakout campaign in 2025 with 847 yards and five touchdowns.

Deshaun Watson has major hurdle in Browns' season opener vs. Jaguars

Deshaun Watson opens up about making regular-season return vs. Jaguars

Ravens' Lamar Jackson contract extension will reportedly remain on hold

Texans, C.J. Stroud both making smart move to put contract talks on hold

The 'Rookie passing leader by team' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker

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.

Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / September 12

Shedeur Sanders may not get a chance with Browns for a long time

Despite his history of injuries, subpar performances, and his run-in with the fan base, the Cleveland Browns will roll with Deshaun Watson as their starting quarterback.

Deshaun Watson has major hurdle in Browns' season opener vs. Jaguars

Browns insider shares Deshaun Watson leash update amid Shedeur Sanders speculation

Browns OC Travis Switzer remains confident in Deshaun Watson

Three one-on-one NFL matchups that could decide Week 1 showdowns

The 'Fewest passing-yards by a Pro Bowler' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / September 12

Steelers' latest move could be bad news for Joey Porter Jr.

The Pittsburgh Steelers and young star cornerback Joey Porter Jr. still don't see eye to eye.

Joey Porter Jr. sends contract warning to Steelers ahead of Week 1 deadline

Aaron Rodgers will eventually return to Green Bay as a hero

Three one-on-one NFL matchups that could decide Week 1 showdowns

The 'Active NFL receptions leaders' quiz

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The 'Women's U.S. Open champions' quiz

The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Most 10-TD catch NFL seasons' quiz

The 'NFL's active passing-leaders' quiz

Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / September 12

Falcons dealing with yet another QB concern before Week 1

The Atlanta Falcons are having a shocking start to the 2026 season before even playing a game. Specifically, the quarterback position is already in a state of disarray.

Tua Tagovailoa's Falcons career may be over before he starts a game

Former NFL HC believes Tua Tagovailoa has already decided to retire

Five NFL players who could become household names by end of Week 1

Five NFL stars who could have a miserable Week 1

Five NFL rookies being thrown directly into the fire in Week 1

The '2026 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

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.

Giants' Malik Nabers shares alarming comments about status for Cowboys game

Cowboys lock receiver down through 2027 amid George Pickens uncertainty

Jerry Jones teases another big Cowboys trade

The 'Leading rushers from the 2021 NFL season' quiz

Houston Texans News / Yardbarker / September 12

Texans, Stroud both making smart move to put contract talks on hold

Texans, C.J. Stroud both making smart move to put contract talks on hold

Stroud is facing a big season as he tries to re-establish himself as one of the NFL's elite.

Josh Allen, Bills try to end Houston hex against Texans

The '2026 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / September 12

Tua Tagovailoa's Falcons career may be over before he starts a game

The Atlanta Falcons confirmed some expected news on Friday when they announced that veteran backup Cooper Rush will be the team's starting quarterback over Tagovailoa for this coming Sunday's Week 1 game at the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Cowboys get tough injury news right before season opener vs. Giants

Patriots making significant A.J. Brown move after concerning injury report

Cardinals receive key Jeremiyah Love update ahead of Week 1

Raiders are officially on Brock Bowers watch with latest injury update

Seahawks' Sam Darnold is dealing with an 'unusual' injury

Patrick Mahomes has three final words about his Week 1 availability

Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / September 12

Raiders bolster tight end room after Brock Bowers injury

Bowers has been a superstar whenever he’s been on the field. But unfortunately for him, it hasn’t been too often since his rookie season back in 2024.

Raiders end bizarre trend with Michael Mayer contract extension

Raiders are officially on Brock Bowers watch with latest injury update

Two stats help explain the Raiders' Kirk Cousins, Fernando Mendoza plan

The 'Last 1K-receiver by NFL team' quiz

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.

Five NFL players who could become household names by end of Week 1

Five NFL stars who could have a miserable Week 1

Three one-on-one NFL matchups that could decide Week 1 showdowns

Bold predictions for NFL Week 1: Josh Allen stumbles, Dolphins surprise

The '2025 NFL sack leaders' quiz

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.

Why Vikings' J.J. McCarthy's demotion to QB3 was not 'a big surprise at all'

Vikings' backup QB decision speaks volumes about their view of J.J. McCarthy

Vikings' Justin Jefferson seems to address supposed work ethic concerns about Kyler Murray

The 'Best completion % by NFL team' quiz

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.

Seahawks get massive Sam Darnold injury update

Seahawks' Drew Lock makes big admission about clutch Jaxon Smith-Njigba play in win over Patriots

10 unbelievable stats from Seahawks' Week 1 win over Patriots

Pinpointing which major Patriots-Seahawks injury is most concerning

The 'NFL's active passing-leaders' quiz

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.

Patriots add familiar foe in DaQuan Jones after Week 1 disappointment

Patriots teammates send strong messages to Drake Maye after Seahawks loss

Patriots still have a lot to prove to doubters, critics

The 'Multiple 1K-receiving-yard seasons' quiz

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.

Nick Saban's College Football Playoff criticism is right on the money

Nick Saban has blunt assessment of Big Ten: 'Then nothing'

The 'Schools to win a CFP game' quiz

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.

Tua Tagovailoa's Falcons career may be over before he starts a game

Raiders end bizarre trend with Michael Mayer contract extension

Packers show confidence in Tucker Kraft with massive extension

The 'Rookie yards-from-scrimmage leaders' quiz

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.

Three key questions the Packers must answer against the Vikings

Packers may finally get clarity on Josh Jacobs' punishment

Packers GM Brian Gutekunst sounds confident in his big RB gamble

The '2025 NFL yards-per-catch leaders' quiz