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2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds
Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.
College Football News / Yardbarker / March 18
NFL Draft intel: Miami’s Jaylen Waddle replacement, Fernando Mendoza’s big issue, Jets’ dilemma
Each week, Yardbarker monitors the 2026 NFL Draft, scheduled April 23-25 in Pittsburgh.
Isaiah McDuffie News / A to Z Sports / March 18
Another trade between the Cowboys and Packers? It could help Dallas solve its single biggest problem before the NFL Draft
The Dallas Cowboys and Green Bay Packers have engaged on a couple of high-profile trades over the last year. Could they pull off another?
The 'Active multi-TD-catch NFL games' quiz
How many of the active NFL players to catch multiple touchdowns in the same game at least five times can you name in five minutes?
Johnny Hekker News / Larry Brown Sports / March 18
Vikings are signing a six-time All-Pro in free agency
The Minnesota Vikings are adding a very decorated free agent.
NFL News / Steeler Nation / March 18
New trade scenario has Steelers sending big haul to Seahawks for a second first-round pick
Anything can happen in late April when the Pittsburgh Steelers prepare to somehow use their 12 overall picks that they are projected to have in the 2026 NFL Draft.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 18
Hollywood Brown seems to send big message to critics of Eagles QB Jalen Hurts
Brown seemed to send somewhat of a message to those who think Hurts isn't an elite player at the sport's most important position.
Miami Dolphins News / Yardbarker / March 18
Dolphins should reconsider stance on De'Von Achane
The Dolphins don't seem fully committed to any one strategy this offseason, with recent reports about the availability of Achane serving as another example of their convoluted approach.
Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / March 18
Alabama QB Ty Simpson appears to be tumbling down draft boards
Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Ty Simpson may be the second-best passer in the 2026 NFL Draft, but that doesn't mean he'll be a first-rounder.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / March 18
Is Maxx Crosby settled on his future after failed Ravens trade?
What's next for Crosby after his trade to the Ravens fell through?
Arizona Cardinals News / Yardbarker / March 18
GM says Cardinals 'aren’t even hiding' they're doing this after hiring Mike LaFleur as head coach
The Cardinals parted ways with quarterback Kyler Murray this offseason, and there's no indication that Arizona took a big swing at signing Malik Willis or Tua Tagovailoa in free agency.
2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact
NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.
Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / March 18
Why new Browns HC Todd Monken may be 'drawn' to Shedeur Sanders over Deshaun Watson
A recent update indicated that Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson are essentially on equal ground as it pertains to the Browns' QB competition.
New York Jets News / Yardbarker / March 18
Jets reporter refutes new claims about Darren Mougey, Aaron Glenn working relationship
Is there a disconnect within the Jets organization?
Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / March 18
Steelers seem to have strong thoughts about drafting Ty Simpson, potential Aaron Rodgers return
A recent update indicated that the Steelers "truly don't know" if Rodgers will return to serve as the club's starting quarterback for the 2026 season.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / March 18
49ers' George Kittle offers huge update on injury recovery amid bold goal for return
Kittle offered an update on his injury recovery.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 18
Only one team makes sense for Cameron Jordan
For the first time in his career, Jordan may not play for the New Orleans Saints.
Miami Dolphins News / Yardbarker / March 18
There's a condition to trade for Dolphins' De'Von Achane
Several former Dolphins stars have already taken their talents and big cap hits elsewhere this offseason.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 18
NFLPA exposed as beyond repair with JC Tretter's election as executive director
Instead of serving for the player body as a whole, Tretter's election feels like a small group trying to benefit one of their own at the sake of progress. If this is the NFLPA at work, then maybe it's broken.
The 'Most 1K-receiving-yard seasons' quiz
How many of the players to record at least five seasons with at least 1,000-receiving yards in their NFL career can you name in seven minutes?
Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / March 18
Browns insider addresses key perception about Shedeur Sanders, Deshaun Watson competition
Will one quarterback enter the QB competition in Cleveland with a leg up on his opponent?
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 18
Did Broncos consider trade for A.J. Brown before landing Jaylen Waddle?
Prior to acquiring Waddle, the Broncos had been linked with Brown. Was there ever any serious interest in the wideout from the Broncos?
Carolina Panthers News / Yardbarker / March 18
QB Kenny Pickett reveals 'ultimate goal' after signing with Panthers
The 2022 first-round draft pick has become somewhat of a journeyman quarterback.
San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / March 18
What George Kittle said while recruiting Mike Evans to 49ers
Kittle addressed his role in luring Evans to San Francisco.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 18
Dan Orlovsky expands on controversial Fernando Mendoza, Ty Simpson NFL Draft take
Former NFL quarterback and current analyst Dan Orlovsky raised eyebrows when he suggested that Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson was responsible for "significantly more impressive" game film than that produced by Indiana signal-caller Fernando Mendoza.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 18
Tom Brady willing to make another football comeback in this way
Brady played at a Most-Valuable-Player level into his 40s, but he will turn 49 years old this coming August.
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