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Every NFL season produces at least a few head coaches entering the year with serious pressure surrounding their future, and the 2026 season is no different.

Joe Burrow expands on warning to NFL after Bengals' impressive offseason

Five lingering NFL questions: Chiefs in the WR market? Saints vets on the move? And more

Chiefs can only replace Rashee Rice with one free agent

The '2024-25 NFL passing-yard leaders' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / May 15

NFL analyst has strong thoughts about Giants' Arvell Reese, Sonny Styles draft decision

NFL analyst Chris Simms has strong opinions about the Arvell Reese vs. Sonny Styles debate.

What Giants' Brian Burns already likes about rookie Arvell Reese

Ohio State star Jeremiah Smith's plan for first NFL paycheck perfectly explains the NIL era

Giants second-year QB Jaxson Dart expands on offensive changes under new HC John Harbaugh

The 'Single-game rookie RB touchdown leaders' quiz

Commanders Sign No. 7 Pick Sonny Styles

The Commanders officially added nine undrafted free agents to their roster yesterday. Their list of rookies on the books now includes the team’s top selection.

Commanders Reveal Jersey Number For First Round Pick Sonny Styles

The Washington Commanders have been in the process of welcoming their new rookie class into the building since the NFL Draft ended, and will be getting rookie minicamp underway this week.

NFL News / Yardbarker / May 1

NFL executives rip Giants over draft decision, trading Dexter Lawrence II to Bengals

In April, the New York Giants traded veteran defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence II to the Cincinnati Bengals for the 10th overall selection of the 2026 NFL Draft.

Giants may not be done replacing Dexter Lawrence II despite Shelby Harris news

NFL executives blast Titans for drafting Carnell Tate over Arvell Reese

Hype for 2027 NFL Draft grows with Jeremiah Smith-Calvin Johnson comparison

NFL executives address proposed idea for Cardinals' handling of Jacoby Brissett, Carson Beck

College Football News / Yardbarker

25 most intriguing storylines to follow for the 2026 college football season

College football has historically been known as a sport that caters to the elite. It is very difficult to win a national championship if you aren't Notre Dame, Alabama, Ohio State, or a host of other schools that have great programs that invest heavily in keeping them at the top.

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 27

Winners, losers from Day 3 of NFL Draft: Diego Pavia goes undrafted

Winners, losers from Day 3 of NFL Draft: Steelers make feel-good pick, Diego Pavia goes undrafted

Let's take a look at some of the winners and losers from the third day of the 2026 NFL Draft.

Giants nailed the first three rounds of the 2026 NFL Draft

Five best fits from Day 3 of NFL Draft

Winners, losers from first round

Winners, losers from Day 2

NFL Draft 2026: Top 10 draft picks and full rookie contract projections

True-or-false for Rounds 2-3: Did Cardinals, Steelers find franchise QBs?

College Football News / Pro Football Rumors / April 24

Commanders Were Not Expecting Sonny Styles At No. 7

Sonny Styles was frequently pegged as a top-five pick during the pre-draft process, but the Cardinals and the Titans both went in other directions at Nos.

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 23

NFL Draft 2026 Top 10 draft picks and full rookie contract projections

The 2026 NFL Draft has arrived, and the first round did not disappoint.

Fernando Mendoza sends first official message as a Raider

Recent history does not paint promising picture for Cardinals and Jeremiyah Love

QB Fernando Mendoza now able to do even more good for the world after getting drafted No. 1 by Raiders

The 'NFL No.1-overall draft picks' quiz

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / April 21

Giants have reportedly made huge Sonny Styles NFL Draft decision

The Giants hold the fifth and 10th picks in the first round of the draft.

Giants reportedly could ignore this position in first round of 2026 NFL Draft

Odell Beckham Jr. may be reuniting with his former team

Why Giants traded Dexter Lawrence II to Bengals instead of prolonging contract standoff

First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

The 'Last rookie QB three-TD games by NFL team' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 21

NFL Draft 2026: True-or-false predictions for David Bailey, Ty Simpson, Jeremiyah Love and Round 1

The long wait for the NFL Draft is almost over. The first round is Thursday, followed by Rounds 2-3 on Friday and Rounds 4-7 on Saturday. Before the NFL world turns its attention to Pittsburgh for this year's event, here's a preview of Round 1 in true/false form.

NFL Draft: Arvell Reese/David Bailey slide talk among latest intel

Only one NFL Draft pick makes sense for the Patriots

Only one NFL Draft pick makes sense for the Cowboys

Only one NFL Draft pick makes sense for the Steelers

Only one NFL Draft pick makes sense for the Chiefs

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 20

Giants reportedly could ignore this position in first round of draft

Giants reportedly could ignore this position in first round of 2026 NFL Draft

The Giants now possess overall picks No. 5 and No. 10 in the 2026 NFL Draft after they traded defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence II to the Cincinnati Bengals this past weekend.

Giants reportedly make massive Kayvon Thibodeaux decision after Dexter Lawrence II trade

Why Giants traded Dexter Lawrence II to Bengals instead of prolonging contract standoff

First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

The 'Most Pro Bowls by NFL franchise' quiz

College Football News / Yardbarker

Ranking all the new FBS head coaches for the 2026 season

Coaching changes happen every year, but they don't all happen the same way. We have had some wild offseason coaching moves in recent seasons, and 2025-2026 wasn't any different.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / April 19

Sonny Styles Steps Back Into the Shoe As NFL Draft Awaits

Ohio Stadium was a place Sonny Styles knew well, but today’s visit felt different as he made one last stop before the NFL Draft. Standing on the sideline inside Ohio Stadium during Ohio State’s spring game, Styles was no longer part of the defense taking the field.

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 15

Kiper, Brugler share predictions about blockbuster Cowboys, Browns draft trade

Mel Kiper Jr., Dane Brugler share huge predictions about blockbuster Cowboys, Browns NFL Draft trade

Dallas needs all kinds of help on defense.

Three Ohio State stars the Cowboys could target if they trade up in 2026 NFL Draft

Teams 'not expecting' this after concerning Rueben Bain Jr. report

Mel Kiper Jr., Dane Brugler share huge Rueben Bain Jr. draft predictions after concerning report

First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

The 'Most sacks in an NFL season' quiz

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The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz

The 'NFL's active rushing leaders' quiz

The 'Fewest passing-yards in a win' quiz

The 'Rushing-record by NFL team' quiz

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / April 14

Three Ohio State stars the Cowboys could target if they trade up in 2026 NFL Draft

The Dallas Cowboys may make a deal during the 2026 NFL Draft (scheduled April 23-25 in Pittsburgh).

Stephen Jones' comments add fuel to Dallas Cowboys NFL Draft trade rumors

Three teams who could realistically make a first-round trade in the NFL Draft

Ty Simpson shares his thoughts on competing with Fernando Mendoza

First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

Dan Orlovsky again addresses conspiracy theory about Fernando Mendoza, Ty Simpson draft rankings

NFL insider, former GM address Steelers' Ty Simpson question amid Aaron Rodgers uncertainty

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 8

NFL Draft intel: Carnell Tate's stock soaring, David Bailey-Arvell Reese debate, Sonny Styles-Fred Warner comps

Each week, Yardbarker monitors the 2026 NFL Draft, scheduled April 23-25 in Pittsburgh.

Concerns surrounding Rueben Bain Jr. may work in Cowboys' favor

Could Jets draft Jeremiyah Love so that they can trade Breece Hall?

NFL insider addresses Ty Simpson, Fernando Mendoza draft narrative

Executive reveals how NFL teams may view Simpson amid draft-stock chatter

Steelers' potential 2026 NFL Draft plans contradict claims about QB Will Howard

College Football News / Yardbarker / March 31

Ohio State positioned for NFL Draft feat not seen since 1967

How many Ohio State Buckeyes will hear their name called during the 2026 NFL Draft (scheduled April 23-25 in Pittsburgh)? Better yet, how many will go in the top 10?

Will Ty Simpson become the Shedeur Sanders of the NFL Draft?

Execs react to stunning Fernando Mendoza, Simpson draft takes

What Raiders reportedly have learned about Mendoza

Steelers insider gives update on Simpson draft rumors amid Aaron Rodgers uncertainty

Could Bengals land most athletic player in entire draft class?

Four potential Day 3 NFL Draft picks to keep an eye on

College Football News / Pro Football Rumors / March 26

Commanders Arrange Visits With LB Sonny Styles, WR Denzel Boston

Set to select seventh overall in next month’s draft, the Commanders find themselves in an interesting position. A wide range of options could present itself by the time Washington is on the clock.

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 20

NFL GM makes prediction about Giants, Caleb Downs draft rumors

Media personalities who create mock drafts throughout offseasons have been split on how the New York Giants will spend the fifth overall pick of the 2026

Mel Kiper Jr. makes exciting comparison for Notre Dame RB Jeremiyah Love

NFL reporter suggests Eagles have already made A.J. Brown decision

Why some NFL personnel think Raiders deserve blame for Maxx Crosby, Ravens debacle

College Football News / Yardbarker / March 2

Prospects whose stocks should be soaring after NFL Scouting Combine

Taylen Green, Sonny Styles and other prospects whose stocks should be soaring after the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine

Here are five prospects who should be climbing teams' boards heading into the NFL Draft (scheduled April 23-25 in Pittsburgh).

Taylen Green's eye-opening combine performance could cause quarterback to rise draft boards

Five prospects who hurt their stock during the NFL combine

Jeremiyah Love, other RBs post outrageous 40-times at NFL combine

The 'No. 1-overall NFL Draft picks' quiz

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / February 28

Sonny Styles’ mom reveals the surprising inspiration behind his nickname

Perhaps not many people know that Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Sonny Styles’ real name is Alex, but there’s an interesting story behind the nickname.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / February 27

How Sonny Styles Turned Heads With a Record-Breaking NFL Combine Performance

The NFL combine is the last chance for prospects to show off their athletic ability and potential, trying to raise their draft stock. No one did that better on Thursday than Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles.

NFL News / Yardbarker / February 24

NFL Draft intel: Sonny Styles' buzz, Jermod McCoy's medicals and more

NFL Draft intel: Sonny Styles' buzz, Jermod McCoy's medicals and QB with most to gain at NFL Scouting Combine

Each week, Yardbarker monitors the 2026 NFL Draft, scheduled April 23-25 in Pittsburgh. We're answering the biggest questions about the draft and the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, which is already underway.

Five under-the-radar prospects to watch at the NFL Scouting Combine

Cowboys predicted to select Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2026 NFL Draft

Steelers' massive trade could shake up strategy on draft night

GM Andrew Berry's potential draft plans could mean Browns QB carousel won't stop

Raiders GM John Spytek sends indirect message to Fernando Mendoza

Mel Kiper Jr.: Mendoza has 'distanced himself' from 2026 draft class

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / January 14

Ohio State Buckeyes lose another elite defender to 2026 NFL Draft

The Ohio State Buckeyes are accustomed to losing star players to the NFL.

Ohio State lands two former five-star recruits from Alabama in transfer portal

A way-too-early look at the top QBs in 2027 NFL Draft after Dante Moore's return to Oregon

The 'College football national championship coaches' quiz

The '2024-25 college football bowl game host cities' quiz

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Inside The Star / January 11

Sonny Styles—2026 Cowboys Scouting Report

When I evaluate Sonny Styles, the Ohio State linebacker, for fit on the Dallas Cowboys, I’m not going into this thinking he is a throwback linebacker. We all know Dallas doesn’t need that type of linebacker, but what they do need is a second-level defender who can survive in space, communicate, and stay on the field in sub-packages.

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 31, 2025

NFL Draft intel: SEC QB may be a challenging evaluation for scouts

Each week, Yardbarker monitors the 2026 NFL Draft, scheduled April 23-25 in Pittsburgh. From an LSU quarterback to a Cincinnati defensive lineman, here are five players we're tracking.

Titans' Cam Ward sends message to doubters ahead of rookie season

One player from each NFC team who deserves Hall of Fame call

One player from each AFC team who deserves Hall of Fame call

Projecting the most explosive NFL offenses in 2025, from first to worst