Five teams that must nail the 2026 NFL Draft

Here are five teams that could be poised for substantial improvements if they nail the draft.

Bengals make win-now move with shortsighted Dexter Lawrence trade

2026 NFL Draft trades we want to see: Chiefs jump into top five, A.J. Brown finds a new home

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

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NFL's decision on Mike Vrabel regarding Dianna Russini controversy could backfire

Since the Russini-Vrabel story first broke, we've been left with more questions than answers. Rather than get to the bottom of it, the NFL appears willing to find out future developments along with the rest of us.

NFL reporter Crissy Froyd gets fired for post about Dianna Russini

Defiant Russini speaks out, resigns in wake of Vrabel scandal

Russini's resignation amid Vrabel saga adds more fuel to 'quid pro quo' fire

Former Patriots player has strong reaction to Vrabel, Russini controversy

What's next for insider Russini after resignation from The Athletic?

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 19

Bengals place another big bet on Lawrence with one-year, $28M extension

Bengals place another big bet on DT Dexter Lawrence II with one-year, $28M extension

After earning his second second-team All-Pro nod during the 2023 season, Lawrence's play has declined.

Bengals make win-now move with shortsighted Dexter Lawrence trade

Five teams that must nail the 2026 NFL Draft

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

The '2024-25 Pro Bowl starters' quiz

College Football News / Yardbarker / April 19

NFL prospect Zachariah Branch arrested days before 2026 NFL Draft

NFL Draft week typically runs quiet, but something went sideways for one of this year's top prospects.

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The 'NFL Defensive Players of the Year' quiz

The AP has awarded its Defensive Player of the Year Award to the NFL's most outstanding defender since 1971. How many of the NFL DPOYs can you name in six minutes?

The 'Most INT's in a first NFL start' quiz

The '2024-25 NFL interceptions leaders' quiz

The 'Longest NFL receptions of 2025' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / April 19

Cowboys may take a surprising approach to the 2026 NFL Draft

The Cowboys had one of the best offenses in the game last season, but their inability to get stops cost them a playoff spot.

Cowboys' Dak Prescott comments on offseason work amid George Pickens stalemate

Five teams that must nail the 2026 NFL Draft

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

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

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

Teams are finalizing their Big Boards with much of NFL free agency in the rearview mirror. There's a look at the least first-round mock draft as of April 8, 2026.

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay, Dane Brugler all link Ty Simpson with one team

Predraft visit fuels speculation regarding certain Cardinals move

Panthers may be hoping this offensive weapon falls to them in first round of NFL Draft

Jermod McCoy hit with massive injury red flag days before NFL Draft

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

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / April 19

Will Aaron Rodgers leave Steelers hanging again with draft approaching?

Aaron Rodgers' indecisiveness is once again impacting the Steelers.

Predicting landing spots for top QBs in 2026 NFL Draft

Steelers’ Alex Highsmith, Nick Herbig Seen As Trade Candidates; Highsmith Likelier To Be Dealt

Steelers Hosted WR Makai Lemon

The 'Most playoff starts by an NFL QB' quiz

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / April 19

Only one team makes sense for Carnell Tate

Tate's ability to dominate in contested-catch situations is second to none in this class, and so are his reliable hands.

Only one team makes sense for Jordyn Tyson

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

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

Dexter Lawrence News / Yardbarker / April 19

Bengals make win-now move with Dexter Lawrence trade

Bengals make win-now move with shortsighted Dexter Lawrence trade

With the 10th overall pick of the 2026 NFL Draft, the Cincinnati Bengals select New York Giants defensive tackle, Dexter Lawrence II.

Giants HC, GM seem to offer strong responses to reports about relationship

Ravens' Zay Flowers had big problem with Giants' John Harbaugh

Update emerges on if Giants could select Jeremiyah Love in NFL Draft

Dak Prescott comments on offseason work amid George Pickens stalemate

Native American group criticizes Commanders over new alternate logo

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 19

Predicting landing spots for top QBs in 2026 NFL Draft

Here are the top five quarterbacks in the 2026 NFL draft and their predicted landing spots.

2026 NFL Draft trades we want to see

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay, Dane Brugler all link Ty Simpson with one team

Ranking the top five SEC QBs drafted since 2015

How Fernando Mendoza is already like Raiders minority owner Tom Brady

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

Mendoza's brother establishing self as Georgia Tech starting QB

Washington Commanders News / Yardbarker / April 19

Native American group criticizes Commanders over new alternate logo: 'We are not your mascot'

The American Indian Affairs Commission criticized the Commanders' new alternate logo, which depicts a spear intertwined with their signature "W" on a helmet.

Would Commanders make blockbuster NFL Draft trade with Cowboys?

Ravens' Zay Flowers had big problem with Giants HC John Harbaugh

Harbaugh, Joe Schoen respond to rumors about their relationship

Clock is ticking on Bears to make stadium relocation decision

NFL reporter Crissy Froyd gets fired for post about Dianna Russini

NFL News / Yardbarker

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.

2026 NFL Draft: 25 prospects who are diamonds in the rough

2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

NFL Draft: Fernando Mendoza’s big issue among latest intel

Penn State's Drew Allar sends message to teams ahead of NFL Draft

NFL GM makes prediction about Giants, Caleb Downs draft rumors

Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / April 18

Packers release three players for one reason only

With the 2026 NFL Draft on the horizon, the Green Bay Packers made three roster moves on Friday.

Vikings legend Cris Carter has bad news for J.J. McCarthy

Vikings' J.J. McCarthy gets bad news ahead of potential battle with Kyler Murray

NFL reporter Crissy Froyd gets fired for post about Dianna Russini

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

The 'Active 140-yard, two TD catch games' quiz

Arizona State Sun Devils News / Yardbarker / April 18

Only one team makes sense for Jordyn Tyson

Tyson's draft stock may have taken a massive bump just days before the 2026 NFL Draft.

Only one team makes sense for Jeremiyah Love

2026 NFL Draft trades we want to see: Chiefs jump into top five, A.J. Brown finds a new home

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay, Dane Brugler all link Ty Simpson with one team

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

The 'Rookie receiving-leaders by NFL team' quiz

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The 'Stanley Cup Playoff hat-tricks' quiz

The 'Most NBA-debut points by NBA team' quiz

The 'Multiple 200 three-pointer seasons' quiz

The 'Most 25-PPG NBA seasons' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / April 18

Cowboys' Dak Prescott comments on offseason work amid George Pickens stalemate

Despite the stalemate, Prescott is putting in the work with his teammate while Pickens' agent handles the bargaining.

Cowboys' Stephen Jones has bad news for George Pickens

Would Commanders make blockbuster NFL Draft trade with Cowboys?

Dallas Cowboys mocked to make massive NFL Draft trade, but not with Cleveland Browns

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

The '2025 leading receiver by NFL team' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NFL tackle leaders by season' quiz

How many of the players to record the most solo sacks in each NFL season since 1994 can you name in six minutes?

New England Patriots News / Larry Brown Sports / April 17

NFL reporter gets fired for post about Dianna Russini

NFL reporter Crissy Froyd gets fired for post about Dianna Russini

Crissy Froyd is now out of a job after her post this week about fellow reporter Dianna Russini.

Defiant Russini speaks out, resigns in wake of Mike Vrabel scandal

Russini's resignation amid Vrabel saga adds more fuel to 'quid pro quo' fire

Former Patriots player has strong reaction to Vrabel, Russini controversy

What's next for insider Russini after resignation from The Athletic?

Cowboys mocked to make massive NFL Draft trade, but not with Browns

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 17

Will Anderson Jr. gives Myles Garrett ammo for pay raise

Texans' Will Anderson Jr. gives Browns' Myles Garrett ammo for pay raise amid trade rumors

Earlier this week, ESPN NFL insider Dan Graziano raised eyebrows when he said at the time that he thought it was "more likely that" Garrett "gets another contract bump from the Browns" this offseason than gets traded to an advertised Super Bowl contender. That supposed bump just got more expensive for either the Browns or a different club.

Vikings legend Cris Carter has bad news for J.J. McCarthy

McCarthy gets more bad news ahead of potential battle with Kyler Murray

Jacoby Brissett makes business decision amid Ty Simpson rumors

Zay Flowers reveals why Lamar Jackson usually skips voluntary workouts

Fernando Mendoza is already like Raiders minority owner Tom Brady

Defiant Dianna Russini speaks out after resigning in wake of Mike Vrabel scandal

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 18

Eagles legend Nick Foles says A.J. Brown wants this amid trade, Patriots rumors

A new story linking Brown with the New England Patriots seemingly pops up just about every day ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft. This one can be blamed on Eagles legend and Super Bowl LII Most Valuable Player Foles.

Eagles, Brown may have worked out an agreement amid trade rumors

Why 2026 NFL Draft may have no impact on Eagles' Brown plans

Do teams think Jets WR Garrett Wilson will be available before, during draft?

Giants' Dexter Lawrence II may not want to play for John Harbaugh

Cowboys mocked to make massive NFL Draft trade, but not with Browns

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Yardbarker / April 18

Only one team makes sense for Jeremiyah Love

Love is one of the most complete running back prospects we've seen in years.

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

NFL Draft trades we want to see: A.J. Brown finds a new home

Raiders could be hyped to see this Mendoza, MVP quarterback comparison

How Aaron Rodgers is impacting Steelers' Ty Simpson decision

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay, Dane Brugler all link Simpson with one team

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / April 17

Cowboys' Brandon Aubrey RFA deadline passes leaving him three options for 2026 season

Dallas Cowboys All-Pro kicker Brandon Aubrey is no longer a restricted free agent, with his deadline to negotiate with other teams officially ending.

Dallas Cowboys mocked to make massive NFL Draft trade, but not with Cleveland Browns

Vikings' J.J. McCarthy gets bad news ahead of potential battle with Kyler Murray

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

NFL reporter Crissy Froyd gets fired for post about Dianna Russini

The 'Leading rushers from the 2021 NFL season' quiz

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / April 18

J.J. McCarthy gets bad news ahead of battle with Kyler Murray

Vikings' J.J. McCarthy gets bad news ahead of potential battle with Kyler Murray

For a piece published on Thursday night, NFL reporter Charles Robinson of Yahoo Sports shared some bad news for McCarthy regarding the 23-year-old's short-term future.

Vikings legend Cris Carter has bad news for J.J. McCarthy

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

The 'CFB champion QB's since 1998' quiz

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / April 17

Cardinals' Jacoby Brissett makes business decision amid Ty Simpson rumors

On Friday, NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport shared an interesting update on the Cardinals' quarterback situation.

Cardinals seem to be leaving the door open for Ty Simpson to be their 2026 Week 1 starting quarterback

Will Cardinals make stunning Jeremiyah Love decision and gift Titans desired defensive star?

Predraft visit fuels speculation regarding certain Cardinals move

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

The 'QBs with multiple 2 rushing-TD games' quiz

Baltimore Ravens News / Yardbarker / April 17

Ravens' Zay Flowers reveals why Lamar Jackson usually skips voluntary workouts

Almost every year for the past five offseasons, Jackson's absence from voluntary workouts has generated plenty of buzz.

Ravens' Zay Flowers had big problem with Giants HC John Harbaugh

How Deshaun Watson, Dak Prescott may be impacting latest Lamar Jackson contract saga

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

The 'Last 4K-yard passer by NFL team' quiz

New York Giants News / Yardbarker / April 17

Harbaugh, Schoen seem to offer responses to reports about working relationship

Giants' John Harbaugh, Joe Schoen seem to offer strong responses to reports about working relationship

The two recently spoke with NFL insider Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated for a piece that suggests they are getting along swimmingly a few months into their working relationship.

Ravens' Zay Flowers had big problem with Giants HC John Harbaugh

Why Giants' Dexter Lawrence II may not want to play for John Harbaugh

Update emerges on if Giants could select Jeremiyah Love with fifth pick in NFL Draft

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

The 'NFL head coach wins leaders' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 17