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Raiders Secure Mendoza at No. 1 in 2026 Mock Draft 4.0
sportsnfl16 hours ago

Raiders Secure Mendoza at No. 1 in 2026 Mock Draft 4.0

A penultimate 2026 NFL Draft first-round mock (4.0) projects the Raiders taking Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza at No. 1, with a wave of edge defenders and offensive linemen filling the top of the board. The picks flow through the top 32 with some surprises, including Jeremiyah Love landing with the Bengals at No. 10, Ty Simpson going to the Jets at No. 16, and Kadyn Proctor and other big tackles/guards sprinkled throughout. The piece notes the draft’s evolving chatter and hints at chaos ahead as the final mock drops the week of the draft.

via FantasyPros|
#2026-draft#edge-defender#mock-draft
Day 2 kicks off as 2026 NFL free agency still has 10 top targets
sportsnfl1 month ago

Day 2 kicks off as 2026 NFL free agency still has 10 top targets

CBS Sports lists the 10 remaining free agents entering Day 2 of the 2026 legal tampering period, led by Trey Hendrickson (DE) and Kyler Murray (QB), followed by Rasheed Walker (LT), Tariq Woolen (CB), Jauan Jennings (WR), Aaron Rodgers (QB), Braden Smith (RT), Romeo Doubs (WR), Nahshon Wright (CB) and Joey Bosa (DE), noting that while many headliners have signed, there is still significant value and potential bidding on a variety of positions.

via CBS Sports|
#2026-nfl#free-agency#nfl
Lions outline 2026 plan at the Combine: Petzing's fit, defense tweaks, OT depth, Joseph update, and Clark retirement
sportsnfl1 month ago

Lions outline 2026 plan at the Combine: Petzing's fit, defense tweaks, OT depth, Joseph update, and Clark retirement

At the NFL Scouting Combine, Detroit head coach Dan Campbell outlined five takeaways: Drew Petzing is a creative, versatile fit for the offense and is already working with Jared Goff; the defensive staff will tweak schemes as Campbell emphasizes tighter execution; left tackle depth is a priority if Taylor Decker retires and to prepare for injuries; Kerby Joseph's return from knee soreness is being carefully managed; and Mike Clark is retiring after 50 years, with Josh Schuler set to run the team's strength program.

via Detroit Lions|
#dan-campbell#detroit-lions#drew-petzing
Gutekunst maps a hopeful Packers offseason: Love’s health, depth building, and free-agent flexibility
sportsnfl2 months ago

Gutekunst maps a hopeful Packers offseason: Love’s health, depth building, and free-agent flexibility

Green Bay GM Brian Gutekunst provided a broad offseason update: Jordan Love finished the season largely healthy and avoided post-season surgery, delivering strong efficiency and a notable playoff outing; Micah Parsons’ arrival paid dividends in leadership and culture; Zach Tom is dealing with a knee injury that could require surgery but is expected to be ready for 2026; Tucker Kraft has an ACL tear with Gutekunst already discussing his future; Jordan Morgan’s versatility helped the reshaped line, while cornerback depth remains a focus after injuries to Hobbs, Melton and Hadden, with Nixon and Valentine stepping up and a Hobbs return possible. Gutekunst also said the Packers have room to be active in free agency as they shape the roster.

via Green Bay Packers – packers.com|
#green-bay-packers#gutekunst#injuries
Chiefs bring in two college assistants as quality-control coaches
sportsnfl2 months ago

Chiefs bring in two college assistants as quality-control coaches

The Kansas City Chiefs are hiring two college coaches as quality-control assistants: Nate Pagan from Villanova and C.J. Cox from Coastal Carolina, highlighting NFL teams' ongoing trend of tapping college staffers. Pagan helped develop Jaaron Hayek, who earned an offseason roster spot, while Cox brings defensive backs coaching experience and multiple Bill Walsh Fellowships, including stints with the Chiefs in past offseasons.

via Arrowhead Pride|
#chiefs#coaching-staff#college-coaches
Maye's clutch heroics push Patriots toward the Super Bowl as NFL awards swirl
sportsnfl2 months ago

Maye's clutch heroics push Patriots toward the Super Bowl as NFL awards swirl

An opinionated tour of NFL end-of-season awards: Drake Maye is the regular-season MVP front-runner after clutch performances in snow, while Myles Garrett posts a historic sacks total; rising stars Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Puka Nacua dazzle on offense; the piece also covers coach of the year Ben Johnson and includes humorous and controversial moments (play of the year and Rodgers’ on-field mishap).

via The Guardian|
#aaron-rodgers#drake-maye#jaxon-smith-njigba
Stidham under pressure: Can Broncos' backup spark a playoff push
sportsnfl2 months ago

Stidham under pressure: Can Broncos' backup spark a playoff push

The piece analyzes Broncos backup Jarrett Stidham, noting his solid size, arm strength, and mobility, along with smart reads and willingness to throw into tight windows. It weighs how his past Raiders work and a recent Chargers game inform his potential performance in the AFC Championship, emphasizing that protection, play design, and matchup advantages will largely determine whether he can lead a playoff run, with the note that Landry’s status is mentioned in the headline but not elaborated in the article.

via Boston Sports Journal|
#afc-championship#denver-broncos#jarrett-stidham
Blueprint for a Backup QB Super Bowl Run: Leadership, Trust, and a Steady System
sportsnfl2 months ago

Blueprint for a Backup QB Super Bowl Run: Leadership, Trust, and a Steady System

The article outlines a four-step blueprint for playoff success with a backup quarterback: (1) have a Hall of Fame‑caliber coach to guide the process, (2) earn locker-room trust, (3) keep the offense largely intact and tailor it to the backup’s strengths, and (4) avoid getting emotionally tied to the backup if the starter returns. Applied to Denver’s Jarrett Stidham stepping in for Bo Nix, it argues that while rare, a championship run is possible with strong leadership, respected teammates, and a stable game plan, citing past backups who reached or won the Super Bowl.

via The Ringer|
#backup-quarterback#denver-broncos#jarrett-stidham
Former Chiefs rally behind Bieniemy’s return to spark the offense
sportsnfl2 months ago

Former Chiefs rally behind Bieniemy’s return to spark the offense

Several former Chiefs players publicly back Eric Bieniemy’s return, arguing his value and past success as offensive coordinator could help Kansas City regain its high-octane offense; the digest also touches on other NFL coaching moves (Matt Nagy’s play-calling ambitions, Chargers’ reported OC hire Mike McDaniel) and ongoing quarterback discussions and Chiefs staff changes as the league shifts strategy.

via Arrowhead Pride|
#bieniemy#chiefs#coaching