What we're hearing ahead of Week 1: Latest buzz on the Cowboys, breakout candidates, playoff sleepers
Thu, 4 Sep 2025 09:22:35 ESTOur reporters have intel on the Micah Parsons trade, teams and players flying under the radar and coaching situations to watch -- plus Week 1 fantasy nuggets.
Eagles tried to trade for Parsons, sources say
Thu, 4 Sep 2025 08:52:51 ESTThe Eagles made a strong push to trade for Micah Parsons this summer, league sources told ESPN.
Reports: Koch family to buy 10% stake in Giants
Thu, 4 Sep 2025 08:52:51 ESTThe Koch family has agreed to purchase a 10% stake in the New York Giants, as first reported by Bloomberg on Wednesday.
49ers add $3M in incentives to WR Jennings' deal
Thu, 4 Sep 2025 08:52:51 ESTThe 49ers and Jauan Jennings have agreed to add $3 million in play-time incentives to his contract for this season.
Meyers says Raiders future unclear amid talks
Thu, 4 Sep 2025 08:52:51 ESTRaiders receiver Jakobi Meyers, who is in the final year of his deal, is unsure if a new contract will get done with the organizatiion: "We're gonna see how it plays out."
Rodgers downplays facing Jets: 'It's Week 1'
Thu, 4 Sep 2025 08:52:51 ESTAaron Rodgers deflected all questions about returning to MetLife Stadium to face the Jets in the Steelers' season opener Sunday.
Chargers expecting RB Harris to start vs. Chiefs
Thu, 4 Sep 2025 08:52:52 ESTChargers RB Najee Harris, who missed all of training camp due to an eye injury sustained in a fireworks mishap, is expected to start in Friday's opener vs. the Chiefs,
Sensing narrative shift, Burrow 'to put on a show'
Thu, 4 Sep 2025 08:52:51 ESTCINCINNATI -- In recent seasons, the Cincinnati Bengals were among those considered to be contenders to win the AFC. That might not be the case entering the 2025 season.
Tua on relationship with Tyreek: 'In a good spot'
Thu, 4 Sep 2025 08:52:51 ESTAny concerns about Tua Tagovailoa and Tyreek Hill's relationship off the field can officially be put to bed, according to the Dolphins quarterback.
🏈 Previewing the season: Bold predictions, more
Thu, 4 Sep 2025 08:52:51 ESTHere's everything you need to know ahead of the NFL regular season, including how teams rank before Week 1.
Rules changes for 2025: Hawk-Eye cameras, kickoffs, celebrations, OT and ... the tush push
Thu, 4 Sep 2025 09:05:10 ESTHere is everything fans need to know about NFL rules and points of emphasis for the 2025 season.
What will Saquon Barkley do for an Eagles encore?
Thu, 4 Sep 2025 09:32:22 EST2,000-yards? Check. Super Bowl ring? Check. What's next? Some of the greatest RBs of all time have an idea
'Let's get the gleam': Brian Schottenheimer carries legacy of his dad in Super Bowl chase
Thu, 4 Sep 2025 09:32:22 ESTThe Cowboys' coach expects to be emotional ahead of Thursday's game, as he thinks of his father, Marty.
Solak predicts this season's NFL stat leaders: Every player who could finish No. 1 in five categories
Thu, 4 Sep 2025 08:16:58 ESTWhich QBs could top the NFL in passing yards or INTs? Who could dominate rushing and receiving? And what about sack leader candidates on defense?
Can Pete Carroll really win right away with the Raiders?
Thu, 4 Sep 2025 07:26:51 ESTThe Raiders have high expectations as the Pete Carroll era begins. But can they navigate a difficult AFC West?
Bengals hope for radical improvement in early season results
Thu, 4 Sep 2025 07:26:51 ESTCincinnati has an NFL-worst one win over the past six seasons in Weeks 1 and 2. Zac Taylor hopes to rectify that.
14 teams that will make the NFL playoffs -- and six that will be left out: Barnwell’s preseason picks
Wed, 3 Sep 2025 19:30:17 ESTWhich teams from last season's playoffs will return? Who will be the surprises in the 14-team bracket? And who will win the Super Bowl?
'I'm going to be that person:' Eagles' A.J. Brown wants more for himself, and for others
Wed, 3 Sep 2025 06:00:00 ESTAll indications point to Brown being "hungrier than ever," as the Eagles begin to defend their title.
How the relationship between Micah Parsons and the Cowboys broke down
Thu, 4 Sep 2025 07:30:15 ESTThe disputed nature of a March meeting with Jerry Jones helped chart a course for his exit.
Bowen: The 11 biggest questions heading into fantasy Week 1
Wed, 3 Sep 2025 12:03:28 ESTHow the Bears' offense will look, TreVeyon Henderson's role and Travis Hunter's snap count are among the curiosities.
Draft Guide: Rankings, mock drafts and analysis
Wed, 3 Sep 2025 12:03:27 ESTYour one-stop shop as you prep for draft season, including rankings, projections and analysis.
What are the odds? Top 25 predicted anytime NFL TD scorers for Week 1
Thu, 4 Sep 2025 08:20:05 ESTMike Clay's reveals his top 25 predicted touchdown scorers for Week 1, comparing implied odds to ESPN BET's.
Three picks to make on your favorite team
Thu, 4 Sep 2025 08:20:05 ESTWill your team beat its projected win total? What props should you target? Here are bets we like for every team.
Ready for Week 1, the Browns are stocked with young talent, a reshaped QB room and an energized Myles Garrett
Wed, 3 Sep 2025 19:38:57 ESTCould Cleveland's "strategic pivot" lead to a bounce back from a disastrous 2024 season?
'He's not trying to be a celebrity': How Justin Fields differs from Aaron Rodgers
Wed, 3 Sep 2025 19:38:57 ESTAfter a failed two seasons with Aaron Rodgers running the show, New York changed course.
'I was just so proud': Josh Allen cried at end of Hailee Steinfeld's 'Sinners' performance
Wed, 3 Sep 2025 19:39:50 ESTAllen also recommended that people see the movie when asked about it in the spring and attended some events with his wife for the film.
Roger Goodell says Taylor Swift a 'maybe' for Super Bowl LX
Wed, 3 Sep 2025 19:39:50 ESTThe pop superstar, who is engaged to Travis Kelce, could serve as the headliner for the Super Bowl LX halftime show.
Lamar Jackson has increased the intensity in his pursuit of perfection
Wed, 3 Sep 2025 09:51:21 ESTJackson is only a few months removed from one of the best seasons by a quarterback in NFL history.