NFL

Deion rips 'foolish' reports on Shedeur draft prep

Deion Sanders says he was "hurt" by reports that his son Shedeur Sanders was unprepared during predraft meetings with NFL teams, but he also isn't buying the validity of them, either. ... Continue Reading

Diggs at Pats OTA after absence, viral boat video

Patriots receiver Stefon Diggs was present for the team's voluntary OTA on Monday after he was absent all last week and made headlines for a video on a boat that had head coach Mike Vrabel stressing the importance of good decision-making. ... Continue Reading

Lions Pro Bowl center Ragnow says he's retiring

Lions center Frank Ragnow, a four-time Pro Bowl selection, announced his retirement on social media Monday. ... Continue Reading

Falcons say Pitts dealing with undisclosed injury

Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts is dealing with an injury, head coach Raheem Morris said Monday before the team's second week of voluntary OTA practices. ... Continue Reading

Eagles RB Barkley leaps onto Madden 26 cover

Eagles running back Saquon Barkley and his legendary reverse hurdle will be featured on the cover of Madden NFL 26. ... Continue Reading

🔮 Fantasy football: Picking a winning team name

If you're seeking inspiration for naming your fantasy team, Liz Loza provides a blueprint. ... Continue Reading

Sources: 49ers finalizing deal for Eagles DE Huff

The 49ers and Eagles are working to finalize a trade that will send edge rusher Bryce Huff to San Francisco for a midround pick, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter. ... Continue Reading

Vikings sign GM Adofo-Mensah to extension

The Vikings have signed general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah to a multiyear contract extension, the team announced Friday. ... Continue Reading

Sources: Fins, Steelers talking trade for TE Smith

The Dolphins have engaged in trade discussions with the Steelers involving tight end Jonnu Smith, sources told ESPN. ... Continue Reading

Raiders OC Kelly, WR Meyers gush over QB Smith

The Las Vegas Raiders are in the second week of OTAs, and quarterback Geno Smith has already made a strong impression. ... Continue Reading

QB Fields believes he 'can be great' with Jets

Quarterback Justin Fields, who signed a 2-year, $40 million deal with the Jets in March, believes he "can be great" in New York, which will be his third team since being drafted in 2021. ... Continue Reading

Vrabel stresses decision-making amid Diggs video

The Patriots are aware of the video in which Stefon Diggs flashed an unidentified pink substance while surrounded by three women on a boat, coach Mike Vrabel said Wednesday. ... Continue Reading

Who has been on the Madden NFL cover? Players since 2000

Take in a blast from the past with this list of every cover athlete in the Madden NFL franchise from this millennium. ... Continue Reading

Team names: How to pick a winner

If you're seeking inspiration for naming your fantasy team, Liz Loza provides a blueprint. ... Continue Reading

Josh Allen ties knot with actress and singer Hailee Steinfeld

Allen and Steinfeld tied the knot on Saturday after a six-month engagement. ... Continue Reading