LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers lost Game 3 of their first-round series against the Minnesota Timberwolves, putting them down 2-1. While the Lakers will have the chance to even the series again in Game 4, LeBron James pointed out an aspect that could be a significant concern for the Lakers going forward. James...
Cam Ward’s introduction by the Tennessee Titans delivered an unexpected moment that electrified the room. The No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft arrived as the franchise’s newest quarterback. Before Ward could address the media, general manager Mike Borgonzi set the stage for a special moment. As the rookie approached the podium,...
NFL NationApr 25, 2025, 12:17 AM ET Close NFL Nation is made up of 32 team-specific reporters who cover the NFL year-round across ESPN.com, ESPN television shows, ESPN Radio, ESPN+ and social media platforms. It was established ahead of the 2013 season. The 2025 NFL draft began Thursday night in Green Bay, Wisconsin, with the...
The San Francisco 49ers kicked off their offseason program without one of their most important leaders on the field: George Kittle. Known for his dominance in both blocking and receiving, Kittle’s absence from Phase 1 of OTAs sparked immediate speculation. When a veteran of Kittle’s stature skips early offseason activities, it usually signals more than...
With the NFL Draft just hours away, speculation swirls around nearly every selection, except perhaps Cam Ward. While teams calculate their moves within the top five, attention has turned to the Las Vegas Raiders at the No. 6 position. Reports suggest they may be plotting an aggressive play for Boise State phenom Ashton Jeanty,...
Adam TeicherApr 23, 2025, 02:20 PM ET Close Adam Teicher has covered the Kansas City Chiefs for more than 30 seasons. He joined ESPN in 2013 for the launch of NFL Nation. In leading the Kansas City Chiefs‘ running backs and wide receivers through a passing camp in his home state of Texas, Patrick Mahomes...
The Los Angeles Lakers were up against the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 2, trying to bounce back after a rough Game 1 loss. Things seemed to be going well, until chaos broke out on the court. Confusion during an inbound play led to a heated moment, and head coach JJ Redick completely lost his cool....
The NFL Draft rumor mill is churning at full speed with just days remaining before teams make their selections. Among the rising stars generating serious buzz is Boise State phenom Ashton Jeanty, whose draft stock has skyrocketed as front offices finalize their boards and strategies. ESPN draft analyst Mel Kiper Jr. recently made waves...
Kevin SeifertApr 21, 2025, 03:03 PM ET Close Kevin Seifert is a staff writer who covers the Minnesota Vikings and the NFL at ESPN. Kevin has covered the NFL for over 20 years, joining ESPN in 2008. He was previously a beat reporter for the Minneapolis Star Tribune and Washington Times. He is a graduate...
Is Nikola Vučević still the answer at center for the Chicago Bulls — or just an expensive placeholder? With fan frustration building and the team stuck in neutral, the front office faces a significant decision on his $21.4 million future. What they do next could help define the Bulls’ direction for years to come. Possibilities...
The 2025 NFL Draft is just around the corner, and Tennessee Volunteers fans will have plenty to look forward to. Multiple Vols will walk their first steps as professionals, with guys like Omarr Norman-Lott, Dont’e Thornton Jr., James Pearce Jr., and Dylan Sampson looking like locks to be drafted. Notably, others expect DT Elijah...
Jeff LegwoldApr 20, 2025, 06:45 AM ET Close Jeff Legwold covers the Denver Broncos at ESPN. He has covered the Broncos for more than 20 years and also assists with NFL draft coverage, joining ESPN in 2013. He has been a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame Board of Selectors since 1999, too....