This year’s NFL draft class isn’t nearly as deep as last year’s class, especially at the quarterback position, but there are two signal-callers who are very intriguing. Cam Ward from the University of Florida and Shedeur Sanders from the University of Colorado are universally considered the two best QB prospects this year and perhaps...
With 38 states, Washington, D.C. and Puerto Rico now offering legal sports betting, more Americans than ever are projected to bet on the biggest wagering event of the year. Legal American sportsbooks could take an estimated $1.39 billion in bets for Super Bowl LIX between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles, according to an...
Not so long ago, Carson Wentz looked poised to become the next NFL superstar. An injury cut short his MVP-caliber campaign, but his Philadelphia Eagles still managed to win their first Super Bowl in franchise history. Unfortunately for him, he couldn’t return to his previous form after recovering from that injury. He wasn’t the...
Adam TeicherFeb 4, 2025, 12:02 AM ET Close Covered Chiefs for 20 seasons for Kansas City Star Joined ESPN in 2013 NEW ORLEANS — Patrick Mahomes is preparing to play for the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX against the Philadelphia Eagles, but he’s also a Texas native and a fan of the Dallas...
Myles Garrett has been the anchor of the Cleveland Browns’ defense for nearly a decade. One of the most dominant forces in the NFL, he has terrorized opposing quarterbacks and built a résumé worthy of Hall of Fame discussions. But now, for the first time in his career, Garrett is making it clear — he...
The NFL coaching carousel continues to spin as Chip Kelly makes his return to the professional ranks after helping guide the Ohio State Buckeyes this past season as offensive coordinator. Kelly, who built his reputation through successful stints at Oregon and UCLA, along with NFL experience leading the Philadelphia Eagles and San Francisco 49ers,...
Stephen HolderJan 31, 2025, 02:15 PM ET Close Stephen joined ESPN in 2022, covering the Indianapolis Colts and NFL at large. Stephen finished first place in column writing in the 2015 Indiana Associated Press Media Editors competition, and he is a previous top-10 winner in explanatory journalism in the Associated Press Sports Editors national contest....
Tee Higgins is set to hit free agency and is expected to be the most coveted free agent in the offseason. The Cincinnati Bengals used the franchise tag on him a year ago, but it’s unlikely they’ll do so again. Since the Bengals also have to offer an extension that could be around the $40...
There are several very good or even great quarterbacks in the NFL who, for whatever reason, don’t get the credit or the publicity they perhaps deserve. Despite his team’s success over the last few years and the opportunity it now has, Jalen Hurts of the Philadelphia Eagles could be considered as part of that...
Rich CiminiJan 31, 2025, 04:04 PM ET Close Rich Cimini is a staff writer who covers the New York Jets and the NFL at ESPN. Rich has covered the Jets for over 30 years, joining ESPN in 2010. Rich also hosts the Flight Deck podcast. He previously was a beat writer for the New York...
Ryan Day is at the pinnacle of success, enjoying his CFP national championship glory. The Ohio State Buckeyes head coach won his maiden title in 2025 after a terrific win (34-23) over the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Georgia. There have been multiple reports of him drawing interest from NFL circles for multiple...
The San Francisco 49ers had a nightmare season in 2024, but now that it’s over, there is a bit of optimism that they will return as legitimate Super Bowl contenders in 2025. They have brought back Robert Saleh to be their defensive coordinator, and they will have some decisions to make with some of...