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Texans sign Pro Bowl LB Azeez Al-Shaair to 3-year extension that'll keep him in Houston through 2029
Kristie Rieken, Associated Press | Posted May 1 - 6:00 p.m. | Save Story
Pro Bowl linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair will remain with the Houston Texans through the 2029 season after signing a three-year extension this week.
Broncos QB Bo Nix expected to be ready for training camp after right ankle cleanup, AP source says
Arnie Stapleton, Associated Press | Posted April 30 - 3:36 p.m. | Save Story
Bo Nix is still expected to be ready for training camp and the regular season following a cleanup procedure on his right ankle during a scheduled post-operative visit with his surgeon, a person with knowledge of the matter told The Associated Press.
George Pickens signs $27.3 million franchise tag with Cowboys, opening door for offseason work
The Associated Press | Posted April 29 - 4:40 p.m. | Save Story
Dallas Cowboys receiver George Pickens signed his $27.3 million franchise tag Wednesday, making it almost certain the Pro Bowler will show up for mandatory offseason work while the club remains adamant it has no plans to trade CeeDee Lamb's sidekick.
Broncos' 2-time Pro Bowl safety Justin Simmons retires after 32 interceptions in his 9-year career
The Associated Press | Posted April 29 - 11:37 a.m. | Save Story
Two-time Pro Bowl safety Justin Simmons has retired following a nine-year career, including eight seasons with the Denver Broncos.
Steelers place unrestricted free-agent tender on Aaron Rodgers
The Associated Press | Posted April 28 - 12:21 p.m. | Save Story
The Pittsburgh Steelers have left the door wide open for Aaron Rodgers to return.
A look at every pick in the 7 rounds of the 2026 NFL draft
KSL Sports | Updated April 25 - 11:33 p.m. | Save Story
The first round of the 2026 NFL draft has come and gone, with Indiana's Fernando Mendoza being selecting No. 1 overall to the Las Vegas Raiders.
Giants and Jets each got A-pluses in the AP's NFL draft early grades
Rob Maaddi, Associated Press | Updated April 25 - 9:55 p.m. | Save Story
From Fernando Mendoza to Red Murdock, 257 players were selected in the 2026 NFL draft.
2026 NFL Draft recap: Every player with local ties who got picked
KSL Sports | Updated April 25 - 7:49 p.m. | Save Story
Keep track of the day-three transactions as the 32 NFL teams wrap up the 2026 NFL Draft.
A 'hot pick' at No. 257: How the Broncos made Red Murdock this year's Mr. Irrelevant
Arnie Stapleton, Associated Press | Posted April 25 - 7:30 p.m. | Save Story
University or Buffalo linebacker Red Murdock was starting to wonder if he'd get drafted at all when the Denver Broncos made him "Mr. Irrelevant" as the 257th and final pick of the NFL draft on Saturday.
The NFL draft's trip to Pittsburgh ends with record crowds and a late emotional jolt
Will Graves, Associated Press | Updated April 25 - 5:38 p.m. | Save Story
Jermod McCoy's lengthy wait to hear his name called at the NFL draft came to a quick end on Saturday.
Carson Beck and Drew Allar make it 4 quarterbacks selected in the first 3 rounds of the NFL draft
Rob Maaddi, Associated Press | Updated April 24 - 9:46 p.m. | Save Story
Once considered a potential top pick, Carson Beck ended up becoming the first player selected in the third round of the NFL draft.
Kayden McDonald's long wait in the NFL draft green room ends with tears and a new job in Houston
Will Graves, Associated Press | Updated April 24 - 6:58 p.m. | Save Story
Kayden McDonald and Colton Hood spent three long hours in the green room inside Acrisure Stadium on Thursday night all dressed up with nowhere to go.
New Raiders QB Fernando Mendoza ready to prove he was worthy of No. 1 draft pick
Mark Anderson, Associated Press | Posted April 24 - 6:47 p.m. | Save Story
Fernando Mendoza sounded Friday like he was ready to get down to business and prove he was worthy of being the top pick in the NFL draft.
NFL draft in NIL era includes players taking a pay cut to go from college to the pros
Mark Long, Associated Press | Updated April 24 - 10:35 a.m. | Save Story
It might not take long to become a millionaire in the NFL. The minimum salary for a draft pick in 2026 will be $915,120. But some college stars entering the league will be taking pay cuts. With name, image and likeness payments on the rise in college and revenue sharing going into effect before the 2025 season, there are undoubtably players who will be drafted in the late rounds Saturday who topped the million-dollar mark last year and now will earn less in the pros. Eagles general manager Howie Roseman says the financial component makes evaluating a player's "passion and love of the game" more important than ever before.
Mike Vrabel says he takes accountability for distraction, doesn't address specifics
Kyle Hightower, Associated Press | Updated April 24 - 7:04 a.m. | Save Story
Patriots coach Mike Vrabel said he is taking accountability for actions that have created a distraction for New England without addressing specifics about photos published recently of him with longtime NFL reporter Dianna Russini at an Arizona resort.
QB Fernando Mendoza, edge rusher David Bailey, running back Jeremiyah Love go 1-2-3 in the NFL draft
Rob Maaddi, Associated Press | Posted April 23 - 11:41 p.m. | Save Story
Fernando Mendoza's journey from overlooked two-star recruit to the top of the NFL draft is complete after the Las Vegas Raiders took him with the first pick on Thursday night. Turning the Raiders into a contender is the next challenge for the Heisman Trophy winner who led Indiana to its first national championship. The 22-year-old quarterback wasn't in the Steel City for the festivities, choosing instead to celebrate with family and friends at home in Miami. Mendoza's selection was expected for months. The intrigue began at No. 2 with the New York Jets, who selected Texas Tech edge rusher David Bailey over Ohio State edge Arvell Reese. Arizona took Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love with the third pick.
Plenty of high-end talent available for NFL teams on Day 2 of draft after some early surprises
Arnie Stapleton, Associated Press | Posted April 23 - 10:57 p.m. | Save Story
A year after Shedeur Sanders' stunning fall from first-round hopeful to late-round draft pick, another perplexing passer was all the buzz at the NFL draft Thursday night.
George Pickens is planning to sign $27.3 million franchise tag with Cowboys, AP sources say
Schuyler Dixon, Associated Press | Updated April 23 - 10:29 p.m. | Save Story
Dallas Cowboys receiver George Pickens is planning to sign the $27.3 million franchise tag after the club declared it wouldn't negotiate a long-term contract this offseason, two people with knowledge of the decision said Thursday.
Jets take Texas Tech's Bailey, Oregon's Sadiq and Indiana's Cooper in busy 1st round
Dennis Waszak Jr., Associated Press | Updated April 23 - 9:49 p.m. | Save Story
David Bailey loves making quarterbacks miserable. Kenyon Sadiq thrives on catching passes and doling out bone-rattling blocks. Omar Cooper Jr. enjoys having the ball in his hands to make a play, wherever that might be on the field.
