NFL 2026

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League June 26, 2026

Parents of Doug Martin allege excessive force in former NFL running back's death

A wrongful death lawsuit filed in federal court accuses Oakland police of restraining the former Buccaneers and Raiders back face down and contributing to his death last October. The city has declined to comment, citing pending litigation.

League June 26, 2026

Prosecutors to argue Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold should be held until trial

Florida prosecutors say Arnold should remain in custody without bail ahead of a pretrial detention hearing. He is charged, not convicted, and his attorney says he denies the allegations.

Draft June 26, 2026

NFL Sets 2027 Draft for Washington, D.C., With the National Mall as Its Backdrop

The league locked in April 29 to May 1, 2027, for a draft staged in front of the Capitol, returning the event to the nation's capital for the first time since 1941.

Contracts June 26, 2026

Cardinals Still Have Three Key Players With Unresolved Contracts

Receiver Michael Wilson, quarterback Jacoby Brissett and left tackle Paris Johnson Jr. all enter the summer break with their situations unsettled.

Team June 26, 2026

Riq Woolen is already turning heads in Philadelphia: 'One of the best secondary groups in the league'

The former Seahawks corner signed a one-year deal worth up to $15 million. Early in the offseason, the Eagles like what they see, and so does Vic Fangio.

Off Field June 26, 2026

Caleb Williams' bid to trademark 'Iceman' runs into a boot company

The Bears quarterback's application to trademark his nickname was initially refused after the patent office flagged a footwear brand that has owned the name since 1988.

Team June 26, 2026

Caleb Williams Says It's 'A Hell of a Lot More Fun' in Year 2 Under Ben Johnson

The Bears quarterback sounds like a different player this offseason, and the comfort he has found in Ben Johnson's system is exactly what Chicago hoped for.

Off Field June 26, 2026

Bears Sign On for Hallmark Christmas Movie 'Holiday Touchdown: A Bears Love Story'

Chicago becomes the third NFL franchise to star in Hallmark's holiday franchise, with filming set for this summer around the city.

Team June 24, 2026

Brandon Aiyuk says he'd sign with the Commanders 'tomorrow' if the 49ers cut him

A day after his 'Go Commanders' shout-out, Aiyuk named Washington directly and dared San Francisco to release him. Nothing has happened on the transaction front, but his campaign just got louder.

Draft June 24, 2026

NFL declines to hold a 2026 supplemental draft, leaving Brendan Sorsby without a pro path this year

The league passed on staging the process that was the quarterback's last route to the NFL in 2026, closing a saga that ran from an NCAA gambling case through a Texas courtroom.

Contracts June 24, 2026

Falcons sign Kyle Pitts to 3-year, $54 million extension, voiding the franchise tag

The deal carries $36 million fully guaranteed and an $18 million average, the third-highest at the position. The tag that bridged Atlanta and Pitts in the spring is now off the books.

League June 24, 2026

Jim Kelly Says He Suffered a Stroke and Is Feeling 'Good'

The Hall of Fame Bills quarterback, who has faced down cancer more than once, shared an update on his health and his familiar message of perseverance.

Contracts June 24, 2026

Jaguars Lock Up Brenton Strange on 3-Year Deal Worth Up to $48M

Jacksonville keeps its rising tight end off the market with $25 million guaranteed as the position cashes in across the league.

League June 23, 2026

Police Say Geno Smith Investigation Is Active After Battery Accusation

Davie, Florida police say a battery accusation against the Jets quarterback is being looked into by detectives. No arrest has been made and no charges have been filed.

Team June 23, 2026

Steelers Embrace Mike McCarthy in Their First Offseason Without Mike Tomlin

A franchise that knew only one head coach for 16 years is learning a new language, a new schedule and a new way of doing almost everything.

Team June 23, 2026

Penei Sewell wants to atone for a 'down year' as he slides to left tackle

A three-time first-team All-Pro, the Lions star says 2025 was far from his best ball. Now he is learning a new stance on the blind side.

Team June 23, 2026

DeForest Buckner opens up about the 'dark thoughts' he faced after neck surgery

The Colts defensive tackle missed seven of the final eight games of 2025 with a herniated disc in his neck. He says the hardest part of recovery was not the rehab but the quiet stretch when he wondered whether football was over.

Team June 23, 2026

Joe Burrow Says the 2026 Bengals Carry the Same Vibes as His LSU Title Team

The Cincinnati quarterback drew a parallel he had never made before, linking this year's roster to the 2019 LSU squad he led to a national championship.

Team June 23, 2026

Brandon Aiyuk shouts 'Go Commanders' as his 49ers limbo drags on

An Instagram post praising Washington reignited speculation about where the receiver lands next. But a social-media shout-out is not a trade request, and his situation in San Francisco remains stuck.

Team June 23, 2026

J.K. Dobbins wants to reward the Broncos and run them to a Super Bowl

Denver made re-signing Dobbins a priority. He returns from a foot injury with a two-year deal and one goal: stay on the field for all 17 games and power a win-now offense.

Team June 23, 2026

Tyler Shough Plans Saints Summer Retreat, Leans on Drew Brees for Advice

The second-year quarterback is funding a teammate workout trip from Oregon to San Diego and tapped a franchise legend to help pull it together.

Contracts June 21, 2026

Titans lock up Jeffery Simmons on 3-year, $105.8M extension

Tennessee commits $100 million guaranteed to its defensive anchor, keeping the four-time Pro Bowler in Nashville as the franchise builds around Cam Ward.

Draft June 21, 2026

Big 12 in No Rush to Drop Texas Tech Lawsuit Over Brendan Sorsby's Eligibility

The conference's federal suit seeking authority to punish the quarterback remains active as his NFL supplemental draft window opens, with questions still hanging over his pro future and possible legal fallout.

Team June 21, 2026

Shedeur Sanders is closing the gap in Cleveland's quarterback race

After a bumpy rookie year, the Browns' second-year passer has turned his footwork and processing into real progress, and Cleveland is no longer rushing to name a starter.