NFL Draft 2024: Top 10 tight ends, from Brock Bowers to Tanner McLachlan

Brock Bowers is the prized tight end in the 2024 NFL Draft class, but there are plenty of solid, versatile options available from Rounds 1 through 7. Here's breaking down the top 10.

NFL Draft 2024: Top 10 wide receivers, from Marvin Harrison Jr. to Xavier Legette

The 2024 NFL Draft class is loaded at wide receiver with elite talent and top-flight depth. Here's breaking down the best prospects who separate from the rest.

2024 NFL mock draft with trades: Vikings move up for Jayden Daniels

In Sporting News' lone first-round mock draft for 2024 that incorporates trades, the Vikings follow through on their potential blockbuster QB move.

Complete 7-round 2024 NFL Mock Draft

The Sporting News' latest 2024 NFL mock draft spans a complete seven rounds. From the projected No. 1 selection, Caleb Williams to the Bears, down to Mr. Irrelevant to the Jets, we cover all 257 picks.

NFL Draft big board of top 200 players

The NFL pre-draft process is nearing its end ahead of the first round kicking off on April 27. Here's an updated look at the top prospects in 2024, from top-10 picks to Day 3 fliers.

Caleb Williams pro day takeaways: USC QB impresses in official pre-draft workout

Williams reminded everyone why he's the consensus No. 1 overall pick for the Bears in April's NFL Draft.

Best available free agents at every position

NFL free agency 2024 has already gone through the first few waves, but there are plenty of solid veterans still available on the open market. SN's Vinnie Iyer breaks down the best at every position.

Ranking the NFL's top 75 free agents available in 2024

Sporting News breaks down the 75 best unrestricted free agents ahead of 2024 NFL free agency, topped by Chiefs stud defensive lineman Chris Jones.

Post-free agency NFL mock draft

A crazy early run of NFL free agency has reshuffled the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft. Here are the latest updated projections.

Ranking and grading the offseason's QB moves

From the Steelers getting twice as nice by landing Russell Wilson and Justin Fields to the Seahawks' weird deal for Sam Howell, here's the best and worst of NFL QB movement in the 2024 offseason.

NFL free agency grades 2024: Live analysis of every key free agent signing and trade

Here's breaking down all the notable early offseason moves by NFL teams in 2024, including free-agent signings and significant trades.

NFL power rankings: Post-free agency edition

With NFL free agency changing the offseason outlook for many teams in 2024, here's an updated look at how all 32 stack up against each other ahead of April's draft.

Tracking all NFL QB signings after Kirk Cousins Justin Fields change teams

The NFL's quarterback carousel is once again off and spinning in the 2024 offseason. Here's catching you up on the starters and backups so far for every team, including projected draft picks.

NFL free agency grades 2024: Ranking signings, trades for all 32 teams

How did your team do in the early portion of free agency to kick off the 2024 NFL offseason? Here's grading every team based on how they spent or saved their money on free agents, including those who used some resources on trades.

Grading the Steelers' Justin Fields trade

The Steelers end up still trading for quarterback Justin Fields, too, despite signing Russell Wilson to a dirt-cheap deal. The latest QB move will cost them even less.

Kenny Pickett trade grades

The Steelers are going full speed ahead with Russell Wilson as their starting quarterback as they dealt 2022 first-rounder Kenny Pickett across the Keystone State to the Eagles.

NFL free agency winners & losers: Steelers, Packers, & Falcons lead the way

Which teams did well in 2024 NFL free agency with their spending and personnel decisions? Which teams struggled to get better with their moves or lack thereof? Here's separating who sprang into March and who got stomped by the open market.

Bo Nix pro day takeaways: Oregon QB lives up to first-round billing

Bo Nix went back to Oregon's campus in Eugene to work out again for NFL talent evaluators. Here's how he added to his fine performance at the NFL Combine, bringing his first-round status more into focus.

The fallout from Kirk Cousins signing with the Falcons

The Falcons' signing of Kirk Cousins has ripple effects for not just the Vikings' passing game but also the QB carousel in the 2024 NFL offseason.

Ranking NFL free agency's running back moves

The NFL running back market came back with a vengeance thanks to the law of supply and demand working in the veterans' favor, but some early 2024 free agent RB signings were a lot smarter than others. SN NFL writer Vinnie Iyer breaks down the best and worst.

J.J. McCarthy, Bo Nix among those with new landing spots in SN's post-combine mock draft

With some players boosted or hurt by last week's NFL Combine, here's looking at the latest updated projections for the first round of the 2024 NFL draft.

NFL free agency predictions 2024: Will Baker Mayfield, Christian Wilkins, & others find new homes?

Some of the best available veterans in 2024 unrestricted free agency could find new homes soon. Here's predicting who will re-sign with their current teams and who will land elsewhere.

NFL free agency defensive player rankings: Christian Wilkins, Danielle Hunter lead the way

There is a lot of defensive help available to teams in unrestricted free agency. Here's looking at the biggest impact player on the open market in 2024.

NFL free agency WR rankings: Brown, Ridley lead the way

The NFL free agent wide receivers are once again hurt by a strong draft class in 2024, but there are still all types of available veterans who can help a variety of teams.

NFL free agency RB rankings: Barkley, Jacobs lead loaded class

With a relatively weak running back draft class in 2024, there should be a lot more interest in the big-name rushers available in free agency. Here's a look at the best free agents.

NFL free agency QB rankings: Cousins, Mayfield lead the way

There are just three starting quarterbacks from last season on the free agent market, but there are once again plenty of bridge and backup options for teams to consider. Here's looking at the best available unsigned QBs.

NFL Combine takeaways: Caleb Williams still No. 1, Dallas Turner leads defensive players

With another NFL Combine in the books, SN's Vinnie Iyer looks back at the biggest takeaways ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft.

NFL Draft big board of top 125 players

With the Combine here to stamp the latest pre-draft process, here's an updated look at the top 125 overall prospects for the 2024 NFL Draft and the best players available by position.

Grading QBs at the 2024 NFL Combine

How did the quarterback prospects who decided to throw at the 2024 NFL Combine fare? Here's a ranking of all of them, from best to worst.

NFL Mock Draft 2024, 2-round edition: Projecting Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels, Michael Penix and other QBs before Combine

In Sporting News' latest 2024 NFL mock draft, the projections are expanded to two rounds. See who is best suited to go where based on talent and needs ahead of combine workouts.

Justin Fields rumors: To trade or not to trade?

The Bears are expected to trade quarterback Justin Fields and draft Caleb Williams No. 1 overall to replace him, but here's looking at whether that's their best offseason option.

Best free-agency fits for high-profile NFL RBs

Several high-profile running backs are on the free-agent market in 2024. Here's looking at the best potential fits for Saquon Barkley, Josh Jacobs, Derrick Henry, Tony Pollard, and Austin Ekeler.

8 NFL players most likely to be traded in 2024 offseason

The NFL hot stove is on fire with trade rumors swirling around several big-name players. Here's looking at the top 10 candidates to be dealt in the 2024 offseason.

Can the Chiefs three-peat? The odds are better than you think

The Chiefs became the first NFL team in 19 season to win back-to-back Super Bowls. Here's why they are well positioned to do what the previous eight repeat champions didn't do and take home a third consecutive ring.

'We're in the Michael Jordan era': Why comparing Patrick Mahomes to NBA's GOAT makes sense

Patrick Mahomes already has been compared to Tom Brady among NFL quarterbacks, but here's why pundits are jumping across sports to look at Mahomes more like the Michael Jordan of this sports era.

NFL power rankings 2024: Jets, Bears, Chargers make big leaps; Steelers, Broncos crash in way-too-early projections

With Super Bowl 58 set to be done, how do all 32 teams in the NFL stack up against each other going into the 2024 NFL offseason? Here's the initial breakdown as the race for Super Bowl 59 begins now.

How Patrick Mahomes, Chiefs won Super Bowl 58

Patrick Mahomes led the Chiefs to a rare Super Bowl repeat with a game-winning overtime drive for the ages, ending a comeback vs. the 49ers with a bang in Super Bowl 58.

Brock Purdy, Nick Bosa, Christian McCaffrey & more: 49ers' 5 biggest 2024 NFL offseason questions to avoid Super Bowl hangover

The 49ers don't have too many issues preventing a return run to Super Bowl 59 after playing the Chiefs again in Super Bowl 58, but here's looking at the most immediate concerns for San Francisco to shore up its chances for the 2024 offseason.

Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, Chris Jones & more: Chiefs' 5 biggest 2024 NFL offseason questions after Super Bowl repeat

With the dust settling from their repeat victory in Super Bowl 58, the Chiefs need to consider some key concerns toward them remaining strong NFL championship contenders in 2024 as they go for three in a row. Here's taking a look ahead to a critical offseason for Kansas City.

NFL Mock Draft 2024: Bears, Commanders, Broncos get on QB run; 49ers, Chiefs also upgrade offense

Here's looking at the latest first-round projections for the 2024 draft, expanding back to a full 32 picks including the 49ers and Chiefs from Super Bowl 58.

Brock Purdy proved he belonged — again — in Super Bowl 58

Brock Purdy faced a major challenge in Super Bowl 58, trying to both solve a tough Chiefs pass defense and outduel Patrick Mahomes. Short of winning the game in OT, he quieted a few more of his critics with his gritty performance.

Mistake-filled first half forces Chiefs to come back from double-digits — again

Here's breaking down how Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs dug themselves a familiar 10-point deficit in the first half of Super Bowl 58, mostly due to self-inflicted wounds.

Joe Thuney leads list of Super Bowl 58 inactives

The Chiefs will be without the services of All-Pro guard Joe Thuney against the 49ers in Super Bowl 58.

Chris Jones contract projection

Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones is the best pending free agent for the 2024 NFL offseason. Here's looking at what his next big contract could look like, either with Kansas City or another team.

How Travis Kelce's stats add up to GOAT

in four seasons, here's looking back at how Travis Kelce went from a Chiefs perennial Pro Bowl tight end to an all-time receiving great and the NFL's GOAT tight end.

Myth-busting the 49ers-Chiefs Super Bowl 58 matchup

With two weeks to talk about the biggest game of the NFL season, plenty of storylines and narratives will form -- not all of them true. SN's Vinnie Iyer busts some myths about Brock Purdy, Taylor Swift, and the Chiefs' pass rush ahead of Super Bowl 58.

Super Bowl 58 ATS pick, prediction

The Chiefs came back to beat the 49ers in Super Bowl 54. A lot has changed for Kansas City since then, but with Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, Chris Jones, and Andy Reid still on its side, here's why it will produce a similar winning result four years later.

Kelce's career by the numbers: How he compares to other great TEs

Travis Kelce has a strong and maybe open-and-shut case to go down as the best tight end in NFL history, but here's taking a look at how just special his Canton-bound career is.

Inside the Super Bowl 58 rosters for 49ers, Chiefs

When the 49ers and Chiefs meet in Super Bowl 58, it will be a rematch of the matchup from just four years ago. Here's look at how the teams have changed personnel-wise since Super Bowl 54.

NFL Draft prospects 2024: Senior Bowl risers and fallers

The week of Senior Bowl practices in Mobile, Ala., put a lot of future NFL hopefuls on display as college stars transitioned to full-ion pro prospects. Here's looking at who fared best to improve their draft stock for late April and who didn't.

NFL awards: Lions, Dolphins clean up in voting for Sporting News’ 2023 honors

Before the "other" NFL honors are revealed, find out who won Sporting News' major individual awards for the 2023 regular season, exclusively based on voting from their playing, coaching, and front-office peers.

Why didn't Bill Belichick get hired again?

Bill Belichick has a case to be the NFL's greatest coach of all time, but after his firing from the Patriots, it was strange for the 71-year-old not to got a new job in a busy hiring cycle. Here's a few reasons why that was the case.

Ranking NFL's 8 new head coaches in 2024: Chargers' Jim Harbaugh hire a home run; Patriots, Commanders rate worst

The Chargers crushed this NFL head coach hiring cycle by convincing Jim Harbaugh to return the league after winning a national title at Michigan, but how do the seven other new hires stack up against him?

Why Puka Nacua won SN's NFL Rookie of the Year over C.J. Stroud

Puka Nacua was the clear players' choice in Sporting News' 2023 NFL Rookie of the Year voting. Here's why they made the right call picking the Rams' wide receiver over Texans' quarterback C.J. Stroud.

Sporting News' NFL All-Pro Team 2023

Here's a look at the 26 players who make up Sporting News' 2023 NFL All-Pro Team, as voted on by NFL head coaches.

NFL Mock Draft 2024: Chargers beef up for Jim Harbaugh; Lions, Ravens fill needs on defense

Here's looking at the latest first-round projections for the 2024 draft with picks No. 1 through No. 30 overall set from the results of the conference championship games going into Senior Bowl week and Super Bowl 58.

Travis Kelce stats: Chiefs' TE sets playoff record, lifts KC to another Super Bowl

Travis Kelce ended a terrific AFC playoff run by dominating the Ravens in every way an elite, future Hall-of-Fame tight end can.

Projecting Brock Purdy's next 49ers contract

Brock Purdy, as the seventh-round and final overall pick of the 2022 NFL Draft, is the best QB bargain in the NFL. Here's looking at how much San Francisco should expect to pay him on his next contract.

NFL Mock Draft 2024: Bills land WR help for Josh Allen; Packers protect Jordan Love with O-line addition

Here's looking at the latest first-round projections for the 2024 draft with picks No. 1 through No. 28 overall set from the results of the divisional playoffs going into conference championship weekend.

What's next for Bills after another postseason loss to the Chiefs?

Once again, the Bills fell short of winning the AFC Championship and getting to the Super Bowl because they were denied by the Chiefs, this time in Buffalo. That leads to a long offseason filled with several concerns for the Bills' front office.

Brock Purdy silences critics during comeback win vs. Packers

Brock Purdy heard it from all of his doubters after a rough passing night for much of the 49ers' rainy divisional playoff game against the Packers. That is, until he left no doubt about the winning outcome with a game-winning fourth-quarter drive.

What's next for Eagles after wild-card loss?

The Eagles had a late-onset Super Bowl 57 runner-up hangover as they lost their final three games to go from repeating as NFC East champions to being routed as a wild-card team in Tampa Bay. Here's an early look at a potentially rocky offseason ahead for Philadelphia.

NFL MVP power rankings 2023: Week 16

Who's the NFL MVP front-runner and who is the best bet among the current odds to win the league's most coveted individual award? Here's a look at the favorites and the entire field entering Week 16.

Breaking down the NFC South playoff picture

Tampa Bay is in the driver's seat, leading the NFC South while looking for a third consecutive division title. Here's looking at whether the Buccaneers can keep first place over the final three weeks of the 2023 NFL season.

What Frank Reich's firing means for Bryce Young, Panthers' QB future

The poor quarterback play of rookie first overall pick Bryce Young was a big factor in the Panthers firing coach Frank Reich after only 11 games. Here's what that means for Young's future in Carolina — or elsewhere.

NFL power rankings: Cowboys, Ravens rise; Lions, Browns drop thanks to revived Broncos, Packers for Week 13

How do all 32 teams in the NFL stack up against each other after Week 12 of the 2023 NFL season? Sporting News breaks it down with an updated look at the risers, fallers and status quo clubs.

Updated NFL standings, playoff picture after Week 10

Here's a look at the updated playoff picture after Week 10 of the 2023 NFL season, including all the current postseason seed positions and the contenders on the outside looking in.

Chase Young trade grades

How did Super Bowl-contending San Francisco do in acquiring promising young edge pass rusher Chase Young from selling Washington? Here's breaking down the 49ers' latest trade deadline gold.

NFL trade deadline winners and losers: 49ers, Bears score on D; Davante Adams gets stuck

What players and teams benefited either the most or the least with the midseason trades made before the 4 p.m. ET Halloween deadline in 2023? Here's handing out the tricks and treats.

Early QB rankings for 2024 NFL Draft: Where do Shedeur, Leonard fit?

Although Caleb Williams remains the consensus No. 1 overall draft pick as the top quarterback prospect in the 2024 NFL Draft, next year's class is wide open behind him. Here's a look at who's rising in an interesting fine nine.

Jets outlook without Aaron Rodgers: Breaking down 2023 AFC playoff chances with Zach Wilson

The Jets were able to recover from Aaron Rodgers' devastating Achilles injury early in Week 1 to come back and beat the Bills in overtime, but are they headed from 1-0 to another disappointing season? Here is New York's Rodgers-less outlook.

NFL Week 1 overreactions: 49ers unstoppable, Steelers stink

What's for real and what's just overblown from what happened in the games of Week 1 around the NFL to open the 2023 season? The Sporting News seperates fact from hype.

NFL power rankings: Chiefs start on top; Jets jump Bills; Lions, Jaguars ride hype into Week 1

Here's how 32 teams stack up against each other going into the regular-season opening games of NFL Week 1 in 2023.

Notable NFL cuts 2023: Colt McCoy, Bailey Zappe and the biggest cuts around the league

These were the most recognizable players who were released from NFL rosters on Tuesday's 53-man cutdown day for 2023.

Why did the Cowboys trade for Trey Lance?

The Cowboys weren't the favorites to make a late preseason trade for 49ers quarterback Trey Lance, but they had some good reason to add him to their QB room.

Should the 49ers trade Trey Lance?

Are the 49ers better off trading or keeping Trey Lance? Here's weighing the decisions San Francisco can make with its struggling third-year QB.

NFL preseason Week 1 takeaways & overreactions

There were some red-hot takeaways from the opening action of the 2023 NFL preseason. Here's making sense of Week 1, from starting quarterbacks new, young and old to a much-hyped defense going into the regular season.

Grading 2023 NFL rookie QB preseason debuts

How did first-rounder Bryce Young, C.J. Stroud and Anthony Richardson do in their NFL preseason debuts? The Sporting News breaks down that trio and all the other rookies who saw their initial QB action over the weekend.

Breaking down Bryce Young's NFL debut

Young lived up to the Panthers' immediate expectations as a franchise QB. After just one game of NFL preseason action, here's why they can already feel great about the decision to aggressively trade up to draft him No. 1 overall.

Grading C.J. Stroud's NFL debut

How did Texans rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud do in his NFL preseason debut? Here's breaking down the first action for the No. 2 overall pick in the 2023 draft.

NFL power rankings: Jets, Lions, Ravens hype is real; Chargers, Saints face questions to start preseason

With Week 1 of the 2023 NFL preseason schedule about to kick off, Sporting News once again checks in on how all 32 teams stack up against each other coming out of early training camp.

Why RBs under franchise tags aren't underpaid

Here's why, in the short term, Barkley, Jacobs and Pollard aren't underpaid at their position.

'Quarterback' review: Patrick Mahomes not the only star of Peyton Manning doc series

"Quarterback," the latest documentary series from Peyton Manning's Omaha Productions, is worth watching just for the Chiefs quarterback, but two lesser QBs often steal the show.

The NFL's highest-paid running backs in 2023 salary, guaranteed money and total contract value

Who are the highest-paid running backs in the NFL? Here's breaking down the list by different parameters, with the 49ers' Christian McCaffrey setting the pace for active players.

Best free agent fits for Dalvin Cook, Ezekiel Elliott & more

With his release from the Vikings, Dalvin Cook is the latest running back be thrown into the pool of big-name running backs still available as NFL free agents. Sporting News breaks down the ideal landing spots for him, Ezekiel Elliott and the rest.

NFL offseason grades: All 32 teams ranked from most improved (Steelers) to least (Rams)

The NFL offseason was more fruitful in terms of personnel upgrades for some teams, less so for others. Here's a look at the best and worst of roster management in free agency and the draft before 2023 training camps.

Ranking the NFL's best current players by jersey number, 0-99

Who are the best players in the NFL when it comes to picking one for each available jersey number, from 0-99?

Best NFL free agents still available at each position

Most of the NFL's best agents have found new or familiar homes before the heart of the 2023 offseason program, but there are still several notable veterans available on the open market who can help teams in different ways, including a recently released Cardinals wide receiver.

Jim Brown on Jim Brown, as told to TSN

What did Jim Brown say almost a quarter-century ago about being ranked No. 1 by The Sporting News in the book "Football's 100 Greatest Players?" The late Browns legend was humbled by the selection.

Chiefs' home-field advantage, Jaguars' British fortnight & more weird quirks on 2023 NFL schedule

With every regular-season NFL schedule, there are twists and turns that make it a wild ride from September through January. 2023 is no different,

NFL schedule 2023 winners & losers: Chiefs, 49ers, Lions get big breaks; Jets, Raiders stuck with bad slates

The NFL schedule isn't created equal for all 32 teams based on which opponents they're playing and when they're playing them. Here's breaking down the best and worst slates, topped by the Super Bowl 57 champions and two NFC contenders.

What to know about the Buccaneers' 2023 schedule

Here's a complete breakdown of the Buccaneers' NFL schedule in 2023, the first in four seasons without Tom Brady as their starting quarterback.

Titans schedule 2023: Dates & times for all 17 games, strength of schedule, final record prediction

Here's a look at all the teams the Titans will face on their 2023 NFL schedule as Tennessee is a team in major transition in the AFC South.

What to know about the Jaguars' 2023 schedule

Here is a look at the Jaguars' NFL schedule for 2023, following up on their AFC South division-winning breakout last season.

Colts schedule 2023: Dates & times for all 17 games, strength of schedule, final record prediction

Here's a look at the teams the Colts will face on their 2023 NFL schedule as they work to break in rookie first-round quarterback Anthony Richardson.

Best games on 2023 NFL schedule by team

What are the most compelling matchups for all 32 teams in the NFL based on their 2023 opponents? Here's ranking them all, starting with a Super Bowl rematch, twice.

Ranking all 16 NFC QBs, from best to worst

With Tom Brady retiring and Aaron Rodgers being traded, the NFC quarterback landscape has changed again for 2023.

NFL Draft grades 2023: All 32 draft classes ranked from best (Steelers) to worst (Jets)

The Sporting News' grades are in for the 2023 NFL Draft with all 259 picks in the books. Here are the best and worst classes, from the Steelers, Eagles and Colts as heads of the class to the Jets and Cardinals flunking out.

NFL power rankings: Steelers, Seahawks rise while Patriots, Raiders drop after 2023 draft; Ravens recover with Lamar Jackson

With the results of the 2023 NFL Draft rounding out the offseason moves, The Sporting News' Vinnie Iyer offers up his third offseason ranking of all 32 teams.

Way-too-early 2024 NFL mock draft

In Sporting News' first way-too-early first-round mock for the 2024 NFL Draft, the quarterbacks are back on the marquee, led by USC's Caleb Williams and North Carolina's Drake Maye, but watch for Ohio State wide receiver Marvin Harrison to threaten to go No. 1 overall, too.

Early 2023 fantasy football rookie rankings

Now that the 2023 NFL Draft is in the books, which offensive skill rookies should be highest on your radar ahead of fantasy football drafts? Here's an early look at a strong class, topped by a clear No. 1 in our rankings, Bijan Robinson.

10 worst overreactions to 2023 NFL Draft: Will Levis is a bust, Packers & Patriots win, 49ers & Lions lose and more

What are the biggest misconceptions about the 2023 NFL Draft results? Here were the worst overreactions, from questioning teams' good picks and praising other more questionable selections.

Complete grades & analysis for every 2023 NFL Draft pick in Rounds 1-3

The Sporting News' Vinnie Iyer handed out live grades for each pick during the first, second and third rounds of the 2023 NFL Draft.

The 21 best late-round steals in the 2023 NFL Draft, including picks by Steelers, Eagles, Patriots

Which teams made some great value selections in the fourth through seventh rounds on Day 3 of the 2023 NFL Draft? Here were the potential sleeper stars based on talent and scheme fits.

D'Andre Swift trade grades: Lions better with Jahmyr Gibbs; Eagles add to durability issues

How did the Eagles and Lions fare with the trade of running back D'Andre Swift during Day 3 of the 2023 NFL Draft? The Sporting News breaks down the deal as both teams overhaul their backfields.

Mock draft 2023 for Rounds 2-3: Will Levis, Hendon Hooker land, Steelers nab Joey Porter Jr.

The first round of the 2023 NFL Draft is in the books, but plenty of good talent is available among the Day 2 prospects. Here's projecting how the second and third rounds might play out.

Get to know new Titans O-lineman Peter Skoronski

What kind of player are the Titans getting in Peter Skoronski, their first-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft? The Sporting News has a breakdown and a Q&A with Tennessee's new pass protector.

NFL Mock Draft 2023: Complete 7-round edition gives Colts, Buccaneers, Lions new QBs after C.J. Stroud, Bryce Young

The Sporting News' latest NFL mock draft for 2023 spans a complete seven rounds, covering all 259 picks from the projected No. 1 overall selection, C.J. Stroud to the Panthers, down to Mr. Irrelevant to the Texans.

NFL Mock Draft 2023: C.J. Stroud slides out of top 10; Packers go WR with Aaron Rodgers pick in final 3-round projections

In The Sporting News' Vinnie Iyer's last three-round mock for the 2023 NFL Draft, there are few more shakeups in predicting how all the picks might play out for real, including a major slip for one of the top QBs.

NFL Draft prospects 2023: Final big board of top 200 players overall, position rankings

The Sporting News' list of the top 200 NFL prospects and rankings by position is updated to reflect the latest developments in the days before the 2023 draft.

Jets mock draft 2023: Five ideal picks to make most of Aaron Rodgers trade

Now that the Jets have solved quarterback in the short term with a major upgrade from Aaron Rodgers, here's what they need to do in the 2023 NFL Draft to finish become true AFC title contenders.

Aaron Rodgers trade grades: Jets jump into AFC title contention; Packers usher in Jordan Love era

Aaron Rodgers' trade to the Jets is finally done following weeks of NFL offseason drama and on-again, off-again trade negotiations. The Sporting News hands out grades for both the Jets and Packers going into the 2023 NFL Draft.

NFL Draft prospects 2023: Ranking the top 10 quarterbacks

The 2023 QB class should have four first-round picks, including three for sure in the top-five overall selections, but there also are some intriguing developmental sleepers to consider through the seventh round.

NFL Draft prospects 2023: The top 10 tight ends

The 2023 tight end class is loaded with starting-caliber talent as teams across the league can find fine receiving and blocking help from the position, starting with Notre Dame's Michael Mayer and Utah's Dalton Kincaid early.

NFL Draft prospects 2023: The top 10 edge pass rushers

The 2023 class for edge pass rushers is loaded at the top, from Alabama's dominant all-around Will Anderson to Texas Tech's explosive Tyree Wilson. But there are also good values throughout the NFL Draft as a one of its deepest positions.

How Jalen Hurts' record Eagles contract impacts Joe Burrow's looming deal with Bengals

Jalen Hurts became the highest-paid NFL quarterback and player overall in terms of annual salary with the five-year, $255 million deal he signed with Philadelphia, but that status likely won't last long with Joe Burrow needing an extension in Cincinnati.

NFL mock draft 2023 with trades: Ravens, Lions, Bills help shake up first round

When factoring six potential big trades into the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft, none are bigger than the Ravens dealing Lamar Jackson for an extra first-rounder and the Lions giving up later picks for the upside of Anthony Richardson. Plus, the Bills can get aggressive to land the second running back off the board.

NFL Draft prospects 2023: Updated big board of top 140 players overall, position rankings

Sporting News' list of the top 140 prospects and ranking the best players across positions is updated to reflect the latest developments from pro days a month before the 2023 draft.

NFL Draft risers and fallers: Anthony Richardson, Jalen Carter among biggest 2023 pro days winners, losers

With the big pro day workouts done ahead of the 2023 NFL Draft, Sporting News looks at the players who helped or hurt their stock the most less than one month ahead of the first round on April 27.

Anthony Richardson pro day takeaways: Florida QB adds to 2023 NFL Draft hype with Panthers, Seahawks front and center

Sporting News breaks down how Anthony Richardson performed at his on-campus workout for NFL scouts ahead of the 2023 draft as a follow-up to his dazzling Combine performance.

NFL power rankings: Jets, Lions rise near the top; Packers, Ravens freefall after NFL free agency

With the bulk of NFL free agency moves made and the 2023 draft looming in a month, Sporting News' Vinnie Iyer offers up his second offseason ranking of all 32 teams.

Best NFL free agents still available at each position, from Ezekiel Elliott to Odell Beckham Jr.

Most of the NFL's best agents have found new or familiar homes during the first wave of NFL free agency in 2023, but there are still several notable veterans available on the open market who can help teams in different ways.

Latest: Will Levis to Lions, Jalen Carter falls to Eagles, Cowboys & Vikes pivot after free agency

Sporting News' latest mock draft for 2023 has been updated to consider how the key personnel gains and losses in NFL free agency impact all 31 picks in the first round, with the Lions and Raiders among those changing their positional targets early.

NFL free agency grades 2023: Ranking signings, trades for all 32 teams from best (Bears) to worst (Packers)

With the big waves of NFL free agency in the books for 2023, here's a look at how all 32 teams fared in their personnel additions and player losses, from the best to the worst.

NFL free agency 2023: Updated ranking of top 60 free agents, best players available by position, tracking signings

Sporting News breaks down the best unrestricted free agents ahead of 2023 NFL free agency, with quarterback Lamar Jackson adding some extra unexpected juice (for now) to the open market.

Live grades, analysis of every NFL free agent signing and trade

The Sporting News grades every notable NFL free agent signing, trade and franchise tagging in the 2023 offseason, breaking down the players who were the best bangs for the bucks and others who were overvalued by their new or old teams.

Jets set with Aaron Rodgers; Raiders, Bears spend wisely; Bills & Dolphins duds

What NFL teams fared well in the open market with signings and trades? Which teams didn't do so well and either took big hits or didn't do enough to improve? Sporting News looks at the early best and worst of another wild NFL free agency in 2023.

Ezekiel Elliott landing spots: Chargers, Bills among best fits for Cowboys RB in free agency

The Cowboys are set to part ways with running back Ezekiel Elliott after seven seasons in Dallas. The veteran power back has faded, but he still will have some key suitors in contenders' committees.

Darren Waller trade grades: Giants get desperate for Daniel Jones; Raiders make smart money move

While the Raiders move on from one-time Pro Bowl tight end Darren Waller before turns 31 to save big money toward the 2023 NFL salary cap, the Giants reach for a fading, aging player coming off an injury-riddled season.

Lamar Jackson contract: Ranking options for Ravens QB in NFL free agency from worst to best

Lamar Jackson is hoping to get a new long-term contract to his liking either from the Ravens or another team via a blockbuster trade. Here's looking at the most likely scenarios and what they mean for him:

Lamar Jackson rumors: Why Colts are perfect trade fit for Ravens QB after NFL Draft shakeup

Indianapolis officials seem to be still interested in trading for and signing Baltimore franchise-tagged quarterback Lamar Jackson. Here's why it may end up being the ideal win-win situation for Jackson and a new team.

NFL Mock Draft 2023: Panthers jump Texans, Colts for C.J. Stroud; Bears upgrade offensive line for Justin Fields

Sporting News' latest mock draft for 2023 has been updated to explore the aftershocks of the No. 1 overall pick being traded from the Bears to the Panthers.

NFL free agency predictions 2023: Projected landing spots for Lamar Jackson, Aaron Rodgers, Derrick Henry & more

NFL free agency is about to begin for 2023. Sporting News projects where the top available players will land, from likely trade candidates like Aaron Rodgers to top unrestricted free agents Jimmy Garoppolo, Miles Sanders and more.

Bears-Panthers trade grades: Chicago steals D.J. Moore in NFL Draft haul; Carolina gives up a ton for QB at No. 1

How did the Bears and Panthers both fare in their blockbuster trade ahead of the NFL free agency and the 2023 draft? Sporting News hands out the grades for GMs Ryan Poles and Scott Fitterer.

NFL free agency rankings: The best defensive players available in 2023, from Dalvin Tomlinson to Byron Murphy

Who are the best defensive players available as an unrestricted free agents and looking for new contracts in 2023? Sporting News breaks down a variety impact players across positions, from sure run-stoppers up front to intriguing cover men on the back end.

NFL free agency rankings: The best WRs available in 2023, from Jakobi Meyers to Odell Beckham Jr.

Who are the best wide receivers available as an unrestricted free agents and looking for new contracts in 2023? Sporting News breaks down the group lacking a marquee name, save for the one trying to come back from knee injury (again) after not playing last season.

NFL free agency rankings: The best RBs available in 2023, from MIles Sanders to Jerick McKinnon

Who are the running backs set to become unrestricted free agents and looking for new contracts in 2023? Sporting News breaks down plenty of well-rounded talent, including a nice prize at the top.

NFL free agency rankings: The best QBs available in 2023, from Lamar Jackson to Mike White

Who are the best quarterbacks looking for new contracts in 2023? Sporting News breaks down the pool of veteran QB free agents, topped by the big Baltimore prize of Lamar Jackson.

Lamar Jackson landing spot tiers: Ranking every team's chances to trade for Ravens QB, from Raiders & Jets on down

It's not often a recent NFL MVP quarterback becomes available. After the Ravens placed the non-exclusive franchise tag on Lamar Jackson, here's a look at the possibility of all 31 other teams in the league trading for him.

NFL Mock Draft 2023: Anthony Richardson, Bijan Robinson biggest risers; Jalen Carter slips after Combine

Sporting News' latest mock draft for 2023 has been updated to explore the biggest risers and fallers on the heels of the NFL Combine, from Anthony Richardson's skyrocketing stock to Jalen Carter's character concerns.

How Derek Carr signing with Saints impacts Aaron Rodgers, Lamar Jackson & NFL offseason QB market

Derek Carr has new home as a starting quarterback, reuniting with his former Raiders coach Dennis Allen in New Orleans. Here's what that means for the big and smaller names on the quarterback trade and free-agent market in the 2023 offseason.

NFL Combine takeaways: Anthony Richardson's speed, Bryce Young's size & more we learned about 2023 draft

Did Anthony Richardson shake up the hierarchy of quarterbacks for the 2023 NFL Draft with his dazzling athletic performance? Does Bryce Young's short measurement mean anything? Here's what Sporting News learned from the results of the NFL Combine across positions, starting at QB.

NFL Draft prospects 2023: Updated big board of top 125 players overall, position rankings

Sporting News' list of the top 125 prospects and best players across positions is updated to reflect the latest developments before the NFL Combine, kicking off the 2023 NFL Draft season.

NFL Mock Draft 2023, 2-round edition: Anthony Richardson, Will Levis stock skyrockets before NFL Combine

Sporting News' 12th mock of the 2023 NFL Draft covers picks No. 1 through No. 32 overall, plus the entire second round, No. 33 through No. 64.

Grading the quarterbacks who worked out at the NFL Combine

Which QBs fared well and which ones struggled in their pre-2023 NFL Draft workouts at the combine? TSN ranks them all, including top prospects from Ohio State, Florida and Kentucky.

Where will Michael Mayer land in 2023 NFL Draft?

Michael Mayer is one of the best first-round tight end prospects the NFL draft has ever seen. Here's projecting at where the former Fighting Irish superstar may be selected in the first round.

Is it time to end the NFL Combine as we know it?

The NFL Scouting Combine used to be a necessary, ultimate centralized showcase of the best pro prospects ahead for an upcoming draft, but here's why that's not necessarily the case anymore with the event gaining more vocal opposition.

Breaking down Bears' draft dilemma: Trade No. 1 pick ... or Justin Fields?

The Bears are sitting on a gold mine with the top overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. Here's breaking down which is the better trade for Chicago, moving the selection or dealing young QB Justin Fields and taking Bryce Young at No. 1.

Ranking the 40 best quotes from all six 'Rocky' movies

Turn back the clock as The Sporting News looks into some of the top lines from the Rocky franchise.

Aaron Rodgers, Lamar Jackson among 8 players most likely to be traded in 2023 offseason

There should be another slew of marquee NFL trades going down this offseason , with quarterback Aaron Rodgers looking like he's played in last down in Green Bay and Lamar Jackson still being a possibility to leave Baltimore.

NFL Mock Draft 2023: Eagles add Round 1 talent to Super Bowl defense; Buccaneers land Tom Brady replacement

Sporting News' 11th first-round mock of the 2023 NFL Draft covers picks No. 1 through No. 32.

Raiders' six best QB options in 2023

Derek Carr is no longer the Raiders' top quarterback after being released following his nine consecutive seasons starting for them. Here's looking at where Las Vegas should look most for a replacement under Josh McDaniels.

The new Patriots? Projecting the Chiefs' new Super Bowl dynasty with Patrick Mahomes, Andy Reid

The Chiefs have been to the Super Bowl three times in the past four years with Patrick Mahomes as their quarterback under Andy Reid. Here's looking at whether Kansas City keep this up and dominate the NFL like New England just did.

How Chiefs won Super Bowl 57: Patrick Mahomes, Kadarius Toney and the 7 biggest plays that beat the Eagles

The Chiefs' 38-35 victory over the Eagles' was stamped with a lot of big plays, especially from Patrick Mahomes and the offense. Here's a breakdown of the seven key moments that helped Kansas City outscore Jalen Hurts and Philadelphia.

How Patrick Mahomes bested Tom Brady, Joe Montana, other greats with Super Bowl MVP effort

Patrick Mahomes became the sixth quarterback in NFL history to win multiple Super Bowl MVP awards with his game in Super Bowl 57, but he also joined an even more exclusive club.

Brian Dawkins explains why Philadelphia sports and Eagles fans are so intense

When The Sporting News did its Mount Rushmore project for the best "Big Four" athletes in Philadelphia, Hall of Fame safety Brian Dawkins was the top candidate.

With Super Bowl back in Arizona, Malcolm Butler revisits game-winning INT for Pats vs. Seahawks

What does Malcolm Butler think of the interception that ensured his team would beat the Seahawks in Super Bowl 49? Back in Arizona eight years later, Butler takes The Sporting News through the moment.

Shannon Sharpe on Travis Kelce vs. Rob Gronkowski GOAT tight end debate

Shannon Sharpe, the only tight end in the Pro Football Hall of Fame to win Super Bowls with two teams, breaks down who has the better case for greatest of all time.

Matthew Berry Q&A: 'Fantasy Life,' Influential partnership, Super Bowl betting advice

Matthew Berry, fantasy football's most popular analyst, shares the early success story of his new "Fantasy Life" — now in partnership with the world's largest influencer marketing company — while also raising his national TV profile with NBC after leaving ESPN.

Patrick Mahomes vs. the Eagles defense: Why Chiefs QB won't reverse NFL MVP curse in Super Bowl

Patrick Mahomes is the NFL MVP for a second time in his career. Just like all recent leaders of top offenses vs. strong defenses, that's not a good sign for the Chiefs winning Super Bowl 57.

Is Travis Kelce the best tight end of all time?

Travis Kelce's career with the Chiefs keep pushing him closer to the status of top tight end in NFL history. Here's how the future Hall of Famer stacks up against the two of the best to ever play the position.

How Chiefs built Super Bowl 57 roster for Patrick Mahomes

The Chiefs are playing in their third Super Bowl in four years. Here's how they quickly got back to the big game with a new-look roster tailored around Patrick Mahomes.

History of Super Bowls in Arizona, from David Tyree's 'Helmet Catch' to Malcolm Butler's INT

The first Super Bowl in Arizona was played in January 1996. The fourth is being played in February 2023. SN looks back at the memorable moments in the past three games, including the thrill of victory and agony of defeat for Tom Brady.

Updated 100-player big board for 2023 NFL Draft

Breaking down the 100 best college prospects available to make the jump to the NFL next year.

Myth-busting Eagles vs. Chiefs: The 7 worst narratives for Super Bowl 57

Super Bowl 57 is a much-anticipated matchup between Jalen Hurts' Eagles and Patrick Mahomes' Chiefs, but these are a few of the overblown storylines one will hear about leading up to the big game.

Buccaneers' 7 best QB options to replace retired Tom Brady, from Anthony Richardson to Baker Mayfield

The Buccaneers now know for sure Tom Brady isn't in their quarterback plans in 2023. Here's a look at their best options to move on from the GOAT.

NFL All-Pro Team: How NFL head coaches voted for Sporting News' roster in 2022

A total of 17 teams are represented on SN's NFL All-Pro Team for 2022, which is voted upon by the league's head coaches over the last few weeks of the regular season.

NFL awards: 49ers, Bills double up in voting for Sporting News’ 2022 honors

NFL players, coaches and executives voted to determine Sporting News' 2022 awards and the results found the 49ers and Bills both being deservedly recognized twice.

Why Vikings' Justin Jefferson is third WR to win SN Offensive Player of the Year, joining Jerry Rice, Antonio Brown

Justin Jefferson is the first wide receiver since Antonio Brown to win Sporting News Offensive Player of the Year, something accomplished only by Brown and Jerry Rice (and never Randy Moss).

Give Broncos high marks for Sean Payton hire

NFL Mock Draft 2023: Saints add to defense with Sean Payton pick; Bengals, Ravens reset secondaries; Seahawks join QB run

Sporting News' 10th first-round mock of the 2023 NFL Draft covers picks No. 1 through No. 30 with two more teams eliminated in the conference championship games ahead of Super Bowl 57.

How Chiefs' defense finally solved Joe Burrow in AFC title game win over Bengals

The Chiefs needed a big performance by their defense to help Patrick Mahomes get to another Super Bowl. Here's breaking down how they solved Mahomes' Bengals counterpart.

Give Kyle Shanahan, 49ers a pass for offense shutting down vs. Eagles

Kyle Shanahan's 49ers offense finally succumbed to bad quarterback injury luck in the NFC championship game in Philadelphia. San Francisco was placed in the worst possible no-win situation.

The Joe Burrow-Tom Brady comparison, explained

Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow hasn't taken long into his budding career as a great NFL quarterback to draw comparisons to Tom Brady. Here's why he reminds so many of the greatest QB of all time.

Joe Burrow contract projection

Joe Burrow is due up for a contract extension from the Bengals beyond his rookie deal. Here's looking at the potential lucrative parameters, including average annual salary and total guaranteed money.

Brock Purdy stats with 49ers: How 8 great games make case for best rookie QB of Super Bowl era

Brock Purdy has a perfect record through seven starts in his NFL career after one strong victories relief effort, Here's looking at how his surprising, amazing run compares to other top rookie quarterbacks.

Ranking the Super Bowl 57 matchup combinations, from best to worst

With San Francisco, Kansas City, Philadelphia and Cincinnati all playing in the NFL, conference championship games, Sporting News ranks the four Super Bowl 57 matchups based on the most compelling factors.

NFL Mock Draft 2023: Cowboys, Bills bolster offenses after playoff disappointment; Giants, Jaguars keep building

Sporting News' ninth first-round mock of the 2023 NFL Draft covers picks No. 1 through No. 28 with four more teams eliminated in the divisional round round of the playoffs.

NFL power rankings: 3 reasons Chiefs, 49ers, Eagles and Bengals will (or won't) win Super Bowl 57

How do the four remaining teams in the 2023 NFL playoffs stack up against each other ahead of conference championship weekend? Here's explore the current Super Bowl odds of Kansas City, San Francisco, Philadelphia and Cincinnati.

The best of Brock Purdy? Rookie shows maturity in leading Niners to NFC title game

Brock Purdy had his worst stats as an NFL starting QB in Sunday's 19-12 divisional playoff win over the Cowboys, but here's why they translated into the best performance of his rookie season.

Why Bills were dominated by Bengals in AFC divisional playoffs

Buffalo was no match for Cincinnati in the teams' AFC divisional playoff matchup, despite the host being a solid favorite. Here's all what wrong for the Bills in their 27-10 loss.

No. 1 vs. No. 1 in Super Bowl? Eagles, Chiefs in position to add to short list

The No. 1 seeds in the AFC and NFC both came up with strong home divisional playoff wins coming off their byes. They stayed on track for a rare Super Bowl occurrence.

Patrick Mahomes' injury doesn't hurt Chiefs in their quest to get back to the Super Bowl

Why Patrick Mahomes' injury doesn't harm the Chiefs' prospects of reacing the big game.

NFL power rankings: Re-ranking the 8 teams left in 2023 playoffs, from Chiefs to Giants

With six teams eliminated from Super Bowl 57 contention during the wild-card round of the 2022-2023 NFL playoffs, here's looking at the best of the rest, including the Chiefs, Eagles and the six teams that just advanced.

Best QB in the NFL right now? Breaking down the Patrick Mahomes vs. Joe Burrow vs. Josh Allen debate

Tom Brady is the established GOAT and Aaron Rodgers is the outgoing MVP, but the 2022 season confirmed that the top three QBs in the NFL how reside in the AFC. Here's breaking down whether Patrick Mahomes still should be considered better than fellow divisional playoff passers Josh Allen and Joe Burrow.

Tom Brady, Lamar Jackson & more: Ranking 15 best QBs available via free agency, trade in 2023 NFL offseason

The 2023 NFL offseason could be another busy one for veteran quarterbacks on the move. Here's breaking down the best of who will be on the market, including the GOAT and a recent MVP.

NFL Mock Draft 2023: Seahawks pass on QB with Russell Wilson pick; Chargers, Vikings, Ravens also upgrade D after playoff exits

Sporting News' eighth first-round mock of the 2023 NFL Draft covers picks No. 1 through No. 24 with six more teams eliminated in the wild-card round of the playoffs.

Five reasons for Buccaneers' playoff fail vs. Cowboys

If the Buccaneers' 31-14 Monday night home NFC wild-card playoff loss to the Cowboys was Tom Brady's final game with Tampa Bay, it will be remembered for his shaky all-around performance.

Breaking down Ravens' pros, cons of giving Lamar Jackson a new contract

Lamar Jackson wasn't available for the Ravens' final six games of the 2022 season, through Sunday night's 24-17 AFC wild-card playoff loss at the Bengals. Did that make the miss the one-time MVP more, or want to move on from him? Here's exploring Baltimore's massive offseason question.

Where will Tom Brady play in 2023?

Where would Tom Brady play in the NFL after the 2022 playoffs? Here's breaking down the most favorable options as a soon-to-be 46-year-old QB.

Vikings don't let Justin Jefferson save the day, pay the price with early exit

Why was No. 3 seed Minnesota beaten at home in the wild-card round of the NFC playoffs? It came down to the team not getting its best player involved enough.

How the Chargers blew a 27-0 lead and lost to the Jaguars

The Chargers suffered more postseason heartbreak in Saturday night's 31-30 wild-card loss at Jacksonville. Here's how LA facilitated the third-biggest comeback in NFL playoff history.

4 reasons to believe 49ers' Brock Purdy can be first rookie QB to win the Super Bowl

In the previous 56 Super Bowls, no team with a rookie quarterback has lifted the Lombardi Trophy, but here's looking at why the 49ers seventh-rounder is an unlikely favorite to become the first.

NFL Mock Draft 2023: Trade-tempted Bears take Will Anderson Jr. with No. 1 pick; Texans, Colts, Panthers clarify QB situations

Sporting News' seventh first-round mock of the 2023 NFL Draft covers picks No. 1 through No. 18 for every team that missed out on the playoffs.

Revisiting the 2020 NFL Draft's playoff-bound QB class

The 2022-2023 NFL playoffs is well represented by quarterbacks taken in the 2020 draft, with the Bengals, Dolphins, Chargers and Eagles all taking the right passers for then and now.

NFL playoff power rankings 2023: Every team's real chances to win Super Bowl 57

Here are Sporting News' power rankings for the entire NFL playoff bracket 1-14, from the team with the best chances to win the Super Bowl to the longest odds of lifting the Lombardi Trophy in Glendale, Ariz., on Feb. 12.

Sean McVay's coaching future with Rams: 4 reasons why it's the right time to leave L.A.

Sean McVay will turn only 37 later in January and is coming off his first losing NFL season in six years with the Rams, but the timing is still right for him to step down.

Why Packers missed the NFL playoffs: 5 reasons Sporting News was wrong about preseason Super Bowl 57 prediction

The Packers went from having three consecutive 13-win NFC North title seasons with Aaron Rodgers and Matt LaFleur to 8-9 and out of the playoffs. Here's breaking down the sudden breakdown in Green Bay.

Ranking the Cardinals' 7 best coaching candidates to replace fired Kliff Kingsbury in 2023

With the Cardinals losing seven consecutive games to finish 4-13 in disappointing post-playoff season, they made the decision to fire Killf Kingsbury. Here's looking at the best candidates to be next coach in Arizona, led by the biggest rumored name.

NFL Draft prospects 2023: Updated big board of top 70 players overall, position rankings

Who are the 70 best college prospects available to make the jump to the NFL next year? Here's breaking down the top of the 2023 class that features Alabama teammates Will Anderson and Bryce Young and Ohio State QB C.J. Stroud.