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NFL DRAFT REACTION

Barnwell looks back at 12 quarterback situations very similar to the Rams' scenario: When has this strategy worked?

Matthew Stafford just won MVP, but the contending Rams still drafted Ty Simpson in Round 1. Is it bad team building, or are there precedents for this working?

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Kiper's grades for all 32 NFL draft classes: Why the Cowboys and Jets aced their picks

Mel Kiper Jr. evaluates the entire 2026 NFL draft, from the good (Cowboys, Jets) to the questionable (Rams).

BREAKING IT ALL DOWN

Yates' favorite NFL draft picks: Five players from every round who fit well with their new teams

Omar Cooper Jr. at No. 30? R Mason Thomas in Round 2? Cole Payton on Day 3? Field Yates has the best picks in every round.

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Postdraft questions for all 32 NFL teams: What could A.J. Brown cost Pats?

The NFL draft is over, but can the rookies make an impact? We answer lingering questions for all 32 teams.

A SURPRISING MOVE

Steelers use UFA tender on Aaron Rodgers: What does it mean?

Pittsburgh adds protection in case the 42-year-old QB bolts elsewhere. ESPN's NFL experts explain next steps.

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FANTASY FOOTBALL

Fantasy football winners and losers after NFL draft: Price-to-Seattle a perfect fit?

Which players benefited most from the happenings during draft weekend, and which saw their stocks fall the most.

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Fantasy football rankings for 2026 season

Fantasy football rankings for the upcoming season, for PPR leagues, as well as IDP and dynasty setups.

AROUND THE LEAGUE

What the Steelers' UFA tender for Aaron Rodgers means

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Rams GM Les Snead clears up confusion about meeting with Ty Simpson

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NFL NATION

'He won a lot of football games at a high level': Why the Cardinals believe in Carson Beck

Beck made 43 starts in his college career and played in five CFP games, so he understands the spotlight.

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REACTING TO DAYS 1 AND 2

Which teams won -- and lost -- on Day 2 of the NFL draft? Kiper on the best values, biggest reaches

We're through 100 picks of the NFL draft. Mel Kiper Jr. sorts through the steals and reaches of Day 2, including some big value selections.

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Kiper's winners, losers from wild Round 1

Mel Kiper Jr. makes sense of the first round, sizing up moves like the Makai Lemon and Ty Simpson picks.

BETTING ON THE NFL

NFL futures: Hierarchy largely unchanged after draft; Rams still favorites

Every NFL team's win total, as well as odds to win their division, the conference and Super Bowl LXI.

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