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Why the Rams see Simpson as Stafford's heir apparent

The Rams eyed Simpson early in the process -- and just didn't let on.

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Does the Rams' Stafford-Simpson approach make sense? Barnwell looks at past situations

Matthew Stafford just won MVP, but the Rams still drafted Ty Simpson. Are there precedents for this working?

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NFL DRAFT REACTION

What NFL scouts, coaches, execs are saying about all 32 teams' drafts

One week since the start of the 2026 NFL draft, what are league sources saying about all 32 classes?

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Miller: Ranking the 100 best NFL draft picks of 2026, based on fit and value

Matt Miller picked out his 100 favorite selections, factoring in value, fit and trades.

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2027 NFL DRAFT

Reid's early NFL mock draft for next year: Which 2027 prospects -- and QBs -- could go in Round 1?

We're still a full year out, but let's make way-too-early predictions for every first-round pick of the 2027 NFL draft. Will Arch Manning go No. 1? Jeremiah Smith?

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Why Jordan Reid has Arch Manning No. 1 in his 2027 NFL mock draft

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NFL NATION

Why Cowboys' Jerry Jones isn't afraid to trade with rival Eagles

Dallas made yet another draft-day trade with Philly and the hope is that its string of success continues.

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How 49ers' unpopular draft approach could help them

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Warren Sapp, Buccaneers show support for Rueben Bain Jr.

13hJenna Laine

Bears believe D-line can take jump

13hCourtney Cronin

CB Delane, DT Woods lead defensive youth movement in K.C.

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EVERY TEAM'S BIGGEST DRAFT-DAY DEAL

32 draft-day trades that will always be remembered: One for every team

NFL Nation looks back at the draft deals that produced memorable outcomes -- good or bad -- for their teams.

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OFFSEASON TALK

Colts' GM: We were excited CJ Allen was available for us to draft

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Darlington: Deshaun Watson deal is 'worst contract and transaction' in sports history

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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.

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PHILLY SPECIAL

Makai Lemon to wear No. 9, first Eagle since Nick Foles

The Philadelphia Eagles first round pick received Nick Foles' blessing to wear No. 9.

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