In anticipation of the 2026 NFL Draft, The Lead writers have come together to provide quick-hitting draft previews for all 32 NFL teams. These previews feature a refresher on each team’s standing amongst the league, some offseason happenings, each team’s draft picks in the 2026 Draft, their positions of need and a handful of targets […]
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The NFL experienced a major free agency period in 2026, as multiple teams added new talent through signings and trades at the start of the league year. Teams have now shifted their focus to the 2026 NFL Draft, with the combine and pro days complete. A few franchises are also making last-minute signings ahead of […]
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The 2025 Baltimore Ravens were one kick away from sneaking into the postseason by winning the scrappy AFC North. However, it’s probably better that their effort looped wide right as time expired. Baltimore has a litany of issues. On offense, they’re massively one-dimensional, usually being held together by the magic of Lamar Jackson and Derrick […]
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After a couple of years in the gutter, the New England Patriots are back where they belong: in the thick of Super Bowl contention. As special as their 14-win AFC championship season was, now is no time for complacency. New England excelled in the 2025 offseason, but sustaining that success will require continued roster building—especially […]
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HBCU football players keep proving they belong at the highest level. But when draft night comes around, the numbers tell a different story. There’s no shortage of talent coming out of historically Black colleges and universities. That’s been true for decades. But according to reporting from HBCU Sports, that talent isn’t translating into consistent opportunities […]
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The Miami Dolphins finished the 2025 season with a 7-10 record, missing the playoffs due to blown leads, turnovers, and defensive meltdowns. Miami’s roster took a hit when they released Tua Tagovailoa, Tyreek Hill, and Bradley Chubb, and eventually traded away Jaylen Waddle. Miami replaced Tagovailoa with Malik Willis this offseason. Giving them a new […]
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The Los Angeles Rams suffered a 31-27 loss to the eventual Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks in the NFC Conference Championship game. So far, under the direction of GM Les Sneed, the Rams have shown an ability to make the aggressive moves to be in contention year over year. Sneed’s aggression netted the team a […]
Read MoreThe 2026 NFL Draft is full of college football studs, but UTSA kicker Jaffer Murphy is rising up draft boards after his unbelievable Pro Day. College stars like Fernando Mendoza and Jeremiyah Love headline the 2026 draft. However, UTSA has its own standout special teams player entering April’s event that is starting to garner lots […]
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The Miami Dolphins continued their radical makeover this week. After previously dispatching GM Chris Grier, head coach Mike McDaniel and longtime quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, among others, the Dolphins traded away top wideout Jaylen Waddle. Miami dealt Waddle to the Denver Broncos for several draft picks. The deal details: Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Miami trades: WR Jaylen Waddle […]
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After the NFL’s new league year opened Wednesday, teams finalized a wave of free-agent signings and trades. Now the league’s focus shifts toward the 2026 NFL Draft. Teams will host dozens of prospects throughout March and April while continuing their behind-the-scenes evaluations. Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement The Jacksonville Jaguars will have to wait until Day 2 […]
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The 2026 NFL season will look drastically different on offense for the Arizona Cardinals after the team made a huge decision Tuesday regarding Kyler Murray. The 2019 NFL Draft pick has spent the first seven years of his career in Arizona. However, the Cardinals made a clean break with the former number one pick after […]
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On paper, it’s the kind of move that makes Detroit Lions fans sit up straight. A massive trade-up. A blue-chip edge rusher. A defense that suddenly looks terrifying. According to Mike Payton of A to Z Sports, there’s a blockbuster NFL Draft scenario that would reshape Detroit’s defense instantly. But while the idea is fun, […]
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