A long-held dream of playing in the NFL became reality for San Francisco native Julian Neal, who was selected in the third round of the NFL draft by the Seattle Seahawks. Neal, who grew up in the Bayview-Hunters Point neighborhood, said he hopes his journey can serve as inspiration for other young people in San […]
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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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As the NFL Draft approaches, pro days across college football are becoming must-watch events for scouts, analysts, and fans alike. One of the most talked-about workouts this year came from Fernando Mendoza, the standout quarterback from the Indiana Hoosiers football. With questions swirling about how his game would translate to the NFL, Mendoza used Indiana’s […]
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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 approaching quickly, and several prospects are boosting their stock. The NFL Combine, Senior Bowl, and Pro Days have given teams extended looks at draft hopefuls. These events have also raised some concerns. Teams have uncovered medical, character, and other issues through their due diligence. Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement MORE: NFL, Tisch […]
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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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