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10 great signings, six great trades: The NFL free agency moves that Walder graded with an 'A'

We've graded more than 60 signings and trades over the past few weeks. But only 16 moves received top marks. We ranked those deals.

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20 contenders, 20 lingering weaknesses: Barnwell fixes roster holes

Will Aaron Rodgers check the QB box for the Steelers? Can the Seahawks find running back help?

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FREE AGENCY

Takeaways from opening week of NFL free agency: Biggest signings, losses for all 32 teams

Let's break down the main free agency signings, latest buzz on moves and biggest remaining questions for every team.

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Live tracking NFL free agency: Updates on signings, trades, cuts

We're following NFL free agency signings, trades, cuts, contract restructures and other moves as they happen.

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NFL NATION

Could Commanders acquire Aiyuk? Here are some potential moves worth watching

Washington hasn't accomplished all its goals yet. Among the remaining needs: receiver, corner and center.

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Where are all the Giants interior offensive, defensive linemen?

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Packers seeking the next Malik Willis to back up Jordan Love

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Who could fill Cowboys' hole at middle linebacker?

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Kyler Murray aside, why have Vikings been so quiet in free agency?

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NFL DRAFT

APRIL 23-25 ON ESPN NETWORKS

Yates' rankings for the NFL draft: Sizing up the top 50 prospects, plus scouting reports

Who are the best players in this year's NFL draft class? Where do they stand out? Field Yates stacks his top 50 prospects.

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Kiper's new NFL mock draft: How free agency shook up first-round landing spots

Team needs have shifted in free agency, so how will top prospects come off the board in Round 1?

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REACTING TO THE WADDLE TRADE

Barnwell: The Broncos are all-in, and the Dolphins are all-out ... but does either strategy make sense?

Denver traded its first-round pick to Miami for Jaylen Waddle. Are the Broncos legit Super Bowl contenders? Are the Dolphins rebuilding in a smart way?

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Why the addition of Jaylen Waddle could be what Bo Nix, Broncos' offense need

Waddle's ability to get open, especially on hook, pivot and crossing routes, plays perfectly to Nix's strengths.

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GUIDE TO THE UFL

SEASON BEGINS MARCH 27

New teams, logos, coaches, stadiums and key players for every team

Here are the teams, coaches and key players who will take the field this month as the UFL begins Season 3.

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How to watch every 2026 UFL game: Dates, networks, complete team-by-team schedules

Here's a team-by-team list of schedules for every UFL team prior to the season kickoff on March 27.

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BETTING ON THE NFL

FANTASY FOOTBALL

Fantasy guide to NFL offseason signings: Broncos acquire Waddle from Dolphins

Your one-stop shop for fantasy football reaction to all the key player movement via free agency and trades.

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Will Kyler Murray be a top-10 fantasy option? What does the move to Minnesota mean?

Murray gets a fresh opportunity in Minnesota. What will it mean for the QB and Justin Jefferson, his new top target?

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    GET READY FOR SUPER BOWL LXI

    ON ESPN NETWORKS FROM SOFI STADIUM

    Super Bowl 2027 on ESPN: Date, location, venue, more details

    The 2027 Super Bowl will air on ESPN for the first time in network history. Learn more information about Super Bowl LXI festivities now.

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