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Oct 28, 1:12 PM ET · ESPN ESPN

NFL Week 8 betting odds: Lines and totals for every game

A look at the odds, spreads, totals and FPI predictions for every NFL game in Week 8.

Oct 28, 12:41 PM ET · Ben Solak and Seth Walder ESPN

NFL trade deadline grades: DeForest Buckner, Quenton Nelson dealt by Colts, more

Does Buckner make the 49ers Super Bowl hopefuls? Will Quenton Nelson upgrade the Seahawks' O-line? We're grading NFL trades ahead of November's deadline.

What Jordan Rodgers wants to see from Kyler Murray

Oct 28, 11:57 AM ET ESPN

Oct 28, 11:22 AM ET · ESPN Fantasy ESPN

Fantasy football buzz: Vikings defensive dilemma? Check in on the Jaguars

As the Vikings head to their toughest matchup of the season, pick up an under-the-radar defense.

Stephen A.: Kevin O'Connell is lucky he's got a job

Oct 28, 10:48 AM ET ESPN

How far can Kyler Murray take the Vikings this season?

Oct 28, 10:04 AM ET ESPN

Oct 28, 12:40 PM ET · Matt Bowen and Jeremy Fowler ESPN

2026 NFL trade deadline: Ranking the top 25 candidates to move, plus team fits

Could the Colts listen on Jonathan Taylor? Would Josh Sweat help a contender's defense? We stacked the top players who might move before the Nov. 10 deadline.

Oct 27, 6:53 PM ET · ESPN staff ESPN

2026 NFL trade deadline updates: DeForest Buckner, Quenton Nelson on the move

The NFL trade deadline is Nov. 10, but deals have already started. We're tracking all moves, including the Colts dealing Quenton Nelson and DeForest Buckner.

Oct 27, 10:24 AM ET · NFL Nation ESPN

NFL Power Rankings: How all 32 teams stack up for Week 8, plus offseason adds

How does every NFL team stack up heading into Week 8? We made our 1-32 list and picked the best offseason addition -- coach or player -- for every team.

Oct 26, 12:07 AM ET · ESPN ESPN

What are the longest field goals in NFL history?

Timely field goals can change game trajectories in a dramatic fashion. Check out the longest field goals in NFL history now.

Oct 26, 9:52 PM ET · David Dennis Jr. and Justin Tinsley ESPN

Jay-Z's greatest sports lyrics, ranked ahead of his Super Bowl show

The Super Bowl headliner's catalog is packed with sports references -- here are the ones that top our list.

Oct 26, 11:06 PM ET · Brianna Williams ESPN

Jay-Z's road to the Super Bowl: Were the clues there all along?

With Hov headed to SoFi Stadium's halftime stage in Los Angeles, we revisit the breadcrumbs that might have pointed us there.

Oct 26, 6:50 PM ET · Cameron Wolfe ESPN

Steelers Aaron Rodgers, QB room lead NFL Week 7's best arrivals

NFL stars continue to turn game-day arrivals into their own weekly fashion showcase.

Oct 26, 2:52 PM ET · Kevin Seifert ESPN

Vikings RB Jones avoids serious knee injury, day-to-day

Vikings running back Aaron Jones Sr. avoided a serious knee injury Sunday and is considered day-to-day, coach Kevin O'Connell confirmed Monday.

Oct 26, 4:47 PM ET · Sarah Barshop ESPN

How active NFL players continue to redefine all-time sack list

Myles Garrett's torrid pace up the all-time sack list paces active players making their moves among the greats.

Oct 26, 2:22 PM ET · Bill Barnwell ESPN

Sizing up NFL Week 7: Time to trust the Giants? Start Mendoza? Worry about Henry?

Let's make sense of six takeaways from Sunday and spin them forward. Just how good is the Vikings' defense? What's wrong with the Ravens' run game? Are the Giants legit?

Oct 26, 7:30 AM ET · ESPN ESPN

Which NFL teams are undefeated this season?

This team has yet to lose a game in the 2026 NFL season.

Oct 26, 6:00 AM ET · ESPN staff ESPN

2027 NFL draft order projections for Round 1, chances for top pick, more

ESPN's Football Power Index projects the 2027 NFL draft order for Round 1, complete with each team's chances to pick in the top five, in the top 10 and at No. 1.

Oct 26, 12:29 AM ET · NFL Nation ESPN

NFL Week 7: Big takeaways, questions and fantasy spin from Sunday's games

Our NFL Nation reporters react to all the action, answering the biggest questions coming out of each Sunday game. Here's what we learned from Week 7.

Oct 26, 12:06 AM ET · NFL Nation ESPN

Week 7 NFL highlights: Best plays, moments, touchdowns, more

Check here for Sunday's top moments and TDs from J.J. McCarthy, Bucky Irving, Jonathan Taylor, Aaron Rodgers and more.

Oct 26, 8:11 AM ET · Kalan Hooks ESPN

National Tight Ends Day 2026: Davis Allen, Mason Taylor put on a show during holiday

The fourth weekend in October means National Tight Ends Day, and the NFL's tight ends made sure to bring their best.

Oct 26, 7:01 AM ET · Dan Graziano ESPN

Judging overreactions to NFL Week 7: McCarthy-led Giants are NFC East favorites?

Will J.J. McCarthy bring the Giants to the postseason? Are the Vikings headed for a bye? How bad do the 49ers need Mike Evans back? Let's overreact to Sunday's games.

Harrison Smith reaches milestone interception

Kevin Seifert recaps Harrison Smith's performance against the Colts.

Oct 25, 7:18 PM ET ESPN

Oct 25, 7:16 PM ET · Kevin Seifert ESPN

Vikings rally to reach 6-0 even as offense hits historic lows for unbeaten team

As his offense continued to grind Sunday at historically low levels for an undefeated team, Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell had a simple message: "We're not far off."

Oct 24, 6:15 PM ET · Kevin Seifert ESPN

Vikings activate RB Jordan Mason off injured reserve

The Vikings activated running back Jordan Mason from injured reserve Saturday, completing his recovery from a fractured thumb that required surgery last month.

Oct 24, 1:02 PM ET · Anthony Gharib ESPN

NFL Week 7 uniforms: Alternates galore as Texans go battle red, Lions all-black

Here's a look at what each NFL team is wearing in Week 7, led by alternate looks from Houston, Detroit and Dallas.

Oct 24, 6:00 AM ET · Matt Bowen, Pamela Maldonado, Eric Moody, Ben Solak and Seth Walder ESPN

NFL Week 7 predictions: Upsets, fantasy sleepers, stat lines, TD scorers, more

Touchdowns for Tucker Kraft and Germie Bernard? Cardinals pull another upset? Revenge game for Trey Hendrickson? Let's predict 15 things for Week 7.

Oct 23, 2:45 PM ET · ESPN ESPN

NFL Week 7 betting odds: Lines and totals for every game

A look at the odds, spreads, totals and FPI predictions for every NFL game in Week 7.

Oct 23, 1:32 PM ET · NFL Nation, Pamela Maldonado, Eric Moody and Seth Walder ESPN

NFL Week 7 preview: Picks, predictions, schedule, betting odds, fantasy tips

Cowboys at Eagles? Bengals at Ravens? The Steelers and Saints in Paris? There are 13 more games in Week 7, and we have picks, predictions and more for all of them.

Oct 22, 10:25 PM ET · Bill Barnwell ESPN

Proposing NFL trade deadline offers: Moves for Saquon Barkley, Khalil Mack, more

Saquon Barkley joining a contender? Brian Thomas Jr. headed out west? Khalil Mack and Donte Jackson boosting a defense? Let's build 11 win-win trades.

Oct 22, 10:21 AM ET · Kevin Seifert ESPN

Vikings praise Aaron Jones Sr.'s heart with Jordan Mason out

Jones said he was proud knowing the team was counting on him and he "can still be an every-down productive back."

Oct 21, 3:09 PM ET · Mackenzie Kraemer ESPN

NFL survivor power rankings: Why this is the week to use Texans, Jets

ESPN NFL survivor pool strategy, predictions and ranking the top five options for Week 7.

Oct 21, 12:06 PM ET · Jeremy Fowler and Dan Graziano ESPN

NFL Week 7 latest intel, buzz questions, news, fantasy tips: What we're hearing

Will the Seahawks stick with Sam Darnold past this season? Could Vita Vea get trade interest? What's next for the NFC East teams? And could the Colts make more changes?

Oct 20, 10:42 AM ET · NFL Nation ESPN

NFL Power Rankings: How all 32 teams stack up for Week 7, plus offensive issues

How does every NFL team stack up heading into Week 7? We made our 1-32 list and picked the biggest offensive problem for every team.

Oct 19, 7:19 PM ET · Cameron Wolfe ESPN

49ers WR Mike Evans reps Bay Area with Curry jersey, leads NFL Week 6's arrivals

NFL stars continue to turn game-day arrivals into their own weekly fashion showcase.

Oct 20, 1:20 PM ET · ESPN ESPN

Early bets for NFL Week 7: Three games we're jumping on right now

Which Week 7 lines offered immediate value once odds came out? Here are three early bets we like.

Oct 19, 12:17 AM ET · NFL Nation ESPN

Week 6 NFL highlights: Best plays, moments, touchdowns, more

Here's a look at the best plays from Sunday's NFL action in Week 6.

Oct 26, 12:14 PM ET · ESPN staff ESPN

Countdown to Super Bowl LXI: Top-10 lists, projections, rankings, more coverage

The Super Bowl is Feb. 14 on ESPN. We are counting down with all-time lists, predictions and unforgettable moments.

Oct 16, 1:30 PM ET · ESPN ESPN

NFL Week 6 betting: Odds, lines and totals for every game

A look at the odds, spreads, totals and FPI predictions for every NFL game in Week 6.

Oct 16, 6:38 AM ET · Dan Graziano ESPN

Ranking all eight NFL divisions this season by strength: NFC North at No. 1?

Why do we have the NFC North at No. 1 in our annual division power ranking -- even ahead of the mighty NFC West? And is the NFC South at the bottom of our list ... again?

Oct 17, 9:24 PM ET · NFL Nation, Pamela Maldonado, Eric Moody, Ben Solak and Seth Walder ESPN

NFL Week 6 preview: Picks, predictions, schedule, betting odds, fantasy tips

Patrick Mahomes vs. Justin Herbert? C.J. Stroud vs. Trevor Lawrence? There are 13 more games in Week 6, and we have picks, predictions and more for all of them.

Oct 18, 3:52 PM ET · Anthony Gharib ESPN

NFL Week 6 uniforms: Broncos, Seahawks throw it back in TNF matchup

Here's a look at what each NFL team is wearing in Week 6, led by throwbacks from the Broncos and Seahawks.

Oct 15, 9:59 AM ET · ESPN ESPN

Which NFL teams have never won a Super Bowl?

Some NFL teams have scored multiple Lombardi trophies, but which franchises have never won the Super Bowl? Check out more information now.

Oct 14, 9:20 AM ET · Seth Walder ESPN

Revisiting 2026 preseason bold predictions for 32 NFL teams: Which are on track?

In the preseason, we made bold predictions for every NFL team, from Jordan Love's MVP case to Isaiah Likely's catch total. Which ones are on track? Which seem unlikely?

Oct 14, 12:01 PM ET · Jeremy Fowler and Dan Graziano ESPN

NFL Week 6 latest intel, buzz questions, news, fantasy tips: What we're hearing

What is going on with the Eagles?! We have intel on Philly's three-game slide, three remaining unbeaten teams, QBs at risk of being benched, potential WR trades and more.

Recruiting firm's Brian Flores memo contains racial stereotypes, lawyers say

A recruiting report on Brian Flores has examples of what his lawyers say are racial stereotypes that NFL teams use when evaluating Black coaching candidates.

Oct 13, 6:38 PM ET ESPN

Oct 13, 10:48 AM ET · Ben Solak ESPN

Seven things Solak thinks entering NFL Week 6: Time for Mendoza? Cowboys issues?

Get ready for Week 6 with takes on two QB situations, two teams with defensive issues, two coaches on the hot seat and more.