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No rookie starters for the 49ers? Why their draft-and-develop strategy will be put to the test

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The 49ers' 2024 starters are mostly set, so they wanted this year's draft class to provide a future base instead of plug-and-play solutions.

Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy flashes speed at rookie minicamp

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The Chiefs traded with the Bills to move up and draft Worthy with the No. 28 pick in last month's draft.

Are the Steelers deep enough at wide receiver to win big?

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Here's what the current wide receiver room looks like -- and the team's options.

Cowboys hope Cooper Beebe continues to 'dirt' opponents as their new center

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"I'm a dude that tries to 'dirt' people anytime I can," said the Cowboys' third-rounder from K-State.

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Bold predictions, Rookie of the Year candidates and our favorite picks

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Our experts weigh in on the 2024 NFL draft's biggest topics.

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'Just a very small part of what I can do': Commanders' Tress Way gifts No. 5 to Jayden Daniels

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In exchange for the No. 5, Jayden Daniels will send Tress Way's family to an Oklahoma-LSU football game after Way retires, according to multiple sources.

Why the Commanders were 'unanimous' on picking Daniels at No. 2

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What sold Washington on making Jayden Daniels the face of a new era in D.C.?

Thursday, May 9

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Texans acquire Skowronek in trade with Rams

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The Houston Texans have traded for Rams WR Ben Skowronek.

Titans expect Burks to 'carve out a role' in 2024

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Receiver Treylon Burks has a clean slate with the new coaching staff, led by Brian Callahan, and so far, has gotten off to a good start.

Hall of Famer Johnson, star 49ers DB, dies at 86

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Pro Football Hall of Fame defensive back Jimmy Johnson, a three-time All-Pro and member of the All-Decade Team of the 1970s, has died. He was 86.

Sources: NFL promotes 2 amid officiating rework

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Umpire Ramon George and replay official Mark Butterworth are both joining the NFL's league office, sources told ESPN, although it is unclear who will have final authority in the officiating department during the 2024 season.

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Daniels, Nabers have $10K Offensive ROY bet

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Jayden Daniels confirmed in an interview on the "All Facts No Brakes" podcast that he and former LSU teammate Malik Nabers have a $10,000 bet on who will win the NFL's Offensive Rookie of the Year award.

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Ex-Pats reveal Belichick-Kraft 'tension' at roast

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Former Patriots described tension between Bill Belichick and Robert Kraft in the green room before the live roast of Tom Brady.

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Seeking rebound, WR Robinson signs with Giants

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The Giants have signed wide receiver Allen Robinson, who was released by the Steelers in March after one subpar season.

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Is Adonai Mitchell misunderstood? Why Colts weren't fazed by questions about his character

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The Colts historically have focused on drafting high-character players and didn't appear concerned.

Why the Packers might have gotten 'the biggest steal of the draft' in Kalen King

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The Packers hope King lives up to the hype he generated prior to a disappointing 2023 at Penn State.

'It's instant credibility': Why Lions' star-studded coaching staff has players raving

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Dan Campbell's staff is filled with ex-NFL stars, bringing experience and knowledge the players love.

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Sources: 3 leaders exit Jets' performance dept.

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The Jets' athletic care and performance department has undergone a shake-up in the aftermath of another injury-plagued season.

Wednesday, May 8

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How a Thunder championship could turn a $100 parlay into $1.7M -- if the bettor keeps his ticket

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Chiefs? Check. Texas Rangers? Check. A three-leg parlay for $100 is just one champion away from hitting for $1.7M, but will the bettor hold or sell?

Rookie prop bets to make right now

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Mike Clay compares his 2024 NFL projections to the rookie player props posted on ESPN BET.

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NFC East outlook: QB updates, biggest additions and offseason buzz

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Our NFC East reporters break down the biggest offseason additions, surprises, roster holes and QB situations for 2024.

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Joe Collier, ex-Bills coach and Broncos DC, dies

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Joe Collier, the former Bills head coach and architect of the Broncos' famed "Orange Crush" defense, died Monday at the age of 91. Denver called him one of "the most impactful coaches in the history" of the team.

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Chiefs' Rice suspect in alleged assault in Dallas

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Police told The Dallas Morning News that Rashee Rice is a suspect in an alleged assault at a Dallas nightclub early Monday morning that left a man hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.

Tuesday, May 7

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CFL star QB Kelly suspended after ex-coach's suit

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The CFL suspended Toronto Argonauts quarterback Chad Kelly for at least nine regular-season games for violating its gender-based violence policy.

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Burrow: Wrist injury 'difficult,' but in 'good spot'

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At his first outdoor team practice since injuring his wrist in November, Bengals QB Joe Burrow said Tuesday "it's been a tough several months," but as of now "we're in a good spot."

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J.J. Watt vs. McAfee part of TST soccer tourney

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Burnley co-owner and NFL legend J.J. Watt will face former NFL punter and ESPN personality Pat McAfee's Concafa SC team in the first round of The Soccer Tournament June 5-10.

Source: WR Boyd agrees to contract with Titans

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Receiver Tyler Boyd is signing with the Tennessee Titans on a one-year deal worth up to $4.5 million, a source told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler on Tuesday.

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Snee rejoining Giants as scout, sources confirm

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Chris Snee, a two-time Super Bowl champ and former All Pro guard for the Giants, is rejoining the organization as a scout, sources confirmed to ESPN.

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Have the Jaguars improved since late-season collapse? Four key offseason takeaways to consider

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The Jaguars were active in free agency and the NFL draft. Here's where they stand at four key areas that were once a weakness.

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Source: Raiders reach deal with veteran OL Peat

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The Las Vegas Raiders are signing veteran offensive lineman Andrus Peat, a source confirmed to ESPN.