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2024 NFL draft: Pros and cons for every first-round pick

The Chicago Bears did as expected and picked Caleb Williams at No. 1. We look at the pros and cons of every pick in Thursday's opening round. ... Continue Reading

Cowboys eye Elliott reunion amid RB shortage

The Cowboys have yet to fill their running back need, but the return of Ezekiel Elliott looks more and more likely. ... Continue Reading

McVay: Stafford wants more guaranteed money

Rams coach Sean McVay acknowledged a report that Matthew Stafford would like more guaranteed money on his contract, saying, "we're going to try to figure it out." ... Continue Reading

Bengals OK with Burton pick despite concerns

Bengals coach Zac Taylor said the team was comfortable with drafting former Alabama wide receiver Jermaine Burton despite off-field concerns. ... Continue Reading

Colts GM defends rookie Mitchell in profane rant

Colts general manager Chris Ballard fiercely defended Adonai Mitchell against criticisms of his character, calling the condemnations of the rookie wide receiver "bulls---" during a lengthy rant. ... Continue Reading

Eagles trade up, draft Iowa DB DeJean at No. 40

The Eagles moved up in the second round to select versatile Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean on Friday. ... Continue Reading

Nix says critiques of arm strength 'here and gone'

Broncos quarterback Bo Nix said all those pre-draft criticisms of his arm strength are unfounded and won't hold him back as the potential future starter in Denver. ... Continue Reading

Goodell mulls 18 games, SB on long weekend

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell is mulling a future with 18 regular-season games, a Presidents Day weekend Super Bowl Sunday and a significant increase in international games. ... Continue Reading

Penix: I had 'good conversation' with Cousins

Kirk Cousins and Michael Penix Jr. spoke on the phone Thursday night after the Falcons stunningly took Penix with the No. 8 pick in the NFL draft. ... Continue Reading

Bears' Williams: 'No reason to duck' expectations

Williams isn't shying away from the expectations that await him as the No. 1 pick in the NFL draft. ... Continue Reading

Daniels on Commanders' QB history: No pressure

Jayden Daniels says he feels "no pressure" to succeed despite the Commanders' shaky history at quarterback. ... Continue Reading

NFL to allow Guardian Caps during regular season

The NFL will allow players the option of using Guardian Caps in regular-season games to help protect against head injuries, the league confirmed Friday. ... Continue Reading

Analysis of every pick in Rounds 1-3 of the NFL draft

Get insights on all 32 teams' draft picks and trades from our NFL Nation reporters. ... Continue Reading

'Oh Yeah!' Kool-Aid McKinstry adds flavor to NFL nickname game

McKinstry looks to join the unofficial club of players with nicknames that have superseded their given names. ... Continue Reading

Bolts draft McConkey to boost depleted WR corps

The Chargers traded up three spots Friday in the second round of the NFL draft to select Georgia receiver Ladd McConkey. ... Continue Reading