NFL DRAFT

Mar 20 2026SPORTS

Steelers Scout Rising QB, Rangers Find New Power Hitter

The Pittsburgh team is turning its eyes toward a promising young quarterback from the lower‑tier college ranks, hoping he could fill a key spot while the big league star remains uncertain. The player in question is 23‑year‑old Cole Payton, who played five seasons at North Dakota State and has shown

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Mar 19 2026SPORTS

Rams Backer Supports Longer Draft‑Pick Trade Window

The Rams have pulled back two rule changes that dealt with the two‑point play, a move that cost them a game against the Seahawks last season. Still, their president says he is in favor of another rule tweak that could reshape how teams build rosters. A proposal from the Browns would let clubs trade

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Mar 19 2026SPORTS

Draft Shuffle: New Picks and Big Trades Shake Up the NFL

The 2026 draft is only a month away, and teams are scrambling to grab fresh talent. A surprising trade between the Titans and Jets has changed the order for a few top picks, sending new players to different franchises. The Raiders are set to pick the Heisman winner from Indiana, hoping he can lead t

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Mar 18 2026SPORTS

Draft Day Shuffle: Teams Pick, Trade and Plan Ahead

The 2026 NFL draft starts with the first pick, where a top quarterback from Indiana is expected to go to Las Vegas. The second pick lands a strong edge rusher from Ohio State on the Jets, who have been busy adding defenders. The third pick sees a ready‑made pass rusher from Texas Tech move to Washin

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Mar 16 2026SPORTS

NFL Draft Preview: What Free‑Agency Deals Mean for the 2026 Picks

After a whirlwind week of free‑agency deals, teams are turning their focus to the upcoming draft. While big contracts were signed and veteran players moved on, the next step for many franchises is to strengthen their rosters with young talent. The mock draft presented here highlights how teams might

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Mar 03 2026SPORTS

Future Stars: What the 2026 NFL Draft Could Look Like

The 2026 draft is almost here, and CBS Sports has flipped its mock to reflect new trends after the combine. The biggest change is a trade that would move the Buffalo Bills into the top ten to grab a new wide‑receiver. The Bills want more weapons for Josh Allen after criticism of their offense las

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Feb 27 2026SPORTS

Browns Eye New Quarterback Moves

The Cleveland team is busy thinking about its future at the quarterback spot. Every weekday, a local show called “Sports 4 CLE” talks about football plans. Three experts join the conversation: a reporter from The Chronicle‑Telegram, an editor from cleveland. com, and a pro‑football analyst.

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Feb 24 2026SPORTS

The Draft Dream: How Seattle Keeps Building a Super‑Bowl Team

Seattle has become known for picking the right players at the NFL Draft. Their recent choices show how a good scouting crew can shape a team’s future. The 2022 draft gave the Seahawks a group of players who are now key starters. A left tackle, a running back, an edge rusher and a few defensiv

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Feb 12 2026SPORTS

Raiders Eye Big Wide‑Receiver Move for New QB

The Las Vegas Raiders are planning a major overhaul of their passing attack after picking up rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza. Without a clear top target, the team must add a proven wide‑receiver to give Mendoza a reliable option. Free‑agency offers look thin, as most elite receivers are ei

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Jan 23 2026SPORTS

Fernando Mendoza: From College Champ to NFL Dream

Fernando Mendoza, the star quarterback from Indiana, has made a big move. He's skipping his final college year to join the NFL draft. This decision comes after an incredible season where he led his team to a perfect 16-0 record and won the Heisman Trophy. Mendoza is expected to be the first pick in

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