Which teams stand out in 11, 12, 13, 21 and 22 personnel groupings? We looked back at the 2025 season and then gave an outlook for the top offenses in 2026.

The Cincinnati Bengals have restructured quarterback Joe Burrow's contract, freeing up $10 million in cap space for the upcoming season.

Five law firms were accused of scheming to defraud the NFL's concussion settlement fund of more than $87 million.

For the second time in three days, wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk seemingly aimed some harsh comments at the San Francisco 49ers for how they have handled his situation over the past couple of years.

Browns coach Todd Monken said he is unlikely to name a starting quarterback between Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders at the conclusion of mandatory minicamp on Thursday.

Ravens defensive end Calais Campbell believes his 19th season in the NFL will be his final one.

Kyler Murray said the most difficult part of the transition to Minnesota from Arizona has been splitting reps with J.J. McCarthy and the rest of the Vikings' quarterbacks as part of the competition.

Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez, who is eligible for a contract extension, reported for mandatory minicamp this week after skipping most of the voluntary program.

Veteran Kirk Cousins doesn't see himself as a mentor to rookie Fernando Mendoza and the rest of the Raiders quarterbacks, suggesting the group is "a working force together."

NFL Nation frames minicamp storylines, including Jalen Hurts, Patrick Mahomes and QBs in Arizona and Minnesota.

Are Baker Mayfield and Sam Darnold headed for big extensions? Can Bryce Young level up again? When will Fernando Mendoza start?

We stacked last season's last-place finishers in each division by their chances to jump all the way to first.

Jonathan Taylor, DeForest Buckner and Quenton Nelson are headed toward the last year of their deals.

Week 2 of OTAs is underway with 17 teams, and ESPN's NFL Nation shares news and insights from every practice.

From the moment the trade was announced, San Francisco began to prepare for a tougher Week 1.

Kenneth Walker is being asked to lift the Chiefs' offense more than any running back before in the Mahomes era. Can he?

"This is an attacking front, and that's kind of my style," the edge rusher says of his new team in Cleveland.

More than 15 coaches, players and execs shed light on the back-to-back trades that happened on a key June day.

The NFL trade deadline isn't until November, but we're making early predictions on 10 players.

During Sunday's UFL playoffs semifinal, Mintze was asked about his "two-week sabbatical from his real job." Mintze's response? "Allegedly."

Avoiding common pitfalls can keep your draft on track for success.

What is Cam Skattebo's ceiling as he returns to a Giants squad that is expected to feature the run game?

ESPN's Football Power Index ratings are live. These simulations of the 2026 season provide playoff chances, potential draft order and our 1-32 team ranking.

100 things to know, including bold predictions, fantasy sleepers and injury buzz.

Jazz Chisholm clapped back at chants of "overrated" in Cleveland on Tuesday night, homering in the eighth inning to lift the Yankees to a 3-2 win over the Guardians.

Braden Montgomery hit a two-run homer in the 10th inning of his rousing major league debut to rally the White Sox past the Braves 6-5.

Braves right fielder Ronald Acuña Jr. left Tuesday's game at Chicago in the fourth inning with left hamstring tightness. He is considered day-to-day and will have an MRI on Wednesday.

Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo went to bat for Ketel Marte on Tuesday, saying any idea that the star second baseman is fracturing the Arizona clubhouse "couldn't be further from the truth."

Paul Skenes, the Pirates ace, recently found himself at a Little League practice in Pittsburgh. He described his stop to hang out with the Little Leaguers as an important reminder of why he started playing baseball in the first place.

The Chicago Cubs are expected to be without starter Jameson Taillon until after the All-Star break due to a strained left hamstring.

The Milwaukee Brewers have signed outfield prospect Luis Lara to a seven-year contract extension, the team announced Tuesday.

Angels pitcher Jack Kochanowicz needs Tommy John surgery and is expected to be sidelined through the 2027 season. Yoan Moncada needs surgery on his balky right knee.

Here's the latest on baseball's labor negotiations from MLB HQ in New York.

Underneath the site tour and the glitzy entrances, the A's Vegas preview still felt like big league baseball in a minor league stadium.

Is your team going to make a midsummer splash? Here's how the next few weeks could decide the season.

Where should Detroit send the best pitcher on the planet? Here are our best offers for the Tigers ace.

After a historically bad October, L.A.'s young center fielder is making a name for himself on a roster full of superstars.

Bryce Harper or Freddie Freeman? Ben Rice or Nick Kurtz? Here's our latest look at who will make it to Philly.

We examine how caps function in other pro sports to find out what it means for baseball's ongoing CBA negotiations.

The 2025 NL Cy Young award winner hung out and played catch with the little leaguers for about two hours.

All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

Everything fantasy baseball managers need to know about which closers should be added, dropped and more.

Not even MLB's most advanced technology can replicate the dominant San Diego Padres closer.

Every MLB team's odds to win the 2026 World Series, led by the Dodgers. The Brewers are coming on strong.

In the biggest city in the NBA, the league's biggest man found a rare moment of peace -- and used it to drive his team back into an NBA Finals most experts said was over.

Spurs star Victor Wembanyama will not receive a flagrant foul for his shove to the upper body of Knicks guard Jalen Brunson in Game 3.

Victor Wembanyama was among players on both the Spurs and Knicks to condemn the videos permeating social media of apparent New York fans physically attacking Spurs supporters.

The Knicks called getting Karl-Anthony Towns more involved late in games a priority after their offense stalled in the Game 3 loss to the Spurs.

Victor Wembanyama had 32 points, eight rebounds and six assists in his first NBA Finals win Monday night as the Spurs returned to their "brand of basketball" to cut the Knicks' series lead to 2-1.

Knicks coach Mike Brown criticized the officiating in Game 3 of the NBA Finals after the Spurs shot 24 free throws in the second half to New York's eight.

An NBA Finals viewing party in Manhattan on Monday turned "incredibly reckless," New York City police claimed after eight people were arrested.

Thunder GM Sam Presti supported center Chet Holmgren following their disappointing playoff exit and hit back against the nagging criticism star guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander gets for his foul-drawing.

Atlanta Hawks head coach Quin Snyder has agreed to a multiyear contract extension

The Timberwolves' new designs are what the team calls a blend of familiar pieces of franchise history.

Brunson's appeal in New York centers around one fundamental idea: People might appreciate glitz and glamour -- but they respect guts and guile even more.

The Knicks will reach the Finals: A+. Ace Bailey will lead all rookies in scoring: D. Let's reevaluate 30 predictions from last October.

Let's break down Game 3 from all angles, then evaluate what it means for Game 4 and beyond.

Here's what our NBA insiders are hearing, including the latest on where Giannis Antetokounmpo could end up this offseason.

What lies ahead for the Thunder, Cavs, Pistons, Lakers, Warriors and every eliminated team?

San Antonio's win in Game 3 created a big shift to the odds, but New York remains the favorites as the Knicks head into Game 4 with a 2-1 series lead.

Celebrities have been out in style courtside at the NBA playoffs.

A group of Catholic sisters have gone viral for their decades-long dedication to their hometown team. If their prayers are answered, the Wemby Era will begin with a Spurs win.

Handpicked by Wemby, the Spurs' 83-member fan club turns Section 114 into a roaring, choreographed spectacle.

Two teams, 30 players, one series. We rank every player who could take the court in this year's NBA Finals, starting with each team's MVP.

Carolina had an early lead and managed to hold off Las Vegas. Here's what it means, with a look ahead.

Jordan Staal scored his second goal of the game while stretched out on his stomach to put the Hurricanes ahead for good in their 5-3 victory over the Golden Knights, evening the Stanley Cup Final at 2-2.

The NHLPA expects a full NHL investigation of coach Mike Babcock's brief tenure in Columbus in 2023 before the Oilers can hire him, sources told ESPN.

The Hurricanes turned their crease over to Brandon Bussi for Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final, and in his first playoff start, he delivered Tuesday, stopping 18 of 21 shots as Carolina outlasted the Vegas Golden Knights 5-3 to tie the series at 2.

Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog on Tuesday won the Mark Messier NHL Leadership Award and the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy.

The Wild signed Michael McCarron to a six-year, $20M contract, taking an impending free agent off the market after his productive arrival following a midseason trade.

Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin has requested a trade by submitting a three-team list of desired destinations, a person familiar with discussions confirmed to The Associated Press on Monday.

The Los Angeles Kings are hiring Peter Laviolette as their new head coach, sources told ESPN on Monday.

From All-Stars and award winners down to diamonds in the rough, here's who will be available this summer.

Nearly 15% of NHL players in 2025-26 were undrafted, including six playing in the Stanley Cup Final.

The Stanley Cup Final is now a best-of-three, with Game 5 taking place on Thursday in Raleigh.

The next wave of future NHL players descended on Buffalo for interviews and testing. Here's what we learned.

Which difference-makers could be swapping franchises this summer?

Three Carolina defensemen have recently expanded their families. Here's how the team has helped them juggle the new responsibilities.

The NHL's "Stanley Pup" is a friendly competition featuring adoptable rescue dogs that's airing in the U.S. and Canada on Monday.

Who could be next season's Trevor Zegras or Kirby Dach? Here are 12 candidates from around the league.