Bradley Locker

Cameron Ward ‘s surroundings should catalyze growth: The No. 1 overall pick displayed his playmaking ability and now has two legitimate receivers to augment his play.

Downs' versatile skills should translate on the inside: Downs' grading profile, paired with his instincts and athleticism, suggest a fairly seamless transition to the pros.

Chiefs – Seahawks tops the list: Week 7's game features four of the last seven Super Bowl winners, plus Patrick Mahomes against an elite defense.

One of the highlights of every new campaign is witnessing formerly struggling teams reaching unexpected heights. At least a handful of teams should follow a similar arc in 2026, with a handful of dwellers finding themselves suddenly leading the pack in their divisions.

As OTAs and training camps get underway, organizations should continue to whittle down rosters in coaches' and front offices' visions. That means that even more trades should be on the horizon, and these 15 players are prime candidates to find a new home.

The Bears ‘ defense could trouble Caleb Williams ‘ third year: Chicago's defense placed 21st in EPA per play and still lacks reliable contributors, especially along its front.

Whether a burgeoning name or a veteran whose tenure as a starter may be shrinking, almost every NFL player has something at stake in 2026. But for these 10 specific talents, this upcoming season projects as a make-or-break one at this stage in their careers.

Colston Loveland looks like the next dominant tight end: The Bears stud was the second-best receiver at the position from Week 9 onward and is poised to join the elite ranks in no time.

Over the last decade, selections outside of the first round have conjured a number of names who have way outplayed their draft slot. Let's rank the 20 best such candidates, weighing a combination of draft position, cumulative performance and longevity. In other words, this ranking isn't simply

With the long-awaited trade now complete, Bradley Locker breaks down how A.J. Brown can help unlock another element to Drake Maye and the Patriots' offense.