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Team hats have become an NFL draft staple.

NFL Draft Hats 2025: What Does Each Team's Pin Stand For?

A look at all 32 unique pins donning this year's NFL draft hats.

Team hats have become an NFL draft staple.

NFL Draft Hats 2025: What Does Each Team's Pin Stand For?

A look at all 32 unique pins donning this year's NFL draft hats.

New York Jets wide receiver Allen Lazard and Aaron Rodgers on Jan 5, 2025.

Longtime Aaron Rodgers Ally Taking Pay Cut to Stay With Jets Despite QB's Departure

The news was first reported by Over the Cap.

Mel Kiper has been working the NFL draft for ESPN since 1984.

'Throughout the Day, I Don’t Want a Cell Phone Anywhere Near Me': Mel Kiper Explains Fascinating Phone Philosophy

The longtime NFL draft analyst sets the record straight on his cell phone and landline phone usage.

Vrabel was hired as the new head coach of the Patriots earlier this year

Mike Vrabel Had Four Simple Rules for Patriots Players in First Speech to Team

The Vrabel era in New England is off and running, with four rules in place from the outset.

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Watson throws a pass.

Deshaun Watson Makes Bold Comeback Prediction on Instagram

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James on Apr 6, 2025.

LeBron James Shared Cool Moment With His 'Favorite' NFL Player After Lakers’ Win

Ray Lewis celebrates winning Super Bowl XLVII.

Five Words of Advice From Ray Lewis Inspired John Mulaney to Fight For His TV Dreams

Indianapolis Colts kicker Matt Gay kicks a field goal.

Colts Release Kicker Matt Gay After Two Seasons

Washington Commanders defensive tackle Jonathan Allen against the Arizona Cardinals.

Why Jonathan Allen Says He Felt ‘Cheated’ When He Saw Vikings’ Locker Room

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph on Jan 6, 2024.

Steelers TE Had Three-Word Message for Team’s Feelings on QB Mason Rudolph

Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt looks to tackle the offense.

NFL Insider Guesses What T.J. Watt’s Cryptic Post Could Mean for Steelers Negotiations

Abdul Carter will visit the Patriots on Monday.

Abdul Carter to Meet with Patriots on Final Visit Ahead of NFL Draft

Ward (left) and Hunter (right) seem to be locks to go in the top five of the NFL draft, while Sanders's projection has been all over the place.

2025 NFL All-Trades Mock Draft: 32 Deals for 32 Teams

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua celebrates after defeating the Minnesota Vikings.

Puka Nacua Has an Ambitious Plan to Play Pro Basketball After His Football Retirement

Dale Earnhardt Jr. waits for the start of the 16th Annual Hampton Heat at Langley Speedway.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. Explains Why He Gave Up Trademark to Lamar Jackson So Quickly

Tyreek Hill gestures during the Dolphins' 2024 game against the 49ers.

Police Say Tyreek Hill Involved in Domestic Dispute With Wife on Monday

Fields was benched after going 4-2 with Russell Wilson injured

Justin Fields Got Honest About How Steelers' Benching Made Him Uncomfortable

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence speaks to the media at OTAs.

Trevor Lawrence Gives Return Timeline for the 2025 Season After Shoulder Surgery

Brandon Graham walks off the field after a 2023 win over the Giants.

Eagles Great Brandon Graham Leaves Door Open for NFL Return After March Retirement

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Schoen (left) and Dabol (right) might see their jobs depend on the 2025 season. Will that affect their draft decisions?

Mailbag: Will Giants End Up With Abdul Carter, Travis Hunter or a Trade

Sanders has been in the public eye for a few years now, but people are acting like they’re learning new information about him.

Shedeur Sanders’s Stock Isn’t Dropping, This Is Just What the Draft Process Does

Penn State Nittany Lions defensive end Abdul Carter walks off the field following the game against the UCLA Bruins at Beaver Stadium.

2025 NFL Draft Edge Rusher Rankings: Abdul Carter Stands Above the Rest

A longtime defensive coordinator on Purdy: “I like the guy. Better athlete than you would think. As long as he gets the ball out on time, he’s good. Once it’s not clean, he becomes average.”

Brock Purdy Isn’t a Sure Thing: ‘I Think Paying Him $50-Plus Million Is Very Risky’

The Lions fell to a 12-win Commanders team in last year’s NFL playoffs.

Stage Set for Debate Over Lions’ Open NFL Playoff Seeding Proposal

The Bills should once again be back among the top teams in the league next season.

NFL Post-Free Agency Power Rankings: Bills Challenge Eagles for Most Complete Team

Jeanty could become the highest-drafted running back since Saquon Barkley went No. 2 in 2018.

NFL Draft RB Rankings: Ashton Jeanty Headlines Deep Pool of Prospects

Allen was rewarded for his MVP season with a fat new contract.

NFL Player Salaries: Highest-Paid Player at Every Position

Ward is expected to be the No. 1 pick in the draft, and it would take a historic offer for the Titans to trade out of the top spot.

NFL Takeaways: How Cam Ward Emerged As the Likely No. 1 Draft Pick

Smith spent six seasons in Seattle, three as the starter.

Geno Smith Explains Why ‘Stars Are All Aligning’ with Raiders

Fields started six games for the Steelers last season.

The Best- and Worst-Value NFL Free Agent Signings of 2025

Kittle, Joseph and Henry are three of the top players who could be available.

NFL Free Agency 2026: Early Look at Top 23 Players

Tee Higgins, left, and Ja’Marr Chase combined for 200 receptions, 2,619 receiving yards and 27 touchdowns last season.

The NFL’s Best Teams at Every Position After Free Agency

Ward is widely expected to be the No. 1 pick.

Mailbag: How the Top Four Picks in the NFL Draft Should Play Out

Sanders is viewed by most as the No. 2 quarterback prospect in this draft.

2025 NFL Mock Draft 8.0: Shedeur Sanders Finds Home Late in Top 10

Sep 3, 2022; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Georgia Bulldogs defensive lineman Mykel Williams (13) rushes the passer against the Oregon Ducks in the second quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Will the 49ers Draft a Defensive End in Round 1 of the NFL Draft?

Notre Dame cornerback Benjamin Morrison walks with his team during warm ups before a game against Northern Illinois.

Notre Dame Star Named Prospect to Watch for Ravens

Jan 28, 2025; Mobile, AL, USA; American team defensive lineman Omarr Norman-Lott of Tennessee (55) spars with American team offensive lineman Jackson Slater of Sacramento State (67) during Senior Bowl practice for the American team at Hancock Whitney Stadium.

Seahawks hosting former local OL talent for pre-draft visit

Oct 7, 2021; London, England, United Kingdom; A general overall view of the New York Jets, Atlanta Falcons, Miami Dolphins and the Jacksonville Jaguars logos at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Jets Hosting 'Intriguing' Project After 33-TD Season

Oct 7, 2023; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders with son and quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Deion Sanders Makes Encouraging Statement for Steelers

Nov 2, 2024; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks defensive tackle T.J. Sanders (90) celebrates a stop against the Texas A&M Aggies in the second half at Williams-Brice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images

49ers Advised to Draft This Defensive Tackle on Day 2

Sep 15, 2024; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; General view of an Indianapolis Colts helmet during the game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

Colts release former Buccaneers, Super Bowl-winning kicker

Nov 27, 2022; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns managing and principal partner Jimmy Haslam (right) laughs with executive vice president of football operations Andrew Berry before the game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at FirstEnergy Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-Imagn Images

Cleveland Browns' NFL Draft Decision is 'Inevitable,' Analyst Says

Sep 21, 2024; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns wide receiver Isaiah Bond (7) looks over in the second half against the Louisiana Monroe Warhawks at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images

Titans NFL Draft Target Arrested

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