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Mike Vrabel says he takes accountability for distraction, doesn't address specifics
Kyle Hightower, Associated Press | Updated April 24 - 7:04 a.m. | Save Story
Patriots coach Mike Vrabel said he is taking accountability for actions that have created a distraction for New England without addressing specifics about photos published recently of him with longtime NFL reporter Dianna Russini at an Arizona resort.
QB Fernando Mendoza, edge rusher David Bailey, running back Jeremiyah Love go 1-2-3 in the NFL draft
Rob Maaddi, Associated Press | Posted April 23 - 11:41 p.m. | Save Story
Fernando Mendoza's journey from overlooked two-star recruit to the top of the NFL draft is complete after the Las Vegas Raiders took him with the first pick on Thursday night. Turning the Raiders into a contender is the next challenge for the Heisman Trophy winner who led Indiana to its first national championship. The 22-year-old quarterback wasn't in the Steel City for the festivities, choosing instead to celebrate with family and friends at home in Miami. Mendoza's selection was expected for months. The intrigue began at No. 2 with the New York Jets, who selected Texas Tech edge rusher David Bailey over Ohio State edge Arvell Reese. Arizona took Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love with the third pick.
A look at all the 1st round picks of the 2026 NFL draft
KSL Sports | Posted April 23 - 11:22 p.m. | Save Story
The first round of the 2026 NFL draft has come and gone, with Indiana's Fernando Mendoza being selecting No. 1 overall to the Las Vegas Raiders.
Plenty of high-end talent available for NFL teams on Day 2 of draft after some early surprises
Arnie Stapleton, Associated Press | Posted April 23 - 10:57 p.m. | Save Story
A year after Shedeur Sanders' stunning fall from first-round hopeful to late-round draft pick, another perplexing passer was all the buzz at the NFL draft Thursday night.
George Pickens is planning to sign $27.3 million franchise tag with Cowboys, AP sources say
Schuyler Dixon, Associated Press | Updated April 23 - 10:29 p.m. | Save Story
Dallas Cowboys receiver George Pickens is planning to sign the $27.3 million franchise tag after the club declared it wouldn't negotiate a long-term contract this offseason, two people with knowledge of the decision said Thursday.
Jets take Texas Tech's Bailey, Oregon's Sadiq and Indiana's Cooper in busy 1st round
Dennis Waszak Jr., Associated Press | Updated April 23 - 9:49 p.m. | Save Story
David Bailey loves making quarterbacks miserable. Kenyon Sadiq thrives on catching passes and doling out bone-rattling blocks. Omar Cooper Jr. enjoys having the ball in his hands to make a play, wherever that might be on the field.
QB Fernando Mendoza, edge rusher David Bailey, running back Jeremiyah Love go 1-2-3 in the NFL draft
Rob Maaddi, Associated Press | Updated April 23 - 9:41 p.m. | Save Story
Fernando Mendoza's journey from overlooked two-star recruit to the top of the NFL draft is complete after the Las Vegas Raiders took him with the first pick on Thursday night.
Chiefs assistant coach Dave Merritt charged in suburban KC with misdemeanor domestic battery
The Associated Press | Updated April 23 - 9:28 p.m. | Save Story
Kansas City Chiefs assistant coach Dave Merritt was charged Thursday with misdemeanor domestic battery after a complaint filed by the district attorney in Johnson County, Kansas, accused him of causing bodily harm to a daughter.
Utah OT Spencer Fano drafted 9th overall by Cleveland Browns
KSL Sports | Posted April 23 - 7:15 p.m. | Save Story
Sitting in the living with his friends and family, Utah offensive tackle Spencer Fano stared at a stash of hats representing each of the 32 teams in the NFL.
Falcons' James Pearce Jr. agrees to enter pretrial intervention program to resolve 3 felony charges
Charles Odum, Associated Press | Posted April 23 - 12:09 p.m. | Save Story
Atlanta Falcons edge rusher James Pearce Jr. has agreed to enter a pretrial intervention program which his attorneys say will allow him to resolve three felony charges stemming from what police called a domestic dispute on Feb. 7 with his ex-girlfriend Rickea Jackson, a WNBA player.
Patriots coach Mike Vrabel is seeking counseling and will miss Day 3 of the NFL draft
Rob Maaddi, Associated Press | Updated April 23 - 6:39 a.m. | Save Story
New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel is seeking counseling and will not be with the team for Day 3 of the NFL Draft on Saturday, following the publication of photos of the coach and longtime NFL reporter Dianna Russini at an Arizona resort.
Cowboys plan for George Pickens to play on franchise tag in 2026 without long-term deal
Schuyler Dixon, Associated Press | Updated April 22 - 3:43 p.m. | Save Story
The Dallas Cowboys are planning for George Pickens to play on the franchise tag this year and won't negotiate with the star receiver or his agent on a long-term contract, executive vice president of personnel Stephen Jones said Wednesday.
Jerry Jones shares a moment with old friend Bill Clinton as Cowboys prep for NFL draft
Schuyler Dixon, Associated Press | Posted April 22 - 3:35 p.m. | Save Story
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones had an old friend drop by on the final day of preparations for the NFL draft: former President Bill Clinton.
Mike Vrabel says he's had difficult conversations after publication of photos with NFL reporter
Kyle Hightower, Associated Press | Updated April 22 - 6:06 a.m. | Save Story
Mike Vrabel said Tuesday that he's had "difficult conversations with people I care about," including his family, his coaching staff and players, following the publication of photos of the Patriots coach and longtime NFL reporter Dianna Russini at an Arizona resort. The photos were of Vrabel and Russini at a Sedona resort and were taken before the annual NFL meetings that began in Phoenix on March 29, according to the New York Post, which published the photos. Vrabel and Russini, who are both married, released written statements to the Post after the publication of the story downplaying what the photos depict. But Russini resigned from The Athletic less than a week later after the Post's report prompted an internal investigation at The New York Times-owned sports outlet.
Fernando Mendoza, Diego Pavia, KC Concepcion headline long list of Latino prospects in NFL draft
The Associated Press | Updated April 21 - 12:25 p.m. | Save Story
Fernando Mendoza and Diego Pavia pulled off an unprecedented double at the Heisman Trophy ceremony in December. It marked the first time in the award's history that two Latino players were finalists.
Eagles, Buccaneers, Cowboys, Jets and Dolphins could be among the active teams in the first round
Rob Maaddi, Associated Press | Posted April 21 - 4:00 a.m. | Save Story
Six teams enter the first round of the NFL draft without a pick. Six others have two picks apiece.
49ers agree to a 2-year, $50 million contract with star left tackle Trent Williams
Josh Dubow, Associated Press | Updated April 20 - 4:56 p.m. | Save Story
The San Francisco 49ers and star left tackle Trent Williams agreed Monday to a two-year, $50 million contract that gives the team clarity about the future of one of its most important players before the NFL draft.
Steelers are still waiting to hear from Aaron Rodgers about returning for a 22nd season
Will Graves, Associated Press | Updated April 20 - 4:30 p.m. | Save Story
Aaron Rodgers is still weighing whether he wants to play in 2026. The Pittsburgh Steelers are still willing to give him plenty of latitude to decide.
Cowboys make Brandon Aubrey the NFL's highest-paid kicker with a $28 million, 4-year contract
Schuyler Dixon, Associated Press | Posted April 20 - 12:01 p.m. | Save Story
The Dallas Cowboys and Brandon Aubrey agreed Monday on a $28 million, four-year contract extension that completes his improbable rise from playing in a spring league to becoming the highest-paid kicker in NFL history.
