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It will be an all-AFC West affair when the NFL returns to Brazil in Week 1. The Chiefs will face the Chargers on Friday, Sept. 5, at Corinthians Arena in São Paulo in a game that will stream for free on YouTube.

Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins, coming off two consecutive 1,000-yard receiving seasons, is suddenly the unquestioned leader at his position, and he's both excited and motivated to fast track his rookie teammates' development.

From folk hero at Arizona State to rookie in the Big Apple, New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo is ready to prove himself -- and his running style -- all over again.

Buffalo Bills running back James Cook was tight-lipped about a potential holdout due to his contract when asked Saturday, saying he didn't want to talk about it at the moment and "however it works out, it works out."

Broncos rookie running back RJ Harvey is aiming to be even better than a pair of former greats under Sean Payton -- Darren Sproles and Alvin Kamara -- as he gets underway in his rookie year with Denver.

Travis Hunter got his first extended chance to work at wide receiver for the Jacksonville Jaguars during their rookie minicamp. Unlike the rest of the 2025 draft class, he'll divert his focus to include working with the opposite side of the ball next week.

The San Francisco 49ers inked star tight end George Kittle to a $19.1 million extension, making him the highest paid TE in the NFL. 

Philadelphia did nothing in the 2025 NFL Draft to potentially replace tight end Dallas Goedert, nor did Eagles general manager Howie Roseman give an firm answer regarding the tight end's future following the event.

Broncos Sean Payton said deciding to draft tight end Caleb Lohner was hard given the former college basketball player's limited football experience, but the Denver head coach also sees a lot to work with in the 6-foot-7 prospect. 

Last but not least, Memphis defensive back Kobee Minor is officially the Mr. Irrelevant of the 2025 NFL Draft. The New England Patriots selected Minor with the No. 257 overall pick to wrap up the three-day event.

Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels took the world by storm his rookie season. He's well aware that he'll catch no one unaware in Year 2, and he's motivated to stay ahead of the curve as opposing defenses adjust to a full season's worth of his tape.

New England Patriots defensive tackle Milton Williams is ready for the challenge of chasing down Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen to recapture AFC East supremacy, and he's looking forward to doing so with teammates like Keion White.

Lions general manager Brad Holmes has built a dominant contender in Detroit. His goal with the draft looming less than a week away is to keep it that way, making sure to avoid the pitfall of valuing immediate needs over landing the best players.

The Chicago Bears struggled during the first year of the Caleb Williams era. After a year to forget with the Los Angeles Rams, guard Jonah Jackson can relate, and he hopes he and the team can bounce back together.

A number of NFL players took to the seas this weekend for the third edition of the Sports Fishing Championship's "The Catch" competition.

Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton expressed optimism about a contract extension on Saturday, saying contract talks are moving in the "right direction."

He said it when he first joined the Cleveland Browns, and he reiterated it this weekend: Kenny Pickett intends to take the reins in his second chance at a possible starting gig.

Lions defensive end Aidan Hutchinson believes he's at the end of the rehab process for his broken leg, with just a few final tests to pass before he's in the clear ahead of Detroit's offseason work.

Dak Prescott still has plenty of time before Week 1 of the 2025 NFL season. If he needed too, though, the Dallas Cowboys quarterback believes he's recovered enough from last season's hamstring injury that he could suit up for a game right now.

Many things made tight end Evan Engram feel the Broncos were a fit during free agency. Principle among those reasons was Bo Nix, a rookie revelation for Denver last season who cemented himself as the team's quarterback of the future.

An apparent one-and-done with the Falcons after eight seasons as a Bronco, Justin Simmons is again on the market looking for a team. He's waiting for the best situation, with the intent to sign earlier than the August deal he inked last year.

One of the best left tackles of the past decade is calling it a career. Terron Armstead is retiring after 12 NFL seasons split between the New Orleans Saints and Miami Dolphins, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported Saturday.

Mike Macdonald is playing catch up getting to know his new QB1 after the Seattle Seahawks signed Sam Darnold to kick off free agency, but he likes the drives he sees from the quarterback thus far.

The Tennessee Titans met with quarterback prospect Shedeur Sanders' camp following Colorado's Friday pro day and agreed to cancel his previously scheduled private workout.

Just a month after trading for him, the Raiders have agreed to terms with Geno Smith on a two-year extension, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported Thursday. 

Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin said Pittsburgh is not operating on a deadline to sign Aaron Rodgers, explaining the team is still evaluating all options and used the recent meeting with the MVP quarterback to get to know him better as a person.

Head coach Mike Vrabel believes New England added competition and premium players at every level on defense in free agency, a foundation the Patriots will try to continue to build on through the draft and offseason program to turn things back around.

After a year away, new Baltimore Ravens cornerback Chidobe Awuzie is back in the AFC North. It's exactly where he wants to be and, having switched uniforms to a former rival, with the team he feels has all the right pieces.

Defensive lineman Cameron Heyward has been around for years, part of a Pittsburgh Steelers team known for building conservatively. Now, heading into Year 15, he's taken notice of the team's emphatic push for serious contention.

For much of the lead-up to free agency, the focus in Tampa Bay was on whether or not the Buccaneers could retain wide receiver Chris Godwin. Now that he's back, the storyline turns to his eventual return to the field following a season-ending ankle injury.

Houston just took care of one of its own. The Texans have agreed to terms with cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. on a three-year, $90 million extension that includes $89 million guaranteed, per Ian Rapoport.

The Bengals have agreed to terms with wide receivers Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins on four-year contract extensions, NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero reported on Sunday. Chase's deal is for $161 million, while Higgins' extension is for $115 million.

The Minnesota Vikings are acquiring running back Jordan Mason from the 49ers in exchange for a 2025 pick swap (Minnesota's No. 160 for San Francisco's No. 187) and a 2026 sixth-round pick, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero reported.

It turns out you can go home again, and Mike Williams feels he's better for it. The wideout returned to the Los Angeles Chargers this week after a season away. In his introductory news conference, he made clear leaving had never been his intention.

More money coming due did nothing to move the Falcons off Kirk Cousins. Atlanta is keeping him on its roster through Saturday at 4 p.m. ET, meaning his $10 million roster bonus for 2026 becomes fully guaranteed, NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero reported.

Not one, not two, not three, but enough to get the Baltimore Ravens where they want to go. That's how many touchdowns wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins is aiming to combine for with new teammates Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry.

Cooper Kupp is staying in the NFC West. The Seattle Seahawks have agree to terms with the former Los Angeles Rams wideout on a three-year, $45 million contract, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport, Tom Pelissero and Mike Garafolo reported on Friday.

Unable to find a trade partner, the Rams have moved on from Cooper Kupp all on their own. Los Angeles released the All-Pro wideout following eight seasons together.

DeAndre Hopkins is hopping over to the other side of the Chiefs-Ravens rivalry. Baltimore is signing the three-time All-Pro wideout to a one-year, $6 million contract, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported Tuesday.

The Minnesota Vikings have agreed to terms with cornerback Byron Murphy on a three-year, $66 million contract, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero reported Monday.

The Seattle Seahawks are signing Sam Darnold to a three-year, $100.5 million contract, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport, Mike Garafolo and Tom Pelissero reported.

After several talks with Derek Carr about his 2025 compensation, the New Orleans Saints are converting most of his salary this year into a signing bonus, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo reported Saturday.

The Baltimore Ravens have agreed to terms with left tackle Ronnie Stanley, the team announced Saturday. Stanley's deal is for three years and worth $60 million, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported shortly after.

Los Angeles general manager Les Snead said Wednesday that wide receiver Cooper Kupp returning to the Rams next season is the "least likely" scenario.

Los Seahawks acaban de hacer oficial la salida de Tyler Lockett, uno de sus jugadores más emblemáticos de la última década. La noticia llegó este miércoles, poniendo fin a una colaboración que dejó huella en la historia del equipo.

The Seattle Seahawks are releasing wide receiver Tyler Lockett, the team announced Wednesday. Lockett's release ends a successful decade-long partnership, during which Lockett racked up 661 receptions for 8,594 yards and 61 touchdowns. He departs Seattle second in the franchise record books in all three categories.

Los Angeles permitting quarterback Matthew Stafford to gauge his value with other clubs has provided plenty of hoopla for the offseason. As far as Rams head coach Sean McVay is concerned, the goal remains using the information to keep his QB on the team.

Travis Kelce has unfinished business. The Kansas City Chiefs tight end is expected to return for a 13th NFL season, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported Tuesday.

Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott spoke to reporters Monday at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine, taking a wide-angle approach to Josh Allen's MVP journey and harkening back to the seven seasons the two have spent together.

Falcons CEO and NFL Competition Committee co-chair Rich McKay said Sunday the league will look at moving both the spot of a touchback to the receiving team's 35-yard line and the kickoff line 5 yards backward, NFL Network's Judy Battista reported.

Heading into free agency on the other side of 30, Cleveland Browns quarterback Jameis Winston knows he must refine his game. In order to do so, he's looking to some of the greats at taking care of the football -- Aaron Rodgers and Russell Wilson.

Dolphins safety Jevon Holland, a pending free agent, took note of Miami's social media team excluding him in a recent Instagram post to celebrate Valentine's Day, reading between the lines that it might mean he's on his way out.

Giants pass rusher Kayvon Thibodeaux's third NFL campaign was derailed somewhat by a midseason injury, but he still feels there's plenty of more room to grow heading into a crucial offseason.

The Cincinnati Bengals are focused on getting a long-term deal done with wide receiver Tee Higgins and hope a franchise tag won't be needed, NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero reported. 

Seahawks general manager John Schneider said Seattle is aware of its deficiencies heading into the offseason and has a plan to address everything needed to hopefully return the team to the playoffs.

Fresh off a massive performance in Philadelphia's Super Bowl LIX victory, Eagles pass rusher Josh Sweat said he needs to balance money and fit when signing his next contract.

Dick Jauron, who served as head coach of both the Chicago Bears and Buffalo Bills, died Saturday at the age of 74.

Texans wide receiver Nico Collins recognizes that Houston struggled with some injuries during the 2024 season and departed the playoffs with a bad taste of defeat, but he also feels the team knows what it'll take to make the next jump.

Players and coaches from the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs fielded questions at Caesars Superdome on Super Bowl Opening Night in New Orleans about everything from Super Bowl LIX, the week ahead and beyond.

Cooper Kupp announced Monday that the Rams are seeking to trade him "immediately" and will be working with the club to find the "right" destination. 

Despite losing yet another coordinator, Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield is happy for Liam Coen getting the opportunity to coach the Jacksonville Jaguars and believes he will benefit Trevor Lawrence greatly.

The Las Vegas Raiders are hiring Ohio State offensive coordinator Chip Kelly as their next offensive coordinator, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported Sunday.

The defending Super Bowl-champion Kansas City Chiefs and their NFC challengers the Philadelphia Eagles touched down in New Orleans on Sunday, seven days out from Super Bowl LIX.

Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans shared he would "definitely like to play" flag football in the 2028 Olympics if he is retired by then.

Philadelphia Eagles right tackle Lane Johnson told reporters he is not retiring after Super Bowl LIX no matter the result as he intends to play for a 13th season.

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Adam Thielen, who is set to turn 35 a few weeks before the 2025 regular season begins, appears to be leaning toward playing another year, saying recently he still has some more football in him.

The Cowboys are hiring Cardinals offensive line coach Klayton Adams as their new offensive coordinator, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport, Tom Pelissero and Mike Garafolo reported.

Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill spoke about his previous comments that indicated a possible departure from Miami, explaining that they stemmed from being frustrated and that he deserved to feel such a way.

Bills offensive coordinator Joe Brady has pulled himself out of the Saints' head coaching search and elected to remain with the team, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero reported Saturday.

Despite bending often against the Texans, Kansas City's defense not only refused to break, but broke back, shattering Houston's best-laid plans with a smothering pass rush during the Chiefs' 23-14 Divisional Round win.

Jacksonville's Arik Armstead plans to move back to being an interior rusher next season, something he believes will help him excel again and wanted to do in the first place with the Jaguars.

With snow forecast in Philadelphia for Sunday's Divisional Round game against the Los Angeles Rams, Eagles running back Saquon Barkley plans to phone a friend who has been there before: LeSean McCoy. 

Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield followed up a stellar regular season with a tremendous wild-card performance, but his late fumble is what will stick with him after costing Tampa Bay in its 23-20 loss on Sunday to Washington.

In his first playoff game as a Raven, Derrick Henry proved every bit as valuable as he had all season, punishing the Steelers with 26 carries for 186 yards and two touchdowns on the way to a 28-14 wild-card win in Baltimore.

The Los Angeles Chargers failed to live up to their established identity in Saturday's 32-12 loss to the Houston Texans -- a defeat marred most surprisingly by quarterback Justin Herbert's four interceptions.

NFL.com's Bobby Kownack breaks down three things to watch for when the Minnesota Vikings and Los Angeles Rams face off Monday on Wild Card Weekend.

The Indianapolis Colts have fired defensive coordinator Gus Bradley following three seasons with the team. 

The Detroit Lions won Sunday night's regular-season finale over the Minnesota Vikings, clinching their conference's No. 1 seed, a first-round bye and home-field advantage throughout the playoffs -- plus bragging rights as the NFC North champions to boot.

The Cincinnati Bengals have done all they can to keep a playoff berth possible pending Sunday's results. Both head coach Zac Taylor and quarterback Joe Burrow are confident in what's possible in the postseason after their five-game winning streak.

A worse year than his first has not shaken Shane Steichen's confidence. As Indianapolis heads into the final weekend of the regular season without a chance to reach the playoffs, pessimism is sure to abound -- just not in the Colts head coach's office.