49ers/Rams rivalry makes its way to Australia for NFL opening week
Another chapter of one of the NFL's most iconic rivalries is set to get underway as the Rams and 49ers travel down under for the first ever game in Australia.
Rams' Aaron Donald won't travel to Australia, out Week 1
Los Angeles Rams standout defensive tackle Aaron Donald will not travel to Australia for Thursday night's opener against the San Francisco 49ers and will be inactive, coach Sean McVay announced Tuesday. The Rams want to give Donald more time to ramp up before making his much-anticipated return after two seasons of retirement.
Why does it seem like the Seahawks are flying under the radar?
The Seahawks will be trying to join some rarified air as the 10th repeat Super Bowl champion, so why does it actually seem like they’re flying under radar? Meanwhile, the Patriots seemingly came out of nowhere last season and rode Drake Maye all the way to the big game. What are the realistic expectations in year two of the Mike Vrabel regime? TSN's Farhan Lalji discusses this and more.
Bucs, Mayfield agree to 3-year extension; Mahomes expected to start Chiefs’ opener
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and quarterback Baker Mayfield have reached agreement on a three-year, $165 million contract extension, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter and NFL Network's Ian Rapoport on Tuesday. Patrick Mahomes is expected to start the Kansas City Chiefs’ season opener Monday against the Denver Broncos, according to coach Andy Reid. “There’s a pretty good chance Patrick will go ahead and start, unless something were to come up here in the next couple days,” Reid said Tuesday.
Is this the season for Allen and the Bills?
After a heartbreaking loss to the Broncos in the AFC Divisional round, the Bills have brought in a new head coach Joe Brady, a new top wide receiver in DJ Moore, and will be playing their home games in a new stadium this season, as they continue their quest to win a Super Bowl in Josh Allen's prime.
Maye on facing Seahawks in opener: 'I wouldn't say revenge game, they won the big one'
Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold and Patriots quarterback Drake Maye discuss how they're approaching their season-opener that will be a rematch of last year's Super Bowl.
Aikman on Eisen: This is the best 'MNF' schedule we've ever had
Troy Aikman joins The Rich Eisen Show to share his excitement for the upcoming Monday Night Football schedule.
Stephen A.: Aaron Rodgers has gotten a bad rap to some degree
Stephen A. Smith shares how he thinks Aaron Rodgers will be viewed if the Steelers miss the playoffs this year.
ManningCast: Heist Trailer
2 Brothers, 40 Cameos, 0 Clue. Peyton and Eli have a plan... what could possibly go wrong? Watch the ManningCast: Heist now on ESPN's YouTube Channel.
Healthy Lamar Jackson fired up for Ravens to achieve goal of winning it all
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson was hindered with injuries last season but as he approaches Week 1, he says he's fired up and fully healthy.
Stephen A.: What can go wrong will go wrong for Cowboys
Stephen A. Smith says what can go wrong will go wrong for the Cowboys this season.
'This is massive!': Saturday discusses Cowboys' big loss before the season
The Cowboys will be without Pro Bowl left guard Tyler Smith for at least the first four games of the regular season after he underwent surgery on his left thumb. ESPN's Jeff Saturday discusses Dallas' big loss before the season.
How Christian Gonzalez became the NFL’s highest-paid cornerback
The Patriots and cornerback Christian Gonzalez have agreed to terms on a record-setting four-year, $135 million extension. NFL Network insider Mike Garafolo has more on how Gonzalez became the NFL’s highest-paid CB.
How John Schneider built a winning culture with the Seahawks | Film Never Lies
In the first episode of season two of Film Never Lies, Luke Willson is joined by Seahawks GM John Schneider to discuss how he's built a consistent championship contending team - and ultimately brought two Super Bowl's to Seattle. Schneider gives his account of being on Hard Knocks this summer, how he found out about the Rams' Myles Garrett trade, and reminisces on Luke's time in Seattle and being drafted by John. In the Top 5 presented by Yoder Smokers, Luke lists his top 5 storylines heading into the NFL season.
Report: Gonzalez, Patriots reach four-year, $135M deal
The Patriots and star cornerback Christian Gonzalez have agreed to terms on a four-year, $135 million extension, sources told ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler late Monday night. The deal includes $102 million guaranteed, sources said.
'You got to be kidding me': Seahawks GM shares his reaction to Myles Garrett trade
The 'Film Never Lies with Luke Willson' podcast returns for its second season on Tuesday and Willson's first guest is Seahawks GM John Schneider, who shared how he found out Myles Garrett had been traded to the division rival Rams.
Falcons name Tua Tagovailoa Week 1 starting QB vs. Steelers
Tua Tagovailoa will be the starting quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Sunday's season opener, ending a months-long competition between Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr.
Aaron Donald pleased with progress as Rams' opener nears, coy about Week 1 status
Aaron Donald declined to say whether he will play in the Week 1 opener against the 49ers in Melbourne, Australia. Donald, who initially retired in March 2024, came out of retirement on August 30. He took part in individual drills that day but did not do 11-on-11 until September 6.
MMQB: Are the Rams the team to beat this year?
The Los Angeles Rams are the heavy favourites to win the Super Bowl this year after re-building their superstar roster, but is it a done deal they will cruise to a championship? TSN's NFL analyst Jesse Palmer joins SportsCentre to share his thoughts on this and more in the first Monday Morning Quarterback of the 2026/2027 season.
Schefter to McAfee: Penix needs more time to get ready for Falcons
Adam Schefter discusses the Atlanta Falcons going with Tua Tagovailoa for Week 1 against the Pittsburgh Steelers, and explains why Michael Penix Jr. needs more time to get ready.
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