Category Archives: www.espn.com – NFL
Broncos' Payton sure Stidham to be 'ready to go'
Broncos coach Sean Payton says he has complete confidence in Jarrett Stidham, who will start in the AFC Championship Game after Bo Nix's injury.
Jeff Legwold Jan 18, 2026
Al-Shaair keeps eye black message despite fine
Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair wore a message of "stop the genocide" on his eye black Sunday, doing so despite reportedly being fined for it after last week's wild-card round.
www.espn.com - NFL Jan 18, 2026
Green Day to honor MVPs at Super Bowl pregame
Green Day will kick off the Super Bowl with an opening ceremony at Levi's Stadium that celebrates six decades of the championship's history and helps usher generations of Super Bowl MVPs onto the fiel...
www.espn.com - NFL Jan 18, 2026
Which QBs could Vikings add to push, support J.J. McCarthy?
Minnesota can't go into another season without a safety net behind its young signal-caller.
Kevin Seifert Jan 18, 2026
What is Schottenheimer seeking in Eberflus' replacement as the next DC?
Dallas is moving into Phase 2 in the search for a new defensive coordinator -- in-person interviews.
Kevin Seifert Jan 18, 2026
Matt LaFleur's new contract means final goal is a Packers Super Bowl
The 46-year-old got a contract extension despite Green Bay's recent postseason failures.
Rob Demovsky Jan 18, 2026
Sources: Steelers open to Rodgers' return in '26
The Steelers remain open to an Aaron Rodgers reunion in 2026, even though it's unlikely because of Mike Tomlin's resignation, sources told ESPN.
Adam Schefter Jan 18, 2026
Seahawks showcase full arsenal, blow out 49ers
The Seahawks delivered an all-three-phases beatdown of the 49ers, racing to a 17-0 lead and never looking back in a 41-6 win to advance to the NFC title game.
Brady Henderson Jan 17, 2026
Depleted 49ers turn page: Future 'really bright'
The short-handed San Francisco 49ers saw their season end Saturday night, with a 41-6 loss to the Seattle Seahawks, but running back Christian McCaffrey and his teammates spoke after the defeat about ...
Nick Wagoner Jan 17, 2026
Bills' McDermott rips refs' ruling on pivotal INT
Bills coach Sean McDermott wasn't happy with the way officials handled a critical overtime play that resulted in a Broncos interception Saturday, saying it was "too big of a play" not to stop the game...
Alaina Getzenberg Jan 17, 2026