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Panthers to pick up 5th-year option on QB Young
The Panthers will pick up the fifth-year option on quarterback Bryce Young, who showed "flashes of greatness" while leading Carolina to the playoffs this season, general manager Dan Morgan said Tuesda...
David Newton Jan 13, 2026
Lions confronting a lost 2025: 'If we're not in the dance ... it's a failure'
After a stunning playoff miss, Detroit believes the pain of 2025 could sharpen its push in 2026 and beyond.
Eric Woodyard Jan 13, 2026
Can the Giants land John Harbaugh?
There is mutual interest between Harbaugh and the Giants, according to sources aware of the situation.
Jordan Raanan Jan 13, 2026
Nine openings, nine predictions: Who will land in Baltimore, Pittsburgh, New York?
Could three coaches who were just fired immediately find new NFL teams?
Dan Graziano Jan 13, 2026
Resurgence of Vance Joseph: How the former Broncos head coach has keyed the defense
Joseph's work as D-coordinator has again made him a hot head coaching candidate.
Jeff Legwold Jan 13, 2026
'Best defense' steals show in Texans' wild-card win
The Texans' defense came into the postseason viewed as one of the league's best and showed why in their 30-6 wild-card win over Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers on Monday night.
DJ Bien-Aime Jan 12, 2026
Rodgers backs Tomlin: 'Absolute joke' if on hot seat
On Monday, as the Pittsburgh Steelers dropped a fifth straight playoff game by double digits, coach Mike Tomlin endured "Fire Tomlin" chants from fans during his team's 30-6 loss to the Houston Texans...
Brooke Pryor Jan 12, 2026
'Not even in that mindset': Tomlin on future with Steelers tops wild-card round quotes
The opening of the NFL's playoff slate gave fans highlight plays and headline-worthy quotes.
ESPN staff Jan 12, 2026
Texans' Collins carted off with concussion in win
Texans Pro Bowl wide receiver Nico Collins left Monday night's win over the Steelers on a cart because of a concussion.
DJ Bien-Aime Jan 12, 2026
Mack: Herbert shouldn't shoulder weight of loss
Chargers vet LB Khalil Mack said he hopes Justin Herbert stops "putting everything on his shoulders" after another disappointing playoff loss.
Kris Rhim Jan 12, 2026