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Sources: 49ers pass on Williams option, eye deal

Nick WagonerMar 20, 2026, 04:06 PM ET

CloseNick Wagoner is an NFL reporter at ESPN. Nick has covered the San Francisco 49ers since 2016, having previously covered the St. Louis Rams for 12 years, including three years (2013 to 2015) at ESPN. In over a decade with the company, Nick has led ESPN’s coverage of the Niners’ 2019 and 2023 Super Bowl run, Colin Kaepernick’s protest, the Rams making Michael Sam the first openly gay player drafted to the NFL, Sam’s subsequent pursuit of a roster spot and the team’s relocation and stadium saga.Open Extended Reactions

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Could Cam Jordan be a Chief? Unpacking KC’s free agency, and what’s next

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KANSAS CITY, Mo. — This offseason had to be different for the Kansas City Chiefs, especially during free agency.

When the window to negotiate and sign free agent deals opened last week, the Chiefs, coming off a lackluster 6-11 season, made several moves. They restructured quarterback Patrick Mahomes‘ contract and traded All-Pro cornerback Trent McDuffie to create plenty of salary cap space in order to acquire new players. The biggest move was coach Andy Reid and general manager Brett Veach persuading running back Kenneth Walker III, the reigning Super Bowl MVP,

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After letting the Super Bowl MVP walk, what’s the Seahawks’ plan at running back?

Brady HendersonMar 20, 2026, 06:00 AM ET

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Seattle Seahawks general manager John Schneider dropped a hint at the NFL combine about how negotiations with running back Kenneth Walker III might go.

Speaking with reporters in Indianapolis, Schneider said that while the Seahawks would love to re-sign the Super Bowl LX MVP, they had to operate with their entire team in mind. He meant that they weren’t going to engage

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NFL command center part of replacement ref plan

Kevin SeifertMar 19, 2026, 06:39 PM ET

CloseKevin Seifert is a staff writer who covers the Minnesota Vikings and the NFL at ESPN. Kevin has covered the NFL for over 20 years, joining ESPN in 2008. He was previously a beat reporter for the Minneapolis Star Tribune and Washington Times. He is a graduate of the University of Virginia.Open Extended Reactions

The NFL’s preliminary plans for hiring and using replacement officials this season includes a significant shift of responsibility for game administration and even penalty calls to the league office, sources said Thursday.

The collective bargaining agreement between the NFL and NFL Referees

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Sources: NFL to vote on Raiders succession plan

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ESPN Senior WriterSenior Writer for ESPN.com and ESPN The Magazine Joined ESPN The Magazine after graduating from the University of Missouri. Although he primarily covers the NFL, his assignments also have taken him to the Athens Olympics, the World Series, the NCAA tournament and the NHL and NBA playoffs. and 

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ESPN Senior WriterHost and co-executive producer of the new ESPN series, “Backstory” Member of three Pulitzer Prize-winning teams for national, explanatory and public service journalism Author of three books, including New York Times best-selling “First Off the Tee: Presidential Hackers, Duffers, and Cheaters from

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Vikings bring back Wentz, adding to QB depth

Kevin SeifertMar 19, 2026, 09:37 AM ET

CloseKevin Seifert is a staff writer who covers the Minnesota Vikings and the NFL at ESPN. Kevin has covered the NFL for over 20 years, joining ESPN in 2008. He was previously a beat reporter for the Minneapolis Star Tribune and Washington Times. He is a graduate of the University of Virginia.Open Extended Reactions

EAGAN, Minn. — The Minnesota Vikings agreed to terms with quarterback Carson Wentz on a one-year deal Thursday, adding to their depth in a key year for them at the position.

Wentz, who started five games last season

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Yates’ rankings for the NFL draft: Sizing up the top 50 prospects, plus scouting reports

Field YatesMar 19, 2026, 06:25 AM ET

CloseField Yates is a fantasy football expert and NFL draft analyst for ESPN. You can find him on Fantasy Football Now on Sunday mornings and regularly on NFL Live throughout the week, as well as the Fantasy Focus and First Draft podcasts. A graduate of Wesleyan University (CT) and native of Weston, Mass., Yates has previous experience interning with the New England Patriots on both their coaching and scouting staffs.Open Extended Reactions

We’re inching closer to the 2026 NFL draft, as the combine concluded on March 1 and pro days are happening around the country.

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Could Commanders acquire Aiyuk? Here are some potential moves worth watching

John KeimMar 19, 2026, 06:00 AM ET

CloseJohn Keim covers the Washington Commanders for ESPN. He joined ESPN in 2013 after a stint with the Washington Post. He started covering the team in 1994 for the Journal Newspapers and later for the Washington Examiner. He has authored/co-authored four books. You can also listen to him on ‘The John Keim Report’, which airs on ESPN Richmond radio.Open Extended Reactions

The Washington Commanders entered free agency with a checklist of sorts. They wanted to get younger and more athletic on defense. They wanted to add edge rushers. And they wanted more roster

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How to watch every 2026 UFL game: Dates, networks, complete team-by-team schedules

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The third season of the United Football League begins on Friday, March 27, with a game between the Birmingham Stallions and the brand-new Louisville Kings at Lynn Family Stadium in Louisville, Kentucky.

Each of the league’s eight teams will play a 10-game schedule that culminates in a championship on Saturday, June 13 on ABC.

The opener is the first of 40 regular-season games, all of which will be televised. Check below for schedules and listings.

Birmingham Stallions

March 27 @ Louisville Kings (FOX)
April 5 @ Houston Gamblers (NFL Network)
April 12 vs. St. Louis Battlehawks (ABC)
April 18 vs. Orlando Storm (FOX)
April 24 vs.

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New teams, logos, coaches, stadiums and key players for every team

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We’re about a week away from the third season of the United Football League. Starting with the March 27 matchup between the Birmingham Stallions and the brand-new Louisville Kings, eight teams will play a 10-game season that culminates in a championship game on June 13 on ABC.

Three teams from last season have been relocated. The Michigan Panthers are now the Columbus Aviators, the Memphis Showboats are the Louisville Kings, and the San Antonio Brahmas are the Orlando Storm.

Here’s a handy cheat sheet on the UFL basics, complete with logos, stadiums, coaches and key players.

Birmingham StallionsCourtesy of the UFL

Stadium:

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