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OSU linebacker Sonny Styles runs a 40-yard dash at the 2026 NFL Combine.

Sonny Styles’ mom reveals the surprising inspiration behind his nickname

Perhaps not many people know that Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Sonny Styles’ real name is Alex, but there’s an interesting story behind the nickname. During an interview with Stacey Dales of NFL Network on Friday at the 2026 NFL …

Rueben Bain Jr. wearing a headset

Top NFL draft prospect fires back at people questioning his arm length

Miami Hurricanes defensive end Rueben Bain Jr. believes he’s armed with the skill and talent that will allow him to succeed at the next level, but some are not convinced yet. One issue others have with Bain is his arm length, which they believe …

Diego Pavia smiling

Fans puzzled by Diego Pavia’s Senior Bowl measurements

The Reese’s Senior Bowl is the first step for many college football players in their NFL Draft process. This year’s Senior Bowl game is on Jan. 31, 2026, in Mobile, Ala. On Monday, some measurements were released, including those for …

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Ohio State sees offensive playmaker leave for 2026 NFL Draft

The Ohio State Buckeyes saw their College Football Playoff run end with a 24-14 loss to the Miami Hurricanes in the Cotton Bowl. Since then, roster changes have come quickly in Columbus, and on Tuesday, the Buckeyes saw tight end Max Klare decide to …

Jon Gruden with a visor on

Jon Gruden reacts to Raiders landing No. 1 draft pick

Jon Gruden is thrilled about what lies ahead for the Las Vegas Raiders.  After the Raiders secured the rights to pick first in the 2026 NFL Draft, the former Las Vegas head coach celebrated with a captionless post on X showing only a GIF of the …

Bill Belichick with a headset

Lane Kiffin explains why Bill Belichick’s pre-draft approach stands out

Many have asked over the years what makes the New England Patriots different from other NFL teams in terms of their long-lasting success. Lane Kiffin is giving one hint as to why that may be. Kiffin revealed in an interview with “The Pat McAfee …

Roger Goodell

NFL could move draft to June if needed

Amid chatter about potentially shifting the college football season to spring, one question would need to be answered if that happens: what becomes of the NFL Draft? Traditionally held at the end of April, the draft and the college football season …

NFL likely to add more phone cameras for prospects in future NFL Drafts

Some aspects of the 2020 NFL Draft were so popular that they’re expected to stay even when the process returns to normal, and we’re starting to find out which aspects those are. NFL executive vice president Peter O’Neill told NFL …

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NFL plans to adopt elements from virtual draft for future drafts

This year’s NFL Draft was significantly different in format compared to past years due to the virtual emphasis. So far, the results have been positive, and that has the NFL thinking about adopting elements from this year’s draft for …

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Redskins to hold virtual NFL Draft party for fans

NFL teams are getting creative as they try to keep connected with their fans during the coronavirus pandemic. Though the NFL Draft is proceeding as scheduled in a virtual format, the draft parties that are usually a staple of the event won’t be …

Justin Herbert

NFL teams begin using FaceTime to interview draft prospects

With face-to-face pre-draft meetings banned due to travel restrictions, NFL teams are getting creative in trying to reach out to top prospects ahead of the NFL Draft. Teams are using FaceTime to conduct interviews with prospects they’re …

Roger Goodell

Report: Team personnel ‘angry’ with Roger Goodell over NFL Draft

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell’s handling of the NFL Draft has become a source of controversy within the NFL. Goodell is pushing ahead with a virtual draft on the scheduled dates of April 23-25. This comes despite many teams wanting to see the …

Roger Goodell booed

Coronavirus creates major challenges for executives ahead of NFL, NBA Draft

We already know that the NFL Draft will look a lot different this year due to the coronavirus pandemic, and the NBA Draft may end up in a similar situation. Beyond how it looks, though, the people making draft decisions are going to have to lean on …

John Elway

John Elway thinks NFL Draft should be postponed to help teams

There are a number of teams who would prefer to see the NFL Draft postponed amid the coronavirus pandemic. Denver Broncos general manager John Elway is willing to say so publicly. Elway thinks the draft, scheduled for April 23-25, should be postponed …

Roger Goodell

NFL working to include top prospects in virtual draft experience

The NFL Draft is going to look a lot different this year, but the league is still trying to involve top prospects in the festivities. According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Media, the NFL is working hard on ways to involve draft prospects, current players, …

Dallas Cowboys

Gil Brandt relayed how the Dallas Cowboys laid a trap for leaking scout during 1987 draft

On Friday, Ian Rapoport reported that the Oakland Raiders sent all their scouts home before the final stretch entering the draft, because Jon Gruden and GM Mike Mayock did not know who to trust. That prompted Gil Brandt, the longtime personnel man …

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