NFL

Sources: Samuel biding time after Saints visit

Asante Samuel Jr., one of the top free agent cornerbacks of this year's class, is waiting to sign with a new team after undergoing neck surgery in April, sources told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler. ... Continue Reading

Chiefs to host rival Broncos on Christmas night

The Chiefs will host the Broncos on Christmas night, it was announced Monday. ... Continue Reading

Ravens add Hoyland to battle Loop for kicker job

The Ravens have signed undrafted Wyoming rookie kicker John Hoyland. He will compete with sixth-round pick Tyler Loop to replace Justin Tucker, who was released by Baltimore amid an investigation by the league for sexual misconduct. ... Continue Reading

Browns' JOK out for season due to '24 neck injury

The Browns have placed linebacker Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah on the reserve/physically unable to perform list, meaning he will miss the entire 2025 season. ... Continue Reading

Eagles to host Cowboys in 2025 season opener

The reigning Super Bowl champion Eagles will host the Cowboys on Sept. 4 in the NFL's 2025 regular-season opener. ... Continue Reading

Whoop! Berman staying at ESPN through 2029

Chris Berman will remain at ESPN through his 50th anniversary with the company, including a role in the network's Super Bowl coverage in 2027, the network announced Monday. ... Continue Reading

Hendrickson says Bengals no longer talking deal

Trey Hendrickson, who has been vocal about the lack of communication on the Cincinnati Bengals' part on a contract extension, said Monday that there have been no contract talks with the team after the draft. ... Continue Reading

🏈 Biggest roster hole remaining for all 32 teams

NFL teams have added to their rosters through free agency, trades and the draft, but they all have at least one position that still needs a boost. ... Continue Reading

Browns bolster safety depth, sign Kazee, Jenkins

The Browns have signed veteran safeties Damontae Kazee and Rayshawn Jenkins, the team announced on Monday. ... Continue Reading

Raiders sign veteran LB Smith, who sat out '24

Veteran linebacker Jaylon Smith has signed with the Raiders after a weekend tryout. ... Continue Reading

Saints kick off QB competition as Carr retires

Saints starting quarterback Derek Carr has decided to retire because of a labral tear and degenerative rotator cuff injury in his right shoulder, leading the team to begin its QB competition in earnest. ... Continue Reading

Sources: Browns adding safeties Kazee, Jenkins

The Browns are signing veteran safeties Damontae Kazee and Rayshawn Jenkins, league sources confirmed to ESPN on Monday. ... Continue Reading

Titans' Ward already showing he's 'great leader'

Titans quarterback Cam Ward, less than two weeks after going No. 1 in the NFL draft, is already making an impression on his teammates at rookie minicamp. ... Continue Reading

Can the Saints' offense find success with Tyler Shough starting as a rookie?

With a new coach and suddenly a new QB, the Saints' offense is hard to predict. Let's explore how this unit could look with Shough under center. ... Continue Reading

Derek Carr retires: Who will start now? What's his legacy?

Our NFL reporters answer the most pressing questions amid the 34-year-old's retirement. ... Continue Reading