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How a mediocre quarterback left a remarkable NFL legacy
His seven-year playing career may have been forgettable, but Virgil Carter's work with analytics remains vital.
TOP HEADLINES
TESTING NEW TECHNOLOGY
Is the 'chain gang' obsolete? Why embracing technology won't solve everything
The NFL will test new technology in the preseason that signals a first down and could implement it as soon as the regular season.
VIKINGS NEW ALTERNATE UNIFORM
Vikings unveil 'Winter Warrior' alternate uniform
The Minnesota Vikings' new alternate uniform will debut Dec. 16 against the Chicago Bears.
Vikings reveal all-white 'Winter Warrior' alternate uniform
HEART HEALTH IN ATHLETES
BJ Thompson, Bronny James and what to know about heart health, COVID-19 and vaccines
ESPN spoke to leading cardiologists and experts about heart health in elite athletes and what links, if any, exist between cardiac issues and the COVID-19 virus and vaccine.
TOP STORYLINES FROM MINICAMPS
NFL minicamp updates: Dolphins playing it safe with OBJ, Hill
Ten NFL mandatory minicamps are back in action Wednesday. Here are some of the biggest items.
One thing we're watching at every NFL minicamp this week
Our NFL Nation reporters tell us what they're keeping an eye on in minicamps.
NFL DRAFT
Who are the sleepers to know for the 2025 NFL draft? We asked scouts to make their picks
We asked NFL scouts to select prospects in next year's draft class who aren't being talked about enough. We have 14 names to know.
We ranked the 12 best draft classes of the 21st century
Aaron Schatz ranks the top hauls based on production and depth.
FANTASY FOOTBALL
Fantasy football bounce-back candidates for 2024
Eric Karabell details the players who experienced down seasons in 2023 and offers an assessment of their 2024 prospects.
Rating the rookies: Draft these players with immediate potential
It's easy to get excited about rookies in fantasy football, but only so many are surefire selections in 10-team leagues.
UFL PLAYOFFS ARE HERE!
Breaking down the conference title games, including Birmingham's three-peat quest
The UFL is down to its final four team, with the two-time USFL champion Stallions seeming like the team to beat.
ANDSCAPE
Kendrick Lamar's 'Not Like Us' could be the next great sports anthem
Compton rapper's hit song is taking over stadiums across the country.
Top Headlines
- Lions forfeit last OTA session after rules break
- Suit: Ex-Fin Howard sent explicit content to teen
- Gregory sues NFL, Broncos over fines for THC use
- Chiefs' Thompson awake, alert after cardiac event
- Bears-Texans kicks off TV preseason slate Aug. 1
- Hurts: 95% of Eagles' offense for 2024 is new
- Colts cautious with Richardson's sore shoulder
- McDaniel emphasizing playoff win drought to Fins
- Ranking top draft classes of 21st century
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Best 21st century NFL draft classes: Cowboys, Ravens, more
Which NFL team drafted the best class of the 21st century? Aaron Schatz ranks the top hauls based on production and depth.
2025 NFL draft sleepers: Scouts pick under-the-radar players
We asked NFL scouts to select prospects in next year's draft class who aren't being talked about enough. We have 14 names to know.
2024 NFL offseason: AFC teams' best and worst deals, picks, more
The Jets improved around their quarterback, the Ravens stuck to their plan and the Chiefs filled their top need. Let's evaluate every AFC team.
2024 NFL offseason: NFC teams' best, worst deals, picks, more
The Commanders had a low-key offseason, the Cowboys claim to be "all-in" and the Rams have a huge hole to fill. How did each NFC team fare?
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What new first-down technology could mean for the NFL's 'chain gang'
The NFL will test new technology in the preseason that signals a first down and could implement it as soon as the regular season.
NFL Football Power Index: 2024 projections, Super Bowl chances
ESPN's Football Power Index ratings are live. Let's predict the 2024 season, including playoff chances and potential draft order.
Bears chairman George McCaskey's amazing side gig
McCaskey has been officiating youth sports since his high school days, and not even the NFL draft will deter him.