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2023 NFL Draft Fifth-Year Option Tracker: Who Has, and Hasn’t, Had Their Rookie Contract Extended

The deadline to pick up a 2023 first-round pick’s fifth-year option is Friday, May 1.

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Top 50 Fantasy Dynasty Rookie-Only Rankings

In the aftermath of the 2026 NFL draft, here are the newcomers who have the most value in keeper leagues.

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The Team With the Strongest Case to Go Worst to First in a Division After NFL Draft

Why the Buccaneers, Titans and Giants should consider themselves among the most improved after last weekend’s 257 picks.

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YouTuber Fred Beyer storms NFL Draft stage and fake pick stunt leads to major ban

Fred Beyer shocked NFL Draft fans after sneaking onto the stage and announcing a fake Pittsburgh Steelers pick. Using fake credentials, he entered a restricted area before security stopped him. The NFL later gave him an indefinite league-wide ban and warned he could be arrested if he attends future events.

The Times of India

Deion Sanders Sends 'Powerful' Message to Heisman Finalist Diego Pavia After NFL Draft Snub

Former Vanderbilt QB Diego Pavia, despite his Heisman runner-up status, went undrafted due to height concerns. Supported by Deion Sanders, he now has a tryout with the Baltimore Ravens.

International Business Times UK

SI:CYMI | Your 2026 NFL Draft Wrap-Up

Plus, these LeBron James highlights are unbelievable.

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Who Is Emmitt Smith's Son? Age, College Stats, and NFL Journey Revealed After Going Undrafted and Signing with Kansas City Chiefs

E.J. Smith, son of NFL legend Emmitt Smith, signs with the Kansas City Chiefs as an undrafted free agent after the 2026 NFL Draft. His journey to secure a spot in the Chiefs' running back lineup and potential impact is now in motion.

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Steal City? We Asked Steelers, Eagles Fans About the Makai Lemon Debacle

Sports Illustrated asked NFL fans from both teams to share their feelings regarding the front-office flub.

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Five Most Notable Quarterbacks Still Available on Day 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft

Does your favorite team still need to draft a quarterback? Here are the best remaining options.

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Kayden McDonald’s Emotional Walk to NFL Draft Stage Was Worth the Wait

The Ohio State DT had to wait until the second round to hear his name called.

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Mike Vrabel Had Such an Awkward Conversation With Patriots’ First-Round Draft Pick

Vrabel spoke with Caleb Lomu after the team selected the offensive tackle with the No. 28 pick in the NFL draft.

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Oh, So Lonely: Meet the Two Players in NFL Draft Green Room Who Weren’t Selected in the First Round

In the NFL draft green room, you don’t want to be the last man standing.

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Makai Lemon Shocks NFL Draft 2026 as Eagles-Cowboys Trade Sparks Outrage and Questions

Eagles trade with Cowboys to draft Makai Lemon in NFL Draft 2026, sparking debate, outrage and major questions over draft strategy

International Business Times UK

Eliot Wolf Details What Patriots Will Miss Most From Mike Vrabel on NFL Draft’s Final Day

New England’s head coach will be taking a counseling leave this weekend.

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NFL Draft Round 1 Winners and Losers: Eagles Get Great Value, Cardinals Make a Reach

Philadelphia made a move to get its next star receiver—and it took a deal with the division rival Cowboys to get it done.

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Dan Orlovsky Did the Most Cringeworthy Thing After Ty Simpson Got Drafted by Rams

Orlovsky had previously called Simpson the QB1 ahead of Fernando Mendoza entering the 2026 NFL draft.

The Independent UK

Raiders select Fernando Mendoza with No 1 pick in NFL draft

The Raiders will count on Mendoza to help turn around a franchise that hasn’t won a playoff game since 2002

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NFL Draft 2026 Fantasy Rookie Winners and Losers in Round 1

Identifying the drafted fantasy-relevant players who gained or lost value in the NFL draft.

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Tom Brady Has Officially Chosen Fernando Mendoza as His Successor

The NFL legend and Raiders minority owner has a blueprint to recreate himself. The No. 1 pick in the 2026 draft will now try to follow it.

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What Mike Vrabel Said About Dianna Russini Scandal, Taking Leave During NFL Draft

The Patriots head coach won’t be with the team on Saturday for the conclusion of the NFL draft.

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Ranking the Five Most Unique Suit Jackets From the 2026 NFL Draft Red Carpet

The draft prospects did not disappoint on the red carpet this year.

The Guardian - US

NFL draft 2026: Rams make shock pick of QB Ty Simpson at No 13 as Mendoza goes No 1 – as it happened

There were no surprises as the Raiders picked Indiana’s Fernando Mendoza No 1 overall, but there were several intriguing moves down the board

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Peyton Manning Reveals His Failed Pitch to Fernando Mendoza Before 2026 NFL Draft

Mendoza isn’t going to be at the 2026 NFL draft, but the legendary NFL quarterback tried his best to change his mind.

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Patriots Issue Statement on Mike Vrabel Seeking Counseling, Missing Day 3 of NFL Draft

Mike Vrabel won’t be in New England’s draft room on Saturday afternoon.

Tom’s Guide

I just watched ‘Hall of Fame High’ before the 2026 NFL Draft — and this Pittsburgh story stuck with me

'Hall of Fame High' is a documentary from Dick’s Sporting Goods’ in-house production studio, Cookie Jar & A Dream, about Aliquippa High School in western Pennsylvania, an unassuming program with an outsized impact on the NFL.

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