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A new 2026 NFL mock draft has the Dallas Cowboys putting a strong focus on defense, adding two immediate difference makers.
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2026 NFL offseason preview: Cincinnati Bengals are mostly running it back but must revamp defense
If the Bengals want to clear more space and get younger on the offensive line with a full reset, moving on from Orlando Brown Jr. would open up another $14 million in space.
The 2025 regular season has wrapped up, and the Minnesota Vikings somehow found a way to sneak above .500, rattling off five straight wins to close the season to get to 9-8. The offense has already received its grades; now it is time to hand out grades for this team's calling card: the defense.
The New York Jets have some new candidates for their defensive coordinator vacancy following a pair of head coaching firings.
But for all of the Chargers gaudy regular-season stats — the Bolts ranked in the top five in yards allowed per game, third-down defense, red-zone defense and first downs allowed per game — players know none of that matters if they can't deliver in the postseason.
The Ohio State Buckeyes kicked off their offseason earlier than many anticipated, suffering a loss to Miami in the Cotton Bowl on New Year's Eve. Ohio State is
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Alabama defensive back officially declares for 2026 NFL draft
Alabama defensive back DaShawn Jones has officially declared for the 2026 NFL draft following two seasons in Tuscaloosa.
Houston's defense reigns supreme while the Giants have stepped up late. Here's our ranking of all 32 NFL units heading into Week 18.
Yeah, it’s never too early to think about whom the Chiefs might select with the ninth pick in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft.
A position-by-position breakdown of the Buccaneers’ defense, examining consistency, execution, and overall performance in 2025.
Chiefs linebacker Drue Tranquill dominates, while Kyle Hamilton earns Pro Bowl honors. Notre Dame's defensive stars shine bright in the NFL.