The last time we saw Derek Carr, with whom the Saints went 5-5 in 2024:

Reminder: Xavier Worthy shot up draft boards after this record-setting 40 yard dash. #NFLDraft2025

The NFL has not banned the tush push. Here are the three rule changes for 2025:

Reminder: Last week, Stanford fired their head coach after a bullying investigation. www.nytimes.com/athletic/621...

If his older brother Dalvin is any indication, expect to see James Cook in pads come August. When Dalvin was in a similar situation as a Viking, he showed up for the team's offseason activities and was rewarded for that, receiving a five-year, $63 million extension a few weeks later.

Who is Cam Ward, the expected No. 1 pick in the upcoming NFL draft? Here's what you should know about the next great quarterback prospect, via @theathletic.bsky.social (no paywall)👇 www.nytimes.com/athletic/623...

The NFL's compensatory pick system is how the Patriots landed Tom f-ing Brady. It's why the Vikings hold an extra third-round pick this year. Today, I explored how it works: www.nytimes.com/athletic/619...

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The Ravens also officially received the maximum of four compensatory picks in this year's draft today: Round 4 (No. 136) Round 5 (No. 176) Round 6 (No. 210) Round 6 (No. 212)

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With Darnold signing in Seattle, the next domino is Aaron Rodgers. Giants or Steelers?

The Athletic Football Show's live stream has been top notch. www.youtube.com/watch?v=JxdE...

Tell me more about how quickly NFL teams work out agreements with free agents. It really comes just minutes after they are legally allowed to begin contacting the agents of these players?

The most obvious but least exciting result here. Stefon Diggs is now the best receiver available, per The Athletic’s top 150.

If the conversation in Seattle was either Smith or Darnold, a third-round pick AND an offensive line, the trade makes sense, right?

The No. 1 #NFL free agent available lands in Carolina, who continue to reinforce the trenches under Dave Canales.

Chris Boswell and the #Steelers lead Week 11's risers and fallers on @theathletic.bsky.social. www.nytimes.com/athletic/592...