NFL Newsletter - Daily News and Analysis - The Athletic (original) (raw)

Life as a Browns fan, explained, plus notes on new QB playcallersLife as a Browns fan, explained, plus notes on new QB playcallersI asked fans of this century's losingest NFL franchise to describe what it feels like to cheer for their teamJacob Robinson59

Pittsburgh reunites Aaron Rodgers & Mike McCarthy and all I can think is ... mehPittsburgh reunites Aaron Rodgers & Mike McCarthy and all I can think is ... mehAaron Rodgers is officially back in Pittsburgh. Plus, this season's best games to watch, Robert Mays explaining the Vikings' savviness.Jacob Robinson25

Most popular schedule release videos, per Reddit users, plus other schedule takeawaysMost popular schedule release videos, per Reddit users, plus other schedule takeawaysThe four most popular schedule release videos, decided by reddit upvotes, and other schedule takeawaysJacob Robinson3

Ranking 2026 strength of schedule before schedule release this ThursdayRanking 2026 strength of schedule before schedule release this ThursdayRanking 2026 strength of schedule for all 32 teams. Plus: why an A.J. Brown trade must wait until after June 1Jacob Robinson54

Three early offseason impressions, plus nine most-improved NFL teamsThree early offseason impressions, plus nine most-improved NFL teamsEarly impressions from three fascinating rookies, plus Ted Nguyen on the nine teams winning the offseasonJacob Robinson4

Life as a Jets fan, explained. Plus: Positives for Gang Green and RaidersLife as a Jets fan, explained. Plus: Positives for Gang Green and RaidersI recently asked Jets fans to explain what it feels like to support their team. Nearly 200 replied.Jacob Robinson38

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NFL Draft grades, unfiltered execs weigh in, plus latest on replacement refsNFL Draft grades, unfiltered execs weigh in, plus latest on replacement refsMike Sando hears from NFL execs about the draft, plus an analytical look at the event's winners and losers. Also, Robert Mays dishes on LV.Jacob Robinson11

NFL post-draft team needs, 2023 class fifth-year option tracker and an apologyNFL post-draft team needs, 2023 class fifth-year option tracker and an apologyA quick look at post-draft needs for each team, plus a nod to an emerging (and forgotten) star and the fifth-year option tracker for 2023Jacob Robinson

2026's Costco-value late-round NFL draft picks, plus examining the 49ers' confidence2026's Costco-value late-round NFL draft picks, plus examining the 49ers' confidenceWhich NFL teams deserve the benefit of the doubt when it comes to drafting? That answer inside, plus the draft's biggest reaches and values,Jacob Robinson41

Three best NFL draft classes of 2026, plus some behind-the-scenes insightsThree best NFL draft classes of 2026, plus some behind-the-scenes insightsStories behind our favorite picks, plus Dane Brugler ranks all 32 classes (I look at his top three)Jacob Robinson39

Quarterback landing spots, 2026 NFL draft class rankings & Diego Pavia UDFA watchQuarterback landing spots, 2026 NFL draft class rankings & Diego Pavia UDFA watchThe Raiders lead my too early (and too quick) ranking of draft classes, plus Diego Pavia among undrafted prospects to watch Jacob Robinson19

Biggest steals and reaches from first round of NFL DraftBiggest steals and reaches from first round of NFL DraftCaleb Downs, Ty Simpson and the biggest steals and risks from Day 1, plus the best prospects remaining.Jacob Robinson26

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Blockbuster trade kicks off draft week with Dexter Lawrence a BengalBlockbuster trade kicks off draft week with Dexter Lawrence a BengalWhat's next after an uncharacteristic blockbuster trade by the Bengals and Giants, plus why Houston paid Will Anderson Jr.Jacob Robinson9

Inside the 257-pick mock draft, plus Dane Brugler's potential first-round surpriseInside the 257-pick mock draft, plus Dane Brugler's potential first-round surpriseDraft expert Dane Brugler joins the newsletter to share one potential surprise pick, while I share some beat reporter insights.Jacob Robinson4

Redrafting No. 1 picks from 2000 to 2020, plus five unique 2026 prospectsRedrafting No. 1 picks from 2000 to 2020, plus five unique 2026 prospectsThe Raiders have an easy decision in Fernando Mendoza. Will they end up wishing they'd taken an elite pass rusher? History suggests not.Jacob Robinson18

Have we found football's Wembanyama? Plus: Anonymous NFL execs on free agencyHave we found football's Wembanyama? Plus: Anonymous NFL execs on free agencyAlso: League executives weigh in on the AFC, NFC and biggest offseason storylines, plus Dane Brugler joins for a quick draft Q&A.Jacob Robinson6

Annual NFL coaches photo, 2026 edition. Plus: No. 1 QB's Pro DayAnnual NFL coaches photo, 2026 edition. Plus: No. 1 QB's Pro DayWhat we learned from league meetings (and annual photo), evaluating non-Mendoza quarterbacks and notes from Indiana's Pro DayJacob Robinson and Dianna Russini4

Four reasons why running backs like Jeremiyah Love are no longer drafted so earlyFour reasons why running backs like Jeremiyah Love are no longer drafted so earlyFour reasons why drafting elite running backs like Jeremiyah Love isn't the smartest move, even in an underwhelming draft classJacob Robinson and Dianna Russini8

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Lavonte David's remarkable run, plus questions for Maxx Crosby, Puka Nacua and replacement refs?!Lavonte David's remarkable run, plus questions for Maxx Crosby, Puka Nacua and replacement refs?!Two offseason questions that might be answered soon, plus one of the greatest-ever Buccaneers just retired and we might get replacement refsJacob Robinson6

What we learned from Fanatics Flag Football Classic, plus NFL's best older free agentsWhat we learned from Fanatics Flag Football Classic, plus NFL's best older free agentsTakeaways from a surprisingly fun game, the top remaining free agents and history's best past-their-prime signingsJacob Robinson and Dianna Russini10

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