The Dallas Cowboys placed wide receiver George Pickens on the franchise tag Friday, locking him into a $27.3 million, one‑year deal for the 2026 season. The move, announced on May 15, 2026, comes as the team navigates a volatile wide‑receiver market and a looming cap crunch. The tag was applied by the front‑office brass to buy...
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May 15, 2026May 15, 2026NFL Teams
Atlanta Falcons Unveil 2026 Schedule Under New Coach Stefanski
Atlanta Falcons announced their 2026 regular‑season slate on May 14, giving head coach Kevin Stefanski his first full playbook to run. The 17‑game itinerary arrives after an 8‑9 finish in 2025 and promises a smoother path than most clubs will face. By Staff Writer • Published May 15, 2026 Opening at home and stretching through...
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May 14, 2026May 14, 2026NFL Teams
Dallas Cowboys Face 27,980 Miles of Travel in 2026 NFL Season
Dallas Cowboys officials confirmed on May 13 that the 2026 NFL schedule will force the franchise to cover 27,980 road miles, a figure that tops most clubs this season. The mileage total comes from an 18‑game slate that mixes traditional division trips with a rare international fixture in Brazil during Week 3. Our analysis shows...
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May 14, 2026May 14, 2026NFL Teams
Falcons watch Penix’s first Phase 2 snaps, eye Week 1 debut
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. threw his first controlled passes of the 2026 offseason on Tuesday, connecting with rookie wideout Drake London during a Phase 2 drill at the Flowery Branch complex. The video released by the franchise shows Penix moving confidently despite being six months out from a torn left ACL, and staff hinted...
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May 13, 2026May 13, 2026NFL News
2026 NFL Power Rankings Highlight Cardinals’ New RB Surge
Arizona Cardinals rookie running back Jeremiyah Love signed a four‑year, $53.9 million deal on May 12, and the NFL Power Rankings reflected the shift, moving the team up from the league’s bottom of the rushing chart. The contract, announced after Love was taken No. 3 overall in the 2026 NFL Draft, instantly made him a focal point of...
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May 11, 2026May 11, 2026NFL News
Chiefs Eye Tight End Trade as Cap Space Tightens
Kansas City Chiefs general manager Brett Veach announced on May 10 that the club is already scouting a post‑Kelce tight end, turning the latest NFL Cap Space News into a proactive move for the 2026 offseason. With veteran Travis Kelce set to play another year, the Chiefs want a backup plan before the star hangs...
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May 11, 2026May 11, 2026NFL Teams
Buffalo Bills Bolster Receiver Corps Ahead of 2026 Super Bowl Quest
Buffalo Bills announced veteran wideout D.J. Moore on May 10, 2026, sealing a five‑man passing attack that could finally match quarterback Josh Allen’s arm strength. The signing pairs Moore with Khalil Shakir, Joshua Palmer, Keon Coleman and Tyrell Shavers, giving the Bills five credible targets for the upcoming season. By Staff Writer • Published May...
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May 11, 2026May 11, 2026NFL Teams
Las Vegas Raiders Eye Joshua Palmer Trade to Ignite Mendoza’s 2026 Season
On May 11, 2026, the Las Vegas Raiders received a public push from analysts to trade for veteran wideout Joshua Palmer, a move aimed at bolstering the production of second‑year receiver Fernando Mendoza. The suggestion arrived as the offseason deadline loomed and the Raiders’ passing attack struggled to find consistency in the early‑season schedule. By...
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May 11, 2026May 11, 2026NFL Teams
San Francisco 49ers Eye Playoff Push After Offseason Moves 2026
San Francisco 49ers announced a flurry of roster tweaks on Tuesday, May 11, 2026, signaling an aggressive push for the postseason this fall. The moves, made during the early free‑agency window, target depth on both sides of the ball and aim to solidify the squad after a disappointing 2025 campaign. By Staff Writer • Published...
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May 11, 2026May 11, 2026NFL Teams
Dallas Cowboys Tag George Pickens, Shaping 2026 Cap and Draft Strategy
The Dallas Cowboys applied the 2026 franchise tag to wideout George Pickens on Tuesday, guaranteeing him $27.3 million for the season. The move lets the front office keep a playmaker while retaining draft capital for next year. By Staff Writer • Published May 11, 2026 Dallas Cowboys, long‑time contenders in the NFC East, now face a...