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'You got your guy': How the Rams landed Aaron Donald 10 years ago

There was skepticism surrounding Donald's size, but the people in the Rams' draft room knew what they had in the pass-rusher out of Pitt.

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Kiper's final 2024 NFL draft rankings: Top 150 prospects and best at every position

Mel Kiper is back with new rankings ahead of the 2024 NFL draft. His Big Board goes deep at every position.

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Forecasting the draft: What our model says about QB picks, and surprise first-rounders

When will Drake Maye, Jayden Daniels, and J.J. McCarthy go? How about the receivers? We have answers.

4hSeth Walder

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Reid's final NFL mock draft: Prospect fits for all 257 picks, from No. 1 to Mr. Irrelevant

Jordan Reid kicks off draft week with seven full rounds of pick projections.

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Legwold's top 100 draft prospects: Annual list of top names to know

Longtime draft expert Jeff Legwold picks the top prospects. In 2023, 78 of his picks were selected in the top 100.

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WILSON TRADED TO DENVER

Will Zach Wilson start in Denver? Are the Broncos still trying to draft a quarterback? What the trade means

After acquiring Zach Wilson from the New York Jets, the Denver Broncos added some insurance at quarterback.

18hJeff Legwold
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Zach Wilson trade: Will the Jets learn anything from the QB's unsuccessful stint?

Wilson's trade to the Denver Broncos ends a regrettable chapter of failed first-round draft picks in New York.

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Worthwhile flier on Zach Wilson? Let's grade the trade for both the Broncos, Jets

The Jets moved on from Wilson, giving the 2021 No. 2 overall pick a fresh start. How did both teams fare?

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NFL NATION

The Chiefs need wide receiver Kadarius Toney now more than ever

With Rashee Rice's future uncertain, only Toney, Marquise Brown and Justin Watson are assured of a roster spot in 2024.

4hAdam Teicher
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In search of Cooper's replacement, Browns could opt for a WR early in draft

Cleveland has no heir apparent to Amari Cooper, who's in the final year of his contract. Could they draft one?

4hJake Trotter

Offensive line, corner, receiver among positions 49ers are looking at

4hNick Wagoner

How Cardinals can use draft capital to maximize selections

4hJosh Weinfuss

Texans owner opens up about how they pulled off shocking draft-day trade

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Could Brock Bowers be drafted for Jets' Aaron Rodgers?

2dRich Cimini

DRAFT TALK

Schefter to McAfee: Vikings, Giants are trying to move up in draft

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Is Jayden Daniels a lock to Commanders with the No. 2 pick?

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MATTY ICE CALLS IT A CAREER

Matt Ryan and the excruciating distance between very good and great

Matt Ryan officially announced his retirement on Monday, and his football legacy will remain distinctive.

20hSeth Wickersham
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Matt Ryan thankful for chance to retire as a Falcon

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A NEW BEGINNING

A No. 1 draft pick, new stadium and how Kevin Warren plans to make the Bears 'exceptional'

Warren just concluded his first full year on the job during one of the most consequential periods in Bears history.

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