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The Pittsburgh Steelers used the 21st overall pick on Arizona State tackle Max Iheanachor, a JUCO convert with standout Senior Bowl and Combine showings. The pick adds length and upside to a line in flux.
Oregon tight end Kenyon Sadiq was taken 16th overall by the New York Jets after a record-setting Combine and a breakout 2025 season.
Doug Martin, the Vikings' 1980 first-round pick and a fierce pass rusher in the 1980s, died at 68. Teammates and the team are remembering his leadership and sack-producing seasons.
Pickerington native Sonny Styles was taken No. 7 overall by the Washington Commanders after a breakout 2025 season at Ohio State. The Buckeye standout arrives in Washington as a versatile, athletic linebacker.
Dallas used the No. 23 pick on UCF edge Malachi Lawrence, an explosive combine standout with 20 career sacks and first-round upside.
The Cowboys traded up to No. 11 to take Caleb Downs, the 2025 Jim Thorpe Award winner, signaling a priority on Dallas' defense. The pick gives Dallas a versatile, high‑IQ safety to run Christian Parker's scheme.
The Patriots traded up in Round 1 to take Utah left tackle Caleb Lomu at No. 28, adding a long, athletic blocker New England plans to develop. The move answered a clear need on the offensive line.
Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese was selected fifth overall by the New York Giants, capping a rise from Glenville to Columbus and into the NFL.
Bowen Byram and Alex Tuch delivered as Buffalo stunned Boston at TD Garden, taking a 2-1 series edge. Alex Lyon’s 24 saves helped close out the win.
Miami traded up to No. 27 and selected San Diego State corner Chris Johnson, a physical, playmaking cover corner expected to compete early for snaps. The move follows Miami’s other first‑round pick at No. 12.
Miami tackle Francis Mauigoa went No. 10 overall to the New York Giants after a 42‑game, All‑America run with the Hurricanes.
The PGA Tour cut 56 jobs — about 4% of its staff — as it restructures under a for‑profit model and freezes hiring for dozens of open roles.
Court filings show Aspiration co‑founder Joe Sanberg cooperated with the NBA's review of a $28M endorsement tied to the Clippers ahead of his sentencing next week.
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