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Nov 2, 2025; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills defensive end Michael Hoecht (55) celebrates a defensive stop with defensive end Greg Rousseau (50) in the third quarter against the Kansas City Chiefs at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images
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Bills Need Michael Hoecht, Landon Jackson to Be Defensive Depth

Edge rusher was a long-debated positional need for the Bills this offseason, and they’ve done a lot to address it. They might not...

May 29, 2026
Dec 15, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) runs with the ball after a catch against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the fourth quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images
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What Are the Best NFL Matchups of the 2026 Season? Weeks 7-12

Part one of our NFL matchups series looked at Weeks 1-6; in part two, Weeks 7-12 take the spotlight. The middle third of...

May 27, 2026
Oct 14, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Jets cornerback Sauce Gardner (1) reacts to a call during the first half against the Buffalo Bills at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Boland-Imagn Images
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What Were the Jets’ Five Best Moments Since 2010?

The New York Jets have the longest playoff drought in America going into the 2026 season. Over the last 16 years, Jets fans...

May 26, 2026
Dec 8, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua (17) attempts to catch the ball against Buffalo Bills cornerback Ja'Marcus Ingram (46) in the second half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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What Are the Best NFL Matchups of the 2026 Season? Weeks 1-6

After the official NFL schedule release on Thursday, May 14, teams now know where they’ll be playing during the 2026-27 season. This year’s...

May 24, 2026
Jan 17, 2026; Denver, CO, USA; Buffalo Bills running back James Cook III (4) runs against Denver Broncos linebacker Jonah Elliss (52) and defensive end Eyioma Uwazurike (96) during the fourth quarter of an AFC Divisional Round playoff game at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
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James Cook’s Extension Is Already a Steal for the Buffalo Bills

On Aug. 13, 2025, James Cook signed a four-year, $48 million extension ($30 million guaranteed) with the Buffalo Bills. After just one season,...

May 13, 2026
Feb 27, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Clemson quarterback Cade Klubnik (QB10) speaks to members of the media during the NFL Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images
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Cade Klubnik’s Career Could Blossom Into Something Beautiful

New York Jets fans have a new what-if player to look forward to after the 2026 NFL Draft. The Jets selected Cade Klubnik...

May 12, 2026
Apr 23, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Texas Tech Red Raiders linebacker David Bailey embraces NFL commissioner Roger Goodell after he is selected by the New York Jets as the number two pick during the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Who Are the Ten Biggest Winners of the 2026 NFL Draft?

After the 2026 NFL Draft, some teams drastically improved while others may have missed the mark. Although we won’t know how these draft...

May 7, 2026
Feb 28, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; UConn wideout Skyler Bell (WO05) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Skyler Bell Should Play Right Away for the Bills

After an up-and-down first two days of the draft, the Bills turned in what was easily their best pick. On day three, at...

May 1, 2026
Dec 7, 2024; Charlotte, NC, USA; Clemson Tigers defensive end T.J. Parker (3) reacts after a play during the third quarter against the Southern Methodist Mustangs in the 2024 ACC Championship game at Bank of America Stadium.
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The Bills Made the Wrong Decision Drafting T.J. Parker

When the Buffalo Bills traded out of the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft, few fans knew who they would take. In...

April 30, 2026
Apr 24, 2026; Florham Park, NJ, USA; New York Jets Draft pick, wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. at Atlantic Health Jets Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Jess Stiles-Imagn Images
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After the NFL Draft, the Jets Finally Have a Plan on Both Sides

The 2026 NFL Draft concluded over this past weekend, bringing hope and new beginnings to franchises across the league. The New York Jets...

April 28, 2026
Sep 10, 2023; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown (11) is tackled by New England Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez (6) during the second half at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-USA TODAY Sports
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Eagles Trading A.J. Brown to the Patriots? It’s Happening

The talk of Title Town since Super Bowl LX has been all A.J. Brown, more specifically if there’s a chance he swaps his...

April 20, 2026
New Bills head coach Joe Brady talks about some of his vision as coach at the Bills field house in Orchard Park on Jan. 29, 2026.
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Have the Bills Done Enough This Offseason to Remain Contenders?

This offseason brought major changes to the Buffalo Bills’ organization. With Sean McDermott’s firing and the release of players from the old regime, the...

April 17, 2026
Jan 4, 2026; Orchard Park, New York, USA; New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn looks on during the second half against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images
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How Can Aaron Glenn Keep His Job in 2026?

After posting a 3-14 record in his first season as the New York Jets’ head coach, Aaron Glenn may be sitting on the...

April 15, 2026
January 7, 2026; The 2026 NFL Draft logo is displayed atop the NFL Draft countdown clock.
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2026 NFL Draft Previews for All 32 NFL Teams

In anticipation of the 2026 NFL Draft, The Lead writers have come together to provide quick-hitting draft previews for all 32 NFL teams....

April 7, 2026