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Anthony Richardson's shoulder, the Eagles' new offensive approach, competitions galore and more intrigue our NFL beat writers.
The Athletic NFL Staff138
With cornerback Trent McDuffie the group’s new leader, the Chiefs’ secondary could feature as many as eight rotational contributors.
Nate Taylor25
Offseason acquisitions could supply 11 of 22 starters in 2024. We don't know how good the rookies will be, but it all adds up to progress.
Joe Rexrode12
It’s as much reading-into-quotes season as it is mock draft season, so let’s do both.
Joe Rexrode35
Whether in free agency or the draft, the Chiefs will seek to fill needs at left tackle, defensive end, receiver and running back.
Nate Taylor67
In our second mock, we have the Chiefs moving up — and then down — in the first round with a pair of trades.
Nate Taylor38
Trading Sneed seemed likely for a while. But giving him up for a future third-round pick doesn't add up.
Jeff Howe461
Multiple other teams, including the Indianapolis Colts, were interested in acquiring the ascending cornerback.
The Athletic Staff175
At 27, Sneed understands this year could be his best opportunity to maximize his earning potential.
Nate Taylor53
Can Minnesota move up to draft one of the top quarterbacks? And how does Kirk Cousins' departure affect Jefferson's future with the team?
Alec Lewis169
Ballard has been in Indy for a long time with limited success on his resume. Should that affect his approach this offseason?
James Boyd and Randy Mueller38
The Vikings should have about $50 million to work with in free agency. They're likely to focus on upgrading their defense. Here's how.
Alec Lewis42
The legal tampering period opens Monday at noon ET, and the Lions could be active ahead of a season in which the Super Bowl is the goal.
Colton Pouncy55
Sneed will be on a one-year deal worth $19.8 million if he signs the tender.
The Athletic Staff50
Similar to last year, Jones is seeking a contract that will pay him an average annual salary of $30 million.
Nate Taylor and Dianna Russini44
If the Chiefs can't sign their star cornerback to a contract extension, they would be comfortable trading him before the NFL Draft.
Nate Taylor and Dianna Russini41
Before the Chiefs' players and coaches begin working to defend their title again, some tough decisions need to be made.
Nate Taylor87
Steve Spagnuolo brought the blitz after halftime, leading the Chiefs to record a season-high nine unblocked pressures against Brock Purdy.
Nate Taylor56
Another masterful defensive game plan leads KC past the 49ers and gives the man the called Spags a fourth Super Bowl ring as a DC.
Ted Nguyen122
Kyle Shanahan vs. Andy Reid is a first-rate coaching matchup. Will Shanahan capture his first Super Bowl or will Reid get his third ring?
The Athletic NFL Staff64
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