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How NFL players prepare for the coldest games of the year
Even as beards freeze and fingers lose feeling, NFL players find ways to handle ridiculously cold temperatures.

Our early primer for the divisional round matchups: How every team could win
Let's preview the divisional round matchups. Here's what to know.

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JOHN HARBAUGH FINALIZING DEAL
Solak: Hiring John Harbaugh is a massive win for the Giants -- even if it's no sure thing
The Giants are finalizing a deal for John Harbaugh to become their next coach. It has been a rough decade for New York, but this hire could finally turn the tide.

Why Stephen A. isn't blown away by Giants hiring John Harbaugh


NFC DIVISIONAL ROUND
The Rams' offense flows through ... its running game? Solak on why it's crucial to their playoff run
Los Angeles has the second-most-efficient run game of the past decade -- behind its 2018 ground attack. But these two offensive schemes are very different.

Stephen A.: Rams-Bears will come down to the wire


TRENDING IN THE LEAGUE
Washington Commanders release renderings of new stadium
The renderings show a 70,000-seat transparent domed stadium that rises on the sides.


NFL DRAFT
APRIL 23-25
The 2027 NFL draft class is stacked! 45 players to watch over the next 15 months
Dante Moore is returning to Oregon, making an already deep 2027 class that much better. Who else will scouts be watching for next year's draft?

Kiper's updated 2026 Big Board: Ranking the top 25 NFL draft prospects
Mel Kiper Jr. is stacking the top 25 players for the NFL draft, starting with Fernando Mendoza.


AFC DIVISIONAL ROUND
Could Texans' Kirk replicate wild-card outburst with Collins' status in question?
Houston could be without its leading receiver in Nico Collins, but Christian Kirk is coming off his best game with the franchise.

Why Stephen A. can't see the Bills beating the Broncos


BEST AND WORST ROOKIE CLASSES
Ranking all 32 rookie classes in the NFL: There's the top four ... then everybody else
How does every team's rookie group stack up? Aaron Schatz ranked all 32 based on first-year production, starting with surprises up top.


NFL NATION
Where would the Jets be if they retained Rodgers instead of signing Fields?
New York coach Aaron Glenn decided to move on from the veteran quarterback.

Cowboys' free agency decisions begin with George Pickens
We set the table for Dallas' offseason plans by looking at their salary cap and free agents.


END OF AN ERA IN PITTSBURGH
The two clear paths the Steelers can take as they figure out life post-Tomlin: Barnwell on what's next
Mike Tomlin and the Steelers have parted ways. But will Pittsburgh now change its roster-building approach under the next coach? And who should replace Tomlin?

Candidates on Steelers' radar, and what's next for Mike Tomlin: Answering key questions
Who could replace the head coach, how does this impact Aaron Rodgers and the QB position, and more questions.

Top Headlines
- Darnold expects to play despite new oblique injury
- 49ers: Warner progressing but out vs. Seahawks
- Mahomes on knee: I want to be ready for Week 1
- Philly GM: 'Hard to find great players' like Brown
- Bills' Allen set to play despite multiple ailments
- Nacua's brother won't be charged after taking car
- Sources: Giants finalizing deal with Harbaugh
- Harbaugh: Chargers' firings about a 'fresh start'
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Jason Miller/Getty Images 2026 NFL coach hiring predictions, candidates for open jobs
Could three coaches who were just fired immediately find new NFL teams? With interviews taking place this week, we projected candidates to fill open jobs.
ESPN Illustration 2026 NFL offseason: Free agents, draft notes, predictions
The NFL offseason has arrived for 24 teams. What must each do to have a better season in 2026? We have outlooks, early buzz and predictions.
Peter Joneleit/Icon Sportswire 2025 NFL coaching changes: Latest hirings, firings, rumors
The Giants are finalizing a deal with John Harbaugh. Nine head coaching jobs are open around the NFL, and eight would still be available. Here's what to know.
Brian Rothmuller/Icon Sportswire 2026 NFL draft Big Board rankings: Mel Kiper's top prospects
Mel Kiper Jr. is stacking the top 25 players for the NFL draft, starting with Fernando Mendoza. See who follows him after Dante Moore decided to return to school.
Michael Owens/Getty Images Inside the day the Ravens moved on from John Harbaugh
How it fell apart for John Harbaugh and the Baltimore Ravens after 18 seasons.
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