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People rehearse ahead of the NFL football draft, Wednesday, April 22, 2026, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)

NFL draft: QB Fernando Mendoza, edge rusher David Bailey and RB Jeremiyah Love go 1-2-3 in the 1st round

April 23, 2026 at 11:28 p.m.

By ROB MAADDI PITTSBURGH (AP) — Fernando Mendoza’s journey from overlooked two-star recruit to the top of the NFL draft is complete after the Las Vegas Raiders took him with...

Eagles executive vice president and general manager Howie Roseman speaks with the media during a news conference on April 14, 2026, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)

Will there be any trades in the 1st round of the NFL draft? Keep an eye on these 5 teams.

April 21, 2026 at 7:29 a.m.

Six teams enter the first round of the NFL draft without a pick. Six others have two picks apiece. Let’s make a deal.

Giants defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence walks off the field after a game against the Cowboys on Jan. 4, 2026, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)

Cincinnati Bengals acquire star DT Dexter Lawrence from New York Giants for the No. 10 draft pick

April 18, 2026 at 8:44 p.m.

The New York Giants now have the fifth and 10th picks in the first round of their first NFL draft under new coach John Harbaugh.

Reporter Dianna Russini works on the sideline before a Raiders-Broncos game Sept. 9, 2019, in Oakland, Calif. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)

NFL reporter Dianna Russini resigns from The Athletic after photos published of her with Mike Vrabel

April 14, 2026 at 5:37 p.m.

NFL reporter Dianna Russini has resigned from The Athletic after photos of her and New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel at an Arizona resort prompted an internal investigation.

Iowa guard Kael Combs celebrates during the second half in the second round of the NCAA college basketball tournament Sunday, March 22, 2026, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O’Meara)

NCAA Tournament: Iowa beats No. 1 seed and defending champ Florida on 3-pointer in the final seconds

March 22, 2026 at 10:20 p.m.

Under first-year coach Ben McCollum, Iowa has reached the Sweet 16 for the first time since 1999.

Dolphins wide receiver Jaylen Waddle celebrates a reception against the Bengals on Dec. 21, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Denver Broncos trade for star WR Jaylen Waddle, sending 3 draft picks to Miami Dolphins

March 17, 2026 at 3:45 p.m.

Jaylen Waddle gives Denver Broncos QB Bo Nix another main target with Courtland Sutton, boosting a passing offense that finished 11th in the NFL last season.

Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson runs off the field during a preseason game against the Colts on Aug. 23, 2025, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean)

Star edge rusher Trey Hendrickson heading to Baltimore Ravens on 4-year, $112 million deal

March 11, 2026 at 8:34 a.m.

Four-time Pro Bowl edge rusher Trey Hendrickson has agreed on a four-year, $112 million contract with the Baltimore Ravens, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press...

FILE – Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (98) looks on during the first half of an NFL football game against the Houston Texans, Dec. 21, 2025, in Houston. (AP Photo/Maria Lysaker, File)

Baltimore Ravens nix trade for Las Vegas Raiders’ Maxx Crosby after star pass rusher fails his physical

March 10, 2026 at 8:56 p.m.

The blockbuster trade sending star pass rusher Maxx Crosby to the Baltimore Ravens is off.

Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby looks on during the first half against the Texans on Dec. 21, 2025, in Houston. (AP Photo/Maria Lysaker)

Why NFL teams are becoming more willing to trade 2 first-round picks for elite defensive players

March 7, 2026 at 7:43 a.m.

Defense wins championships. That’s why NFL teams are becoming more willing to part with valuable draft picks for elite defenders.

Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby looks on after a game against the Texans on Dec. 21, 2025, in Houston. (Maria Lysaker/AP file)

Maxx Crosby heading to Baltimore Ravens for 2 first-round picks in trade with Las Vegas Raiders

March 6, 2026 at 9:45 p.m.

Five-time Pro Bowl edge rusher Maxx Crosby is heading to the Baltimore Ravens. The Las Vegas Raiders will receive two first-round picks, including the No. 14 selection next month.

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