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This Week in Sports Trivia: April 16, 2026
How closely were you following the sports news this week? Find out and test your knowledge by taking The Athletic's weekly quiz.
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Apr 16, 2026
Top 10 2026 NFL Draft Sleepers: Defense
After yesterday’s piece looked at the offensive side of the ball, today’s is all about defense. To take a br...
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Apr 16, 2026
For some NFL Draft prospects, joining the league now means a pay cut from college football
“I’m definitely making less with the Colts,” former Notre Dame QB Riley Leonard said. And he's not alone.
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Apr 16, 2026
4 reminders to keep yourself grounded during the NFL Draft
The 2026 NFL Draft is only one week away, so here is our four-step guide to a pleasant experience.
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Apr 16, 2026
Predicting how the Lions will surprise in the 2026 NFL Draft
The Detroit Lions always seem to surprise on draft weekend. Here’s our prediction for 2026.
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Apr 16, 2026
New York Jets News: Jets Cancel Prospect Visit as NFL Draft Decision Nears
Your daily links to the New York Jets
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Apr 16, 2026
Cowboys news: Draft experts have Dallas trading up
Here's the latest news pertaining to the Dallas Cowboys.
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Apr 16, 2026
2026 NFL Draft: Cowboys, Jaguars lead teams likely to trade down, up
Teams move up and down the draft order every April to secure their favorite prospects. Here are six teams primed for mov...
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Apr 16, 2026
Buzz building that Caleb Downs won’t make it out of the top 10
Will Downs still be available when the Bengals pick at No. 10?
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Apr 16, 2026
Chiefs News 4/16: 3 national mock drafts name same duo of Chiefs picks
The latest Chiefs news, brought fresh to you every morning!
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Apr 16, 2026
Is Keyshawn James-Newby the Hidden Gem of the Edge Draft Class?
Hogs Haven takes a look at 2026 NFL Draft prospects that could contribute to the Commanders
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Apr 16, 2026
We asked AI to predict Fernando Mendoza's NFL career path. Here are the results
USA TODAY Sports asked AI to predict Fernando Mendoza's NFL career, stats and other awards. The results might surpri...
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Apr 16, 2026
2026 NFL Draft sleepers: Which players could be this year's hidden gems?
The 2026 NFL Draft class will surely produce a few hidden gems in the middle-to-late rounds. These players could be this...
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Apr 16, 2026
2026 NFL mock draft: Fernando Mendoza leads final 7-round predictions, then what?
Come the last weekend in April, 257 players will be drafted to the NFL. Here's how we think that could shake out in ...
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Apr 16, 2026
2026 NFL Draft rankings: Where do QBs rank behind Fernando Mendoza?
Fernando Mendoza leads QB prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft. Who ranks close behind him? USA TODAY Sports has full QB pros...
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Apr 16, 2026
Why teams should select Notre Dame’s Jeremiyah Love — no matter his position value
“I think smart teams will see the player and not the position,” one team scout said.
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Apr 16, 2026
2026 NFL Draft safety guide: Big nickels, deep safeties, and do-it-all playmakers
We break down a deep and talented safeties class full of NFL Draft prospects who fit specific roles for the modern defen...
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Apr 16, 2026
2026 NFL Draft: Examining the recent history of first-round trades on draft night
Bradley Locker researches the last 10 years of first-round trades happening on Day 1 of the NFL Draft to project what we...
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Apr 16, 2026
Giants news, 4/16: Kiper, Brugler, McShay mock drafts, latest on Dexter Lawrence
New York Giants headlines for Thursday
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Apr 16, 2026
Broncos Country, we are one week away from the 2026 NFL Draft
The 2026 NFL Draft begins next Thursday. Here are some thoughts relative to the Denver Broncos’ draft plans one week o...
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Apr 16, 2026
How 49ers' NFL Draft homework on a 'frat guy' prospect landed them a perennial Pro Bowler
George Kittle's pre-draft experience with the 49ers included what he considers the best workout of his life, which he di...
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Apr 16, 2026
Daily Dawg Chow 4/16; As the draft nears will the Browns trade or pick?
More of the latest Browns news and notes from around the web in today’s dose of the Daily Dawg Chow.
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Apr 16, 2026
6 interior defensive line fits for the Patriots in the NFL Draft
Previewing this year’s interior defensive line class ahead of the draft.
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Apr 16, 2026
49ers News: One week away
Your daily San Francisco 49ers news for Thursday, April 16th, 2026
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Apr 16, 2026
Football players on LinkedIn? Fernando Mendoza isn’t the only one
LinkedIn isn't just for regular working folks. NFL players see a lot of value in the networking platform.
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Apr 16, 2026
Eric DeCosta: This draft has a talent drop-off midway through the first round
The Ravens' GM thinks the talent drop-off hits right about where the Ravens pick, at No. 14.
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Apr 16, 2026
Ranking recent Howie Roseman Eagles draft picks by round
Here's a ranking of Howie Roseman's draft picks by round since the 2016 NFL Draft.
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Apr 16, 2026
Fanatics flag football event could lose Saudi funding
Saudi Arabia could be losing its appetite for investment in sports.
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Apr 16, 2026
Jets Cancel Top 30 Visit With No. 2 Overall Favorite
Draft rumors move quickly in the final weeks leading up to Day 1 of the big event. Just five days ago, Texas Tech edge r...
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Apr 16, 2026
Jaire Alexander opens up on his fight with ‘internal battles’ during trying 2025 season
The two-time Pro Bowl cornerback opened up in an Instagram post on Tuesday.