NFL Rookie Contracts Set to Surpass $50M for Top 2026 Picks

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NFL Rookie Contracts Set to Surpass $50M for Top 2026 Picks

The NFL is expected to see rookie deals exceed $50 million for the first time under the current wage scale, with top pick Fernando Mendoza projected to sign a $54.56 million contract. Rising salary caps are driving record guarantees, with total first-round money surpassing $800 million, signaling a new financial era for incoming rookies.

By Sauvik Banerjee

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Puka Nacua Projected to Sign 4-Year, $175M Extension With Rams

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Puka Nacua Projected to Sign 4-Year, $175M Extension With Rams

Puka Nacua has 1 year, $5.7M left, but Spotrac values him at 4 years, $155M ($38.75M AAV). His production points toward a true market reset near $42M+ AAV and $100M+ guaranteed. Projection: Rams move beyond valuation, locking Nacua into a 4-year, $175M extension before training camp. It’ll help him overtake Jaxon Smith-Njigba’s four-year, $168.6M record deal.



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Breaking Down Chiefs’ Plans for the 2026 NFL Draft

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Breaking Down Chiefs’ Plans for the 2026 NFL Draft

The Chiefs could secure Miami edge rusher Rueben Bain Jr. at No. 9 to provide an immediate boost to their defensive front. With the No. 29 pick, they might target Ohio State cornerback Davison Igbinosun. At pick No. 40, Oregon wide receiver Tez Johnson offers the explosive playmaking ability and reliable hands needed to complement Rashee Rice.



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Tyler Shough Eyes WR Help as Saints Prepare for Draft

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Tyler Shough Eyes WR Help as Saints Prepare for Draft

Shough is excited about the Saints potentially adding WRs in the draft. “To get that recognition, it’s an honor,” he said of top WRs wanting to play with him. Still, he emphasized, “we have so much more to grow.” On the class, Shough added, “there’s a lot of talent balance,” and admitted, “I’m excited to find out” who joins the offense.

By Shubham Bhargav

Blake Miller Viewed as Short-Term Fix, Long-Term Solution for Pats

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Blake Miller Viewed as Short-Term Fix, Long-Term Solution for Pats

Mike Reiss projects the Patriots to take Blake Miller at No. 31. “Miller could fill an immediate void while developing as a future replacement,” Reiss noted, highlighting his versatility and long-term upside as New England looks to solidify its offensive line. The 6'6", 315-lb OT, who started all 54 games of his four-year career, set a record with 3,778 offensive snaps.

By Shubham Bhargav

Illinois Lawmakers Working on a Bill to Keep Chicago Bears in the State

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Illinois Lawmakers Working on a Bill to Keep Chicago Bears in the State

State legislators are developing a bill to support a $5 billion domed stadium in suburban Arlington Heights. State Rep. Kam Buckner is pushing an amendment that would add property tax relief for homeowners to a long-discussed “megaprojects” bill. In February, a narrower version of the bill was cleared by an Illinois House committee but stalled due to political divisions.


By Nidheesh Kumar

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