NFL Football 24 Hours

Last updated: April 10, 2026, 5:30 AM ET

NFL Draft & Team Strategy

With the draft two weeks away, league buzz centers on quarterback prospects and team positioning, particularly for franchises lacking a first-round pick; the Broncos, trading away Jaylen Waddle, find themselves outside Round 1 for the third time in five years, though their previous results were not entirely negative. Denver, holding the 62nd pick in the second round, is reportedly focusing draft capital on the tight end position, while other teams navigate rookie QB integration; the Raiders are examining historical parallels between pairing a first-time coach like Klint Kubiak with a rookie signal-caller, especially considering the potential arrival of a prospect like Fernando Mendoza. On the collegiate front, a substantial contingent of top talent is preparing for Pittsburgh; five Ohio State Buckeyes are slated to attend the first round, including quarterback Ty Simp, though fellow QB prospect Fernando Mendoza will not be present. Draft analysts are already projecting future rosters, with experts like Mel Kiper Jr. and Matt Miller compiling their ideal 10-man rosters from the 2026 class to assess team construction viability.

League Business & Legal Scrutiny

Offseason team building continues despite looming federal oversight, as sources confirm the Justice Department has initiated a probe into the NFL concerning its television contracts; this investigation specifically targets whether existing agreements violate antitrust law due to mandates requiring consumers to subscribe to multiple costly packages to view all games. Simultaneously, player movement persists, with the San Francisco 49ers securing defensive end Cam Sample on a one-year contract, according to an NFL Network source. Meanwhile, former Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Lavonte David’s legacy is being debated, with former teammate Gerald McCoy strongly arguing his case for Canton, stating, "If his career is not Hall of Fame worthy, I don't know whose is."

Alternative Leagues & Future Footprints

Beyond the NFL, spring football operations are looking toward future expansion; UFL co-owner Mike Repole confirmed plans for league growth in 2028, announcing that Oklahoma City is locked in as one of the next expansion cities, with the second location yet to be determined.