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Past articles by Nate:

Four NFL stars in flux: What's next for remaining franchise-tagged players?

With less than one month remaining for the NFL's franchise-tagged players to reach a long-term deal, there's plenty of uncertainty for some big names. → Read More

NFL schedule 2023 winners, losers: Which teams were dealt toughest breaks?

The sequencing of the NFL's 2023 schedule created a favorable setup for some figures while leaving others in a tough spot. → Read More

16 NFL free agents who could be in demand with 2023 draft complete

The completion of the NFL draft can reignite the free-agent market, and there are several notable names still seeking resolution for next season. → Read More

NFL draft 2023 grades: Eagles lead top team classes as Cowboys, Lions flop

With all 259 picks announced, it's time to hand out grades for the 2023 NFL draft. Which teams hauled in the best classes – and which ones fell short? → Read More

NFL draft's 50* biggest busts of the last 50 years: Jets QB Zach Wilson rates high among infamous

The label of "NFL draft bust" has followed several former top picks long after their careers have concluded. Will Zach Wilson be among them? → Read More

Six NFL teams in jeopardy of crippling setbacks during 2023 offseason

Salary-cap crunches, potential free-agent losses and unsettled star quarterbacks could spell big trouble for several NFL teams this offseason. → Read More

Six NFL teams positioned to make major progress during 2023 offseason

With an abundance of salary cap space and/or draft picks, several NFL teams can drastically improve their rosters in the coming months. → Read More

Derek Carr released by Raiders after 9 years. Where will QB land next?

Both Derek Carr and the Raiders are seeking a fresh start in 2023, as the two sides will part ways after the QB refused to waive his no-trade clause. → Read More

Is Travis Kelce the greatest tight end in NFL history? If not, it's only a matter of time

There's a real argument Travis Kelce is already the best tight end in NFL history. Paired with Patrick Mahomes, he doesn't seem to be slowing down. → Read More

NFL's next dynasty? Chiefs on threshold after second Super Bowl win in four seasons

The "dynasty" label tends to get thrown around loosely, but there's a legitimate argument that these Chiefs are on the doorstep. → Read More

Chiefs beat Eagles in Super Bowl 57 for second title in four years

Led by quarterback Patrick Mahomes, the Chiefs overcame a 10-point halftime deficit to defeat the Eagles 38-35 in Super Bowl 57. → Read More

Top 12 for TB12: The most iconic moments of retiring Tom Brady's 23-year NFL career

Trying to select the biggest highlights from Tom Brady's extraordinary 23-year NFL career is no easy task. We'll likely never see another like TB12. → Read More

Dallas Cowboys legend Michael Irvin: Is Brett Maher's issue 'technique' or a 'brain tweak?'

There's hardly a universal sense of confidence in the Dallas Cowboys' decision to stick with kicker Brett Maher after his wild-card playoff misses. → Read More

49ers as Ivan Drago? Michael Irvin explains how Cowboys must beat NFC heavyweights in NFL playoffs

Former Dallas superstar Michael Irvin thinks his former team should take a look at "Rocky" heading into its divisional showdown with 49ers. → Read More

USA TODAY Sports' NFL wild-card weekend picks: As playoffs start, do Cowboys or Buccaneers advance?

Postseason is here and kicks off with six games on "Super Wild Card Weekend," which will conclude with Dallas visiting the Bucs on Monday night. → Read More

NFL playoff picture after Week 18: Lions knock out Packers, send Seahawks to final NFC wild-card berth

With Week 18 over, the 2022 NFL postseason field is fully seeded, Seattle getting the last spot with a major assist from the Lions. → Read More

Nine NFL records that could be broken as 2022 regular season enters final weekend

As the NFL's 2022 regular season reaches its conclusion this weekend, several single-season marks could fall. → Read More

Bills-Bengals game suspended after Damar Hamlin's collapse won't be resumed this week, NFL says

The NFL decided Tuesday that the Bills' Week 17 game with the Bengals will not be completed in the coming days following Damar Hamlin's collapse. → Read More

Retiring J.J. Watt is one of best defenders in NFL history, but his legacy far greater| Opinion

J.J. Watt shone brightest in 2017, a year when he played five games due to injury. He raised millions for the Houston community after Hurricane Harvey → Read More

Week 17 NFL power rankings: Belated playoff pushes drive Packers, Steelers up board

Steelers, Packers may wind up just short of playoffs, but both franchises could still wind up in top half of power poll. → Read More