​A total of 257 picks will be made in the 2026 NFL Draft, but there will also be several trades made throughout the three days as well. In a trade-filled first round, here are all eight trades that occurred among the first 32 picks of the draft, as well as grades from our Eric D. Williams. Browns trade No. 6 to Chiefs Chiefs get: No. 6 overall pickBrowns get: No. 9 overall pick, No. 74 overall pick, No. 148 overall pick The Chiefs selected LSU CB Mansoor Delane. Delane was one of the top cornerbacks available. The Browns selected Utah OL Spencer Fano. Williams: Kansas City general manager Brett Veach said he expected a lot of trades in this year’s draft. And with 10 picks in this year’s draft, including two in the first round and a rare pick in the Top-10, it’s not surprising that the Chiefs moved up to fill an obvious need in LSU cornerback Mansoor Delane. Kansas City needed replacements in the secondary after trading Trent McDuffie to the Rams, along with losing cornerback Jaylen Watson to Los Angeles in free agency and safety Bryan Cook to the Bengals in free agency. The top-rated cornerback in this year’s draft, Mansoor gives defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo a developmental piece to help fill the talent void in the back end defensively. And the Chiefs didn’t have to give up much to make the trade work. Cleveland had nine picks heading into this year’s draft, including one of six teams that had two picks in the first round. The Browns need offensive line and receiver help. And with several talented options at both of those position groups, the Browns wisely traded down, picking up two selections in the process to give them 11 picks in this year’s draft. Cleveland used that pick from Kansas City at No. 9 to select Spencer Fano, the first offensive lineman taken in this year’s draft as the Browns continue to focus on upgrading the trenches. Chiefs grade: B+Browns grade: A- Dolphins trade No. 11 to Cowboys Cowboys get: No. 11 overall Dolphins get: No. 12 overall, No. 177 overall, No. 180 overall The Cowboys selected Ohio State S Caleb Downs. Downs was labeled as one of the best defensive players available. The Dolphins selected Alabama OT Kadyn Proctor. Williams: In need of help defensively at all three levels of the defense, Dallas added a versatile player for new defensive coordinator Christian Parker to select one of the safest players in the draft in Ohio State product Caleb Downs. Parker had two play making defensive backs with the Eagles in Cooper DeJean and Quinyon Mitchell. Parker now has a cerebral, tone-setting defensive back that he can move all over the formation in Down, who immediately upgrades the Cowboys’ defense. And Dallas didn’t give up much to make sure the Cowboys got one of the best defensive players in the draft. Miami picked up two fifth-round picks from the Cowboys to move down just a spot, further helping the team’s rebuilding effort under new GM John-Eric Sullivan and head coach Jeff Hafley by adding more picks, giving the Dolphins more bites at the apple as they remake the roster. Miami used that pick to beef up the offensive line for quarterback Malik Willis, taking Alabama offensive tackle Kadyn Proctor. Cowboys grade: A Dolphins grade: A- Cowboys trade No. 20 to Eagles Eagles get: No. 20 overall Cowboys get: No. 23 overall, No. 114 overall, No. 137 overall The Eagles selected USC WR Makai Lemon. Lemon was the 2025 Biletnikoff Award winner. The Cowboys selected UCF Edge Malachi Lawrence. Williams: Philadelphia general manager Howie Roseman lived up to his reputation for making moves, giving up a handful of selections to move up three spots to select USC receiver Makai Lemon at No. 20. With the expectation that Philadelphia will move on from No 1 receiver A.J. Brown, the Eagles made another move to beef up the receiver room once he’s gone with the versatile Lemon, who can play slot and on the perimeter. The Eagles also traded for Dontayvion Wicks, along with signing Marquise "Hollywood" Brown and Elijah Moore in free agency. While Lemon’s a good pick, the Eagles gave up a significant haul to move up three spots to get him, with other talented receivers still available. Even though they moved down three selections, Dallas still managed to secure another playmaker that can help their defense in Central Florida edge rusher Malachi Lawrence. The Cowboys had one of the worst defenses in the league last year, giving up a league-worst 30.1 points per game. At 6-4 and 253 pounds with good speed, Lawrence should add juice to the Cowboys’ pass rush. Paired with safety Caleb Downs, the Cowboys added two difference makers on defense in the first round, along with adding picks to continue to upgrade the roster. Eagles grade: B- Cowboys grade: A Bills trade No. 26 to Texans Texans get: No. 26 overall Bills get: No. 28 overall, No. 69 overall, No. 169 overall The Texans selected Georgia Tech OL Keylan Rutledge. Williams: Houston moves up from two spots to No. 26 to take Georgia Tech offensive guard Keylan Rutledge. A road grader in the running game who plays to the echo of the whistle, Rutledge should help ignite a Houston running game that averaged just 3.9 yards per carry, No. 29 in the NFL. The Texans moved down in the third round and gave up a sixth-round selection to get up to No. 26 for Rutledge to make sure to get the player they wanted. Texans grade: B 49ers trade No. 27 to Dolphins Dolphins get: No. 27 overall 49ers get: No. 30 overall, No. 90 overall The Dolphins selected San Diego State CB Chris Johnson. Williams: Miami moved up three spots to grab one of the most complete corners in the draft in San Diego State product Chris Johnson. It’s the third player Miami added in the first round as they look to revamp the roster, so the Dolphins have done a nice job of using their draft picks to move around the draft board, adding young talent to a depleted roster. Smart and poised, Johnson has a chance to develop into a solid contributor in his rookie season. Dolphins grade: B+ Bills trade No. 28 to Patriots Patriots get: No. 28 overall Bills get: No. 31 overall, No. 125 overall The Patriots selected Utah OT Caleb Lomu. Williams: Runner-ups in the Super Bowl, New England moved up three spots to No. 28 to select Utah offensive tackle Caleb Lomu. New England struggled to protect Drake Maye last season, particularly on the left side of the line with rookie left tackle Will Campbell struggling in the Super Bowl. Lomu provides another athletic, developmental prospect that will grow in New England’s system. Better protection for Maye was well worth the fourth-round pick it took to move up and grab him.Patriots grade: A- 49ers trade No. 30 to Jets Jets get: No. 30 overall 49ers get: No. 33 overall, No. 179 overall The Jets selected Indiana WR Omar Cooper Jr. Williams: San Francisco traded back twice and did not select in the first round. While the moves make sense for the 49ers, who had just six picks entering this year’s draft. It’s also a bit concerning for a team that needs more young talent at receiver and along the defensive line. However, San Francisco now has seven picks over the next two days, including three selections on Day 2 of this year’s draft. New York finished out a productive first round by trading up to grab receiver Omar Cooper Jr. The Indiana product earned the nickname "Deebo Samuel lite" because of his ability to make plays after the catch and should be a nice complementary piece to No. 1 receiver Garrett Wilson. Along with David Bailey at No. 2 and Oregon tight end Kenyon Sadiq, the Jets greatly improved their roster in the first round. 49ers grade: C+ Jets grade: A Bills trade No. 31 to Titans Titans get: No. 31 overall Bills get: No. 35 overall, No. 66 overall, No. 101 overall The Titans selected Auburn Edge Keldric Faulk. Williams: Tennessee traded back into the end of the first round to add Auburn edge rusher Keldric Faulk. It’s no surprise new head coach Robert Saleh would want to add a difference maker on that side of the ball to jump start his defense. Paired with Ohio State receiver Carnell Tate at No. 4, the Titans secured two-tone setters on both sides of the ball to build around last year’s No. 1 overall selection quarterback Cam Ward. Like San Francisco, Buffalo GM Brandon Beane traded back twice to secure more draft picks. Buffalo now has nine selections, including the third pick of the second round. While Buffalo missed out on adding a playmaker late in the first round, there are still some talented players available in areas of need for the Bills, including receiver.Titans grade: B Bills grade: B+ Rounds 2 and 3 Rounds 2 and 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft are officially underway. Here are are the latest trade updates, as well as grades from our Eric D. Williams. Raiders trade No. 36 to Texans Texans get: No. 36 overall, No. 117 overall Raiders get: No. 38 overall, No. 91 overall The Texans selected Ohio State DT Kayden McDonald. The Raiders selected Arizona S Treydan Dukes. Williams: Houston head coach DeMeco Ryans grabs a game wrecker with an early selection in the second round. McDonald was active up front for the Buckeyes, posting an impressive 65 combined tackles in his final season at Ohio State. A projected first-round pick, Houston had one of the best defenses in the league last year, and McDonald joins Will Anderson and Danielle Hunter to help boost one of the best defensive lines in the league. Houston drafted Georgia Tech offensive lineman Keylan Rutledge, so the focus for the Texans has been adding depth in the trenches. Although they moved down a couple spots, Las Vegas still managed to draft a playmaking safety in Arizona product Treydan Stukes. The Raiders needed to improve a secondary that finished with just eight interceptions last season. Stukes finished with four interceptions and 52 combined tackles in his final season at Arizona. The Raiders added another playmaker on defense and picked up some valuable draft compensation in the process. Texans grade: B+ Raiders grade: A Jets trade No. 44 to Lions Lions get: No. 44 overall Jets get: No. 50 overall, No. 128 overall 49ers trade LB Dee Winters to Cowboys Cowboys get: LB Dee Winters 49ers get: No. 152 overall Williams: Dallas needed help at linebacker and already selected two defensive players in the draft in safety Caleb Downs and edge rusher Malachi Lawrence. Winters was a solid contributor for a surprisingly effective San Francisco defense last season, playing without their defensive leader in linebacker Fred Warner. But with the perirenal All-Pro returning from a season-ending leg injury and the 49ers bringing back Dre Greenlaw, Winters would have been relegated to a reserve role for San Francisco. Instead, he gets a chance to earn a starting job on what should be a much better defense for the Cowboys. Giving up a fifth-round pick isn’t bad for a potential starter. San Francisco GM John Lynch continued his quest to accumulate more picks, trading a player at a stacked position group by moving Winters to the Cowboys for a fifth-round pick. However, the problem here is that San Francisco has dealt with injuries at linebacker, including Fred Warner and Dre Greenlaw, and might need Winters’ experience as a depth piece later in the season. In this case, it might be better for San Francisco to have the player instead of the pick. Cowboys grade: A- 49ers grade: C+ Colts trade No. 47 to Steelers Steelers get: No. 47, No. 249 Colts get: No. 53 overall, No. 135 overall, No. 237 overall The Steelers selected Alabama WR Germie Bernard. Vikings trade No. 49 to Panthers Panthers get: No. 49 overall, No. 159 overall Vikings get: No. 51 overall, No. 196 overall The Panthers selected Texas Tech DT Lee Hunter. Read More

​Only seven countries have ever won the men's FIFA World Cup. Will we see one of those teams do it again this summer, or will a new nation join that elite few? On June 11, the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup — which will be broadcast on FOX Sports' family of networks — will commence in what's the first time that the United States is a host country (there will also be games played in Canada and Mexico) for the Men's World Cup since 1994. While pondering whether Lionel Messi and Argentina — which won both the 2022 FIFA Men's World Cup and 2024 Copa América — have one more thriller in them or Kylian Mbappé and France can finish the job after a crushing loss to Argentina in the 2022 title game or if the United States can go on a deep run, here are the all-time winners of the FIFA Men's World Cup: Brazil (Five-time champions): 1958, 1962, 1970, 1994, 2002Germany (Four-time champions): 1954, 1974, 1990, 2014Italy (Four-time champions): 1934, 1938, 1982, 2006Argentina (Three-time champions): 1978, 1986, 2022France: (Two-time champions): 1998, 2018Uruguay: (Two-time champions): 1930, 1950Spain: 2010England: 1966 1930: Uruguay (Host Country) 1934: Italy (Host Country) 1938: Italy 1950: Uruguay 1954: West Germany 1958: Brazil 1962: Brazil 1966: England (Host Country) 1970: Brazil 1974: West Germany (Host Country) 1978: Argentina (Host Country) 1982: Italy 1986: Argentina 1990: West Germany 1994: Brazil 1998: France (Host Country) 2002: Brazil 2006: Italy 2010: Spain 2014: Germany 2018: France 2022: Argentina ___ How To Watch The 2026 FIFA World Cup The World Cup will run from June 11 to July 19, 2026. Spread across three countries, the tournament will culminate with the final on July 19 at New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. All 104 tournament matches will air live across FOX (70) and FS1 (34) with every match streaming live and on-demand within both the FOX One and the FOX Sports apps. A record 40 matches, more than one-third of the tournament, will air in prime time across FOX (21) and FS1 (19). Read More

​The ultimate objective at any World Cup tournament is to lift the trophy alongside your teammates for soccer's ultimate prize. But there are plenty of individual awards to also strive for – including the Golden Ball Award. The Golden Ball Award was officially introduced at the 1982 World Cup for the very first time, awarded to the tournament's best overall player. As the tournament officially expanded – 48 teams and 106 total matches – the competition level is at an all-time high, making the quest for a World Cup Trophy and finding the tournament's top talent more intense than ever. Here's a list of every Golden Ball winner. 1982: Paolo Rossi (Italy) On top of Italy's third World Cup win, young phenom forward Paolo Rossi was awarded the first ever official Golden Ball award. Rossi appeared in seven games for the Italians, scored three goals and added two assists as they defeated West Germany in the final game. 1986: Diego Maradona (Argentina) Clinching Argentina's second World Cup win, midfielder Diego Maradona became 1986's Golden Ball award winner following their 3-2 win over West Germany. In their run to a tournament in Mexico, Maradona contributed five goals and five assists in seven games – including the infamous "Hand of God" goal and the remarkable "Greatest Goal of the 21st Century" in the quarterfinal win against England. 1990: Salvatore Schillaci (Italy) Italian forward Salvatore Schicalli made history as the first Golden Ball winner to not hoist the World Cup trophy. While Italy settled for third place and West Germany claimed their second title, Schicalli contributed six goals and one assist through their tournament run. 1994: Romário (Brazil) The 1994 World Cup win was a memorable one for the Brazilians, as the South American team won its fourth World Cup title. At USA '94, it was 28-year-old forward Romario who clinched the Golden Ball after Brazil outlasted Italy in penalty shootouts 3-2. 1998: Ronaldo (Brazil) With back-to-back final appearances and Golden Ball winners, Brazil's Ronaldo was awarded the 1998 Golden Ball. Despite the Brazilians falling to France in what became their first ever World Cup win, the 21-year-old forward recorded four goals and three assists for Brazil. Ronaldo also reigns as the award's youngest winner. 2002: Oliver Kahn (Germany) Becoming the first, and so far the only, goalkeeper to win the award, Germany's Oliver Kahn was named the 2002 Golden Ball winner. Brazil claimed their fifth title over Germany, winning 2-0. Kahn's tournament performance leading up to their championship appearance caught the eyes of many, where he recorded five shutouts and allowed just three goals. 2006: Zinedine Zidane (France) France found their way back to the World Cup final game after missing it in 2002, but fell short to Italy 5-3 in penalty shootouts. Still, 33-year-old midfielder Zinedine Zidane claimed the Golden Ball. Through his six appearances, Zidane contributed one assist and three goals. Of course, his lasting image will be him getting sent off for headbutting Italy's Marco Materrazzi in the final. 2010: Diego Forlán (Uruguay) Even if Uruguay barely missed the podium, 31-year-old forward Diego Forlán earned Uruguay their first Golden Ball winner. Forlán led Uruguay to a fourth-place finish and added five goals and one assist. 2014: Lionel Messi (Argentina) Lionel Messi's first appearance in a World Cup final during the tournament in Brazil earned him his first Golden Ball award win, despite Argentina's loss to Germany. Messi earned the honor with his four goals and one assist through their tournament run. 2018: Luka Modrić (Croatia) In a year when midfielder Luka Modrić was widely regarded as the world's best midfielder, Modrić took home his first – and Croatia's first – Golden Ball award. His athleticism and midfield acumen carried Croatia to the team's first ever final appearance, where it lost to France, 4-2. Modrić contributed two goals and one assist through their seven games in Russia. 2022: Lionel Messi (Argentina) Arguably one of the best World Cup finals we've seen, Messi made history in Qatar as the only player to win the Golden Ball award multiple times. In Argentina's historic run at the tournament, Messi recorded seven goals and three assists, the most goals by any award winner. Read More

​Real Madrid icon Fernando Hierro has sparked transfer speculation by suggesting that Mohamed Salah would be a perfect addition to the Spanish capital. As the Egyptian forward approaches the final weeks of his legendary Liverpool career, the former Al-Nassr sporting director admitted that any top club would be privileged to secure the free agent. Egyptian star enters final months of contract Salah is set to bring his trophy-laden spell at Liverpool to an end after reaching an agreement to conclude his contract a year ahead of schedule this summer. The 33-year-old has remained a vital figure on Merseyside this term, registering 12 goals and nine assists across 38 appearances in all competitions. Despite intense interest from across the globe, the Egypt international maintains that no definitive decision has been reached regarding his next destination once he becomes a free agent. 'A true football phenomenon' Hierro, who secured three Champions League titles with Los Blancos, believes Salah possesses the world-class quality required to thrive in La Liga. The former defender insisted that the forward's adaptability and experience would make him an asset for any elite side, including Madrid or Barcelona. Discussing the prospect of the Liverpool talisman arriving at the Santiago Bernabeu, Hierro told ON Sport: "Salah to Real Madrid? Of course, I would love that. Salah is an outstanding player in every sense of the word. No one can deny his huge impact at Liverpool and the achievements he has made, especially winning the Premier League. I would love to see him at Real Madrid - anything is possible in football. "Salah is the type of player any club in the world would want to sign. He is exceptional and has a direct impact on the pitch. He is not just a great player; he is a true football phenomenon who makes the difference wherever he plays. "Imagine him in La Liga, whether with Real Madrid or Barcelona — it would be a huge boost for the competition. He has the quality, experience, and ability to adapt to any team or style of play. In the end, Mohamed Salah is a ‘top’ player in every sense. Any club in the world would be proud to have him… so why not see him one day at Real Madrid? Everything is possible in football." Saudi interest remains historical During his tenure as Al-Nassr’s sporting director for the 2024-25 season, Hierro monitored Salah’s situation but found the player committed to his Premier League duties at that time. While rumours frequently linked the winger with a move to the Middle East, Hierro clarified that official negotiations never reached an advanced stage. Reflecting on the previous attempts to lure the superstar to the Saudi Pro League and the player’s priorities, Hierro added: "There were indeed many reports in the past about the possibility of Mohamed Salah moving to the Saudi Pro League, but ultimately, the decision always lies with the player. At that time [last season], his main focus was on Liverpool, which is completely normal for a player of his level. "From our side, like any sporting management, when a name like Mohamed Salah comes up, it naturally attracts great interest because he is an exceptional player who would add value to any team in the world. So yes, in principle, it is impossible to reject the idea of signing a player of such quality - in fact, it would be an honor for any club. "However, it must be emphasised that most of what was reported remained within the realm of rumors and did not reach advanced stages, especially given the player’s commitment to his club at that time." Legacy complete at Anfield Salah will leave the Premier League as one of its most prolific players ever, having secured every major honour, including the Champions League, UEFA Super Cup, and FIFA Club World Cup. His decision to become a free agent this summer will likely trigger a massive bidding war between Europe’s elite and the Saudi Pro League’s financial heavyweights. With his ability to deliver at the highest level still evident, his next choice will define the final chapter of a remarkable career. Read More

​Inter Miami owner Jorge Mas has addressed the inevitable question of how the club will replace Lionel Messi. With the Argentine icon under contract through 2028, the Herons are already planning for a future beyond the GOAT. Mas outlines vision for post-Messi era in Miami Messi has transformed Inter Miami into a global phenomenon since his arrival, but the club’s hierarchy is already preparing for the day the legendary No. 10 eventually retires. Speaking at ‘The Forum’ event at the Metropolitano Stadium in Madrid, owner Mas addressed the constant speculation regarding the team's long-term roster construction and the hunt for a future successor. The American businessman highlighted that while the immediate goal is to capitalise on Messi's presence over the next two seasons, the club's identity is now tied to consistent excellence. Mas noted that the demand from the Floridian fanbase is for a blend of world-class stars and emerging young talent to ensure the "Messi effect" leaves a permanent legacy. Excellence remains non-negotiable for MLS Cup winners During his address, Mas acknowledged the pressure from supporters who are already looking toward the next marquee signing. He insisted that the standard of competition at Nu Stadium will not drop once the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner hangs up his boots, with the club committed to staying at the top of the league. "I want to enjoy Messi while we have him, for the next two years," Mas explained, as quoted by Mundo Deportivo. "Our fans keep asking us who will be next. We always try to sign star players, but also young talent, to give our supporters a sense of belonging. What matters to our fans is competing, winning." Miami targets untapped potential in American market The Inter Miami project has always extended beyond the pitch, with Mas viewing the club as a central pillar of an "unexploited" American football market. The recent opening of the club’s new permanent stadium and entertainment complex is seen as a vital step in moving MLS closer to the popularity of the major domestic leagues in the United States. "The next step is to continue striving to build a great team in a market as large as the United States, but whose league is the fifth most followed domestically," he added. "It's a huge market that hasn't been fully exploited." "We opened the new Miami stadium three weeks ago, not just as a stadium, but as a place for entertainment, shopping, and experiences. One of my most satisfying moments was when we won the championship in December and I saw families around me celebrating our achievement. You walk around Miami and all you see are pink jerseys. It's important to change the cultural impact we can have on soccer." Major industry changes Inter Miami remains the favorite to win the MLS title this season. With Messi's contract running until 2028, the primary focus now is maintaining their dominance in the league while integrating star players into the squad. Off the pitch, the club will continue to develop its new entertainment district to maximize the brand's commercial reach. As long as Messi continues to lead the line, Inter Miami will remain the most watched team in North America, but the foundation laid by Messi and his partners suggests that the "Pink Revolution" is just beginning. Read More