Judy Battista Profile

Lamar Jackson and the Ravens looked comfortable in their new offense during Sunday's win over the Bengals in Cincinnati Bengals. Judy Battista details how Jackson is set up for success with the best array of weapons he's had during his time in Baltimore.

The New York Jets are turning the page after Aaron Rodgers' season-ending and are looking to Zach Wilson. Judy Battista surveys the state of the team less than 48 hours after it had both a huge win -- and loss.

Jets fans roared when Aaron Rodgers took the field Monday night -- a scene that was soon deflated by the injury that knocked the quarterback out of action shortly thereafter. Judy Battista captures a moment of shock and disappointment.

With the 2023 NFL campaign kicking off this week, Judy Battista identifies 58 things to watch en route to Super Bowl LVIII. What questions will be answered? Which showdowns are must-see TV?

Pro Football Hall of Famer Gil Brandt has died at age 91. Widely recognized as the godfather of modern scouting, Brandt helped build the Dallas Cowboys into "America's Team." Judy Battista explains what made this trailblazer such an influential NFL figure.

Six quarterbacks were selected in the first round of the 1983 NFL Draft. Judy Battista examines how that crop of players helped make pro football into the game we know today.

Mac Jones and the Patriots need a rebound under Bill Belichick and new offensive coordinator Bill O'Brien after an 8-9 season. Judy Battista walks through the pieces at New England's disposal and Jones' growth so far.

Kenny Pickett didn't exactly light the NFL on fire as a rookie, but the Steelers quarterback showed promise down the stretch. After talking to Pittsburgh coach Mike Tomlin, Judy Battista explains why Ben Roethlisberger's successor appears poised for a second-year breakout.

With the sale of the Commanders approved by NFL owners, Judy Battista takes a look at what the change means for Washington and the league as a whole.

Will the Giants and Saquon Barkley work out a new deal? Who will sign DeAndre Hopkins? As NFL teams take a break before training camp, Judy Battista explores the five biggest questions lingering around the league.

Which NFL teams have set up their respective quarterbacks for success in 2023? Judy Battista identifies four franchises that significantly helped their signal-callers this offseason -- and five that didn't.

How will Aaron Rodgers and Anthony Richardson adjust to their new surroundings? How will the offseason-darling Lions look? Judy Battista provides 10 fascinating storylines to follow at mandatory minicamps.

The complete 2023 NFL regular-season schedule is here! NFL.com dives deep into each team's 17-game slate to identify the must-watch matchups and biggest takeaways.

With Trevor Lawrence lifting Jacksonville, Houston (C.J. Stroud), Indianapolis (Anthony Richardson) and Tennessee (Will Levis) each grabbed QB prospects in the 2023 NFL Draft. Colts owner Jim Irsay talks to Judy Battista about the influx of signal-callers in the AFC South. 

The Jets acquired the player they wanted most this offseason in QB Aaron Rodgers, but after missing out on an ideal fit on night one of the 2023 NFL Draft, New York added to its strength by selecting pass rusher Will McDonald IV, writes Judy Battista.

Who is riding high after the Green Bay Packers officially agreed to trade Aaron Rodgers to the New York Jets? And who's worse off? Judy Battista breaks down winners and losers following a long-awaited move.

For the first time, a helmet specifically designed to better protect quarterbacks will be available, NFL Network senior national columnist Judy Battista reports. 

Quarterback Zach Wilson is spending his offseason in an odd limbo while the New York Jets pursue four-time MVP Aaron Rodgers. Judy Battista examines Wilson's current reality and his future with the organization. 

Judy Battista reports on safety-related measures unveiled by the NFL, including the expansion of a rule prohibiting misuse of helmets and broader mandated use of Guardian Caps.

Which losing teams from 2022 are poised for a turnaround in 2023? Judy Battista spotlights six rosters on the rise after a week of free agency signings and trades.

Is the next chapter in the Lamar Jackson story about to unfold? With free agency around the corner, Judy Battista rounds up eight candidates to receive the franchise tag before the 2023 deadline. 

Jalen Hurts was a revelation this season and played his best in the biggest game. Yet despite having a four-TD performance in Sunday's Super Bowl loss to the Chiefs, the team's unquestioned leader owned his role in the defeat and challenged himself to learn from it, Judy Battista writes.

What would winning a second Super Bowl with the Chiefs -- against the Eagles franchise he previously led to prominent playoff success -- mean for Andy Reid's legacy? Judy Battista examines where the coach stands among the all-time greats.

The Eagles selected Brandon Graham, Jason Kelce, Fletcher Cox and Lane Johnson in four successive drafts. Five years after winning a Super Bowl together, they continue to define this franchise. Judy Battista chronicles Philadelphia's core four.

Seven-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady announced his retirement "for good" on Wednesday morning. Judy Battista explores the impact of TB12's decision on the 2023 offseason quarterback market.

The Chiefs will represent the AFC in the Super Bowl for the third time in Patrick Mahomes' five seasons as a starter, but it wasn't easy. Judy Battista says Kansas City showed extraordinary resilience to knock off Cincinnati in Sunday's AFC title game.

Judy Battista assesses the head coaches hired this cycle -- and she breaks down the one opening that still remains. Can Shane Steichen solve the Indianapolis Colts' quarterback quandary?

By romping past the Bills in the Divisional Round and advancing to a second straight AFC title game appearance, Joe Burrow and the Bengals provided a reminder that they are a force to be reckoned with in the race to reach Super Bowl LVII, Judy Battista writes.

Buccaneers QB Tom Brady offered no timeline for a decision on what lies ahead, but Monday night's loss to the Cowboys played out like a microcosm of the season now behind him, writes Judy Battista.

Despite the Patriots' up-and-down season, they are in control of their postseason fate heading into Week 18. Judy Battista explores Sunday's victory over the Dolphins that sets up a win-and-in season finale.

Judy Battista explores the state of the NFC playoff picture to identify the biggest winners and losers from a wild Week 16 slate.

Can anyone stop the Eagles? Will the Giants be able to recapture their early season magic? Judy Battista examines the state of the NFC East race entering the final month of the regular season.

The Browns were victorious in Deshaun Watson's 2022 debut, but Judy Battista says the quarterback's performance against the Texans showed dramatic -- and rapid -- improvement will be needed for Cleveland to have any hope of making a playoff push.

In the wake of the Chiefs' 30-27 win over the AFC West rival Chargers on Sunday night, Judy Battista spotlights how Patrick Mahomes and Co. have not skipped a beat despite all of the new faces on offense.

After one season with the Detroit Lions, Maurice Britt put his football career on pause to serve his nation in World War II -- and proceeded to become one of the most decorated soldiers of his era. Judy Battista digs into Britt's incredible story. 

After a brutal loss to the Vikings, where do the Bills go from here? Judy Battista reports from Buffalo, where she says the repair to the most important part of the team's season began on Sunday night.

Before the Seahawks and Buccaneers square off in the NFL's first regular-season game in Germany, Judy Battista captures the ups, the downs and the unbelievable from the league's decades-long effort to expand the game internationally. 

Did the Buccaneers save their season with a late rally against the Rams on Sunday? Judy Battista reports from Tampa, where she finds a team that might have given itself a powerful reminder in Week 9.

After getting an up-close look at the Jets' loss to the Patriots on Sunday, Judy Battista writes that Gang Green has a quarterback problem. Is Zach Wilson the solution for a team trying to end its playoff drought?

Fifty years ago, the owners of the Colts and Rams pulled off a transaction unlike any other: a complete franchise swap. Judy Battista digs into a bizarre chapter in NFL history that shifted the fates of both teams in far-reaching ways.

With seven weeks of the 2022 NFL season in the books, Judy Battista looks at five preseason expectations that don't match reality.

On Tuesday, Jim Irsay went public with his feelings on Daniel Snyder. Judy Battista explores what this means for the NFL and its owners.

After yet another stunning comeback, this time against Lamar Jackson's Ravens, are the Giants the biggest surprise of the 2022 NFL season? Judy Battista reports on what has changed for the G-Men this year.

What's the Steelers' next move after the team's most lopsided loss of the Mike Tomlin era? Judy Battista says the coach was leaving the door open to any potential fixes after being shellacked by the Bills.

In the wake of Tua Tagovailoa's injury, Judy Battista says the changes coming to the NFL concussion protocol represent a needed step for player safety.

Judy Battista reports from Tampa, where she sees troubling early season signals for Tom Brady and Co. even though the Buccaneers remain on top in the NFC South after Sunday's loss to the Packers.

The Dolphins stunned the Ravens with a comeback for the ages on Sunday. Judy Battista reports from Baltimore, where she finds a Miami team showing the kind of confidence -- and firepower -- it has long been missing.

Baker Mayfield failed to exact revenge against the Browns, his former team, in Week 1. After the game, Judy Battista reports she saw a QB anxious to take on the much bigger task he's facing in 2022.

Which coaches, executives and players will have the biggest impact between now and the final whistle of Super Bowl LVII? With another season of football finally upon us, Judy Battista highlights 22 people who will shape the 2022 NFL campaign.

While there's almost certainly more to be learned about the Bills' response to the allegations against Matt Araiza, the organization made the right decision in releasing the rookie punter, Judy Battista writes.

Deshaun Watson's 11-game suspension brings finality to his situation and clarity to the Browns' plans for the season -- but, Judy Battista writes, questions remain.

Todd Bowles was content finishing his NFL career without a second head-coaching opportunity. Then Bruce Arians passed him the Buccaneers reins. Judy Battista chronicles Bowles' approach in Tampa Bay, exploring how the beloved teacher hopes to elevate those around him.

Robert Saleh's Jets and Brian Daboll's Giants are both in the midst of a rebuild, but Judy Battista says the NFL's two New York franchises have clear differences in two areas: state of the roster and state of mind.

During their Week 3 game against the Bengals, the New York Jets will wear a Ukrainian flag decal on their helmets in support of the country and its citizens. In an interview with Judy Battista, Suzanne Johnson, wife of team owner Woody Johnson, explores her deep Ukrainian ties and discusses the importance of raising awareness for relief efforts.

The NFL's response to Deshaun Watson's six-game suspension represents an important litmus test for the league, Judy Battista writes. An appeal for a more severe punishment could advance the culture shift the league has been seeking.

For the first time in his Pittsburgh tenure, Mike Tomlin will be leading a team without Ben Roethlisberger. But, Judy Battista writes, the Steelers coach and his players remain undaunted as they prepare for the 2022 NFL season. 

Judy Battista isn't quite ready to give up hope that we'll see Rob Gronkowski team with Tom Brady one more time, even after the tight end announced he's once again retiring from the NFL.

What happens with Deshaun Watson? What's next for Deebo Samuel? How will the remaining quarterback dominoes fall? As NFL teams take a break before training camp, Judy Battista explores the five biggest questions lingering around the league.

Which NFL teams have set up their respective signal-callers to succeed in 2022? Judy Battista spotlights five squads that significantly helped their quarterbacks this offseason -- and three others whose team-building strategies raise questions.

How are the big-name QBs who changed teams this offseason adjusting to their new surroundings? Are the Bills ready to get over the hump? Judy Battista provides eight intriguing storylines to follow at mandatory minicamps.

If the 2022 season turns out to be Tom Brady's farewell tour, it will officially be an international affair, Judy Battista writes. TB12's star power will headline the NFL's first regular-season game in Germany, when the Buccaneers and Seahawks clash in November at Munich's Allianz Arena. 

Will the Giants' and Jets' new crop of rookies prove to be transformative? Judy Battista examines where the franchises stand coming out of the 2022 NFL Draft. 

When the 2022 NFL Draft kicks off, the Jets and Giants will have a golden opportunity to push long-gestating turnarounds into high gear. Judy Battista examines a pivotal juncture for pro football in New York City.

Deshaun Watson hovered like a ghost over the NFL for a year, ever-present but almost entirely unseen and unheard. Still facing 22 civil lawsuits, the quarterback was traded to the Browns on Friday. Judy Battista says the ordeal underscores a cold, hard reality.

Tom Brady never seemed fully convinced he was retiring, even when he was retiring. So it's no real surprise, Judy Battista writes, that the seven-time Super Bowl champion is coming back for a 23rd season. Plus, thoughts on Kirk Cousins' extension and Michael Gallup's new contract.

Which NFL players are in line to receive the franchise tag before the March 8 deadline? Judy Battista explores the 10 most intriguing candidates to be tagged this offseason.

Joe Burrow came up just short of leading Cincinnati to its first Super Bowl title Sunday night. Judy Battista looks at how the young Bengals QB handled his first postseason loss since high school.

There's been a changing of the guard at the quarterback position in the postseason, and Judy Battista writes how Super Bowl LVI officially marks the passing of the NFL QB torch. 

How did the Bengals and Rams get to Super Bowl LVI? Judy Battista explores the very different paths the two franchises chose in building a championship contender.

Nine teams are making a change at head coach this offseason. Who's the headliner? And what's the fallout from Brian Flores' lawsuit? Judy Battista explores the results of another hiring cycle marred by diversity issues.

In the wake of Tom Brady's retirement, Judy Battista says the seven-time Super Bowl champion isn't just the G.O.A.T., but the greatest dynasty in NFL history.

The Cincinnati Bengals defeated the Kansas City Chiefs to advance to Super Bowl LVI behind Joe Burrow's unwavering confidence and elite play. Judy Battista explores the win and performance of the NFL's new Joe Cool.

In the wake of Ben Roethlisberger's retirement, Judy Battista looks back on the quarterback's decorated 18-year career. It was rarely pretty, but plenty gritty, marked by an abandon that defined an era of Steelers football, in good times and bad.

A Tom Brady-led comeback bid fell just short as the defending Super Bowl champion Buccaneers lost to the Rams in the Divisional Round. Judy Battista writes about the QB's throwback effort and what's next for him and the Bucs.

The opening day of Super Wild Card Weekend saw the Bengals and Bills advance, while the Raiders and Patriots were sent home. Judy Battista lists winners and losers from the first day of the postseason.

Judy Battista ranks the NFL's head coach openings. How enticing is the Saints job in the wake of Sean Payton's sudden exit?

After an unpredictable Week 17, the final two AFC wild-card spots are still up for grabs heading into the final week of the 2021 NFL regular season. Judy Battista discusses what's ahead for several teams still in contention.

John Madden won a Super Bowl as the coach of the Oakland Raiders, and at the end, that is his least memorable accomplishment. Judy Battista explores the late coach's unparalleled impact on the NFL and football fans across multiple generations.

With their recent miserable loss to the Patriots in the rearview, the Buffalo Bills bounced back to construct a dominant, doubt-silencing win over them Sunday. Judy Battista discusses the win that reclaimed Buffalo the top spot in the AFC East.

With the COVID-19 pandemic now a significant factor for the first time this season, the NFC playoff picture looks increasingly blurry. Judy Battista explores the state of the conference after a wild Sunday with multiple shockers.