Russell Wilson enters his second season with the Broncos facing the weight of proving doubters wrong. He'll do so this time around with new head coach Sean Payton and former rival Mike McGlinchey protecting him on the offensive line.

New Broncos right tackle Mike McGlinchey was one of two important free-agent signings by Denver along the offensive line, but he understands that it will be hard for some fans to get excited about adding big uglies instead of shiny toys.

With the opening wave of free agency in the rearview mirror, Kevin Patra spotlights the best and riskiest moves thus far on the open market. On which side of the ledger does the Raiders' signing of Jimmy Garoppolo fall?

Did the Raiders make the right call in signing veteran QB Jimmy Garoppolo? How will the Bengals move forward after losing a pair of safeties? Jeffri Chadiha identifies the five biggest takeaways from early free agency moves in this edition of The First Read.

The Denver Broncos moved quickly to revamp their offensive line under Sean Payton. The Broncos are signing former San Francisco 49ers right tackle Mike McGlinchey to a five-year, $87.5 million contract. Also, offensive guard Ben Powers is inking a four-year, $52 million contract with Denver.

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Mike McGlinchey sounds like a man resigned to the fact that he'll soon be a former 49er. In an interview with KNBR, the free-agent offensive tackle appeared to strongly hint that the San Francisco 49ers will allow McGlinchey to hit the open market and will be unable to keep him at his expected price tag.

Dre'Mont Jones isn't exactly a household name in the NFL, but the former third-round pick appears poised to break the bank in free agency. Tom Pelissero spotlights seven less-heralded players who could be in line for BIG second contracts.

Will Zach Allen provide solid value on his next contract? Where does Baker Mayfield fit in a crowded QB market? Gregg Rosenthal identifies players who could be underpriced and overpriced in NFL free agency in 2023.

Kevin Patra matches each NFC team to one ideal free agent fit. Could Odell Beckham finally end up with the Cowboys? Might Derek Carr find a new home in New Orleans?

Which NFL players will garner the most interest on the open market in March? Gregg Rosenthal provides an early look at the top 51 prospective free agents for 2023, and the class is headlined by two players on the same playoff-bound team.

Here are the injuries and news we're monitoring around the league on this Week 6 Sunday.

Arizona will have to lean on James Conner out of the backfield for at least the next three weeks. Cardinals running back Chase Edmonds suffered a high-ankle sprain and is likely to land on injured reserve.

Panthers center Matt Paradis was carted into the locker room in the first quarter with a knee injury and will not return against New England. Plus, other news from around the NFL on Sunday.

Which roster looks best in the NFL's toughest division? Is the Rams' top-heavy blueprint built for success? Can the 49ers return to the Super Bowl with a rookie at quarterback? Gregg Rosenthal projects the starters for every team in the NFC West.

The deadline for NFL teams to option the fifth year on rookie contracts for their 2018 first-round picks is Monday, May 3, and some clubs are getting out ahead of the pack.

Gil Brandt examines which first-round picks from 2018 should have their fifth-year options picked up. Where do the Browns' Baker Mayfield and the Jets' Sam Darnold stand?

Chris Wesseling assesses the landscape of NFL offenses now that the draft has concluded and the majority of free-agent signings are in the books. Which units are the most potent? Here are the top 10 attacks heading into the 2020 season.

Smack dab in the middle of offseason roster reconstruction, the spotlight's on NFL decision makers. Perfect time for Gregg Rosenthal to provide his annual GM Power Rankings! And at the moment, no general manager's flying higher than Kansas City's Brett Veach.

Kyle Shanahan has always used pre-snap motion in his offense, but the 49ers now utilize shifts or motion on 79 percent of their offensive plays. Nick Shook explores the effectiveness.

Kirk Cousins and the Minnesota Vikings travel to Santa Clara to take on Jimmy Garoppolo and the San Francisco 49ers on Saturday. Jeremy Bergman previews the Divisional Round playoff game.

The San Francisco 49ers outlasted the New Orleans Saints in an instant classic that gives the Niners a clear path toward the NFC's No. 1 seed. But the win had an even deeper, personal meaning for the franchise, Jim Trotter writes.

With the Cowboys losing to the Bears on Thursday night, the Eagles inched closer to the postseason. Charley Casserly examines Philly's playoff path and four other storylines to watch in Week 14.

The Seattle Seahawks (8-2) escaped Levi's Stadium with a nail-biting 27-24 overtime victory over the previously undefeated San Francisco 49ers (8-1) on the legs of Jason Myers.

NFL Network's James Palmer on Broncos under Payton: 'Everyone is going to play in the preseason'

NFL Network's Jeffri Chadiha breaks down the biggest moves to start the negotiating window.

NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reports the Denver Broncos reach agreement with offensive tackle Mike McGlinchey on five-year, $87.5M contract.

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NFL Network's Tom Pelissero: Under-the-radar 2023 free agents who could earn big paydays.

NFL Network's Gregg Rosenthal on which free agents are likely to be overpriced and underpriced in the 2023 offseason.

NFL Network's Jim Trotter discusses the offseason priorities checklist for the San Francisco 49ers in 2023.

NFL Network's Scott Pioli shares his biggest free agents of the offseason.

GMFB' shares which player they believe will shine bright in the AFC/NFC Championships.

NFL Network's MJ Acosta reports the latest on the status of San Francisco 49ers right tackle Mike McGlinchey and fullback Kyle Juszczyk heading into their matchup with the Los Angeles Rams in Week 6.

NFL Network's Steve Smith sits down with San Francisco 49ers tackle Joe Staley and rookie tackle Mike McGlinchey.