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Muskan Lodhi is an NFL Journalist at EssentiallySports, specializing in contract structures, trade developments, and salary cap strategy across the league. She brings hands-on financial reporting experience to the football desk, offering analytical coverage that connects the business side of the sport with on-field outcomes. Known for her sharp breakdowns of roster dynamics, Muskan delivers clear, insightful analysis of how front offices manage talent and cap space. A steadfast defender of the Dallas Cowboys’ long-term approach, she believes the franchise’s strategy around Micah Parsons and cap flexibility can build a roster ready to dominate the 2026 season.

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Mike McCarthy Could Cut Ties With $68M Star as Steelers Urged to Trade Jalen Ramsey

Steelers trade gains spotlight as head coach Mike McCarthy may move on from a $68M star while the team urged to ship cornerback Jalen Ramsey.

“It’s a Crime”: 10 NFL Teams Called Out for Vance Joseph Snub After Roger Goodell’s Statement on Rooney Rule

Ten NFL teams face the music backlash for snubbing Vance Joseph as commissioner Roger Goodell addresses the Rooney Rule and hiring practices.

Bills HC Joe Brady Announces Plans for Josh Allen’s Offense After Major Coaching Hire

Joe Brady outlines a fresh vision for Josh Allen’s offense as the Bills make a major coaching hire to spark change and growth in 2026.

NFL QB With 2 Wins Rejects Pro Bowl Invititation After C. J. Stroud’s Decision

NFL QB Justin Fields, with just two wins, turns down Pro Bowl invite after C.J. Stroud chooses offseason prep amid an uncertain future.

Roger Goodell Confirms Stance on 18-Game Season After NFL Announced International Expansion

Roger Goodell addresses the 18-game season talks as the NFL ramps up international expansion and overseas regular-season games.

Patrick Mahomes Officially at Risk of Losing 23 Players as Chiefs Get Dire $57M Update

Chiefs face brutal roster math as free agents stack up, values swing, and a quiet NFL shift complicates Patrick Mahomes’ offseason plans

Josh Allen’s Former Coach Breaks Silence on Buffalo Exit as Joe Brady Assembles Bills’ Staff

Quarterback Josh Allen’s former coach shares an emotional message after leaving Buffalo as Joe Brady reshapes the Bills’ coaching staff.

Matthew Stafford Officially at Risk of Losing 15 Players as Rams QB Makes Career Decision

Quarterback Matthew Stafford faces major roster uncertainty as up to 15 Rams players could be lost while the QB weighs a big career decision.

Former Chiefs Star Becomes Cut Candidate for Titans Amid NFL’s Salary Cap Update

A former Chiefs star faces an uncertain future as the Titans weigh a possible roster cut following the latest NFL salary cap update.

Andy Reid Gets Head-Scratching Update on Chiefs Defense as HC Makes Sweeping Coaching Changes

Head coach Andy Reid faces a tough situation as the Kansas City Chiefs' defense receives a confusing update amid major coaching changes.

Mike McCarthy Gets Clear Update on Aaron Rodgers’ Return as Steelers Target Alabama QB

Mike McCarthy gets clarity on Aaron Rodgers’ future as the Steelers explore Alabama’s QB as a potential backup plan.

49ers Legend Merton Hanks Issues Statement on Rumors of Being Diagnosed With Dementia

49ers legend Merton Hanks addresses rumors about his health, issuing a statement denying reports of a dementia diagnosis.
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