Monday 31 August 2020

Bears' Nagy clarifies he'll name QB next week

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Bears coach Matt Nagy now says he intends to name Chicago's starting quarterback early next week, choosing between Mitchell Trubisky and Nick Foles.

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NFL takes over Washington Football Team probe

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The NFL is now overseeing the investigation by Beth Wilkinson into the Washington Football Team over alleged sexual harassment issues in the organization.

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NFL takes over Washington Football Team probe

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The NFL is now overseeing the investigation by Beth Wilkinson into the Washington Football Team over alleged sexual harassment issues in the organization.

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Chiefs finalizing new contracts for Andy Reid and Brett Veach, reportedly linking duo to K.C. through 2025

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K.C. is locking up more of its Super Bowl-winning core

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Sources: KC reaches extensions with Reid, Veach

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The Chiefs have agreed to contract extensions through 2025 with coach Andy Reid and general manager Brett Veach, sources confirmed to ESPN.

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Protocols adjusted to minimize false positives

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The NFL and NFL Players Association have adjusted protocols in hopes of minimizing the effects of a false positive after a COVID-19 test result, a memo sent to teams says.

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Source: Chargers' James to undergo knee surgery

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Chargers safety Derwin James needs surgery on his injured right knee and will be out six to eight months, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Monday.

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Sean McVay says Cooper Kupp dealing with leg soreness not injury, expected to be ready for Rams Week 1 opener

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McVay says Kupp is not dealing with an ankle injury

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After Jaguars cut Leonard Fournette, all signs point toward top of 2021 draft

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With their moves of the past two days, it's hard to make an argument the Jaguars are playing to win in 2020. There could be a prize at the end, though.

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Cowboys safety interest in 2020: Why Logan Ryan would be a better signing than Earl Thomas

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It's the smarter move, if you truly think about it

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Doug Marrone on why the Jaguars didn't trade Leonard Fournette: 'We couldn't get anything'

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Not even a late-round draft pick was floated Jacksonville's way

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NFL insider notes: Jaguars keep making a mess and it's time Shad Khan cleaned it up, Chiefs stranglehold, more

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The Jags have little to show for years of top picks, yet Dave Caldwell and Doug Marrone seem to have nine lives

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Washington running back Antonio Gibson is a rising fantasy football sleeper you should target in drafts

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Gibson should be someone you have your eye on in every draft

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Ravens elusive about Lamar's rushing attempts

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The Ravens were again elusive when asked is Lamar Jackson would run the ball less this season.

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Source: Raiders moving on from CB Amukamara

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The Raiders have released cornerback Prince Amukamara, a source confirmed to ESPN, making the move after rookie Damon Arnette excelled in training camp.

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Four reasons why Seahawks will win Super Bowl LV: Russell Wilson finally has the skill players to unleash

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Wilson and the Seahawks are primed for a monster season

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Leonard Fournette landing spots after Jaguars waive RB: Patriots, Bucs emerge in top five

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With a talent like Fournette, these five teams should start kicking the tires

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Where the four NFL quarterback battles stand: Trubisky or Foles? Which rookie will start?

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The Bears are among the teams yet to settle on a starter, with others trying to decide when to turn to their first-round picks.

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Jaguars depth chart 2020: Jacksonville's projected Week 1 starters after Fournette's release, Ngakoue trade

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Get to know the players who will likely be starting in Week 1 for the Jaguars

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Patricia: Undlin will call Lions' defensive plays

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Defensive coordinator Cory Undlin will be calling the defensive plays for the Lions this season, coach Matt Patricia announced Monday.

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2021 NFL Draft: What to know about Ja'Marr Chase, LSU receiver who is expected to opt out of 2020 season

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If Chase had been draft-eligible after the 2019 season he may have been the first WR selected

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Jaguars release former first-round pick Leonard Fournette less than two weeks before opener

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The former fourth-overall pick is no longer in Jacksonville

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2021 NFL Draft: Georgia quarterback headlines list of transfers who could lift their stock this fall

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Here's a look at old faces in new places who could elevate their place in the NFL draft

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Yannick Ngakoue traded: Sizing up Jaguars' roster long-term, potential 2021 NFL Draft strategy

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Let's break down the state of the Jaguars' roster and size up a 2021 draft strategy

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2020 NFL win total odds, picks: Cowboys a popular best bet, big Broncos split in our staff predictions

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Check out all of the CBSSports.com staff best bets on win totals for the 2020 NFL season

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Jaguars cut ties with Fournette after 3 seasons

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The Jaguars have waived running back Leonard Fournette, ending a tumultuous three-year run.

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Barnwell ranks Achilles' heels for 20 NFL contenders: Bills' QB, Pats' RT, more

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Every team has a weakness, even the Super Bowl favorites. A few should worry more than others -- including the Bills.

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'Feel the cringe': 49ers still salty about Super Bowl failure

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Kyle Shanahan had the 49ers rewatch parts of the Super Bowl recently. They still don't like it, but are ready for a "Legendary Revenge Tour."

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Sunday 30 August 2020

Browns reportedly had serious trade talks about Yannick Ngakoue before he was dealt to Vikings

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Cleveland nearly added another gifted edge rusher opposite Myles Garrett

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Bengals: No doubt in Burrow's chops as starter

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Joe Burrow didn't play as well as he did in the Bengals' first intrasquad scrimmage, but coach Zac Taylor said his impressive showing since Day 1 has warranted a start in Week 1.

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Source: Chargers' James dealing with knee injury

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Chargers safety Derwin James is receiving a second opinion on a knee injury he suffered Sunday, a source told ESPN.

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Top 2020 NFL pass rushers: Ranking all 32 starting edge rusher duos, from worst to first

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After their trade for Yannick Ngakoue, the Vikings rank among the NFL's best

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Texans sign Zach Cunningham to hefty four-year extension, securing linebacker through 2024, per report

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The former second-round pick went from the 111th highest-paid inside LB to the 10th

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Derwin James leaves Chargers practice after suffering hamstring injury, per reports

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The Pro Bowler missed most of 2019 with a foot injury

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Source: Texans, LB Cunningham reach extension

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The Texans and linebacker Zach Cunningham have reached agreement on an extension.

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Seahawks put DE Jackson on IR after knockout

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The Seahawks put defensive end Branden Jackson, who was knocked out in a scrimmage, on injured reserve.

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Jets void Ballage deal, lose RB Perine to injury

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The New York Jets suffered two blows Sunday at running back, voiding a trade for Kalen Ballage because of a failed physical and losing promising rookie La'Mical Perine to a potentially serious ankle injury.

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Eagles' Jalen Reagor leaves practice with shoulder injury, will undergo MRI to determine severity, per report

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The team is holding its breath after the rookie WR left practice early

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Eagles' Carson Wentz leaves practice with minor soft tissue injury, listed as day-to-day, per report

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There's a sigh of relief in Philadelphia -- sort of

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Yannick Ngakoue trade grade: Vikings best Jaguars in deal struck for Pro Bowl pass rusher

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There are nothing but smiles in Minnesota right now

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Will Dave Caldwell and Doug Marrone be around to make stockpiled draft picks?

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The Jaguars now have four picks in the first two rounds of the 2021 draft.

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Patriots notebook: Running back battle between Sony Michel and Damien Harris starting to take center stage

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Patriots news and nuggets you may have missed from this past week

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Logan Ryan changes agents in free agency, poised to do a deal ahead of the NFL regular season, per report

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The veteran defensive back just made a big change

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Yannick Ngakoue reportedly takes pay cut to exit Jaguars, and Vikings aren't only team he would've done it for

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The Pro Bowl pass rusher apparently really wanted to leave Jacksonville

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Yannick Ngakoue makes Vikings̢۪ defense elite again, but plenty of work ahead

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The Vikings' trade for the young pass-rusher elevates the defense but will have a ripple effect on the contracts of several players on the roster.

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Sources: Eagles' Peters eyes raise to return to LT

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After Andre Dillard suffered a season-ending injury, the expectation was that Jason Peters would slide back to his natural position of left tackle. But sources confirmed to ESPN that Peters is seeking more money to change positions.

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Power of positivity brought Panthers' Teddy Bridgewater all the way back

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On Aug. 30, 2016, everything changed for Teddy Bridgewater. But it never defined him. Now he's a starting QB again and an inspiration to his hometown.

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Jaguars agree to trade Pro Bowl edge rusher Yannick Ngakoue to Vikings for draft picks, per report

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Ngakoue is heading to Minnesota

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Two years into post-Gronk life, void at tight end still looms for Patriots

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The position, once a key to New England's offense, is again among the team's question marks because of injuries and other circumstances.

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Next great 88? Cowboys' CeeDee Lamb proving all the hype is legit

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He's wearing No. 88. He's making one-handed catches. He's surpassing the expectations that come with being a first-round pick of the Cowboys' storied franchise.

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Cowboys' Dak Prescott has turned backyard field into his home office

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The Dallas quarterback added a 55-yard turf field this spring, which came in handy during an offseason impacted by his contract talks and the pandemic.

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Sources: Jags agree to trade Ngakoue to Vikings

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The Jaguars have agreed to trade franchise defensive end Yannick Ngakoue to the Vikings for a second- and a conditional fifth-round pick that could go as high a third-round pick, league sources told ESPN.

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Saturday 29 August 2020

Interception spurs Lamar in Ravens' scrimmage

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Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson struggled in Saturday night's intrasquad scrimmage but finished on a hot streak.

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Packers' prez: NFL owners can help effect change

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In a video message on the team's website, Green Bay Packers president Mark Murphy said Saturday that he believes NFL owners can effect change when it comes to social injustices.

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Best of Saturday's NFL training camps: Chiefs raise banner, Bengals march, Packers bike

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Several teams had a dress rehearsal for Week 1, and the Chiefs celebrated their championship with a few fans. Check out the top photos, videos and notes from the NFL on Saturday.

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Chiefs working on long-term extensions with head coach Andy Reid and general manager Brett Veach

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The Chiefs are working on a second long-term extension for Reid

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Ravens' Campbell: Voices strongest while playing

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Ravens defensive end Calais Campbell said NFL players' voices are strongest when they are playing.

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Source: Seahawks bringing back WR Richardson

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The Seattle Seahawks are bringing back Paul Richardson amid injuries to their wide receiver corps, a source confirmed to ESPN.

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Jets' Gase: Caught off guard by Bell tweets

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New York Jets coach Adam Gase met with running back Le'Veon Bell to clear the air in the wake of a Twitter rant by Bell in which he questioned his removal him from an instrasquad scrimmage.

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Bengals march to deliver anti-racism message

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Center Trey Hopkins and rookie quarterback Joe Burrow delivered the Bengals' message on the steps of the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center in downtown Cincinnati.

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Jason Peters still at guard after Andre Dillard injury, reportedly wants raise to move back to left tackle

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Peters signed a one-year, $3 million deal to replace Brandon Brooks at guard

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Washington's Smith takes part in full-team work

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Washington Football Team quarterback Alex Smith participated in full-team work Saturday for the first time in training camp, yet another pivotal step in his attempt to return from a gruesome leg injury.

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Chiefs raise Super Bowl LIV championship banner

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The Kansas City Chiefs received one of the spoils of their Super Bowl LIV championship on Saturday when the team raised the banner in front of a couple of thousand fans at an Arrowhead Stadium practice.

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Fitzpatrick misses scrimmage after mother dies

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Dolphins QB Ryan Fitzpatrick left just prior to Saturday's scrimmage after learning that his mother had died, coach Brian Flores said.

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Raiders swing trade with Dolphins for linebacker Raekwon McMillan in latest move to bolster defense

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McMillan is the third potential starting linebacker the Raiders added this offseason

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Sources: NFL plans Week 1 social justice content

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The NFL is planning extensive content around racial injustice for Week 1 of the regular season, sources told ESPN.

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Jets adding depth to pass-catching corps with reported signing of former Colts wideout Donte Moncrief

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The Jets previously added Breshad Perriman and Denzel Mims to their group of receivers this offseason

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Source: Dolphins trade LB McMillan to Raiders

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Linebacker Raekwon McMillan, who had fallen down the Dolphins' depth chart this offseason, has been traded to the Raiders for a 2021 fourth-round pick, a source told ESPN.

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Source: Jets reach deal with receiver Moncrief

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Hurting for veteran depth at wide receiver, the New York Jets have agreed to terms with free agent Donte Moncrief, a league source confirmed Saturday.

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Saints' Taysom Hill savors QB reps before resuming Swiss Army knife role

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Having no preseason games hurt Hill, who wants to show he can be a QB starter. But come Week 1, he'll again be one of the NFL's most versatile players.

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Raiders' Darren Waller continues march for stardom, continued sobriety in Sin City

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Three years sober, the Raiders' breakout tight end is continuing his path of recovery.

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2020 training camp injury fears have been realized for some NFL teams

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Anecdotal evidence suggests the NFL is having a soft tissue injury problem this summer.

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Mastering an NFL playbook from parents' basement: Joe Burrow Zooms into Year 1

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Taking the reins as a starting NFL quarterback from Day 1 is daunting enough. Amid the challenges of COVID-19, Joe Burrow is winning over the Bengals.

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The source of Cowboys wide receiver Amari Cooper's deception: chess

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Heading into his seventh NFL season, the playmaker is ready to prove himself as an elite receiver, and, maybe less notably, as the Cowboys' resident chess guru.

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Friday 28 August 2020

Baker Mayfield starting to feel 'way more comfortable' in Browns offense, and here's why he's set for big year

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Kevin Stefanski's scheme benefits Mayfield, who's coming off a down 2019 season

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Tomlin: Privilege doesn't shield us from outrage

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Mike Tomlin acknowledged that he and his team are privileged by being members of the NFL, but said that privilege doesn't shield them from outrage over injustice.

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Russell Wilson says Seahawks wouldn't have played a scheduled game this week in wake of Jacob Blake shooting

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In the wake of postponements in multiple leagues, Wilson revealed his team would have taken the same path

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Titans' Vaccaro: Not talking football this season

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Titans safety Kenny Vaccaro said he is nixing football talk this year and will instead use his platform to discuss social injustice and police brutality.

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Broncos' Gordon emotional on native Kenosha

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Of all of the Broncos players and coaches who spoke during a day's worth of discussions about social justice, police shootings and potential work the players and team could do in the community, Melvin Gordon III's words may have resonated the deepest.

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Source: Ravens alter plan, don't cancel practice

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After announcing they would cancel practice, the Ravens instead altered their routine on Friday, holding meetings ahead of a walk-through, a source told ESPN's Jamison Hensley.

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Ravens' DeShon Elliott sure he's the right replacement for Earl Thomas: 'I know I'm going to make my plays'

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Elliott is ready for his huge opportunity

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Brady 'fired up' in Raymond James scrimmage

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"No butterflies," Tom Brady said about his first scrimmage at Raymond James. "He had a hell of a day," coach Bruce Arians said.

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Here's what Patriots' Bill Belichick would do if he could make changes to the NFL rulebook

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Bill Belichick has some ideas for the NFL and NCAA

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Here's why Patriots' Damien Harris could be a late-round key to winning fantasy football leagues in 2020

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New England's second-year back could take the leap in Bill Belichick's offense

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Three bold predictions for Eagles: Jalen Reagor accomplishes a feat no receiver in team history has ever done

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Reagor sets a new mark for Eagles pass catchers in his rookie season

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NFL insider notes: 2020 offers experiment for what truly drives home-field advantage, beat-writer ban and more

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What will NFL's differing fan policies mean? Probably not competitive disadvantages, and they make financial sense

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Three bold predictions for 49ers: Brandon Aiyuk breaks out quickly, Jimmy Garoppolo goes on a tear in 2020

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Here's why you shouldn't expect the 49ers to take a step back in 2020

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Fantasy football and COVID: What your fantasy league needs to consider in 2020

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What safeguards can you put into place to ensure you and your leaguemates can still enjoy the 2020 fantasy season?

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Bears distance themselves from Brian Urlacher following his Instagram post dismissing NBA protests

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'NBA players boycott the playoffs because a dude reaching for a knife, wanted on a felony sexual assault warrant, was shot by police,' Urlacher wrote on Instagram

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2020 preseason All-AFC West Team: Patrick Mahomes, Chargers cornerback trio lead strong two-way roster

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The AFC West is not short on young talent

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AFC West's most intriguing 2020 additions: It's all about explosive rookies on offense

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Here's a look at the top newcomers for the Broncos, Chiefs, Chargers and Raiders

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Three bold predictions for Cardinals in 2020: Kyler Murray breaks out, Arizona has best season since 2015

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The Cardinals have the talent to compete with the rest of the NFC West

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NFL up next amid sports world paradigm shift: Here's what to expect, and the path league should take

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The NFL will be part of a changed landscape; it's time the league invested in the communities that created its product

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Ranking all 32 NFL teams by training camp performance: Ravens, Steelers among the top five

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Any guesses as to which team rounds out the list at No. 32?

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Cowboys exec: Blake Jarwin can be 'great' in Dallas, will 'spread his wings' and likely break out in 2020

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It's the dawn of a new era in Dallas, and the team is excited for what's next

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Ravens cancel practice, to hold 'unifying session'

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After nine teams chose not to practice Thursday in response to the police shooting of Jacob Blake, the Ravens will not practice Friday and instead will hold a "unifying session" about social justice reform.

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Home cooking, team-bonding trips and no interviews: Inside Baker Mayfield's low-key offseason

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With a new coach, an improved line and Pro Bowlers all over the offense, the onus is on Mayfield to prove he is a franchise QB capable of turning the Browns into a winner.

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How facing Tom Brady is helping the Bucs' young secondary grow in a hurry

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The Bucs have one of the youngest secondaries in the league, but who better to help teach them what offenses are trying to do to them than Brady?

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Projected 2021 draft order: Jacksonville, Washington are favorites for top pick

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We're looking ahead to next year's NFL draft, which could feature more top QBs.

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Thursday 27 August 2020

Former Steelers 'super' executive Bill Nunn Jr. is a contributor finalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame

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Nunn helped put a spotlight on talent previously hidden in small schools and historically black colleges

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Source: Dolphins trade RB Ballage to rival Jets

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The Jets and Dolphins have agreed to a rare intra-division trade with running back Kalen Ballage headed to New York for a conditional late-round draft pick.

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Bucs' Arians challenges players to 'take action'

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Bucs coach Arians held a brief team meeting before practice and told players he fully supports moving or canceling practice if players can devise a plan to bring about change. Otherwise, he said, "your responsibility is to take action."

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Brandon Marshall talks potential NFL return, new business venture and health habits during career

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CBS Sports sat down with the former Pro Bowler to discuss his life after football

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Saints practice with Jacob Blake's name on players' helmets in the wake of Wisconsin shooting

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This comes amid several other teams opting to cancel training camp practice to discuss social justice

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Dodgers' Buehler heads to IL because of blister

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Right-hander Walker Buehler was placed on the 10-day injured list by the Dodgers on Thursday with a blister on his pitching hand.

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Lions rook learned love of football from Madden video game

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Lions rookie Jeff Okudah, the No. 3 overall pick of the NFL draft, says that if it wasn't for the Madden video game he might have never learned to play football.

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Bears' David Montgomery to miss multiple weeks with groin injury but could be ready for Week 1, per report

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Montgomery still has a chance to play in the season opener

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Several NFL teams cancel practice after NBA monumental's decision to halt play in wake of Jacob Blake shooting

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Washington canceled Thursday's practice late on Wednesday, and several other teams followed suit

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Cowboys' Xavier Woods not bothered by Earl Thomas talk as buzz increases to bring All-Pro to Dallas

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The Cowboys remain interested in Thomas, but Woods has proven himself as a starting-caliber safety

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Dungy added to Hall of Fame selection panel

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Tony Dungy has been added to the Pro Football Hall of Fame's selection committee, the fourth hall member to become part of the voting process.

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Ranking Jonathan Taylor, Cam Akers and other rookie running backs by who'll make biggest 2020 impact

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Let's rank the rookie runners by the impact they're set to make in 2020

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Bengals' Mackensie Alexander's father found alive and 'is in good health,' per report

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Alexander's father has been missing for three days in Florida

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Three bold Packers predictions for 2020: A new addition helps Green Bay repeat as division champs

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LaFleur will prove that last year was no fluke

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Colts, Jets among NFL teams to cancel practices

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Some NFL teams canceled practice Thursday to instead use the time to discuss social injustice following the police shooting of Jacob Blake in Wisconsin.

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Missing father of Bengals' Alexander found alive

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After being reported missing on Monday, the father of Bengals CB Mackensie Alexander was found alive Thursday morning in Florida after walking up to a ranger station.

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Jordan Love 'just needs more time' as he feels way through Packers offense

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The learning process has been slow and steady for Love, but Aaron Rodgers also experienced an uneven first camp.

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2020 preseason All-AFC South Team: J.J. Watt leads a group that's strong in the trenches

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The AFC South is loaded with talent on both sides of the line heading into the 2020 season

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NFL teams combating coronavirus in high-tech (and low-tech) ways

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There are sanitizing stations and lots of Plexiglass, sure, but some teams have found even more innovative and technological ways to keep players safe during training camp.

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Jaguars hope an army of sanitizers will save the football season

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The Jaguars are covering the equivalent of two football fields with disinfectant every day. And they're seeing ancillary benefits to having a super-clean facility.

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How the Titans are running their cafeteria during a pandemic

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So long, buffets. Feeding a team safely amid the COVID-19 outbreak meant big changes in how meals are served, where players eat -- even how they interact.

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Wednesday 26 August 2020

Wash. practice canceled following Blake shooting

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The Washington Football Team canceled its scheduled practice at FedEx Field Thursday in response to the police shooting of Jacob Blake in Wisconsin, the team announced Wednesday night.

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Jamal Adams misses Seahawks practice after slicing his finger in a kitchen accident

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Slicing strawberries can be dangerous work, folks

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Pete Carroll believes NFL players could sit out games to protest racial injustice: 'Anything's possible'

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This comes amid a league-wide postponement of games in the NBA

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Three bold predictions for Steelers in 2020: Big Ben leads Pittsburgh back to the Super Bowl

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The Steelers have the depth and talent to make a championship run

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Big Ben's wife: 2019 offseason hard on marriage

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In the first episode of a newly released docuseries detailing Ben Roethlisberger's injury and road back to the field, his wife, Ashley, said the criticism directed at her husband made the 2019 offseason "one of the most challenging" for their marriage.

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Patricia hopes Lions' protest 'makes an impact'

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A day after the Lions canceled practice to protest the shooting of Jacob Blake, coach Matt Patricia said he hoped it "sticks with all of us forever" and makes an impact.

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Here's the unusual tactic Joe Judge makes Giants defensive backs use in practice and it involves tennis balls

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Judge found another interesting strategy to employ during his first training camp as a head coach

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Three bold Giants predictions for 2020: Best offensive line since '08, Engram leads NFL tight ends in yards

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New York's offense will take a major step forward in 2020, but can the defense follow?

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2020 preseason All-AFC North Team: Lamar Jackson headlines a stacked roster on both sides of the ball

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The AFC North is loaded with talent heading into the 2020 season

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Giants' Joe Judge mulling taking red jersey off of Daniel Jones in practice to ready him for season opener

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The franchise QB might feel some practice contact soon

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Panthers sign former XFL star wide receiver Cam Phillips during 2020 training camp, per report

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There's a bit of an XFL reunion happening in Carolina

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Dolphins' Josh Rosen won't demand trade, instead hoping to 'seize opportunity when it comes' in Miami

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The former first-round pick wants to dig his heels in as a Dolphin

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Bengals' Alexander arrested for battery in Fla.

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Mackensie Alexander, who left Bengals camp Tuesday after his father was reported missing, has been arrested in Florida on one count of battery.

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Source: Panthers to sign top XFL receiver Phillips

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Cam Phillips, who led the XFL with 455 receiving yards in five games and had nine TDs while playing with P.J. Walker, will reunite with the QB on the Panthers, a source told ESPN.

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NFL betting 2020: Knowing how to adjust lines when each starting QB is ruled out during the season

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It's less about which quarterbacks are the best in the league and more about their backups

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Three bold predictions for Cowboys in 2020: Dak Prescott takes home MVP honors, Dallas ends Super Bowl drought

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It's finally time for the tables to turn in Dallas

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Intensity, competition and smack talk: Steelers bond with Spikeball

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The heated battles don't end when the Steelers come in from practice. That's when the raucous games of Spikeball begin in the locker room.

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Down, but never out: Why Colts' Frank Reich is king of comebacks

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Whether it's huge deficits on the scoreboard, losing a franchise quarterback or leading a team through uncertain times, Frank Reich always keeps his cool.

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'Make stars feel like stars': Why -- and how -- Madden game designers created 'X-Factors'

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Two designers at EA Sports created "X-Factors," unlockable in-game attributes that temporarily power up star players.

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Kenny Clark's deal could shed light on Packers' timeline with Aaron Rodgers

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Speculation already ran rampant about how much time Rodgers has left in Green Bay after the Packers drafted Love. Clark's contract offers more.

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Tuesday 25 August 2020

Bruce Arians says having Tom Brady at quarterback is like having a 'second coach' on the field

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Brady's style is meshing well and working to build confidence in his teammates

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Melvin Ingram's 'hold in,' 'Papa Favre,' old rival trash talk headline 'Hard Knocks'

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This week's "Hard Knocks" introduced the concept of the "hold in," saw a Hall of Fame cameo and the opening of the Rams and Chargers' posh, new digs.

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'Hard Knocks' Power Rankings: Brett Favre, Tyrod Taylor and padded practices fill Episode 3

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We also get our first look at a drill sergeant on the Chargers staff!

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Jerry Jones says league-wide attendance policy is 'absolutely fair' and Cowboys will have fans attend games

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The Cowboys are one of a few NFL teams to have fans attend games this year

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Bengals rookie picks up No. 9 necklace valued more than $25K

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The 18-carat white gold diamond Cuban link chain with with an 18-carat white gold No. 9 pendant was delivered this week.

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Bengals' Mackensie Alexander leaves training camp after father mysteriously disappears on a trip, per report

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Alexander's father disappeared while on a berry-picking trip

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Source: Ford Field to be used on Election Night

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Ford Field will be used as a location to check ballot returns and review paperwork throughout Election Night in November, a source told ESPN.

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Eagles re-engage Pro Bowl tight end Zach Ertz in contract extension talks, per report

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Ertz has two years remaining on his current contract

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Earl Thomas landing spots: Ranking eight logical destinations for the former Ravens safety

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Where could the Pro Bowl safety end up? Let's survey the possibilities

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Vikings won't have fans at first 2 home games

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The Minnesota Vikings will not allow fans in U.S. Bank Stadium for the first two home games of the 2020 season.

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Bill Belichick says Patriots still have 'a very competitive competition' at quarterback, praises Cam Newton

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Don't hand Newton the starting spot just yet

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Cardinals sign Budda Baker to massive four-year extension during 2020 training camp

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The young safety just made history in Arizona

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NFL schedule 2020: Ranking the five most difficult stretches that any team will face this year

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Here are the five most difficult schedule stretches in the NFL for the 2020 season

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Ex-NFL punter Pat McAfee reflects on impressive NXT TakeOver: XXX showing, understands initial fan backlash

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McAfee stunned NXT fans with an impressive performance against former champion Adam Cole on Saturday

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Curtis Martin talks Le'Veon Bell resurgence, Sam Darnold breakout year and 2020 Jets outlook

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CBS Sports sat down with the Hall of Fame running back to discuss the Jets' 2020 season

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Jerry Jones keeps possibility of signing Earl Thomas open, despite report that Cowboys are not interested

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The Earl Thomas-to-Dallas dream appears to be dead

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Sources: Cards making Baker highest-paid safety

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The Cardinals are making two-time Pro Bowl selection Budda Baker the highest-paid safety in NFL history, giving him a four-year, $59 million contract extension, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

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Bruce Arians says O.J. Howard has been playing at 'an extremely high level' in Buccaneers camp

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The fourth-year tight end is apparently benefiting from working opposite Rob Gronkowski

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Ranking the top 10 young offensive cores in the NFL: Cowboys near the top, Giants land in top five

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Which teams are best set up to thrive on offense in the long-term?

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2020 preseason All-AFC East Team: Spectacular cornerback trio masks a very weak division

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Stephon Gilmore, Tre'Davious White and Byron Jones are all really, really good

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Dallas Goedert says fellow Eagles tight end Zach Ertz 'deserves a contract' with Philadelphia

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Ertz has two years remaining on his current contract

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Ranking the NFL teams most likely to go from first-to-worst during the 2020 season

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Who are the first-place teams from 2019 most likely to finish in last in 2020? Glad you asked

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Bill Belichick's sons: From hugging Dad at Super Bowl to Patriots assistants

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Steve and Brian Belichick, who grew up around the Patriots' program, are earning respect with their hard work and passion for the organization.

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NFL Power Rankings: Our preseason 1-32 poll, plus picks for who's under pressure

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Dee Ford needs to live up to his contract. Dan Quinn has to get some wins. Baker Mayfield is under the microscope. Who else is on the hot seat?

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Ultimate Madden NFL 21 preview: Best players, rookies, teams and more

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The players rated 99 overall. Which top-10 picks are rated highest. Here's everything you need to know for Madden NFL 21.

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Monday 24 August 2020

Seahawks rookie who was released after sneaking visitor into team hotel apologizes to Seattle coaches, execs

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Kemah Siverand was an undrafted rookie attempting to make the cornerback depth chart

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Ex-Seahawks CB apologizes for hotel guest sneak

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Former Seahawks rookie cornerback Kemah Siverand issued a public apology for what he called an "inexcusable" mistake after he tried to sneak a woman into the team's hotel. He has since been released.

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Tua Tagovailoa drops perfect 70-yard bomb to Malcolm Perry: Everything to know about his breakout practice

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Tua reportedly had his best day of practice as a Dolphin on Monday

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Raiders' Tyrell Williams tears labrum in shoulder, will attempt to play through pain in 2020, per report

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The ex-Chargers receiver also battled nagging injuries during his Raiders debut in 2019

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Jets training camp 2020: Avery Williamson finally back and pain-free, Chris Hogan impressing

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Both players are expected to have significant roles in 2020

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NFL DFS for Chiefs vs. Texans, Week 1: Top DraftKings, FanDuel daily Fantasy football picks, strategy

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SportsLine's Mike McClure, a DFS pro with almost $2M in winnings, gives optimal lineup advice.

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Chargers' Mike Williams considered week-to-week after suffering shoulder sprain, per report

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Williams appeared to sustain the injury during Sunday's practice

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Saints reportedly cut veteran LB Nigel Bradham less than a week after he criticized Eagles organization

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Bradham was only with the Saints for a few weeks

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All 77 false-positive COVID-19 tests came back negative, NFL testing partner cites 'isolated contamination'

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The NFL just had a false alarm with its COVID-19 testing

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Source: Chargers' Williams has shoulder sprain

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Chargers WR Mike Williams is considered week-to-week after suffering a sprained AC joint in his shoulder during Sunday's practice, according to ESPN and multiple reports.

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Folk re-signs with Patriots after weekend visit

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Nick Folk, who kicked in seven games for the Patriots last season, has re-signed with the team.

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Earl Thomas 'had to go': Inside the Ravens' stormy year with star safety and the road to his release

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Nobody wins them all, not even Ravens GM Eric DeCosta

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Phillip Rivers, others recall their surprise one year after Andrew Luck's abrupt retirement

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It's been one year since Luck hung up his cleats for good

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Patriots QB coach raves about Cam Newton as former MVP starts to separate in battle with Jarrett Stidham

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Cam Newton looks to be pulling away in the QB competition

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Source: Linebacker Bradham released by Saints

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The New Orleans Saints have released veteran linebacker Nigel Bradham, a source tells ESPN's Adam Schefter.

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Agent: Ex-Browns DE Smith signs with Raiders

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The Raiders are signing veteran defensive lineman Chris Smith to a 1-year deal, his agent Drew Rosenhaus tells ESPN's Adam Schefter.

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Mike McCarthy says Cowboys discussed Earl Thomas following his release from Baltimore

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Thomas, a Texas native, has lobbied for the Cowboys to sign him in the past

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NFC West's most intriguing 2020 additions: DeAndre Hopkins an elite weapon for Kyler Murray

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Here's a look at the top newcomers for the Seahawks, 49ers, Rams and Cardinals

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Three bold Washington predictions for 2020: Chase Young makes immediate impact

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Washington's defense should be improved, but will it be enough to win games?

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2021 NFL Draft Big Board: Top 100 players starts with Trevor Lawrence, includes another deep WR class

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As always, it's all about the QB, but the top-100 list is full of playmakers who can have an immediate impact

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Source: NFL's 77 positive tests return negative

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All 77 COVID-19 tests, from a total of 11 teams, that were rerun overnight at one of the NFL's partner labs came back negative, a source tells ESPN's Adam Schefter.

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Chase Young's journey to Washington: Mind games, sacrifices, better than the Bosas?

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The pass-rusher chosen No. 2 overall in 2020 has worked hard to reach the NFL stardom expected of him.

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Stafford or Goff for MVP? Barnwell likes these long shots for six NFL awards

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Bryan Edwards as Offensive Rookie of the Year. Tremaine Edmunds as Defensive Player of the Year. Everyone loves a dark horse, right?

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The tale of Eagles QB Jalen Hurts, 6-year-old Alexander and blue backpacks

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Nikki Godfrey had no idea Philadelphia's rookie QB would not only reply to her tweet about her son's backpack, but also surprise the family on ESPN.

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Sunday 23 August 2020

The NFL's Sunday coronavirus scare: What happens if it occurs during the season?

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The NFL had a coronavirus "fire drill" on Sunday, with multiple teams receiving false-positive tests. How could it get ahead of the issue now?

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Goodell: 'Wished we listened earlier' to Kap

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NFL commissioner Roger Goodell said that he wishes the league had listened earlier to what Colin Kaepernick was protesting.

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Sources: Ravens QB Jackson nursing groin injury

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Ravens quarterback and reigning NFL MVP Lamar Jackson has missed the past two training camp practices because of a groin injury, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter. He is slated to return to action on Monday, sources said.

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Bears' David Montgomery cuts out doughnuts, other sweets as he looks to make a big leap in second season

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Montgomery said he got in his own way during his rookie season

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From middle finger to the punch: Earl Thomas' tumultuous timeline

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In 17 months with the Baltimore Ravens before his release on Sunday, controversy followed safety Earl Thomas.

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Brandon Aiyuk leaves practice early, 49ers hoping he doesn't join their long list of injured receivers

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The Niners' first-round pick has an apparent hamstring issue; here's a look at San Francisco's aching WR room

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Cardinals sign Dre Kirkpatrick to a one-year deal, cornerback was a first-round pick in 2012

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Arizona adds some experience in the secondary

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Cards bolster CB spot by signing vet Kirkpatrick

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The Cardinals added needed depth at cornerback on Sunday by signing veteran Dre Kirkpatrick to a one-year contract.

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Best of Sunday at NFL training camps: Teams get physical; is the Pats' QB competition over?

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The Packers were among the teams that had live tackling. The Ravens made a big move. Here's what you need to know.

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Browns add former Super Bowl MVP to their defense after starting linebacker injures knee

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The Malcom Smith signing helps fill Cleveland's void at middle linebacker

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Washington releases Cody Latimer three months after receiver's arrest on multiple charges

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The veteran wide receiver had signed with Washington just prior to his arrest

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Patriots sign player who hasn't played football in five years, Bill Belichick puts him at a new position

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Paul Quessenberry is certainly an interesting signing for New England

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Browns sign ex-Super Bowl MVP Malcolm Smith

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The Browns signed former Super Bowl MVP Malcolm Smith to help address their depth and experience at linebacker.

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Here's the advice Giants legend Bill Parcells has for first-year head coach Joe Judge

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Parcells knows Judge and the Giants are facing a huge challenge this season

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Patriots notebook: For Jarrett Stidham, time becoming as big of an adversary as Cam Newton

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Jarrett Stidham is trending downward after the first week of padded practices

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WR Latimer, on exempt list, cut by Washington

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The Washington Football Team has released wide receiver Cody Latimer, who was on the commissioner's exempt list following an offseason arrest.

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WR Ross on leaving to care for son: 'Father first'

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John Ross was back with the Bengals on Sunday after leaving training camp earlier this month to care for his son, who had tested positive for COVID-19. He said he had no regrets about leaving and that he's "a father first."

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Ravens to trade or release Earl Thomas, Cowboys early favorite to land him, per report

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A decision has reportedly been made when it comes to Thomas' future in Baltimore

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Rams' Darrell Henderson reportedly dealing with soft tissue injury, which could open door for Cam Akers

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Los Angeles is working to identify its new starting running back

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Sources: Ravens to release or trade Thomas

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The Baltimore Ravens are moving on from Pro Bowl safety Earl Thomas, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Sunday.

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Early riser Cam Newton giving spark to Patriots behind the scenes

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The veteran quarterback is setting the tone at New England's training camp with his motivated approach and outgoing personality.

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Several NFL teams alter football activities while league looks into COVID-19 test results, per report

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The NFL has suffered a setback when it comes to COVID-19 testing

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NFL looks into positive COVID tests from N.J. lab

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Several NFL teams are readjusting or canceling Sunday's practice schedule after the league released a statement saying they were looking to "confirm or rule out" positive COVID-19 tests processed at a lab in New Jersey.

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Ravens face difficult decision regarding Earl Thomas' future

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Thomas' latest incident might be the straw that broke the camel's back, as the Ravens' player leadership council says it wants him out.

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Bills' Levi Wallace, team chaplain forever changed by justice memorial

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The Buffalo cornerback said the trip to Montgomery, Alabama with Len Vanden Bos was "powerful" and left him eager to help educate others about the experience.

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Saturday 22 August 2020

Source: Ex-Lions RB Riddick signs with Raiders

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The Raiders have added former Lions running back Theo Riddick on a one-year deal, a source told ESPN.

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Bears dealing with more questions at kicker with expected signing of veteran Cairo Santos, per report

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Chicago's infamous list of kicking issues just might be getting longer

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Seahawks' Jackson loses consciousness after hit

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Seahawks defensive end Branden Jackson was briefly knocked unconscious in practice after hitting helmets with a teammate and was taken to a hospital as a precaution.

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Best of Saturday at NFL training camps: Fans get first glimpse of Chiefs; Rams test SoFi Stadium turf

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Kansas City fans got a rare treat Saturday, a chance to see their team live and in person. Meanwhile, the Rams didn't play in front of fans, but they did get to test their new digs.

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Patriots expected to reunite with former kicker as rookie Justin Rohrwasser deals with injury, per report

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Veteran Nick Folk had two stints with New England during the 2019 season

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Source: Pats bring in Folk for visit, may sign him

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Free agent Nick Folk, who kicked in seven games for the Patriots last season, was brought in by the team for a visit, a source told ESPN.

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Niners' Williams sees greatness in Bosa up close

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Niners left tackle doesn't have preseason games to help him get up to speed after not playing in 2019, so he's making the most of his daily matchups against Nick Bosa in practice to help knock the rust off.

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Falcons' Takk McKinley sheds weight, calls team's decline of fifth-year option a 'wake-up call'

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The former first-round pick is motivated to prove he still belongs in the NFL

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Dolphins expected to sign CFL's reigning Most Outstanding Rookie after Canadian league cancels 2020 season

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Holley spent brief time with the Vikings and Rams

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Browns' Nick Chubb clears concussion protocol, returns to practice ahead of Week 1

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The third-year Pro Bowler spent most of the week sidelined

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Giants' Daniel Jones bulks up to nearly 230 pounds for 2020: 'He's chiseled up'

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The second-year quarterback focused on adding lower-body strength this offseason

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Rivera says he will struggle, asks team to step up

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Washington coach Ron Rivera said his team will need to step up on the days where he is going to struggle in his battle against cancer.

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Earl Thomas reacts to being sent home by Ravens, posts video of play that sparked altercation with teammate

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Thomas got into a fight with fellow safety Chuck Clark on Friday

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Falcons' McKinley: Motivated after option declined

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Atlanta Falcons defensive end Takkarist McKinley is motivated after having his fifth-year option declined and is determined to prove his worth this season as a former 26th overall draft selection.

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Browns' Johnson (liver) released from hospital

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Kevin Johnson has been released from the hospital after suffering a lacerated liver and will be evaluated on a week-to-week basis to determine when he can rejoin the Browns on the field.

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Fantasy football rankings: Mike Clay's 192 players who should be drafted

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"The 192" is designed to rank the players who should be drafted in 12-team leagues, divided into tiers, but it can be helpful for leagues of all sizes and types.

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Ravens' Earl Thomas sent home after fight, and team leaders prefer safety no longer be around

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The Ravens have some issues to sort out in their secondary

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Source: Ravens sent Thomas home after spat

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The Ravens sent Earl Thomas home from practice on Friday after he had a heated on-field argument with fellow safety Chuck Clark, a source confirmed to ESPN.

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Source: Bolts guarantee Ingram's pay for '20

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Los Angeles Chargers defensive end Melvin Ingram's return to practice this week came after he and the team restructured his contract to guarantee his pay for the 2020 season, a source confirmed to ESPN.

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Learning piano, reading and 're-tooling my body': Inside opt-out season of Vikings' Michael Pierce

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An asthmatic who had a scary bout with pneumonia, Pierce opted to stay away. Now he's focusing on trying to "be better" and learning a new skill.

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Friday 21 August 2020

Patriots RB coach hopeful Sony Michel will be ready for Week 1 vs. Dolphins

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The running back has not practiced since opening training camp on PUP

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Mock fantasy football draft: 10-team, 2-QB, PPR

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In this 2-QB format, we saw a pair of quarterbacks go in the top three picks and a slew of them taken in the first two rounds. Here are all of the results.

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2020 sports schedule: NHL, NBA postseasons continue; An updated look at this year's sports calendar

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Examining when leagues and events are scheduled to return following the coronavirus pandemic pause

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Washington great Joe Theismann says he's 'living vicariously' through Alex Smith

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Theismann never got to accomplish the comeback that Smith has made

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Dak Prescott offers high praise for CeeDee Lamb as Cowboys construct 'three-headed monster' in camp

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The rookie wideout has his QB swooning in training camp

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Doug Pederson names five who stood out in Eagles camp, including Jalen Reagor: Here's a look at each

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Some of these players are competing for starting jobs

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NFL hires J. Beane as diversity, inclusion officer

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The NFL has hired Jonathan Beane as senior vice president and chief diversity and inclusion officer.

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Three bold Bills predictions for 2020 season: Buffalo will win a home playoff game

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The Bills are positioned to win the AFC East for the first time in 25 years

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Buccaneers' T.J. Logan out for season with injury suffered in practice that has teammates, Bruce Arians upset

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The veteran is done for 2020, but he didn't have to be

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2020 preseason All-NFC West Team: Aaron Donald leads dominant defense packed with superstars

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There's also plenty to like on offense, including Russell Wilson, DeAndre Hopkins and George Kittle

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Three bold Jets predictions for 2020: Sam Darnold, Le'Veon Bell lead N.Y. past Patriots in AFC East standings

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The Jets are driven to put their losing past behind them

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Three bold Dolphins predictions for 2020: Tua Tagovailoa leads Miami to the postseason

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Miami's rookie quarterback will help the Dolphins reach a new level of success this season

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Cowboys' McCarthy: Super Bowl always the goal

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Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy says the ultimate goal of every NFL team should be to win the Super Bowl. And if it isn't, "I don't know what you're even doing in this business."

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Time for TE Robert Tonyan to be Packers' version of George Kittle?

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An exceptional athlete whose workout partner is 49ers star George Kittle, Tonyan is finally healthy and ready to shine.

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NFL insider notes: Russell Wilson on board with adding Antonio Brown or Josh Gordon as Seahawks eye Super Bowl

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Look for Seattle to add another playmaking WR; plus, Matt Rhule could surprise with Panthers and more insider notes

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Edelman: QB competition 'great,' Cam 'dynamic'

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Longtime Patriots receiver Julian Edelman is developing a rapport with QBs Cam Newton, Jarrett Stidham and Brian Hoyer, and told WEEI that Newton "works his tail off" and "has a charming personality."

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Jets' 370-pound rookie Mekhi Becton now embraces being the 'bigger kid'

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The 6-foot-7 left tackle has his team marveling at the left tackle in camp. Jets coach Adam Gase: "It's hard to explain what it feels like when you're standing next to him."

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'He is really back': Steelers see focused, hungry Ben Roethlisberger in return

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His lost 2019 season behind him, teammates say Roethlisberger has returned to the Steelers with a renewed fire.

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The NFL's coronavirus protocols are working -- so far: Four things we learned this week

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Only five players remain on the league's COVID-19 reserve list, and there is a high level of confidence about the season starting on time.

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The strange world for 2021 NFL free agents: Entering a contract year during a pandemic

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Fewer players are getting paid this summer due to COVID-19. Four NFL players take us inside their mindset as Week 1 approaches.

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Thursday 20 August 2020

Washington's Rivera has cancer, plans to coach

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Washington head coach Ron Rivera has been diagnosed with cancer but plans to continue coaching, he told ESPN on Thursday night.

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How the events of 2020 have changed the Washington Football Team

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With news that coach Ron Rivera has cancer, Washington continues to experience a series of changes and events that are shaping the franchise.

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Ron Rivera reveals to team he's been diagnosed with lymph node cancer after self checkup, per report

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Rivera revealed the cancer is in its early stages and is 'very treatable and curable'

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Here's why George Kittle is impressed with Brandon Aiyuk, who has 'earned some reps' with 49ers first team

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Aiyuk has had an impressive camp

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Chiefs' Hill leaves practice with hamstring injury

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Chiefs receiver Tyreek Hill pulled up with a hamstring injury during a 1-on-1 drill in practice, talked with medical personnel and then headed to the locker room.

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Here's why Josh Allen may have strong statistical season in 2020 without actually improving as Bills QB

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Josh Allen's development was discussed at length on the latest Pick Six Podcast

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NFL kickers will be dealing with one major change in 2020 that could make their jobs harder

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49ers kicker Robbie Gould explains why things are going to be different for kickers this year

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Browns CB lacerates liver in practice collision

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Browns cornerback Kevin Johnson has been hospitalized after he suffered a laceration to his liver when a teammate landed on him during practice.

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Sources: Cowboys' Collins in minor car accident

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The Cowboys' La'El Collins was in a minor car accident on Thursday, sources told ESPN's Todd Archer.

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Sean McDermott says Josh Allen skepticism is 'understandable' but Bills QB has a chance to silence doubters

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Allen took a step forward last season but was still largely below-average

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Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes continues to expand array of unconventional throws

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Kansas City coach Andy Reid allows his quarterback the freedom to experiment with throws in practice, but that doesn't mean he's any less awed by them.

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Ranking Jerry Jeudy, Laviska Shenault and other rookie receivers by who'll make biggest 2020 impact

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Let's rank the rookie receivers by the impact they're set to make in 2020

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Chiefs starter Bashaud Breeland hit with four-game suspension that will keep him off field until October

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The Chiefs depth chart just took a hit at corner

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Forget platoons and QB battles: Cam Newton will start for Patriots if his shoulder allows

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The quarterback 'battle' in New England was over the moment Newton signed with Bill Belichick's team

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Greg Olsen explains why he's continuing NFL career with the Seahawks, says he still has 'things to prove'

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Olsen enters the 2020 season at age 35

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Source: Testing done, Dez set for Ravens tryout

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Dez Bryant and Dwyane Harris will try out for the Ravens on Thursday, a source told ESPN.

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Three bold predictions for Vikings in 2020: Justin Jefferson shines, but Minnesota takes a step back

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Forecasting what lies ahead for the NFC North contenders

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Andy Dalton embracing new role with Cowboys, says he is 'here to help' Dak Prescott

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Dallas signed Dalton to a one-year deal in May

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AFC South's most interesting 2020 additions: New weapons in Houston, a monster in Indy, and two first-rounders

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DeForest Buckner, trio of Texans skill players top our list of AFC South newcomers

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Buffalo to use 'Bills Stadium' until sponsor found

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The Buffalo Bills will call their stadium "Bills Stadium" until a new sponsor is found after a naming rights deal with New Era was mutually terminated in July.

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Jags TE Oliver has surgery on foot, goes on IR

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Jaguars tight end Josh Oliver, who was competing to be the top backup to starter Tyler Eifert, has been placed on IR after having surgery for a broken bone in his foot.

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2020 preseason All-NFC South Team: Loaded Saints stock up on both sides of the ball

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Drew Brees leads a talented offense while Cameron Jordan and Marshon Lattimore head up the defense

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NFL 2020 odds: Ben Roethlisberger, Cam Newton ranked inside top 10 of Comeback Player of the Year candidates

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The CPOY race is stacked with Pro Bowl talent in 2020

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Ranking the NFL teams most likely to go from worst-to-first during the 2020 season

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Who are the last place teams from 2019 most likely to finish in first place in 2020? Glad you asked

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For Washington's Dwayne Haskins, leadership, body top Year 2 checklist

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The quarterback entered the offseason determined to improve on the field and off. Coach Ron Rivera is optimistic: "He's doing the things we need him to do."

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Barnwell: Dak, Cam, Le'Veon and who has the most to gain (and lose) in 2020

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Dak Prescott could get a megadeal. Le'Veon Bell could get cut. These are the people who have the most riding on the season.

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Wednesday 19 August 2020

Rams' three bold predictions for 2020 season: Jared Goff leads Los Angeles back to the NFC title game

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NFC teams would be wise not to sleep on the Rams

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Video emerges from Cowboys practice that shows how Gerald McCoy's season-ending injury happened

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Gerald McCoy was lost for the season while doing a basic one-on-one drill

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Here's why Baker Mayfield and the Browns offense are poised to have a bounce-back season

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The Browns offense struggled last year, but that won't be the case in 2020

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Patriots coach Bill Belichick doesn't rule out one potential surprise option at quarterback

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This would definitely be a shocker if Belichick went this route at the quarterback position

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2021 NFL Draft: Big Ten prospects to know after conference cancels fall college football season

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Justin Fields, Micah Parsons among Big Ten stars held out this fall

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Report: 2 women say Guice raped them at LSU

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Two former LSU students say they were raped by former Washington Football Team running back Derrius Guice in 2016, according to a report in USA Today.

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Source: Chiefs' Breeland gets 4-game suspension

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The Chiefs, already lacking experience at cornerback, will be without starter Bashaud Breeland for the first four games after he was found to have violated the NFL's substance abuse policy, a source told ESPN.

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Court: Videos can't be used in Robert Kraft case

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A Florida appeals court ruled Wednesday that police violated the rights of New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft and others when they secretly video recorded them paying for massage parlor sex acts, barring the tapes' use at trial and dealing a...

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Eagles' Sanders (lower body) week to week

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Philadelphia Eagles running back Miles Sanders is week-to-week with a lower-body injury, the team announced.

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Source: Giants believe WR Core tore Achilles

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The Giants believe WR Cody Core tore his Achilles and will miss the season, a source tells ESPN's Jordan Raanan.

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Carson Wentz is already comparing Jalen Reagor to one of NFL's best receivers and here's exactly why

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This is quite the praise for the rookie receiver

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Belichick: Not ruling out QB platoon with Cam

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Saying he would consider whatever gives the Patriots the best chance to win, coach Bill Belichick didn't rule out a QB platoon with Cam Newton.

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Matthew Berry's Love/Hate for 2020

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It's the must-read column of the fantasy football preseason, highlighting Matthew Berry's most undervalued and overvalued players in drafts.

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Lamar Jackson endorses Ravens' pursuit of Dez Bryant: 'He's looking pretty good on social media'

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The Ravens have been in talks with Bryant for a workout

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2020 preseason All-NFC North Team: Aaron Rodgers gets nod at quarterback, Bears loaded on defense

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Rodgers still the guy in a division with three good quarterbacks

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NFL power ratings for Week 1: Projecting lines, best spread value picks and how to stay ready to bet in 2020

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Get a head start on your preparation for the 2020 NFL season with a look on how to use power ratings

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Giants' Daniel Jones spent offseason getting chiseled, improving his game

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After a promising rookie year, New York's QB worked on his frame and his fumbling, and in the process showed blossoming leadership skills.

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Sophomore spike? How Kyler Murray, Jones, The Stache and Co. will stack up

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Dig deeper on the five quarterbacks who made the biggest first impressions last season.

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Would Patriots coach Bill Belichick consider a quarterback platoon?

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With newcomer Cam Newton trying to learn New England's intricacies in an abbreviated offseason, playing multiple QBs could be a solution.

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Eat, hop, eat: How Hollywood Brown bulked up 23 pounds in two months

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Brown looks like an action hero after adding more than 20 pounds of muscle and rebounding from foot surgery.

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Tuesday 18 August 2020

'Hard Knocks' Power Rankings: Episode 2 in L.A. proves that Jalen Ramsey needs more airtime

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An adrenaline-pumping Sean McVay remains a central character as well

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Browns' Mack Wilson suffers 'significant' hyperextension, surgery could be an option, per report

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Wilson will miss some time, but how much is yet to be determined

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Will former Raiders coach Tom Flores finally make the Hall of Fame?

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Raiders fans hope that Tom Flores being the only coach finalist for the Hall of Fame Class of 2021 means that his long wait for enshrinement is over.

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Best of Tuesday at NFL training camps

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Injuries -- everything from torn ACLs, hamstrings, pectorals and Achilles tendons -- have hit teams hard and fast early in training camp.

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Dolphins LB Biegel carted off with leg injury

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Miami Dolphins linebacker Vince Biegel was carted off the field after suffering a right knee/leg injury during Tuesday's practice.

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Steelers rookie receiver Chase Claypool impressive in training camp, earns major props from Joe Haden

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Haden has been impressed by Claypool's physical tools and humble approach

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Evans: Brady already among my fave teammates

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Mike Evans says Tom Brady is "already up there as one of my favorite teammates" and that the Bucs new QB is "trying to turn me into a living legend as well."

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JuJu Smith-Schuster says he won't sit out despite expiring contract; would 'love to be a Steeler' beyond 2020

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The 2018 Pro Bowler has one year left on his rookie contract

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Here's why Cam Newton could also serve as Patriots' Rob Gronkowski replacement

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New England could embrace an entirely new offensive strategy now that Newton is under center

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2021 NFL Draft: Pac-12 prospects to know after conference cancels fall college football season

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We won't get to see these players on Pac-12 fields this fall, but they all have serious NFL talent

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Michael Strahan's game-worn Giants jersey from Super Bowl XLII win over undefeated Patriots up for auction

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The jersey expected to go for more than $100,000

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Drew Lock showing growth during first training camp as the Broncos' starting quarterback

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Lock has picked up where he left off in 2019

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New Washington president Jason Wright opens up about Dan Snyder, his culture-changing plan and more

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Wright, the NFL's first Black team president, provides a peak behind the curtain

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Broncos get the real Drew Lock with 'swag' in Year 2

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Denver's quarterback has felt more comfortable taking command of older players and showing off a "swagger."

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Cowboys have discussed Dez Bryant reunion but are unlikely to sign receiver, per report

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The 31-year-old receiver has talked openly about wanting to return 'home'

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Chargers' Melvin Ingram sitting out practice while unhappy with current contract, per report

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In light of Joey Bosa's monster extension, Ingram appears set on landing a deal of his own

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2020 preseason All-NFC East Team: Dak, Zeke, Saquon, Amari, and Ertz lead explosive offense

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In a division loaded with skill position players, Dak Prescott gets the nod at QB over Carson Wentz

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Raiders three bold predictions for the 2020 season: Derek Carr leads Las Vegas to the playoffs

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The Raiders have what it takes to make the playoffs

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Sources: NFL opts against full-time officials

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The NFL has declined an option to reinstate its full-time officiating program for 2020, the final decision of a series of previously unreported twists during the past four months, according to multiple sources.

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'Tay-meis' QB battle among Saints' biggest question marks

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The competition between Jameis Winston and Taysom Hill to be the No. 2 QB will be one of the Saints' most intriguing battles -- but not the only one.

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McShay: Here's how I'd tweak the NFL draft calendar to help prospects

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Numerous draft prospects will miss out on a chance to show what they can do. Here's a solution that helps everyone.

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Monday 17 August 2020

DeAndre Hopkins shuts down speculation he's holding out from Cardinals after missing first padded practices

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Hopkins quickly shut down any rumor he was holding out

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Arians praises Brady's '60-yard dimes' at practice

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The Buccaneers held their first padded practice on Monday and coach Bruce Arians was pleased with QB Tom Brady's performance. "Everything I expected," Arians said.

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Saints Pro Bowl guard Andrus Peat dealing with hand injury, timetable for return uncertain, per report

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Peat has reached the Pro Bowl in back-to-back seasons

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Source: Torn pec ends Cards CB Alford's season

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Cardinals cornerback Robert Alford suffered a torn pec during a training camp practice Sunday that will sideline him for all of the 2020 season, a source told ESPN, confirming an NFL Network report.

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Jaguars DE Lynch, 27, tells team he's retiring

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Aaron Lynch, who has compiled 20 sacks in the NFL since the 49ers drafted him in the fifth round in 2014, told the Jaguars he is retiring for personal reasons, it was announced.

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2020 NFL opener: Chiefs reveal just how small the crowd will be for 2020 NFL season opener

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Here's how many fans will be allowed to attend the opening game of the 2020 NFL season

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Tua looks healthy in Fins' first practice in pads

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The Dolphins took it easy on Tua Tagovailoa on Monday, but the rookie quarterback looked healthy in his first padded practice.

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CFL cancels 2020 season, citing financial losses

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The CFL canceled its 2020 season because of what would have been "significant financial losses" if the league had attempted to play during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Bengals' Waynes has pec surgery, out indefinitely

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Cornerback Trae Waynes, whom the Bengals signed in free agency in hopes of shoring up their defense, has undergone pectoral surgery, with no timetable for his return.

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Giants cut kicker Cantanzaro after signing Gano

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The Giants cut veteran kicker Chandler Catanzaro one day after agreeing to terms with Graham Gano.

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Here's why the Lions could win the NFC North for the first time in franchise history

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With Matthew Stafford healthy again, are the Lions a sneaky favorite to make the playoffs in 2020?

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Bruce Arians says Rob Gronkowski is struggling with Florida heat: 'He's in New England shape right now'

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Gronkowski is getting used to his new environment

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Eagles' Doug Pederson confirms Miles Sanders is 'our guy' and has a new wrinkle in offense for him

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Sanders is the undisputed No. 1 running back in Eagles offense

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Former Cowboys receiver Dez Bryant to work out for Ravens, in discussions with several teams, per report

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The former All-Pro receiver will get a test drive in Baltimore

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NFC South's most interesting 2020 additions: Some guy named Tom Brady, a new coach in Carolina, and more

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Tom Brady and Todd Gurley top our list of NFC South newcomers

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Cowboys DT McCoy suffers apparent knee injury

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Gerald McCoy hurt his right knee during individual drills on Monday and was unable to put weight on his leg.

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Levy, Riddick, Griese MNF's new team in booth

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Veteran anchor Steve Levy and analysts Louis Riddick and Brian Griese were named as MNF's new announcing crew.

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Jaguars' Josh Oliver, potential breakout tight end, out indefinitely after breaking foot in practice

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The former third-round pick was in line to see a potentially big role in 2020

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Bengals' Trae Waynes suffers torn pectoral muscle, will miss significant time in 2020, per report

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The veteran cornerback won't take the field for Cinci anytime soon

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Seven NFL quarterback competitions to watch closely: Raiders, Washington join Bears atop list

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Is Jon Gruden as smitten with Marcus Mariota as he seems? Keep an eye on these QB battles

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Smith-Schuster not fretting about contract status

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JuJu Smith-Schuster is entering the final year of his rookie contract, but the Steelers wide receiver says he's not concerned about that.

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Jaguars' Rodney Gunter unexpectedly retires from the NFL due to severe health condition

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The veteran pass rusher isn't willing to risk it

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Five bold Titans predictions for 2020: A.J. Brown and young talent carry Tennessee to AFC South title

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Examining five bold takes for Tennessee in 2020

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Patriots notebook: Bill Belichick uses 'On to Cincinnati' philosophy with Bengals videotaping incident

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Here are the latest Patriots news and notes from the past week, and a look ahead

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Training camp practices leave NFL coaches in quandary: to tackle or not

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In a condensed preseason, coaches such as the Cowboys' Mike McCarthy and 49ers' Kyle Shanahan weigh the pros (needed practice) and cons (virus risk) of players taking each other to the ground.

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How Cardinals QB Kyler Murray got bigger but stayed fast for Year 2

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With no baseball or NFL draft to distract him, Murray trained in Texas with a focus on becoming more durable while maintaining his elite speed.

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Washington hires Wright as NFL's 1st Black prez

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Washington has hired a new team president in Jason Wright, who becomes the first Black president of an NFL team.

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Barnwell invents 32 NFL props: Brady vs. Newton, Kittle's yards and more

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The goal? To create 32 season-long props that make each side equally appealing. These hit the Bucs' and Patriots' new quarterbacks and much more.

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Sunday 16 August 2020

Jags' Gunter stepping away due to heart condition

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Jaguars defensive lineman Rodney Gunter is stepping away from football after being diagnosed with a severe heart condition that could require surgery.

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Browns owners will support players who kneel

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Browns owners Dee and Jimmy Haslam will stand in support of quarterback Baker Mayfield and any other Cleveland players who kneel during the national anthem this season.

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Broncos' Melvin Gordon admits he's 'struggling a little bit' with the altitude in Denver

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Gordon spent the first five years of his career with the Chargers

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NFL training camp 2020: Good news for Alex Smith, Gardner Minshew

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The QBs in Washington and Jacksonville received glowing progress reports Sunday. Check out the top photos, videos and notes from the rest of the NFL as well.

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T.Y. Hilton says adding Philip Rivers is 'special,' thinks Colts will 'be a problem' for clubs in 2020

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And here's what else Hilton discovered about his new QB by playing him in cornhole

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Chris Godwin says Bucs are striving to reach Super Bowl in Tampa Bay: 'It's got to be the goal'

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Raymond James Stadium will host Super Bowl LV

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Source: Giants plan to sign ex-Panthers K Gano

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The New York Giants plan to sign former Pro Bowl kicker Graham Gano, a source told ESPN's Jordan Raanan.

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Giants expected to sign former Panthers kicker Graham Gano, who'll battle for starting job, per reports

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New York is reportedly set to sign another kicker after releasing Aldrick Rosas

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Broncos' Gordon struggling to adjust to altitude

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New Broncos running back Melvin Gordon said it has been a struggle adjusting to the altitude in Denver during practices.

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Matt LaFleur gushes over AJ Dillon's physical makeup: 'We have not seen a running back built like that'

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The Packers rookie is turning heads on the practice field

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Theismann: Smith injury worse; future brighter

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Joe Theismann, who suffered his own compound leg fracture while playing quarterback for Washington, said he's rooting for Alex Smith and notes the younger signal-caller has a brighter NFL future than Theismann did.

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49ers' Kyle Shanahan addresses Trent Williams' troubling 125-mph Ferrari video

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It remains to be seen if Williams was actually the one behind the wheel

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Panthers sign 'NOLA No-Call' receiver, recent 'Hard Knocks' cut, Patriots star's brother

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Carolina made three interesting free-agent signings, and all are pass-catchers

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Jets to sign former Patriots wideout Chris Hogan, who'll join his fourth AFC East team, per report

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Hogan has now joined every team in the AFC East

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Ravens' Skura set to practice after ACL recovery

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Ravens center Matt Skura is expected to practice Sunday, completing a remarkable recovery after he tore the ACL, PCL and MCL in his left knee nine months ago.

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Jadeveon Clowney's price tag still a major issue as pass-rusher remains unsigned, per report

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Could Clowney hold out the entire 2020 season?

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Source: Hogan joins Jets, his 4th AFC East team

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The Jets have agreed to a deal with veteran Chris Hogan to add needed depth to their wide receiver position, ESPN has confirmed.

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Chan Gailey's duty: Develop Tua Tagovailoa, build up Dolphins' offense

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The 68-year-old former retiree returns to Miami with a stacked to-do list as the O-coordinator of a team with a rookie QB as the face of the franchise.

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Saturday 15 August 2020

Alex Smith reportedly cleared for NFL return 21 months after devastating injury that required 17 surgeries

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The former No. 1 overall pick is on the verge of making an improbable NFL comeback

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Source: Washington's Smith to be cleared by team

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Washington Football Team quarterback Alex Smith, who suffered a leg injury in 2018 that nearly cost him his life, will be cleared for football activity and be activated off the physically unable to perform list, a source told ESPN's John Keim on Saturday.

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Steelers encouraged by a more svelte Benny Snell, who is vying for bigger role in Pittsburgh's offense

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The second-year back has turned heads during training camp

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Jags sign FB Miller after five years out of NFL

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Bruce Miller, who has been out of the NFL for the past five seasons, signed a deal with the Jacksonville Jaguars on Saturday.

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Ex-Browns star Banks shot, in serious condition

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Former Browns linebacker Chip Banks, who had 46 career sacks and was named to the Pro Bowl four times, is in serious condition after a shooting in Atlanta.

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49ers coach Kyle Shanahan hopes Deebo Samuel is ready for Week 1 but 'not counting on it'

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Samuel suffered a fractured foot back in June

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Kyle Shanahan 'real impressed' with Brandon Aiyuk, explains why he's 'further ahead' than most rookies

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Shanahan lauded his new receiver's work ethic

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Jaguars raving over Laviska Shenault after first full-speed practice, and here's where he stands in WR battle

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Shenault is off to a strong start in Jaguars camp

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49ers' Kittle: 'Fun to see' TEs getting big deals

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Fresh off officially signing a deal that makes him the highest-paid tight end in NFL history, George Kittle said it's good to see the stars of the position getting the compensation they deserve.

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Packers hope 'massive' RB leads to leg up on foes

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Rookie running back AJ Dillon, drafted in the second round of the NFL draft, drew plenty of attention during the Packers' first training camp practice on Saturday.

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Best of Saturday at NFL training camps: Competition fuels Aaron Rodgers, Patrick Mahomes

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The Packers and Chiefs quarterbacks aren't shy about their ambitious natures. Check out the top photos, videos and notes from the NFL on Saturday.

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Tyler Boyd has a theory about why Bengals players don't get the national recognition he thinks they deserve

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Cincinnati's young talent is hoping that their new quarterback is the missing piece to the puzzle

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Mike McCarthy impressed with Aldon Smith early in Cowboys camp: 'He's off to a great start'

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Smith is making a strong first impression on McCarthy

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Gardner Minshew on DJ Chark: We were 'thrown in' together last year, communication key for 2020

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Minshew admitted he and Chark were 'thrown in' together when he became the starter last year

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Packers sign Kenny Clark to extension that makes him highest-paid nose tackle in league history, per report

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Clark becomes the fourth-highest paid interior defensive lineman in the NFL

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Timmy Jernigan expected to sign with Jaguars after Texans deal fell through earlier in offseason

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Jernigan is back in the NFL and looking to revitalize his career

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Source: Packers sign NT Clark to $70M extension

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Packers Pro Bowl nose tackle Kenny Clark will be the 12th-highest-paid defensive player in the NFL after signing a four-year, $70 million extension, a source told ESPN.

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Pack prez: 80% of season ticket holders opted out

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More than 80% of Packers season-ticket holders opted out this year, according to team president Mark Murphy.

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Six epic tales of NFL stars dominating in other sports

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A monumental dunk that halted a high school basketball game. A dive into a greenside pond that's become sacred tradition. Yep, Odell, TB12 and four other stars have left tales of their non-gridiron athletic feats across the country.

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'I'm not a jerk': Misunderstood Jaguars RB Leonard Fournette just wants to win

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Frustration is often an issue for the Jaguars running back. But entering a contract year, Fournette is "in a good spot," says GM Dave Caldwell.

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Friday 14 August 2020

NFL's highest-paid players by position heading into 2020 season

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A look at the players with the biggest deals heading into next season

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Odell Beckham Jr., Kevin Durant appear in Drake's new music video, Twitter roasts the rapper's football skills

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NFL players were not impressed with Drake's route-running skills

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Raiders' Mariota 'dazzling playmaker' says Gruden

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Derek Carr is the Las Vegas Raiders' starting quarterback, but coach Jon Gruden was excited with what he saw out of backup Marcus Mariota during practice on Friday.

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Broncos defender calls 'very rare' aspect of rookie Jerry Jeudy's game 'better than anyone I've ever seen'

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Kareem Jackson sees something special in Broncos rookie Jerry Jeudy

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Eagles' DeSean Jackson shows off afterburners vs. Darius Slay in video shared by a former Pro Bowl receiver

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Jackson got the best of Slay in Eagles practice, but Slay has a valid excuse

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Mayfield: 'Lost myself' in Browns' chaos in 2019

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Quarterback Baker Mayfield said Friday that he lost himself and started to doubt himself during the Browns' chaotic 2019 season.

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Kelce: 'Beautiful thing' to have Chiefs' trust

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Travis Kelce was thankful on Friday for his four-year extension with the Chiefs, calling it a "beautiful thing."

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Cowboys using summer camp treat to beat heat

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With the Cowboys battling 100 degree heat during training camp, the team has turned to popsicles as one of the ways players can cool off.

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Stafford, Smart endow UGA social justice program

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Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford and his wife, Kelly, along with Georgia football coach Kirby Smart and his wife, Mary Beth, have endowed a $500,000 program at the University of Georgia to focus on diversity, inclusion, equity and social justice.

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Isaac Bruce says the Rams should sign Antonio Brown, believes he would take Los Angeles to a 'different level'

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Bruce believes Brown has changed and needs football back in his life

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Giants new coaching staff's tallest 2020 task improving revamped secondary; here's how they can do it

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After an off-field arrest and an opt out, the Giants will rely on matchups in the secondary

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NFL insider notes: An expedited pre-draft recruiting process, when Zach Ertz gets paid, NFL Saturdays and more

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And NFL players are holding their end of the bargain amid prospective COVID spikes

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Bills get advice from ex-Washington coach Joe Gibbs on finding success during an unprecedented season

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If there's anyone who knows about finding success amid uncertainty, it's Gibbs

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Three bold predictions for Buccaneers in 2020: Tom Brady breaks own record as NFL's oldest MVP

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The Buccaneers will be bringing home some hardware in 2020

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Source: Seven NFL officials opt out of season

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Five on-field officials and two replay officials have opted out of the 2020 NFL season because of the coronavirus pandemic.

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Drake's latest video: Starring Kevin Durant, OBJ and Marshawn Lynch

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Drake release the video for his song "Laugh Now Cry Later" on Friday. Not only does he take over the Nike headquarters, but he brought friends, including Odell Beckham Jr., Kevin Durant and Marshawn Lynch.

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Bill Belichick updates Patriots training camp: 'Our rookies are in deep water' but 'working hard'

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Belichick needs his rookies to step up fast, but also knows what they're up against

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2021 NFL Draft: Canceled 2020 college football season could hurt these nine players in draft

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Things got a lot more difficult for college players hoping to impress NFL teams with one final season

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Three bold Saints predictions for 2020: New Orleans finally makes it back to the Super Bowl

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New Orleans' defense could help in its mission to capture another Lombardi trophy

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Buccaneers' Bruce Arians: Tom Brady is treated like everyone else, gets 'cussed out' too

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The fiery head coach doesn't play favorites, ever

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NFL insider notes: The lengthy-extension phenomenon for young coaches, tight ends finally get paid and more

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Even in a pandemic the market is moving for top young coaches; plus, notes on Dallas' bubble plan and Cam Newton

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Three bold predictions for Falcons in 2020: Todd Gurley delivers monster season, two 1,000-yard receivers

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With this much firepower, the Falcons are ready to soar in 2020

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Belichick's impression of Cam: 'Hard-working kid'

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While impressed with his work ethic, Patriots coach Bill Belichick has seemed to go to great lengths to ensure the spotlight doesn't shine solely on Cam Newton while routinely mentioning other quarterbacks competing for the starting job.

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Three bold predictions for Panthers in 2020: Matt Rhule swings a big trade, Christian McCaffrey makes history

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Carolina is entering the first year of a new regime in the NFC South

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Steelers' rebound starts with Ben Roethlisberger, but don't overlook James Conner

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The Steelers were one-dimensional without Big Ben in 2019. A healthy Roethlisberger and Conner will help them rediscover their offensive balance.

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Bills, Sabres co-owner Kim Pegula: Impact of diversity felt throughout an organization

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As an NFL and NHL executive, Kim Pegula shares her unique perspective on diversity and the steps needed to help women thrive in male-dominated industries.

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'Caught in the middle': Coaches are higher risk in pandemic but not opting out

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Without a union to protect them, football coaches -- to date, at least nine in the NFL have tested positive for COVID-19 -- are among those taking health gambles by participating in the 2020 season.

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Thursday 13 August 2020

Pete Carroll claps back at Gregg Williams' comments concerning Jamal Adams, encourages him to keep talking

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Carroll did more than just address Williams' jabs on Thursday

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Tua relishes May-September bromance with Fitz

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Dolphins quarterbacks Tua Tagovailoa and Ryan Fitzpatrick have been together in-person for only three weeks, yet they are parading around publicly like best pals.

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Survey: Sports fans support social justice stance

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Of the 71% of fans who supported athletes speaking out on issues of social justice and racial equality, 44% strongly supported it. However, 51% felt those views should be shared during events.

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Jones thanks Lions for support after son's death

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Marvin Jones, speaking publicly for the first time since the death of his 6-month-old son, said he "very much appreciated" the support that he received from the Lions and their fans.

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Pacman Jones burns several Joe Haden jerseys allegedly sent to his home, Haden's agent responds

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The former NFL cornerback had himself a personal bonfire this week

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49ers hire former Dolphins assistant three years after cocaine video and subsequent rehab, per report

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Chris Foerster was forced to resign in Miami after video emerged of cocaine use

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George Kittle agrees to five-year extension with 49ers worth a reported $75 million

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Kittle and the 49ers have broken the bank

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Joe Montana reveals one big reason why Tom Brady decided to leave the Patriots

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Tom Brady apparently had a very interesting conversation with Joe Montana at Super Bowl LIV

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Source: Kittle, 49ers reach 5-yr., $75M extension

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Tight end George Kittle has agreed to a five-year, $75 million extension with the San Francisco 49ers, a source confirmed to ESPN on Thursday.

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Three bold predictions for Ravens in 2020: Baltimore ready to rush into the record books yet again

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Here are three things we see playing out for the Ravens in 2020

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AFC North's most interesting 2020 additions: The No. 1 pick in Cincy, an elite defender in Baltimore, and more

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Joe Burrow and Calais Campbell top out list of AFC North newcomers

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Texans to sign former second-round pick P.J. Hall, following unusual release from Raiders

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It didn't take him long to find another NFL home

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Three bold Browns predictions for 2020: Baker Mayfield bounces back in Cleveland's playoff return

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Cleveland is looking to end a 19-year playoff drought

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Dolphins adding jersey patch to honor Shula

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The Dolphins will wear patches during the 2020 season to honor former coach Don Shula, who died in May. Those patches will feature the number 347 -- a reference to his career wins, the most in NFL history.

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Why Bills running back Devin Singletary will have a Kareem Hunt-type breakout on the field in 2020

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The Bills feature back's rookie year indicates he'll be Kareem Hunt 2.0 on the field

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Ranking NFL coaches in 2020 based on who has the best chance of winning their first Super Bowl this season

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Which NFL coach has the best chance of picking up his first Super Bowl win this season? Let's find out

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What the college football season's uncertainty means for the NFL and 2021 NFL draft

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What ends up happening with college football in 2020 is sure to impact the NFL. Here's what we know right now.

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Training camp position battles to watch for all 32 NFL teams: Who will be the Pats' QB?

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Who will be Tom Brady's replacement in New England? What about Todd Gurley's in L.A.? These are the best competitions across the league.

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Browns' Nick Chubb is primed for the rushing title in 2020

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As the Browns shift from a pass-happy scheme to coach Kevin Stefanski's rush-heavy attack, Chubb could be in line for an extraordinary third season.

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A healthy Leighton Vander Esch holds key to Cowboys' defense

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The third-year playmaker will be in a new role calling the defenses at middle linebacker.

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Wednesday 12 August 2020

Pacman Jones sets Haden jerseys ablaze in video

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After receiving a delivery of autographed Joe Haden jerseys, former Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones set the Steelers jerseys on fire in his driveway, documenting the process in a series of Instagram videos on Wednesday.

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Cowboys sign pass rusher Everson Griffen, adding former Vikings Pro Bowler to revamped D-line

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The 32-year-old defensive end was one of the top free agents still on the market

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Source: Ex-Vikes DE Griffen, Cowboys reach deal

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The Cowboys bulked up their defensive line, adding former Vikings defensive end Everson Griffen on a one-year deal, sources confirmed to ESPN.

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Saints will not have fans at 2020 opener vs. Buccaneers, could play in empty stadium into October

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New Orleans announced the plans Wednesday with guidance from medical experts

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Former Cowboys receiver Tavon Austin to reportedly work out for 49ers, who hope to sign him

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The veteran wideout might be returning to the NFC West

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Nick Chubb motivated to win rushing title, but there's a huge obstacle standing in his way

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Chubb nearly grabbed the rushing title in 2019

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Brett Favre has some advice for the Bears on who they should start at quarterback in 2020

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The former Packers QB gives his take on who the Bears starting quarterback should be this year

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Broncos sign former Bucs OT Demar Dotson

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The Denver Broncos signed offensive tackle Demar Dotson on Tuesday night, adding a needed veteran offensive tackle after Ja'Wuan James opted out of the 2020 season.

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Cowboys players create voluntary training camp bubble to help combat COVID-19 in 2020

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America's Team is ramping up its battle to shut out coronavirus

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Sony Michel's injury status highlights the Patriots' uncertain future in the backfield and here's why

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New England's backfield depth may be fool's gold

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Patriots unveil first photo of Cam Newton in his full uniform and here's what it looks like

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Here's your first look at Cam Newton in a New England Patriots uniform

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These four teams will benefit most if NFL scraps out of conference games and alters 2020 schedule on the fly

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The 2020 schedule could end up looking a lot different than it does right now

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Pederson back with Eagles after positive test

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Head coach Doug Pederson is back with the Eagles after testing positive for coronavirus.

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'Hard Knocks' Power Rankings: Los Angeles premiere features Sean McVay as Jon Gruden, the dreaded COVID tests

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Grading the first episode of this year's series, featuring both the Chargers and Rams

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Cardinals' GM says Patrick Peterson motivated after poor 2019 season: 'There's a different look in his eyes'

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Peterson missed the Pro Bowl for the first time in his career

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Chargers on 'Hard Knocks': Anthony Lynn reveals he contracted COVID-19 during the offseason

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It's yet another reminder of what the NFL is up against in 2020

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Report seeks closer look at Jets owner's conduct

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Jets owner Woody Johnson denies a report that he used inappropriate or insensitive remarks in his role as U.S. ambassador to the United Kingdom.

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Phillip Lindsay isn't concerned over Melvin Gordon signing: 'I don't need another man to fuel my fire'

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Lindsay will compete for the No. 1 running back duties on Broncos with Gordon

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NFL still plans to host Super Bowl LV as scheduled: 'We're laser focused on Feb. 7'

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The NFL still plans to go ahead with the Super Bowl on February 7

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Three bold predictions for Lions in 2020: Detroit finds star in D'Andre Swift, but doesn't save Matt Patricia

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The Lions struck gold in Swift, but it may be a long season in Detroit

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Three bold Bengals predictions for 2020: Joe Burrow leads AFC North in one key stat, sets rookie TD record

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Here are three bold predictions for the Bengals 2020 season

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Dear Barry: Fan letters to Barry Sanders found nearly 20 years later

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Deep in a storage closet in the Lions' practice facility sat hundreds of fan letters from children of all ages addressed to one man -- Barry Sanders. After all these years, he finally gets to answer them.

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Broncos' Von Miller motivated by 'Mamba Mentality' and 'The Last Dance'

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Miller found unexpected inspiration this offseason from a pair of NBA greats: Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan. Now he wants to lead the way they did.

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Pick-six: Ravens challenged with how to keep Pro Bowl players

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Lamar Jackson's impending extension looms large over how to pay the league's best group of under-25 talent.

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Tuesday 11 August 2020

Bolts' Lynn reveals on 'Hard Knocks' he had virus

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Chargers coach Anthony Lynn revealed on Tuesday's season debut of "Hard Knocks: Los Angeles" that he was infected with the coronavirus.

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Source: Giants' deal with CB Cockrell falls apart

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The Giants remain shorthanded at cornerback after their deal with Ross Cockrell fall apart at the last minute when financial terms couldn't be reached, a source told ESPN.

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Source: DT Daniels agrees to deal with Bengals

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Defensive tackle Mike Daniels has agreed to terms with the Bengals on a one-year deal worth up to $2.7 million, a source told ESPN.

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The 10 best 2020 NFL free agents still available: Pass rushers top list of unsigned veterans

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A look at the best players still available as the season draws near

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Lions' Stafford 'glad' false positive led to change

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Matthew Stafford is "glad" he was diagnosed with a false positive COVID-19 test, as it helped lead to a change in testing protocols.

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Grateful Garrett proud of his Cowboys teams

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Jason Garrett said he was grateful for his long tenure with the Cowboys and proud of the "program we built and the teams we had."

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Panthers' Eli Apple excited for fresh start in Carolina, sees himself as an 'elder' at age 25 on young defense

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Apple believes he has acquired invaluable experience that will help him find success in Charlotte

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Patriots identify third-year linebacker to help cushion blow of losing Dont'a Hightower, Kyle Van Noy, others

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Ja'Whaun Bentley will take on a much bigger role in 2020

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Hilary Tisch, daughter of New York Giants co-owner Steve Tisch, dies at 36

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Steve Tisch noted in a statement that his daughter suffered from depression

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Why Raiders' Maurice Hurst will make the leap and become the next Grady Jarrett

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It's Year 3 for the former Michigan standout who is ready to be an NFL star

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Sign up for your fantasy football team yet? Start your league here

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Create or join a league with standard or custom rules.

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Dwayne Haskins sees Alex Smith as 'a mentor,' hopes QB returns to '100 percent health'

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Haskins, set to open 2020 as Washington's QB, doesn't appear threatened by his veteran counterpart

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Three bold predictions for Broncos in 2020: Drew Lock racks up big numbers, Von Miller has career-best year

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Things could get fun quickly in Denver this season

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Colts add veteran safety Wilson to secondary

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Veteran safety Tavon Wilson has signed a contract with the Colts.

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Leonard Fournette addresses his turbulent offseason with Jaguars: I'm 'no jerk'

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Fournette clears the air about campaigning for Cam Newton, trade rumors

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NFC North's most interesting 2020 additions: A new QB for Bears, Aaron Rodgers' right tackle and more

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Breaking down the most intriguing newcomer on all four NFC North teams, including rookies for Vikings, Lions

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Bengals' Trae Waynes seeking second opinion on injury, could miss significant time in 2020, per report

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His first year in Cincinnati is off to a rough start

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NFL betting 2020: Unpacking the great unknown of home-field advantage during a pandemic, and what we do know

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Casual fans assign three points to home-field advantage, but what do we do during the most unique season in history?

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Three bold predictions for Chargers in 2020: Tyrod Taylor fends off Justin Herbert as Los Angeles' starter

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Taylor will push Herbert, Chargers to look toward 2021

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Three bold predictions for Chiefs in 2020: Patrick Mahomes reclaims MVP title as K.C. dominates

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The defending Super Bowl champions are incredibly well stocked for another title run

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Source: Bengals' Waynes suffers pectoral injury

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Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Trae Waynes could be on the mend for a while after suffering a pectoral injury during Monday's practice, a source confirmed to ESPN.

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Eagles activate Johnson off reserve/COVID-19 list

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Three-time Pro Bowl tackle Lane Johnson, who tested positive for COVID-19 on July 29, has been activated off the reserve list by the Eagles.

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Spring League football tourney to play in bubble

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The Spring League is scheduling a six-team football tournament in Las Vegas in October, utilizing a bubble concept that would be the first of its kind in the sport during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Jarrett Stidham's resolve remains strong despite Cam Newton's arrival to Patriots

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New England's second-year QB says the offseason was a "wild ride" and that he is eager to compete now that he's more comfortable with the offense.

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How far could the Packers and Seahawks fall? Barnwell predicts NFL teams most likely to decline

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Green Bay and Seattle won in 2019 with formulas that will be difficult to sustain. Here's why they could miss the playoffs.

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One punch, two lives altered: Inside story of Jets' 2015 locker room fight

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Tuesday marks the five-year anniversary of the incident between former Jets players Geno Smith and IK Enemkpali; some of those who were there reveal more details.

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Monday 10 August 2020

Veteran NFL running back announces retirement after eight seasons with four different teams

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