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Ex-Texans cheerleader sues team

A sixth former Texans cheerleader is suing the team in a case of "body shaming," claiming she was forced to pull her skin back with duct tape to make her appear thinner because her coach allegedly called her "skinny fat."

Chelsea Howard

Former Cowboys' Randle sentenced

Former Cowboys running back Joseph Randle has been sentenced to five years of probation for charges related to his actions at a 2016 party in Wichita, Kansas.

Arthur Weinstein

Jameis Winston suspension would affect Buccaneers little, hurt QB much more

The outlook for the 2018 Buccaneers doesn't change with quarterback Jameis Winston staring at a three-game suspension. The only Buccaneer it hurts is Winston himself.

Vinnie Iyer

About James Winston's suspension …

Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston will be suspended for three games to start the 2018 season, according to multiple reports.

Bob Hille

Seahawks: Marshall will be ready

Brandon Marshall should be ready to go by training camp.

Gabrielle McMillen

Manziel sits out CFL opening loss

Johnny Manziel watched from the sideline as his team lost its regular-season opener.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Wentz progressing well with rehab

Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz has said in the past that he will be ready for Week 1 of the 2018 season. He backed up those comments at the Eagles' minicamp practices this past week based on his performance.

Chelsea Howard

Tom Brady talks retirement

One of the most talked about storylines this offseason has been on Patriots quarterback Tom Brady and his future.

Chelsea Howard

Breaking down new-look Cardinals: Josh Rosen can quickly flip QB script

The Cardinals have a new coach, defense, offense and starting quarterback. Everything but the rookie passer is well defined going into training camp.

Vinnie Iyer

Bryant could be facing suspension

The potential suspension is believed to be related to the NFL's substance-abuse policy, although details are still unclear.

Chelsea Howard

Quinn confident deal gets done soon

Falcons' coach Dan Quinn said "conversations have begun" and thinks Julio Jones' contract situation will be resolved soon.

Joshua Simelton

Watson: 'The knee is doing good'

Houston fans can expect to see Deshaun Watson back in action next month.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Sam Darnold could start at QB

The Jets like what they see with rookie quarterback Sam Darnold.

Chelsea Howard

Martin gets big extension

Zack Martin and the Dallas Cowboys have agreed to terms on a contract extension that will reportedly make him the highest-paid guard in the NFL.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Pats called teams about Gronk trade

Rob Gronkowski may not have been available for a trade, but that didn't stop the Patriots from exploring their options.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Ex-Cowboys cheerleader sues

A former Dallas Cowboys cheerleader has filed a lawsuit against the the franchise for unfair labor practices, claiming the team mascot made more than she did.

Chelsea Howard

Gregory makes appeal to Goodell

Randy Gregory could be nearing his return to the NFL.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Manning's prime 'wasted'

Eli Manning has had a storied career with the Giants, but a couple of his former teammates feel that his time with the team has been a bust.

Gabrielle McMillen

Thomas holding out of minicamp

Don't expect to see Earl Thomas in action this week.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Prescott liking team's energy

Dak Prescott has a good feeling about the season ahead.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Diddy not interested in ownership

Sean "Diddy" Combs says he is no longer interested in NFL ownership.

Chelsea Howard

Harrison account is fake

The Twitter account posting inspirational recovery messages from former Lions and Browns running back Jerome Harrison is fake.

Thomas Lott

Winslow arrested on burglary charge

Former NFL tight end Kellen Winslow Jr. has been arrested on a burglary charge in California, according to multiple reports.

Thomas Lott

Andrew Luck, still not throwing, running out of time to ease Colts' anxiety

With less than two months until training camp and as the Colts’ offseason program winds down, Andrew Luck still is not throwing in team drills.

Jeff Diamond

Broncos edge-rusher Shane Ray to undergo fourth wrist operation, reports say

Broncos edge rusher Shane Ray, who sought a second opinion on his troublesome left wrist, according to KUSA, will undergo a fourth operation on the surgically repaired left wrist, ESPN.com reported, citing an unidentified source.

Bob Hille

Incognito hopes for NFL return

Richie Incognito is home and ready to hit the ground running.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Breaking down new-look Seahawks: Russell Wilson needs Penny to shine right away

The Seahawks in 2017 were not a playoff team for the first time in six seasons.

Vinnie Iyer

Pederson talks White House visit

The Eagles are ready to move on after being uninvited to the traditional White House visit to celebrate their Super Bowl victory.

Chelsea Howard

Calvin Johnson shuts down returning

Calvin Johnson announced his retirement from the NFL after the 2015 season, but he revealed Saturday that he wanted to leave a year earlier while also ending any speculation that he might return.

Chelsea Howard

Solder: Lots of pressure to fix OL

Nate Solder has a long way to go until his new team catches up to the Patriot Way.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Tom Brady at Gillette Stadium

Tom Brady may be skipping organised team activities, but he is still hanging around Gillette Stadium.

Gabrielle McMillen

Clay Matthews hit by line drive

Clay Matthews was hit in the face by a line drive while pitching Saturday in a Packers charity softball game, a frightening moment after which he eventually was described as "fine" but with "a boo-boo on his nose."

Chelsea Howard

Johnny Manziel shows flashes in 'fun' CFL debut

Johnny Manziel is adjusting to life in the Canadian Football League one throw at a time.

John Arlia

Chargers GM hints at Antonio Gates

Tight end Antonio Gates' potential return to the Chargers makes so much sense, even the team's general manager admits it's "a natural fit."

Bob Hille

Breaking down new-look Raiders: How do Jordy Nelson, Doug Martin fit?

The Raiders are trying to push themselves forward by throwing it back to what worked in the past. With the rehiring of Jon Gruden as head coach, the philosophy is "comfortably" getting the players out of their comfort zone.

Vinnie Iyer

Ravens have hope after needed changes at wide receiver

It’s been the catch phrase for one particular unit on the Ravens' offense since at least the NFL Combine: changing the wide receiver room.

David Steele

Rodgers receives honorary doctorate

Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has joined the Texans' J.J. Watt in an elite club as he became the latest NFL star to earn an honorary doctorate degree.

Chelsea Howard

NFL owners admit president Donald Trump influenced anthem policy, report says

President Donald Trump told Cowboys owner Jerry Jones last fall that his opposition to NFL players staging protests during the national anthem prior to games was a "very winning, strong issue" for him, and Trump's unrelenting commentary helped shape team owners' newly enacted policy on protests, The Wall Street Journal reported Wednesday.

Tom Gatto

Manning: Reps key in Luck return

Andrew Luck needs all the help he can get as he prepares to make his comeback, and that includes advice from the quarterback he replaced.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Gresham helps fellow flyer

Jermaine Gresham was in the right place at the right time for one college student who just wanted to board her flight.

Travis Durkee

Breaking down new-look Rams: Ndamukong Suh boosts defence, Brandin Cooks refines offence

The Los Angeles Rams' response to a long-awaited breakthrough season in 2017 has been a Hollywood marquee-worthy 2018 offseason.

Vinnie Iyer

Watt receives honorary doctorate

J.J. Watt can add a doctorate degree to his impressive list of off-field achievements.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Manziel wants to have 'fun' debut

Johnny Manziel seems to have his nerves under control.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Watch: Tom Brady throws touchdown pass to Daniel Ricciardo in Monaco

One of the most highly speculated stories around the NFL is about Tom Brady missing the team's voluntary OTAs and what he has been doing this offseason. Well, it looks like we have at least one answer.

Chelsea Howard

Julio Jones speaks about future

Julio Jones isn't planning on leaving Atlanta, at least for now.

Chelsea Howard

Congressman compares NFL anthem protests to Nazi salutes

Congressman Peter King asked on Twitter if Jets owner Christopher Johnson would pay fines incurred by his players if they gave Nazi salutes.

Arthur Weinstein

Avril: Players doubt Pete Carroll

The Seahawks were one yard away from becoming champions in Super Bowl 49 when an interception gave the Patriots the title, but former Seattle defensive end Cliff Avril gave some insight into the effect that play had on the franchise and the players' trust in coach Pete Carroll.

Chelsea Howard

Rodgers was behind Ryan's deal

Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan received a monster five-year contract extension worth $150 million earlier this month, making him the highest-paid player in the NFL. And apparently Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers helped push the deal along.

Chelsea Howard

Cowboys will get best of Dak Prescott without Dez Bryant, Jason Witten

The Cowboys decided to release wide receiver Dez Bryant in April and saw tight end Jason Witten retire in May. There's no reason for their offence to worry about it going into June.

Vinnie Iyer

Giants juggle equipment staff

The New York Giants have fired three longtime equipment room employees only weeks after the team settled a lawsuit brought by memorabilia collectors accusing quarterback Eli Manning of providing fake "game-worn" equipment, ESPN.com reported, citing multiple unidentified sources.

Bob Hille

Raiders' Davis abstained from vote

Raiders owner Mark Davis, like 49ers owner Jed York, abstained from what amounted to an informal show-of-hands vote on the NFL's reworked policy on player protests during the national anthem, he told ESPN late Thursday after the league confirmed that there was no formal roll-call vote on the new policy.

Bob Hille

Dolphins owner Stephen Ross backs Lions coach Matt Patricia against assault allegations

Dolphins owner Stephen Ross offered an unexpected defense of Lions coach Matt Patricia's character on Wednesday.

Tom Gatto

Trump praises NFL's anthem stance

It did not take long for President Donald Trump to comment on the NFL's new national anthem policy.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Manziel to ride Tiger-Cats bench

Johnny Manziel likely won't be seeing much action his first year in the CFL.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Reactions to NFL national anthem policy requiring players on field to stand

NFL players will operate under a new national anthem policy in 2018.

NFL has new national anthem policy

The NFL has come up with its answer to the controversy surrounding players who kneel during the national anthem

Gabrielle McMillen

Julio Jones' holdout for updated contract is odd, but not senseless

Just three years after signing a contract worth $14.25 million per season that runs through 2020, Julio Jones is looking for a new deal. The wide receiver has decided not to attend Falcons voluntary OTAs unless he receives an "updated" contract.

Jason Fitzgerald

As OTAs arrive, NFL flunks another English test with word 'voluntary'

The NFL dictionary has already claimed more than one player, and it's only May. The pressure to attend voluntary sessions is still strong.

David Steele

Sherman believes in Garoppolo

Richard Sherman has admitted he studied film of San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo prior to joining the team.

E.Jay Zarett

Clayborn hurts quad

Adrian Clayborn suffered a setback as he gears up for his first season with the Patriots.

Gabrielle McMillen

Manziel signing with CFL Tiger-Cats

It's official, Johnny Manziel is heading to the Canadian Football League.

E.Jay Zarett

Williams reportedly arrested

Cowboys wide receiver Terrance Williams was arrested on a charge of public intoxication Saturday morning after allegedly crashing his Lamborghini into a pole and leaving the scene of the accident, according to a report by the Fort Worth Star-Telegram.

E.Jay Zarett

Watt offers to cover funeral costs

J.J. Watt received the Walter Payton Man of the Year award in February for his fundraising efforts to help the victims of Hurricane Harvey.

E.Jay Zarett

Manziel says he’s signing with CFL

Johnny Manziel is heading to the Canadian Football League.

E.Jay Zarett

Who is David Tepper? Fast facts about Panthers' new owner

If and when NFL owners approve the purchase of the Carolina Panthers during their meeting next week, David Tepper will be one step closer to officially becoming part of an exclusive group of people.

Tadd Haislop

Seahawks have options with Earl Thomas, but teams like Cowboys will be watching

As the Legion of Boom seemingly goes bust, is Earl Thomas a looming casualty? The question is on the minds of Seahawks fans as they fear the further unraveling of one of the truly elite NFL secondaries of all time.

Jeff Diamond

T.O. rips Jason Garrett

Terrell Owens, who spent three season with the Cowboys in the back half of his career, offered a scathing review of current Dallas head coach Jason Garrett on 105.3 The Fan earlier this week.

Travis Durkee

Rams' stadium passes $4 billion

The Rams' new stadium will be far and away the most expensive in NFL history, according to Sports Business Journal.

Gabrielle McMillen

Prescott wants to be best Dallas QB

Dak Prescott is up for the challenge of becoming the best in Dallas.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Browns to be on HBO's Hard Knocks

After a winless season, the Browns will be selected as the featured team on this summer’s HBO series "Hard Knocks," according to ESPN.com.

Alec Brzezinski

Johnson frustrated with Pats

Super Bowl 52 may have been three months ago, but Lane Johnson is still riding Philadelphia's victory.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Panthers sale agreed

The sale of the Carolina Panthers to David Tepper has been agreed, the franchise announced on Thursday (AEST).

Gabrielle McMillen

Why ex-Cowboys like Jason Witten and Tony Romo get the best NFL TV jobs

NEW YORK — As Waylon Jennings sang, "Mamas, don't let your babies grow up to be cowboys" — that is, unless they play for the Dallas Cowboys, because former stars of "America's Team" seem to score the best jobs in NFL television.

Michael McCarthy

Greg Hardy to face Austen Lane

Matching up against Lane, who was listed at 6-6, 265 pounds in the NFL, will give Hardy a chance to fight someone his own size.

Chelsea Howard

Wood: Patricia hiring followed law

Despite the controversy surrounding his hiring, Matt Patricia's recruitment was conducted by the book.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Gallup: Replacing Dez 'not role'

Michael Gallup is eager to make a good impression with his new team, but knows he has big shoes to fill.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Sam Bradford is Cardinals starter

The Cardinals have had to find a new starting quarterback since Carson Palmer retired in January, and coach Steve Wilks addressed the issue on Saturday (AEST).

Chelsea Howard

Anthony Lynn gets college degree

Many college students graduating this spring still have no idea what they want to do in life.

Arthur Weinstein

Bortles helps stop truck thief

Blake Bortles helped thwart a would-be thief who tried to drive off in the Jaguars quarterback's new pickup truck at a party this week in Jacksonville Beach, Florida, police say (via News4Jax.com).

Bob Hille

Matt Patricia's 22-year pass is typical NFL, but still doesn't make sense

There’s so much to untangle about the bombshell revelation of a 1996 sexual-assault indictment against new Lions head coach Matt Patricia.

David Steele

Maliek Collins breaks foot

Cowboys defensive tackle Maliek Collins will miss most if not all offseason after suffering a broken foot on Friday during the team's conditioning drills.

Chelsea Howard

Union's Eric Reid grievance hints at more than collusion by NFL, teams

In the collusion grievance he and his lawyer filed against the NFL, Eric Reid faces the same high burden of proof Colin Kaepernick does in his grievance filed last October.

David Steele

Gregory to seek reinstatement

Suspended Cowboys defensive end Randy Gregory is working through the process required for reinstatement by the NFL and the paperwork could be filed as early as next week, Pro Football Talk reported, citing unidentified sources.

Bob Hille

Elliott to focus on improvement

Ezekiel Elliott is getting a clean slate in 2018.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Predicting winners of top NFL position battles for 2018

As the NFL offseason progresses with minicamps, OTAs and eventually training camps, multiple position battles will be worth watching. NFL free agency and the 2018 NFL Draft have produced several interesting battles on offenses, specifically.

Vinnie Iyer

Ingram suspended for PED violation

The Saints will start the season without Mark Ingram's services.

Kirstie Chiappelli

OBJ, Giants will get deal done

Odell Beckham Jr. likely won't be leaving New York anytime soon.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Rudolph agrees with Big Ben

Ben Roethlisberger doesn't think the Steelers should have used a third-round pick on a quarterback in last month's draft, and Mason Rudolph agrees.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Beasley rips Dez report

Cole Beasley may not be Dez Bryant's teammate anymore, but he still has his back.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Callaway owns up to drug test

Antonio Callaway isn't making any excuses.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Taylor still Browns' starting QB

No. 1 pick in the NFL Draft. Possibly No. 1 in the hearts and minds of Browns fans. But not the No. 1 quarterback in Cleveland, coach Hue Jackson said Friday.

Bill Marx

NFL to meet lawyer of cheerleaders

The NFL has agreed to meet with the lawyer representing two former cheerleaders who recently filed discrimination claims against the league.

Chelsea Howard

Jets giving Darnold starting chance

The Jets took a step toward improving their quarterback position last month by selecting former USC star Sam Darnold as the No. 3 overall pick in the 2018 NFL Draft.

Alec Brzezinski

Seahawks release Cliff Avril

Cliff Avril's time with the Seahawks has come to an end.

Chelsea Howard

Cowboys' Witten to retire, join MNF

Longtime Cowboys tight end Jason Witten is retiring and will become an analyst on "Monday Night Football," according to multiple reports on Friday morning (AEST), including by Sporting News.

Bob Hille

Steelers convert Shazier's salary

The linebacker was placed on the Reserve/Physically Unable to Perform list on Wednesday as he continues to rehab his spine injury.

Redskins cheerleaders detail trip

In recent months, cheerleaders across the NFL have come forward with complaints about workplace discrimination, and now a group of Redskins cheerleaders are opening up about some disturbing experiences that happened in 2013 while doing a calendar photo shoot in Costa Rica.

Chelsea Howard

Brady negotiated playing time

Tom Brady is putting an end to the imminent retirement rumors.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Do Panthers have the next Steve Smith in D.J. Moore?

D.J. Moore was compared to Steve Smith even before Carolina made the wideout its first-round pick. Now the Panthers rookie has a chance to live up to the expectations.

Kenan Goyette

Reid files grievance against NFL

Free-agent safety Eric Reid has filed a collusion grievance against the NFL, the NFLPA confirmed Wednesday, and is being represented by Colin Kaepernick's attorney, according to ESPN.

Bob Hille

A.J. Green senses new 'vibe' from Bengals, retained coach Marvin Lewis

A.J. Green says coach Marvin Lewis is challenging Bengals players like it's his first year on the job, and the star wideout loves what he sees.

Alex Marvez

Patriots leave NFL Draft without Tom Brady's heir apparent despite rare opportunity

The 2018 NFL Draft is over, the initial and secondary waves of free agency have passed, offseason workouts are underway, training camp will be here before we know it, and the Patriots appear no closer to finding the eventual replacement for their 40-year-old franchise quarterback.

David Steele

Eagles re-sign Sproles

Darren Sproles is giving football another season.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Allen could start at QB for Bills

Could Buffalo's newest quarterback already be in consideration for the starting job? The team isn't ruling it out.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Philadelphia Eagles draft pick Jordan Mailata admits he knew 'as little as peanuts' about the NFL

No American football experience, no problem.

All 256 draft picks by team

Here are the picks for each team through all seven rounds of this year's draft.

Kirstie Chiappelli

NFL Draft trade roundup

Highly-rated Australia punter Michael Dickson has become the first punter taken in the 2018 NFL Draft after the Seattle Seahawks selected him with the 149th overall pick in the fifth round on Sunday morning (AEST).

Thomas Lott

Brown Jr. asked Ravens to draft him

Orlando Brown Jr. is a Baltimore Raven, just like he wanted.

Thomas Lott

NFL Draft 2018: Alabama, Georgia, Ohio State tied for most picks by college through Day 2

Alabama, Georgia and Ohio State are tied for the most NFL Draft picks through three rounds. The Crimson Tide, Bulldogs and Buckeyes all have five picks apiece.

Bill Bender

NFL Draft picks 2018: Complete draft results from Rounds 1-3

Here are the complete 2018 NFL Draft results with pick number, team, player, position and school, minus the analysis and draft grades.

Tadd Haislop

What time is the 2018 NFL Draft? Date, time & live TV coverage

Here is the 2018 NFL Draft date, time and live TV coverage from AT&T Stadium in Arlington.

Skylar Rolstad

NFL Draft 2018: Baker Mayfield a confidence shot for beaten-down Browns

Imagine a scenario in which Baker Mayfield plants a Cleveland Browns flag at Cincinnati, Pittsburgh, Baltimore or anywhere else after a big victory.

Bill Bender

Shazier walks across stage

The Steelers' linebacker made a miraculous walk across the stage at AT&T Stadium to announce the team's first-round pick.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Ravens ignore Lamar Jackson critics, get the Joe Flacco insurance they've needed

Oh no, Joe. Your replacement is on his way.

Alex Marvez

NFL Draft 2018: Bills will soon learn if they won long game with new QB Josh Allen

Still, it’s up to Josh Allen, in the thick of the competition for most polarising quarterback in the draft, to prove that McDermott and Beane know what they’re doing, and justify two years of wheeling and dealing and some clumsy in-season maneuvering to bring him to Buffalo.

David Steele

NFL Draft 2018: Ryan Shazier walks across stage, announces pick for Steelers

The Steelers' linebacker made a miraculous walk across the stage at AT&T Stadium to announce the team's first-round pick.

Kirstie Chiappelli

NFL Draft picks 2018: results, analysis for first round

As teams make their picks in the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft, SN has you covered with live analysis of the draft results.

Vinnie Iyer

Browns take Mayfield No. 1

Cleveland selected the 2017 Heisman Trophy winner out of Oklahoma with the first overall selection in Thursday's draft.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Josh Allen apologizes for tweets

Potential No. 1 overall pick Josh Allen has apologised for offensive tweets that were uncovered on the eve of the 2018 NFL Draft.

Bob Hille

NFL Draft news, rumours ahead of Round 1

The 2018 NFL Draft starts Friday morning (AEST) with Round 1, which means there's plenty of breaking news and (somewhat believeable) draft rumors flying around. Of course, always be careful believing anything you hear this time of year.

Gabe Fernandez

Panthers, Olsen agree to extension

The Panthers and tight end Greg Olsen have agreed to a two-year, $17.1 million contract extension, according to a report from ESPN.

E.Jay Zarett

Baker Mayfield to Browns? Six picks that would shake up 2018 NFL Draft

The 2018 NFL Draft is just hours away, and its arrival will end months of speculation about what the Browns will do with the No. 1 overall pick.

Bill Bender

Reality of NFL Draft rooms is a blend of tension and trepidation

Former NFL exec Jeff Diamond provides an authentic look into draft rooms. The reality is not as calm and relaxed as you might see on TV.

Jeff Diamond

Browns haven't received offers

The Browns hold the No. 1 overall pick in the 2018 NFL Draft. The team doesn’t appear to be trading out of that spot.

E.Jay Zarett

Teams with most riding on draft

The amount of teams in the market for a quarterback means this could be one of the most important drafts of recent years.

Nicholas McGee

NFL cheerleaders willing to settle

Two former NFL cheerleaders, who recently filed discrimination claims against the league, will settle for $1 each if commissioner Roger Goodell will agree to meet with a group of cheerleaders.

Chelsea Howard

Michael Vick to serve as offensive coordinator for Atlanta spring league team

Michael Vick finally has another chance to bring Atlanta a championship in professional football - this time as a coach in the Alliance of American Football, a spring league set to launch next year.

Alex Marvez

Pete Carroll says the Seahawks could still sign Colin Kaepernick

The Seahawks have signed two backup quarterbacks recently, but could still sign Colin Kaepernick.

Gabe Fernandez

When is the 2018 NFL Draft? Date, time & live TV coverage from AT&T Stadium

Here is the 2018 NFL Draft date, time and live TV coverage from AT&T Stadium in Arlington.

Skylar Rolstad

NFL free agency lines up perfectly for Colts' needs with Andrew Luck, Frank Reich

The Colts have enough salary cap space for NFL free agency to both help Andrew Luck and build a 4-3 defense for new coach Frank Reich. There also happen to be players on the market who fit perfectly.

Vinnie Iyer

Richard Sherman set to join San Francisco 49ers

According to reports, four-time NFL Pro Bowler Richard Sherman has agreed to a three-year deal with the San Francisco 49ers.

Thomas Lott

JuJu Smith-Schuster goes all in 'recruiting' LeBron James to Steelers

LeBron James said he will never make the jump from the NBA to the NFL, but that's not stopping JuJu Smith-Schuster from recruiting him.

Chelsea Howard

NFL Combine doesn't redefine Lamar Jackson, but it clears up who should draft him

If Lamar Jackson's NFL Combine workout did anything to hurt his draft stock, that's not necessarily a bad thing. The teams with which he fits best have later draft picks, anyway.

Vinnie Iyer

Bell didn't expect deal to get done

The Pittsburgh Steelers placed the franchise tag on Le'Veon Bell for the second successive season and the star running back is not surprised.

Thomas Lott

Seahawks to cut Sherman on Friday

Richard Sherman entered Friday as a Seahawk, but "barring something unexpected," the Seattle Times reported, he won't be by the end of the day.

Bob Hille

Wilkerson's mom defends him

Momma always has your back.

Travis Durkee

Saquon Barkley is everything Browns need to avoid familiar NFL Draft pain

There is a considerable amount of debate about whether Cleveland should take Saquon Barkley in the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft. SN explains why the Browns should make the pick.

Bill Bender

Roger Goodell runs 40-yard dash in response to Rich Eisen challenge

Goodell ran his 40 down the hall of the fifth floor of the NFL headquarters and posted an impressive time.

Ron Clements

Aldon Smith timeline of trouble: Arrests, suspensions ruin once-promising NFL career

Aldon Smith sadly has not been able to stay away from trouble since the 49ers drafted him in 2011. Here is a timeline of arrests, suspensions and other incidents that have all but ruined the pass-rusher's NFL career.

Tadd Haislop

NFL players blown away by Shaquem Griffin's Combine performance

Shaquem Griffin, a linebacker from UCF who had his left hand amputated when he was four years old, has emerged as the feel-good story of the NFL Combine. He already has a bunch of fans in the league.

Tadd Haislop

Shaquem Griffin refuses to let hand amputation dash NFL dream

Shaquem Griffin, a linebacker from UCF who has only one hand, might be the most interesting draft prospect at the NFL Combine. At least one GM thinks Griffin has the talent to thrive in the league.

Alex Marvez

NFL offseason schedule: When is 2018 NFL Draft, free agency?

With the 2018 NFL Draft, the Combine and free agency spread out through the spring, the NFL has stuffed its offseason calendar full of key dates.

Tadd Haislop

NFL Combine 2018: Results, highlights from draft prospect workouts

SN provided live 2018 NFL Combine updates and results. Here's how it went down this year in Indianapolis.

Tadd Haislop

NFL free agency: Vikings can give Kirk Cousins his best offer

The Vikings don't have many team needs as NFL free agency approaches, which is part of the reason they will be able to offer Kirk Cousins the best deal the QB can get in 2018.

Vinnie Iyer

Alabama's Da'Ron Payne adds sizzle to draft stock at NFL Combine

As proven by his Combine results, Da'Ron Payne's athleticism for a 300-pounder is off the charts. The Alabama product could be the first defensive tackle drafted in April.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL free agency: Redskins must help Alex Smith with more spending on offense

Given Washington's salary cap space for 2018 NFL free agency, the Redskins need to focus on their offensive team needs in order to get a good return on their Alex Smith investment.

Vinnie Iyer

Lamar Jackson opted out of 40-yard dash at NFL Combine due to WR talk

Lamar Jackson admits the talk of him playing at WR led him to not run in the 40-yard dash.

Jordan Heck

Josh Rosen, Baker Mayfield competing at NFL Combine not good look — for Sam Darnold

The former USC quarterback will rely on his March 21 Pro Day to impress teams.

Vinnie Iyer

Shaquem Griffin dominates bench press at NFL Combine with one hand

Former UCF linebacker Shaquem Griffin showed off at the 2018 NFL Combine.

Jordan Heck

Army obligations give Brett Toth 'bigger things to do' than NFL Combine, football

Not that football is easy, but for Brett Toth, NFL Combine drills are nothing compared to the U.S. Army Physical Fitness Test. We're talking about a 300-pound man running two miles in 15 minutes or less.

Alex Marvez

NFL Combine 2018: How each drill affects different position groups

NFL teams differ on how they value Combine results, but they all factor them into scouting reports. Here is how each drill is run and, more important, the value of each and how it impacts different position groups.

Eric Galko

When is NFL Combine 2018? Dates, TV schedule, invite list

The NFL Combine dates for 2018 are getting closer. Here is all you need to know about this year's NFL Draft scouting event in Indianapolis.

Tadd Haislop

Steelers' Antonio Brown among 7 stars who overcame bad NFL Combines

Here are seven current stars who overcame some of the worst performances in NFL Combine history, including an MVP-caliber receiver and the greatest QB of all time.

Vinnie Iyer

How to watch Amazon's 'All or Nothing: A Season with the Dallas Cowboys'

The Dallas Cowboys will be featured on Season 3 of Amazon's "All or Nothing" docuseries. Here's everything you need to know about streaming the show.

Kenan Goyette

NFL Combine: Safety Tre Flowers a middle-round sleeper worth watching

Need a potential middle-round gem to watch at the NFL Combine? Keep an eye on Oklahoma State's Tre Flowers.

Bill Bender

NFL free agency 2018: Top 25 free agents, best players by position

As NFL free agency 2018 approaches, who are the best available free agents, unrestricted and restricted? Here is a complete breakdown.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL free agency: Broncos better off with Kirk Cousins fallback plan

SN breaks down Denver's options and team needs in NFL free agency. They start at quarterback, of course, but signing Kirk Cousins is not the best move for the Broncos given their salary cap space.

Vinnie Iyer

Who is Josh Allen? Wyoming QB hopes NFL sees more Carson Wentz, less JaMarcus Russell

Josh Allen could be worthy of the No. 1 pick in the NFL Draft. Some of his college stats, though, are red flags. So who is the Wyoming QB, exactly? SN's Alex Marvez explains the complications.

Alex Marvez

Jon Gruden can't be serious with back-to-the-future talk, disdain for data, can he?

Is Jon Gruden really intent on living in the past, or is he, like Bill Belichick, unwilling to give any hints as to how he plans to use the reams of data that will be available to him?

Tom Gatto

Gronk returning to Pats

Any entertainment endeavors, including acting, will wait as is expected Gronkowski to return to the field.

Gabrielle McMillen

Jets' team needs line up for good chance to ace NFL Draft, free agency

The Jets are facing a critical offseason, but New York has the draft picks and cap space to address most if not all of their many team needs in 2018.

Vinnie Iyer

Johnny Manziel finally details the time he wore a wig as 'Billy' in Vegas

Former Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel once wore a wig in Las Vegas under the pseudonym Billy.

Jordan Heck

Rod Woodson not bitter about losing Raiders post; HOFer discusses what's next

Rod Woodson says he enjoyed his time in Oakland as a member of Jack Del Rio's staff. He also understands why new head coach Jon Gruden wanted to go in another direction with Woodson's position.

Alex Marvez

SN source: Colts find new wide receivers coach in Kevin Patullo

Kevin Patullo is returning to his roots as an NFL wide receivers coach. A source told SN that Patulllo will be handling that position for the Colts on the staff being assembled by new head coach Frank Reich.

Alex Marvez

Dion Lewis' 5 best non-Patriots fits in NFL free agency

Dion Lewis will hit NFL free agency in 2018 after a big season with the Patriots. Assuming he does not return to New England, the running back would be a great fit with these five teams.

Vinnie Iyer

SN source: Colts hiring 49ers legend to coach running backs

A source tells Sporting News that the Colts are hiring Tom Rathman as running backs coach.

Alex Marvez

NFL free agency 2018: Jonathan Casillas knows the business, bracing for Giants exit

Veteran linebacker Jonathan Casillas has done the math: a new coaching staff plus injuries that forced him to miss time last season equals a possible new NFL address in 2018.

Alex Marvez

NFL Draft 2018: Separating bad criticisms from good questions about top QBs

How do you separate a bad criticism from a good question about a first-round QB prospect? Sporting News looks ahead of the 2018 NFL Draft.

Bill Bender

Giants QB Geno Smith won't walk to edge of theorized flat Earth because 'it's restricted'

Geno Smith is now wondering whether the Earth is flat like Celtics star Kyrie Irving.

Jordan Heck

John Franklin III runs 4.19 in 40-yard dash at training facility

John Franklin III, whose college career started at Florida State and included stints at East Mississippi State, Auburn and FAU, should be on the radar of NFL Draft scouts due to his speed.

Kristian Dyer

NFL Draft 2018: Full list of 32 compensatory picks announced

The NFL awarded the 32 compensatory picks for the 2018 NFL Draft with four teams receiving four picks apiece.

Kenan Goyette

How Marcus Peters trade impacts Chiefs, Rams, NFL free agency

With Kansas City set to send star cornerback Marcus Peters to Los Angeles in a trade, SN breaks down the ripple effects for both teams and 2018 NFL free agency as a whole.

Vinnie Iyer

Jonathan Martin’s disturbing post

With the nation still reeling from the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Florida that left 17 people dead, former NFL offensive lineman Jonathan Martin posted an unsettling photo on Instagram that led to Friday’s temporary closing of Harvard-Westlake High School in Studio City, California, where Martin attended.

Marcus Dinitto

Chiefs lineman Laurent Duvernay-Tardif moonlights as journalist at Winter Olympics

The doctor-to-be is interviewing athletes for CBC/Radio-Canada.

Kenan Goyette

Rested Gary Barnidge ready for 2018 NFL free agency, seeks fair offer this time

Gary Barnidge skipped a season of NFL football last year when he was not offered a fair contract in free agency. So do not forget about the rested 32-year-old tight end on the open market in 2018.

Alex Marvez

NFL free agency: Bears need to get down to Trubisky business

The Bears' team needs in NFL free agency line up with the fact that they drafted their franchise QB last year. Chicago needs to support Mitchell Trubisky with its moves in 2018.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL Draft Big Board: Top 50 prospects in 2018 class

Our latest Big Board for the 2018 NFL Draft does not include quarterbacks, but it does illustrate the rare talent at other positions in the class, namely running back.

Eric Galko

Answers to Broncos GM John Elway’s toughest test are in NFL Draft

John Elway is supposed to have all the answers at QB — it's part of the reason he was hired as Broncos general manager. This offseason could be his last chance to prove he can get the position right in Denver.

Jeff Diamond

NFL free agency: Browns' big decisions start with Kirk Cousins, AJ McCarron

Cleveland has all kinds of cap space for 2018 NFL free agency, but the Browns need to hit the right quality-quantity formula. SN breaks down how it can be done.

Vinnie Iyer

Jets fan Saquon Barkley admits playing in New York 'would be great'

There is a chance Saquon Barkley could end up playing for his childhood favorite team, a possibility the 2018 NFL Draft's top running back admits is exciting.

Kristian Dyer

NFL's national anthem stance not worthy of chatter during players meeting at Combine

NFLPA president Eric Winston told SN he does not anticipate talk about the league's national anthem protocol during their meeting next week. Player safety, however, is an important part of the agenda.

Alex Marvez

Andrew Luck injury updates can only tell new Colts coach Frank Reich so much

Because Andrew Luck can't talk to Frank Reich about football until April, the QB and the new Colts coach must communicate injury updates through a third party. All Reich can do is trust Luck's recovery process.

Alex Marvez

Australian punter Michael Dickson eyes off NFL Draft

Australian native Michael Dickson made a good decision years ago when he took up punting in American football. Leaving Texas and declaring for the NFL Draft early looks to be another great call.

Alex Marvez

Texas Bowl hero Michael Dickson's jumps to punting, NFL Draft are no joke

Australian native Michael Dickson made a good decision years ago when he took up punting in American football. Leaving Texas and declaring for the NFL Draft early looks to be another great call.

Alex Marvez

Think you know cream of 2018 QB draft class? History says you're wrong

The fates of quarterbacks from a recent NFL Draft class are lessons to all who believe they have the likes of Josh Rosen, Baker Mayfield, Sam Darnold, Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson figured out.

David Steele

Lazy comparisons for Lamar Jackson, Baker Mayfield bound to cost ignorant NFL teams

Teams that label Lamar Jackson "just another athlete" and Baker Mayfield "the next Johnny Manziel" ahead of the 2018 NFL Draft likely will be sorry.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL free agency: Who will get cut in 2018 among former Pro Bowl players?

These notable NFL players are in danger of getting cut by their teams as 2018 free agency approaches.

Vinnie Iyer

To return to Super Bowl, Steelers should run from Le'Veon Bell

The Steelers need to accept that running back Le'Veon Bell is not worth the money or trouble.

Mike DeCourcy

Baker Mayfield says he will not attend NFL Draft

Despite his hometown being in the same state as the draft, Baker Mayfield has opted to not make the trip to Arlington.

Gabe Fernandez

Former Panther Rae Carruth breaks silence with an apology letter; Saundra Adams responds

After 17 years in prison, former Panther Rae Carruth has broken his silence with an apology letter.

Kenan Goyette

The story behind Antonio Brown's cameo in Drake's 'God's Plan' music video

Antonio Brown made an appearance in Drake's music video for "God's Plan" and there's a great reason behind it.

Jordan Heck

Jimmy Graham's 6 best non-Seahawks fits in NFL free agency

Jimmy Graham will be the best tight end on the 2018 NFL free agency open market. These six teams should seriously consider signing him.

Vinnie Iyer

Sporting News experts discuss odds of Johnny Manziel playing in NFL again

"The silence among those NFL coaches who have worked with Manziel is deafening."

Sporting News

Colts to hire Ray 'Bubba' Ventrone from Patriots as new special teams coach

The Colts were able to raid the Patriots for a coach, after all. A source told Sporting News that Ray "Bubba" Ventrone will be the new special teams coach on Frank Reich’s staff in Indianapolis.

Alex Marvez

NFL free agency 2018: Top free-agent wide receivers

Every NFL team seems to be in need of a wide receiver during every free-agency period. Here are the best WRs available as 2018 NFL free agency approaches.

Vinnie Iyer

Saquon Barkley's approach to Combine sign of franchise-changing passion

Saquon Barkley explained to SN why he refuses to shun the NFL Combine the way some have in the past. His approach is part of the reason the running back could be the No. 1 pick in the 2018 NFL Draft.

Alex Marvez

Johnny Manziel commits to The Spring League showcase

Manziel, a Texas native, recently revealed he has bipolar disorder and is taking medication as he works toward an NFL comeback.

Travis Durkee

Jimmy G highs and Reuben Foster lows: The new life of 49ers GM John Lynch

49ers GM John Lynch is learning a lesson: The good times for an NFL exec, like the Jimmy Garoppolo signing, come with the bad times, like Reuben Foster's legal issues.

Jeff Diamond

After parting, Giants and Steve Spagnuolo both will rebound from 'one of those years'

Former Giants defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo explained to SN how and why New York's defense struggled in 2017. He also predicted a turnaround for both himself and his former team.

Alex Marvez

Jarvis Landry's 5 best non-Dolphins fits in NFL free agency

If the Dolphins let Jarvis Landry hit free agency in 2018, these five teams need to seriously consider signing the playmaking wide receiver.

Vinnie Iyer

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