American Football
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Izaiah
@Izaiah -
almost 3 years ago
Donald savors 'moment,' noncommittal on future
2:43 AM ETBrady HendersonESPN INGLEWOOD, Calif. -- Aaron Donald capped off a dominant performance by the Los Angeles Rams' defensive front when he pressured Joe Burrow into an errant thrown on fourth down, shutting the door on the Cincinnati Bengals' hopes of a last-minut...continued
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Jaydon
@Jaydon -
almost 4 years ago
NFL closing team facilities Mon., Tue. amid spike
9:20 PM ETTeam facilities will be closed to all in-person activities Monday and Tuesday, the NFL said Friday in a leaguewide memo.The ban does not apply to teams scheduled to play on Monday or Tuesday.The NFL cited the spike in coronavirus cases around the country as well...continued
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Pablo
@Pablo -
almost 4 years ago
Sources: Titans likely to promote TE coach to OC
7:56 AM ETThe Tennessee Titans are likely to promote tight ends coach Todd Downing to offensive coordinator, sources confirmed to ESPN.Downing would replace Arthur Smith, who was named the head coach of the Atlanta Falcons earlier this month.Downing has previous experienc...continued
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Rose
@Rose -
over 2 years ago
At what price? Deshaun Watson trade might cost Browns more than money, draft picks
Mar 19, 2022BEREA, Ohio -- The Cleveland Browns were desperate to trade for Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson.So desperate, they were willing to give Watson more than any other team in contention for his services.ESPN's Adam Schefter reported Friday the Browns are...continued
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Ariel
@Ariel -
about 2 years ago
Pro, College Hall of Famer Trippi dies at age 100
5:47 PM ETAssociated Press ATLANTA -- Pro and College Football Hall of Famer Charley Trippi, a runner-up for the Heisman Trophy at Georgia who went on to lead the Cardinals to their most recent NFL championship in 1947, died Wednesday. He was 100.The University of Georgia...continued
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Jany
@Jany -
almost 4 years ago
Meyer makes NFL jump, named Jaguars coach
6:43 PM ETJACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- The Jaguars have hired Urban Meyer as their new head coach, turning to one of the most successful college coaches in NCAA history to help spur a turnaround of one of the NFL's worst franchises."This is a great day for Jacksonville and Jagua...continued
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Jaydon
@Jaydon -
about 3 years ago
Eagles lock up DE Sweat with 3-year extension
11:36 AM ETThe Philadelphia Eagles have signed defensive end Josh Sweat to a three-year extension, the team announced Saturday.The deal is for $40 million, could be worth up to $43 million and includes $26.9 million guaranteed, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.Sweat, 24,...continued
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Elian
@Elian -
almost 5 years ago
What Drew Brees' return means for Saints, Teddy Bridgewater and Taysom Hill
4:30 PM ETMETAIRIE, La. -- The New Orleans Saints just got their first win of 2020.Quarterback Drew Brees' decision to return for a 20th NFL season ensures that the Saints will remain among the top Super Bowl contenders after three straight years of gut-wrenching playoff ...continued
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Kraig
@Kraig -
almost 4 years ago
Browns shut facility for sixth time in month
9:42 AM ETThe Cleveland Browns closed their practice facility Wednesday after a staff member tested positive for COVID-19. The team announced that contact tracing is ongoing to identify any potential high-risk close contacts.This is the sixth time the facility has been cl...continued
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Maida
@Maida -
almost 4 years ago
Lawrence set for shoulder repair, return at camp
4:15 PM ETClemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence is set to undergo a left labrum repair that is not expected to affect his readiness for the 2021 season, his representatives at MGC Sports told ESPN's Adam Schefter.The procedure, on his non-throwing shoulder, is set to take p...continued
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Emmie
@Emmie -
over 3 years ago
New York Jets can halt disturbing trend with extension for safety Marcus Maye
6:00 AM ETA look at what's happening around the New York Jets:1. Maye day approaching: The Jets have 18 days to sign safety Marcus Maye to a contract extension or else he will play the season on the franchise tag ($10.6 million), setting up a likely departure in 2022. For...continued
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Hulda
@Hulda -
almost 5 years ago
Pittsburgh Steelers' Maurkice Pouncey loyal to a fault
6:38 AM ETPITTSBURGH -- Tattooed just below Pittsburgh Steelers center Maurkice Pouncey's right ear is the word "loyalty."Among the tattoos that cover his body, this one stands out.Guided by the principle inked on his body, Pouncey does everything to protect his teammates...continued
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Marjory
@Marjory -
over 3 years ago
Sources: Lance to hold second pro day April 19
2:23 PM ETNorth Dakota State quarterback Trey Lance has scheduled a second pro day on April 19, sources told ESPN's Chris Mortensen.Lance held his first pro day in front of 30 NFL teams on March 12. Lance completed 58 of his 66 attempts during the workout, but didn't part...continued
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Mariano
@Mariano -
over 3 years ago
Inside the Miami Dolphins' $135M practice facility: Players' lounge, palm trees and a slide
Jul 22, 2021MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. -- Miami Dolphins owner Stephen Ross stood at the lectern, exuding the confidence of a proud father bragging about his child who is the star quarterback. His newest baby, the Dolphins' $135 million practice facility, was officially put on d...continued
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Raoul
@Raoul -
about 2 years ago
Why the Ravens' Lamar Jackson is playing better than during his MVP season
6:00 AM ETOWINGS MILLS, Md. -- Some might say Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson, who leads the NFL in passer rating and TD passes, looks the same as he did during his 2019 MVP season.But Ravens coaches and teammates know differently. Jackson is actually playing a...continued
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Zackery
@Zackery -
over 1 year ago
Source: Jags extend DT Robertson-Harris 3 years
9:35 PM ETJACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- The Jacksonville Jaguars have agreed to a three-year contract extension with defensive tackle Roy Robertson-Harris, a league source confirmed on Saturday.Robertson-Harris had one year remaining on the three-year, $24.3 million contract with...continued
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Jaydon
@Jaydon -
almost 4 years ago
NFL Week 14 fantasy football inactives watch: Who's in and who's out?
8:51 AM ETAJ MassESPN Staff Writer CloseFantasy football, baseball and college basketball contributor. Author of book, "Yes, It's Hot in Here."Who should you start? Who should you sit? To help you set your fantasy football lineups and to avoid starting a player who won't ...continued
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Webster
@Webster -
over 4 years ago
Alvin Kamara looms as Saints' next big contract decision
6:00 AM ETMETAIRIE, La. -- Although the first big wave of free-agent spending has passed in the NFL, the New Orleans Saints' biggest financial decision of the offseason is still looming.Running back Alvin Kamara is heading into the final year of his rookie contract at the...continued
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Garnet
@Garnet -
about 3 years ago
Rodgers says he didn't lie, details vax decision
3:55 PM ETGREEN BAY, Wis. -- Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers said he did not lie when discussing his vaccination status, has followed almost all protocols for unvaccinated players and explained his reasoning for not getting one of the traditional COVID-19 vaccines befor...continued
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Josiah
@Josiah -
over 3 years ago
How shared priorities and Christian values bind Colts' Carson Wentz with Frank Reich
6:37 AM ETINDIANAPOLIS -- The bond between Colts coach Frank Reich and quarterback Carson Wentz can be traced to a three-minute car ride across the North Dakota State campus to the football facility.It was 2016 and Wentz was expected to be one of the top picks in the NFL ...continued
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Jaydon
@Jaydon -
over 4 years ago
Could NFL players wear masks on the field during the season?
9:00 AM ETAs it draws closer to actual football practices, the NFL is still working to answer a central question of its coronavirus mitigation policy: Is there a practical and effective way to mimic a mask for players on the field?The league's first response, in conjuncti...continued
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Casper
@Casper -
about 2 years ago
Raiders Hall of Fame punter Ray Guy, 72, dies
11:37 AM ETRay Guy, the Hall of Fame punter who won three Super Bowl rings with the Oakland and Los Angeles Raiders over a 14-season career, has died at the age of 72, the NFL announced Thursday.Guy, who was a seven-time Pro Bowl selection and a member of the NFL's 100th ...continued
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Myles
@Myles -
over 3 years ago
Stephon Gilmore's contract status in spotlight at New England Patriots camp
6:00 AM ETFOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- Quick-hit thoughts/notes around the New England Patriots and NFL:1. Gilmore's mindset: Linebacker Dont'a Hightower's return to the practice field Thursday after opting out of the 2020 season represented a key piece falling into place for the...continued
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Kristina
@Kristina -
almost 2 years ago
Source: Bolts DC Hill leaves to rejoin Fins' Fangio
10:39 AM ETChargers defensive coordinator Renaldo Hill is leaving Los Angeles to reunite with Dolphins defensive coordinator Vic Fangio and become Miami's defensive pass-game coordinator, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.Hill was Fangio's top target and, out of respect ...continued
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Erik
@Erik -
over 2 years ago
Tales of the Goose: Helicopter landings and no-holds-barred humor made ex-Baltimore Ravens DT...
10:30 PM ETOWINGS MILLS, Md. -- In the spring of 2001, the defending Super Bowl champion Baltimore Ravens held their first minicamp with one notable absence.Tony Siragusa -- a.k.a. "the Goose" -- wasn’t in the defensive line meeting room. But, teammates heard he was plann...continued
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