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Ismael @Ismael - over 5 years ago

Panthers don't want to use McCaffrey as decoy

2:15 PM ETSPARTANBURG, S.C. -- The Carolina Panthers want to get more touches and fewer snaps for running back Christian McCaffrey, who a year ago fell just shy of becoming the third player in NFL history to have 1,000 yards rushing and receiving in the same season."We wa...continued

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Giovanni @Giovanni - about 5 years ago

Vinatieri's 'lousy' day costs Colts, Brissett victory

9:13 PM ETCARSON, Calif. -- A horrific kicking performance by Indianapolis Colts kicker Adam Vinatieri took away what should have been a Week 1 victory for Jacoby Brissett as the replacement for Andrew Luck at quarterback.Vinatieri, the NFL's all-time leading scorer, miss...continued

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Webster @Webster - about 5 years ago

Jaguars' Ramsey: My trade request still stands

7:51 PM ETJACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- It doesn't look like the Jacksonville Jaguars are going to be able to repair the relationship with cornerback Jalen Ramsey, who reiterated on Thursday that he still wants out of Jacksonville.In the latest episode of Uninterrupted's "17 Week...continued

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Myles @Myles - over 2 years ago

Sources: Star WRs seek deals, to skip workouts

7:38 AM ETIn an offseason that has seen record-breaking contracts for wide receivers, three of the NFL's top young players at the position are looking for new deals of their own.Sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter that 49ers star Deebo Samuel, Titans wideout A.J. Brown and ...continued

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Roger @Roger - almost 4 years ago

Stafford: Trade request 'hardest conversation'

9:39 AM ETMatthew Stafford said his decision to request a trade from the Detroit Lions, where he had spent his entire career, was "probably the hardest conversation I've ever had in my life."Stafford spoke to two Detroit media outlets -- WDIV and the Detroit Free Press --...continued

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Alexie @Alexie - almost 4 years ago

Rams star Donald hampered, emotional in loss

10:23 PM ETLindsey ThiryESPN Close Covered Rams for two years for Los Angeles Times Previously covered the Falcons Has covered the NBA and college football and basketballLos Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald stood on the sideline at Lambeau Field and was unable ...continued

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Nelson @Nelson - almost 2 years ago

Bills' Miller eyes return vs. Jets, says OBJ visit Fri.

8:08 PM ETAlaina GetzenbergESPN BUFFALO, N.Y. -- Bills pass rusher Von Miller said Tuesday night on his podcast that he did suffer some lateral meniscus damage to his knee, but that he hopes to be back before Buffalo's game against the New York Jets on Dec. 11Speaking on ...continued

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Joe @Joe - almost 3 years ago

NFL hires former AG Lynch's firm for Flores suit

5:55 PM ETAssociated Press NEW YORK -- The NFL has hired a law firm that includes former U.S. Attorney General Loretta Lynch to defend it and its teams in Brian Flores' race discrimination lawsuit.Lynch, the attorney general in the latter part of the Barack Obama administ...continued

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Pablo @Pablo - about 5 years ago

Source: Redskins' Williams ends his holdout

4:22 PM ETASHBURN, Va. -- Washington Redskins Pro Bowl left tackle Trent Williams ended his holdout moments before the trade deadline, multiple sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.The Redskins had held firm to their trade demands for Williams, and sources said his value on ...continued

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Giovanni @Giovanni - about 5 years ago

Fangio: 'All levels' of Broncos' offense the problem

1:48 AM ETDENVER -- Just minutes after a crushing 30-6 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, Denver Broncos coach Vic Fangio looked at what his team's offense had done in the previous 60 football minutes and narrowed down the issues to one rather significant area.Everything."It...continued

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Colin @Colin - almost 2 years ago

Dolphins' Tagovailoa back in concussion protocol

5:17 PM ETMarcel Louis-JacquesESPN MIAMI -- Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has entered the NFL's concussion protocol a day after the team's loss Sunday to the Green Bay Packers, coach Mike McDaniel said.McDaniel said Tagovailoa displayed and admitted to having ...continued

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Ryleigh @Ryleigh - over 2 years ago

Longtime Cowboys RBs coach Brown dies at 52

10:36 PM ETGary Brown, who spent seven seasons as the Dallas Cowboys' running backs coach, died Sunday after being treated for cancer. He was 52."Gary Brown had a big heart partnered with a big smile and a big personality. His energy and spirit were infectious," Cowboys o...continued

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Elliott @Elliott - over 3 years ago

Packers say Love might be sidelined this week

1:17 PM ETGREEN BAY, Wis. -- Saturday's preseason opener was supposed to be just the beginning of three weeks filled with an abundance of game snaps for Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love, while Aaron Rodgers watched from the sideline.There might not be as many of ...continued

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Erik @Erik - over 3 years ago

Rush, Gilbert still vying to be Cowboys No. 2 QB

12:55 AM ETARLINGTON, Texas -- The Dallas Cowboys know Dak Prescott will be their starting quarterback when the season begins, but they might not know who their backup is after Saturday's 20-14 loss to the Houston Texans.Garrett Gilbert started his third straight preseaso...continued

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Manley @Manley - almost 3 years ago

Judge's ruling clears way for Broncos to be sold

7:54 PM ETENGLEWOOD, Colo. -- A Denver judge ruled Tuesday the heirs of former Broncos owner Edgar Kaiser Jr. cannot buy back any portion of the franchise as part of a right of first refusal agreement, clearing the way for a potential sale of the team.A holdings group, re...continued

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Cyril @Cyril - almost 4 years ago

Sources: Rams explore Stafford trade scenarios

5:44 PM ETDetroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford considers the Los Angeles Rams a viable contender in his trade market, sources told ESPN on Friday.While it's unclear what the Rams can do with quarterback Jared Goff's long-term deal on the books, they've inquired abou...continued

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Pablo @Pablo - over 4 years ago

J.J. Watt: Still too early to make call on playing

7:52 PM ETHOUSTON -- Texans defensive end J.J. Watt said Wednesday that it's too early for players to make a decision on whether they'll play this season given the many unknowns that remain with the coronavirus pandemic."I've been on the NFLPA calls the last couple times ...continued

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Casper @Casper - almost 4 years ago

Wentz benched for Hurts; no verdict on starter

7:33 PM ETPhiladelphia Eagles rookie Jalen Hurts replaced Carson Wentz at quarterback midway through the third quarter and nearly sparked a comeback in Sunday's 30-16 road loss to the Green Bay Packers.Hurts outperformed Wentz, finishing 5-of-12 for 109 yards with a touch...continued

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Priscilla @Priscilla - about 3 years ago

Big Ben to do 'everything he can' to play Sunday

11:13 AM ETPITTSBURGH -- Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger said Wednesday he's going to do "everything he can" to be available to play Sunday against the Cincinnati Bengals after suffering a left pectoral injury in a Week 2 loss to the Las Vegas Raiders."...continued

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Immanuel @Immanuel - over 2 years ago

Star CB Peterson says he's re-signing with Vikes

6:30 PM ETCornerback Patrick Peterson announced Wednesday on "All Things Covered," the podcast he co-hosts with Bryant McFadden, that he will be re-signing with the Minnesota Vikings on a one-year contract."I'm gonna stay put in Minnesota and run it back with the guys. Ke...continued

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Maureen @Maureen - over 2 years ago

Veteran Incognito retires again: 'No turning back'

4:56 PM ETHENDERSON, Nev. -- Richie Incognito, who said he found acceptance with the Las Vegas Raiders after a star-crossed and controversy-filled career as one of the more physical offensive linemen of his era, announced his retirement on Friday.Incognito, 39, signed wit...continued

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Alexandro @Alexandro - over 5 years ago

2019 NFL fantasy football rankings, cheat sheets, mock drafts, sleepers and analysis

7:54 AM ETESPN FantasyAnother fantasy football season is upon us, and whether you play a casual redraft league or a hard core deep dynasty format, a traditional or a modified scoring format, with your friends, your family or your co-workers, we know that no two leagues ar...continued

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Jeffrey @Jeffrey - almost 3 years ago

Sources: Saints to keep longtime OC Carmichael

10:35 PM ETMETAIRIE, La. -- The New Orleans Saints will retain longtime offensive coordinator Pete Carmichael Jr. under new head coach Dennis Allen, sources confirmed to ESPN on Wednesday.The news was first reported by NFL Network.The Saints considered external candidates...continued

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Allene @Allene - almost 4 years ago

Ravens' Bryant on COVID list, says he's negative

1:19 PM ETOWINGS MILLS, Md. -- Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Dez Bryant on Thursday was put on the reserve/COVID-19 list despite announcing earlier in the day that he again had tested negative for the coronavirus.By being put on the list, Bryant, who did not practice Thu...continued

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Rex @Rex - over 2 years ago

Sources: Metcalf's minicamp absence unexcused

4:05 PM ETBrady HendersonESPN RENTON, Wash. -- Star wide receiver DK Metcalf was not present Tuesday for the start of the Seattle Seahawks' three-day mandatory minicamp.Sources told ESPN that Metcalf's absence is unexcused, meaning he's subject to team fines that would to...continued

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