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NFL sees a surge in blocked kicks, impacting games significantly
Kickers and punters have never been more dangerous in the NFL, with long field goals becoming routine and booming punts launched with regularity. None of...
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NFL eyes Asia as next destination as it bolsters ties with Dublin
DUBLIN (AP) — The NFL wants to expand its slate of international games to Asia, Commissioner Roger Goodell said Saturday without specifying any countries. Goodell’s comment at...
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Steelers’ Aaron Rodgers discusses new helmet, offseason Vikings rumors ahead of Dublin game
Aaron Rodgers began his 21st season by begrudgingly giving up his now-outdated helmet for one that complies with NFL regulations. Three weeks into playing with the new...
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Dublin braces for influx of Americans as Steelers-Vikings play Ireland’s 1st regular-season NFL game
Ireland has sent quite a few of its people to America over the years. The U.S. will be returning the favor this week. The Steelers-Vikings...
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Commanders coach Dan Quinn bloodied in sideline collision with Marcus Mariota
By Howard Fendrich LANDOVER, Md. (AP) — A clear bandage covered the cut on the bridge of Washington Commanders coach Dan Quinn’s nose, and blood stained his...
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Two blocked field goals returned for TDs contribute to a wild early slate of NFL games
By Rob Maaddi NFL fans saw two game-changing blocked field goals that were returned for touchdowns minutes apart on Sunday. First, Philadelphia’s Jordan Davis blocked...
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Teen charged in shooting of 49ers WR Ricky Pearsall will not be tried as adult
The teen charged with shooting San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall during an attempted robbery last year will be tried as a juvenile, a judge ruled Friday. The...
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Sean McVay says he tore his plantar fascia during Rams’ victory over Titans
LOS ANGELES — Sean McVay says he tore his plantar fascia while coaching the Los Angeles Rams to victory over the Tennessee Titans last Sunday....
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Tom Brady to play in Saudi flag football tournament alongside current and former NFL stars
By Mark Anderson LAS VEGAS (AP) — Tom Brady plans to play alongside current and former NFL stars in a three-team flag football tournament in...
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FanDuel agrees to pay Jaguars roughly $5M to offset losses from ex-employee’s theft, AP source says
By Mark Long JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — FanDuel has agreed to pay the Jacksonville Jaguars roughly $5 million to help offset the nearly $20 million...
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NFL averaged 22.3 million viewers per game for opening week, its highest on record
By JOE REEDY The NFL averaged 22.3 million viewers per game during the league’s opening week, making it the most-watched Week 1 on record for the second...
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Ravens QB Lamar Jackson apologizes to fan he exchanged shoves with during Sunday’s game
Lamar Jackson apologized to the fan he exchanged shoves with during Baltimore’s loss at Buffalo last weekend. Several Ravens were celebrating behind the corner of the end...
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NFL’s kickoff rule change leads to highest return rate since 2010
A small tweak to the kickoff rule led to a big increase in kickoff returns in the first week of the 2025 season. Teams returned 75.6% of...
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Joe Flacco to start for Browns at age 40, joining unique group of NFL QBs
By Joe Reedy Joe Flacco is already part of an esteemed group as a Super Bowl-winning quarterback. On Sunday, he will join another club when...
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Ravens make Kyle Hamilton the NFL’s highest-paid safety with a 4-year, $100.4 million extension
By Noah Trister Add Kyle Hamilton to the list of Baltimore Ravens players to receive a big new contract this offseason. The Ravens agreed to...
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Pop-Tarts and diamond rings: Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift’s engagement rips through Chiefs practice
By Dave Skretta KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Moments before the news raced across social media that Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift had become engaged, Chiefs coach...
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Desmond Watson, the heaviest player in NFL history, will be released by Tampa Bay, AP source says
By Rob Maaddi TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The heaviest player in NFL history may not get a chance to play in the league. Desmond Watson will be...
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No coaches allowed: Aaron Glenn had his players lead a recent Jets walkthrough practice
By Dennis Waszak Jr. FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — Aaron Glenn was unhappy with the New York Jets’ performance in their preseason loss to the Giants last...
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NFL stars under pressure: Which players have the most to prove this season?
The pressure is on several big-name NFL players as they enter a season that will go a long way toward determining their playing futures —...
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Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh refuses to comment after NCAA levies heavy penalties on Michigan
Jim Harbaugh is refusing to comment on the NCAA’s decision to fine the University of Michigan tens of millions of dollars and to suspend head...
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Raiders star Crosby calls Chiefs’ Mahomes the ultimate competitor, a big reason for his success
By Dave Skretta ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (AP) — Maxx Crosby kept running into star athletes over the summer, from NBA great Kevin Garnett to former...
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Patriots unveil Tom Brady statue before preseason opener
Tom Brady’s statue weighs six tons and rises 17 feet off the ground, from the bottom of the six-sided base — one for each of...
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NFL players can still use smelling salts as long as not provided by teams
NFL players will be allowed to use “smelling salts” during games after all. The NFLPA sent a memo to players on Wednesday saying that the ban...
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NFL bans smelling salts, saying product can mask concussion symptoms
The NFL is banning the use of “smelling salts” during games, saying the products aren’t proven to be safe and also could mask signs of...
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Ricky Pearsall discusses journey from suffering gunshot wound to becoming key WR for 49ers
By Josh Dubow Ricky Pearsall‘s rookie season for the San Francisco 49ers never really got off the ground. Nagging injuries kept him out of almost...
