AP source: Branch gets $27 million, 3-year deal with Miami

A person familiar with the negotiations says defensive end Andre Branch has agreed to a $27 million, three-year contract to remain with the Miami Dolphins AP source: Branch gets $27 million, 3-year deal with Miami A person familiar with the negotiations says defensive end Andre Branch has agreed to a $27 million, three-year contract to remain with the Miami Dolphins Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2mFMTYo End Andre Branch agreed to a $27 million, three-year contract to remain with Miami, a person familiar with the negotiations said. The person confirmed the agreement to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because it had not been announced by the Dolphins.

Julius Thomas has meeting, physical set in Miami Tuesday

The expected trades of tight end Julius Thomas from the Jaguars to the Dolphins and offensive tackle Branden Albert from the Dolphins to the Jaguars are awaiting final details, NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported Monday evening. Thomas will be in Miami Tuesday for a physical, one of the final steps to the trade being finalized.

Reinhardt University plans vigil for ex-NFLer Quentin Moses

Reinhardt University is planning a vigil for Quentin Moses, a former NFL linebacker who was as an assistant football coach for the school when he died in a house fire over the weekend. In a news release, the northern Georgia school invited the public to attend a “Celebration of Life” service on campus Wednesday at 1 p.m. Moses, his 31-year-old friend Andria Godard and her 10-year-old daughter Jasmine Godard died in a fire Sunday morning in Monroe.

Super Bowl game crew announced

The other members of the officiating crew for the game are Dan Ferrell , Kent Payne , Jeff Seeman , Doug Rosenbaum , Dyrol Prioleau , and Todd Prukop . Cheffers, in his 17th season as an NFL game official, entered the league in 2000 as a side judge and was promoted to referee in 2008.

Is Miami an option as Johnny Manziel eyes NFL return?

According to TMZ , Manziel, who left the game of football after a string on personal issues, is “dead serious” about making an NFL comeback and has hit the gym in hopes of getting another shot in the league. Could the Miami Dolphins be a potential landing spot for the embattled quarterback? If the 24-year-old can stay sober and show he has made drastic strides in changing his personal life and his image, it is possible that a team or two could consider adding Manziel to its roster.

Is Miami an option as Johnny Manziel eyes NFL return?

According to TMZ , Manziel, who left the game of football after a string on personal issues, is “dead serious” about making an NFL comeback and has hit the gym in hopes of getting another shot in the league. Could the Miami Dolphins be a potential landing spot for the embattled quarterback? If the 24-year-old can stay sober and show he has made drastic strides in changing his personal life and his image, it is possible that a team or two could consider adding Manziel to its roster.

Bullish Steelers going heavy during win streak

Each one of them chewing up clock, yardage and whatever mettle Miami’s defensive front seven might have brought north to chilly Heinz Field with them. When the drive ended 83 yards and 5:27 later with Bell stretching across the goal line to give the Steelers a 20-3 lead, Pittsburgh’s transformation from aerial circus that produced a quick two-touchdown lead to a battering ram protecting that advantage was complete.

Broncos interview Miami defensive coordinator Vance Joseph

The Denver Broncos met Tuesday with Miami Dolphins defensive coordinator Vance Joseph, the third candidate to interview for their head coaching vacancy following Gary Kubiak’s resignation for health reasons Broncos interview Miami defensive coordinator Vance Joseph The Denver Broncos met Tuesday with Miami Dolphins defensive coordinator Vance Joseph, the third candidate to interview for their head coaching vacancy following Gary Kubiak’s resignation for health reasons Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2jsozUk Miami Dolphins’ Michael Thomas and Jelani Jenkins fail to stop Pittsburgh Steelers’ Antonio Brown on his way to score a touchdown in the first half of an AFC wild-card NFL football game in Pittsburgh on Sunday, Jan. 8. 2017.

Steelers assistant coach accused of assault hours after win

Former Pro Bowl linebacker and current Pittsburgh Steelers assistant coach Joey Porter was charged early Monday with assaulting a doorman at a bar and a police officer who intervened hours after the team’s wild card win over the Miami Dolphins. The altercation happened at about 9:30 p.m. Sunday, following the Steelers’ 30-12 home victory over the Dolphins in the opening round of the NFL playoffs.

Moving on: Hopefully next round will be better

Miami Dolphins’ Michael Thomas (31) and Jelani Jenkins (53) fail to stop Pittsburgh Steelers’ Antonio Brown on his way to score a touchdown in the first half of an AFC wild-card NFL football game in Pittsburgh on Sunday, Jan. 8. 2017. (Charles Trainor Jr/South Florida Sun-Sentinel via AP)

Roethlisberger hurts ankle late in playoff win

… Even short of that, maybe call a handoff? The Steelers head coach deserves to be asked about this. According to Yahoo Sports’ Eric Adelson, Roethlisberger was in a walking boot after the game. The Steelers head to Arrowhead Stadium to face the …

Dupree should be suspended for this cheap hit

Dupree should be suspended for this cheap hit Bud Dupree should be suspended for this disgusting cheap shot on Matt Moore Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2i7ELwI Football, at its best, is an exhilarating game. The ultimate test of mind, body and spirit.

NFL Wild Card Weekend 2017: Updated Odds, TV Schedule and Predictions

Let’s take a look at the odds and TV schedule for the weekend and offer some predictions in the form of news articles that may or may not appear in sports sections around the country over the coming days. kicked a game-winning 28-yard field goal with 1:37 remaining as the Houston Texans defeated the Oakland Raiders 16-13 on Saturday afternoon.

Brady throws for 3 scores to help Pats beat Miami, 35-14

The New England Patriots finished the regular season with a perfect road record, and are hoping their next trip is to the Super Bowl. Tom Brady threw for 276 yards and three scores Sunday to help the Patriots clinch home-field advantage throughout the AFC playoffs by beating the Miami Dolphins 35-14.

Dolphins get on board before half, trail 20-7

For a fair portion of the first quarter, it looked like the Patriots would be able to stroll into halftime content that they’d done enough to win Sunday’s game over the Dolphins. They still hold a comfortable lead, but it will take more than sleepwalking through the rest of the proceedings to ensure they take the top seed in the AFC playoffs.