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Ben Tate to play in new football league, CEO says
Houston Texans running back Ben Tate breaks away for a touchdown against the New England Patriots during an NFL game on Dec. 1, 2013, in Houston. Former Auburn standout Ben Tate is one of the players who has signed on for the debut of The Spring League.
Chargers GM: Keenan Allen ‘on track’ to return from torn ACL
Hype surrounding the Los Angeles Chargers is already nearing a fever pitch. The combination of an energetic, new head coach and the defensive rookie of the year will do that for a team.
Alshon Jeffery wants to be with contender
The impending free agent receiver told ESPN’s Josina Anderson on Thursday he’s looking to sign with a contender when the market opens on March 9. “I don’t have any hard feelings towards the Bears — it’s all love,” Jeffery said. “Whatever the next chapter is, I’m ready for it.
Rivera expects Cam to fight against Panthers curtailing his runs
Speaking Thursday at the NFL Scouting Combine , Rivera reiterated that he wanted quarterback Cam Newton to run less and limit the pounding of the 6-foot-5 quarterback’s body. “One thing we don’t want to do is overexpose our quarterback as a runner,” Rivera said.
Carroll: Rawls, Prosise will compete for Seahawks’ top RB spot
That mantra helped Russell Wilson emerge from the pack as a rookie quarterback and the team plans to employ the same approach in Seattle’s backfield. Carroll on Thursday confirmed that Thomas Rawls and C.J. Prosise will engage in an open battle for Seattle’s top backfield spot.
Constructing the league’s best offensive lines
It’s the least glamorous collection of five large men you’ll find in America, but the nation’s most popular sport wouldn’t function without them. That’s right — we’re talking about the big uglies, hog mollies and fat guys — the offensive linemen.
Pete Carroll: Earl Thomas “doing very well”
The Seahawks closed out the 2016 season without the services of safety Earl Thomas as a result of a broken leg he suffered in Week 13 and it briefly looked like they would be spending even more time without Thomas in their secondary. Thomas said he was thinking about retiring in the immediate aftermath of the injury before announcing his intention to return to the team next season.
Tony Romo news: Jason Garrett friendship changed; Broncos open to anything
Tony Romo may not have a future with the Cowboys, but he could join the Broncos should he become available. The NFL Combine is all about the next batch of players, but veteran quarterback Tony Romo was the topic of discussion for two teams.
John Fox didn’t scout Jimmy Clausen before drafting him to Panthers
Now with the Bears, John Fox has learned his lesson about selecting players in the NFL Draft: It helps to do your research. Speaking with reporters Thursday, the former Carolina coach admitted that in 2010 the Panthers selected quarterback Jimmy Clausen without doing their due diligence.
Do you believe the Patriots won’t trade Jimmy Garoppolo?
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Bengals “don’t value Guards”
I keep hearing this – “Bengals don’t value Guards”. Well we valued the position enough to spend a FIRST ROUND PICK on one! And then we let him walk when he’s in his prime in the hope we get a 3rd or 4th round comp pick for him?! I may not be as clued up in the nuances of the NFL but I think that deserves a “WTF”! Some will argue that the increase in interior pass rushers, your Geno Atkins, Aaron Donald’s and other 3 technique pass rushers, the importance of having a complimentary run game, make the Guard position crucial.
Kap hires new agents on way to free agency
… else is in, which makes it easy for us.” Kaepernick’s new agents, Jeff Nalley and Sean Kiernan of Select Sports Group, informed all 32 teams that Kaepernick will become a free agent for the first time in his six-year career, NFL Network first …
Washington General Manager missing Combine for “family matters”
Washington General Manager Scot McCloughan is not at the NFL Scouting Combine, and a team spokesman told the Washington Post that McCloughan is ” taking care of some family matters .” McCloughan told the Washington Post Wednesday evening that he’s not in Indianapolis due to a death in the family .
Aaron Hernandez’s lawyers point finger at prosecution’s key witness in murder case
Former New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez already has one murder conviction on his resume. A trial that could pin two more murders on Hernandez officially got underway on Wednesday.
Poe, Poe Chiefs: cash-strapped KC declines option on DT Poe
The Chiefs declined to use the franchise tag on defensive tackle Dontari Poe on Wednesday, which means the two-time Pro Bowl selection could A driver accused of hitting a highway worker has pleaded not guilty to motor vehicle homicide in the woman’s death.
Cowboys have decisions to make in their defensive backfield
Two of the three cornerbacks the Cowboys began the season listing as starters become free agents next week as are two safeties who have been starters. Brandon Carr, Morris Claiborne, Barry Church and J.J. Wilcox have combined for 339 games and 288 starts for the Cowboys.
John Fox Drafted Jimmy Clausen Without Watching Him
The Carolina Panthers drafted Jimmy Clausen No. 48 overall in the second round of the 2010 NFL Draft.
Ex-Patriots cornerback headed to prison for Ponzi scheme
Former NFL cornerback Will Allen and his business partner have been sentenced to prison for running a Ponzi scheme that took in more than $35 million. A federal judge in Boston on Wednesday sentenced Allen , of Davie, Florida, and Susan Daub, of Coral Spring, Florida, each to six years in prison and three years of supervised release.
Defense: Killer of 2 is star witness, not Aaron Hernandez
Opening stat… The Texas Supreme Court is hearing arguments in a case that conservatives hope will provide an opening to challenge the landmark 2015 ruling legalizing gay marriage nationwide. The Texas Supreme Court is hearing arguments in a case that conservatives hope will provide an opening to challenge the landmark 2015 ruling legalizing gay marriage nationwide.
Broncos to interview Christian McCaffrey, Vance Joseph praises Todd Davis, more
… beginning of the regular season. Broncos writer for The Denver Post. She was previously the digital news editor for sports. Before arriving at The Post in 2014, she spent a year and a half as a senior staff editor at The New York Times. Cameron …
State Patrol Seeks Help Locating Semi Driver In Fatal Pedestrian Incident
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Defence: Killer of 2 is star witness, not Aaron Hernandez-Image2
The real killer of two men in a hail of gunfire at a stoplight was not former NFL star Aaron Hernandez but rather the government’s star witness in his double murder trial, his attorney charged Wednesday in opening statements, revealing the defence strategy for the first time. Jose Baez, who is known for winning an acquittal for Florida mom Casey Anthony, said prosecutors want to convict his client so badly that they made “a deal with the devil.”
New England Patriots not expected to trade Jimmy Garoppolo, per report
New England Patriots quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo signals to teammates during the second half of a preseason NFL football game against the Chicago Bears Thursday, Aug. 18, 2016, in Foxborough, Mass. The New England Patriots are not expected to trade quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo, according to a Wednesday report from ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
Rosie O’Donnell leads…
Rosie O’Donnell, one of Donald Trump’s most outspoken rivals, accused the president of being a lying, power-hungry misogynist during a protest near the White House Tuesday ahead of his joint address to Congress. “This is not Russia,” said O’Donnell.
Chicago Bears Pre-Combine 7-Round Mock Draft
Taking a bad-news-first approach, this is a negative simply because it means the franchise has suffered for years to get to the point where it holds a top-three pick and needs immediate help at many different positions. It also means this could blow up in the face of general manager Ryan Pace in a hurry.
Ron Cook: Hard to understand Antonio Brown deal
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Buffalo Bills: Fred Jackson Eagerly Looking For Roster Spot
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New York Jets cornerback Darrelle Revis (24) during
… rterback Andy Dalton (not pictured) in the first half at Paul Brown Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports ORG XMIT: USATSI-268528 ORIG FILE ID: 20161120_ggw_db4_122.JPG
RB Adrian Peterson a free agent after 10 years with Vikings
In this Sept. 18, 2016, file photo, Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson carries the ball during the first half of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers in Minneapolis.
Adrian Peterson to the Green Bay Packers really?
… play in the second quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. The Vikings win 17-14. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-USA TODAY Sports It appears that the Minnesota Vikings have had their fill of the purple pounder and are poised to release the NFL superstar. …
Adrian Peterson’s option declined, becomes unrestricted free agent
For a decade, Adrian Peterson has reigned as the premier running back in the NFC North. That run has appeared to come to an end.
Adrian Peterson a free agent after 10 years with Vikings
Adrian Peterson, Minnesota’s all-time leading rusher, will be an unrestricted free agent when the market opens next week. As expected, the Vikings declined to exercise their option for next season on Peterson’s contract.
Goodbye to one of the Greatest Chiefs
When I was little, I decided to have the Chiefs be my favorite team because I saw a younger Tony G catch a touchdown pass. I did not follow the Chiefs as closely until I got Madden for my birthday.
Washington Redskins Place Exclusive Franchise Tag on Kirk Cousins
Cousins was tagged last season as well, making him the first NFL player to be tagged two years in a row. “I want to be where I’m wanted and if they tag mean that tells you that you’re wanted,” Cousins said to ESPN 980.
2017 Falcons and 2016 Panthers: The Lazy Narrative
The 2017 Atlanta Falcons will not be the same as the 2016 Carolina Panthers, no matter how hard people try to push the narrative. The 2015 Carolina Panthers and the 2016 Atlanta Falcons are both NFC South teams that made it to the Super Bowl and were led by the league MVP at quarterback.
Atlanta Falcons will form a dynasty after heart-breaking Super Bowl LI ;oss
Feb 5, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; Atlanta Falcons running back Tevin Coleman celebrates with wide receiver Justin Hardy and quarterback Matt Ryan after scoring in the 3rd quarter as New England Patriots outside linebacker is in the background during Super Bowl LI at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports After such an excruciating Super Bowl loss, the Atlanta Falcons have no choice but to try to pick up the pieces.
Trump responds to father of…
President Trump responded to the father calling for an investigation of his Navy SEAL son’s death in a Yemen military raid, expressing sympathy for the service member’s family but defending the mission as one “that started before I got here.” “This was something that they were looking at for a long time doing,” the president said in an interview with Fox & Friends that aired Tuesday morning.
2017 NFL Draft: Could Los Angeles Rams Land Gareon Conley in Second Round?
With the 37th overall pick in the second round of the 2017 NFL Draft, don’t be surprised if the Los Angeles Rams consider cornerback Gareon Conley. After finishing 4-12 in 2016, the Los Angeles Rams have plenty of areas to focus on in the upcoming 2017 NFL Draft, especially when it comes to addressing the holes with the offensive line and at wide receiver.
J.C. Tretter: Green Bay Packers lineman’s versatility valued
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