Vikings name Kyler Murray winner of QB competition, J.J. McCarthy loses starter job
The Vikings' decision to go with offseason addition Murray over the 2024 first-round pick signals a significant shift in the team's quarterback plans.
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Panthers sign TE Darren Waller to one-year contract
The veteran tight end continues his comeback, joining a third team in as many seasons on a one-year deal with Carolina.
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Aaron Rodgers says 2026 will be his final season, 'bummed' game not in Green Bay
The Steelers quarterback says he will never play in Green Bay as a visitor since this is his last year, and hopes for an invite to be honored at Lambeau post-re
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Jayden Daniels sends cease-and-desist to LSU over No. 5 jersey given to DJ Pickett
The Commanders quarterback says he feels 'profoundly disrespected' after LSU allowed a cornerback to wear his former number, and demands LSU stop using his NIL.
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California court invalidates Rams' arbitration clause as unconscionable
A California court ruling further erodes the NFL's internal arbitration procedure, potentially affecting how player disputes are handled.
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CBS and NFL in talks that could signal another major TV rights increase
Renegotiation discussions between the league and its broadcast partner could lead to a significant jump in media rights fees.
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Tua Tagovailoa to start Falcons' preseason opener, not yet named QB1 for regular season
Coach Kevin Stefanski says Tagovailoa will start Friday but has not been named the regular-season starter, with Michael Penix still recovering from an ACL tear.
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Deshaun Watson to start Browns' preseason opener, Shedeur Sanders to start second game
Cleveland sets its preseason quarterback plan with Watson getting the first start and rookie Sanders getting a chance in the second game.
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Bears coach Ben Johnson aims for 'highest-scoring offense ever' in 2026
The first-year Bears head coach sets an audacious goal that goes beyond winning the Super Bowl, targeting the NFL's all-time scoring record.
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J.J. McCarthy says QB decision 'out of my control', believes he is still an NFL starter
The 2024 first-round pick says all the right things after losing the Vikings' starting job to Kyler Murray but maintains confidence in his own ability.
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NFL running backs market exploded; analysts debate value of paying RBs
The surge in contracts for running backs prompts questions about whether the investments will pay off on the field.
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NFL denies 'Move the Sticks' podcast was AI-generated after controversy
The league found itself defending new podcast content after suspicions arose that material posted on the established feed appeared machine-generated.
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Damien Woody out at ESPN in network's latest on-air talent cuts
The longtime ESPN analyst and Super Bowl champion is let go as part of a broader shake-up at the network.
The New York Times · +11 outlets
Jonas Brothers to perform at NFL's first regular-season game in Australia
The pop band will be part of the entertainment for the 49ers-Rams season opener in Australia, the league's first regular-season game there.
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Quarterback Baker Mayfield rejects contract offer, leaving Buccaneers in dilemma
Tampa Bay faces a difficult decision after its starting quarterback turned down a proposed extension.
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Travis Kelce says wedding to Taylor Swift 'was the best night of my life'
The Chiefs tight end reflects on his July wedding at Madison Square Garden and also says he wants to be a better leader for Kansas City in 2026.
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Bo Nix to sit out Broncos' preseason opener, will play final two games
Coach Sean Payton says the second-year quarterback will watch from the sideline Friday against the Falcons but will get snaps in the final two preseason contest
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Christian Gonzalez contract drama: Patriots cornerback shares cryptic message as deal remains unsigned
The star Patriots cornerback posted a cryptic message after missing practice, with speculation mounting about a record contract extension.
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