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Casper @Casper - over 3 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 - over 2 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 - about 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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Casper @Casper - over 1 year ago

Vikings fire DC Donatell after early playoff exit

6:44 PM ETEAGAN, Minn. -- The Minnesota Vikings fired defensive coordinator Ed Donatell on Thursday, an unsurprising decision even after winning 13 games under first-year coach Kevin O'Connell.The team did not immediately name a replacement. In a statement, O'Connell said...continued

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Maureen @Maureen - almost 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 - almost 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 - about 2 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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Moises @Moises - almost 2 years ago

Del Rio deletes Twitter account after controversy

8:45 PM ETWashington Commanders defensive coordinator Jack Del Rio deleted his Twitter account on Saturday, one day after he was fined for comments relating to a tweet he made almost a week ago.Washington fined Del Rio $100,000 on Friday for controversial comments he made...continued

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Allene @Allene - over 3 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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Raoul @Raoul - over 4 years ago

Carroll says DLs Clowney, Reed to play vs. Vikes

5:52 PM ETBrady HendersonESPN RENTON, Wash. -- Seattle Seahawks coach Pete Carroll expects defensive end Jadeveon Clowney to play Monday night against the Minnesota Vikings despite being listed as questionable with a core-muscle injury.Clowney didn't practice Wednesday, t...continued

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Rex @Rex - almost 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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Hank @Hank - almost 2 years ago

Brady to join Fox when NFL playing career ends

9:05 AM ETESPN News Services Tom Brady will join Fox Sports as its lead NFL analyst when his playing career ends.Fox CEO Lachlan Murdoch announced the news Tuesday during a corporate investor call. The seven-time Super Bowl-winning quarterback will call games alongside le...continued

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Garnet @Garnet - over 4 years ago

Brees: 'Bigger fish to fry' after N.O. 1st to clinch

11:41 PM ETATLANTA -- One down, 11 to go.The New Orleans Saints became the first NFL team to clinch a playoff spot, winning the NFC South on Thanksgiving night and serving up some revenge on the rival Atlanta Falcons for good measure.The Saints (10-2) sacked Matt Ryan nin...continued

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Abbie @Abbie - over 2 years ago

FBI joins investigation into Watson allegations

12:36 PM ETHOUSTON -- The allegations of sexual assault and inappropriate behavior against Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson are being investigated by the FBI, Watson's lawyer, Rusty Hardin, said Wednesday.Hardin also said that Watson spoke to the FBI about allegations of...continued

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Jimmy @Jimmy - over 2 years ago

NFL fines McKenzie, Beasley for COVID violations

10:03 AM ETMarcel Louis-JacquesESPN BUFFALO, N.Y. -- Buffalo Bills wide receivers Isaiah McKenzie and Cole Beasley on Thursday disclosed they were fined for violating the NFL's COVID-19 protocol.McKenzie tweeted out a picture of the letter he was sent by the NFL detailing...continued

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George @George - over 3 years ago

NFL's positive weekend tests come back negative

8:14 AM ETThe NFL has cleared all individuals who tested positive over the weekend for the coronavirus, following what its testing partner called an "isolated contamination during test preparation." All of the original test results have been classified as false positives....continued

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Hank @Hank - over 3 years ago

Giants QB Jones uncertain to play vs. Browns

2:46 PM ETEAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones is listed as questionable for Sunday night's matchup against the Cleveland Browns with ankle and hamstring injuries.A source told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler on Saturday that the Giants are "trending" to...continued

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Torey @Torey - over 4 years ago

OBJ, Landry told by NFL to change cleats or sit

6:54 PM ETDENVER -- The NFL told Cleveland Browns wide receivers Odell Beckham Jr. and Jarvis Landry to change their cleats at halftime of Sunday's loss to the Denver Broncos or they wouldn't be allowed to play the second half.According to the NFL rulebook, "a player may ...continued

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Pablo @Pablo - over 1 year ago

Emotional Sirianni cites Reich firing after win

7:19 PM ETINDIANAPOLIS -- With time running down in the Eagles' 17-16 win over the Colts on Sunday, Philadelphia coach Nick Sirianni ripped off his visor, stood on the visitors bench at Lucas Oil Stadium and yelled into the crowd.He worked to collect himself as he walked ...continued

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Devin @Devin - about 3 years ago

Report: Jackson may have died days before found

9:00 PM ETTAMPA, Fla. -- Former NFL receiver Vincent Jackson might have died in his Florida hotel room up to three days before being pronounced dead there, according to new information released by the Hillsborough County Medical Examiner on Thursday.Jackson, the former Ta...continued

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Jimmy @Jimmy - over 4 years ago

Saints get Brees back, but Kamara again sits out

3:21 PM ETEd WerderCloseESPN NFL InsiderCovers NFL for ESPN shows, including Sunday NFL Countdown, Monday Night Countdown, NFL Live and SportsCenter Covers the Dallas Cowboys for ESPNDallas.comDianna RussiniNew Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees will start Sunday agai...continued

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Izaiah @Izaiah - over 2 years ago

Sources: Ravens' Dobbins likely out for season

10:22 AM ETOWINGS MILLS, Md. -- Baltimore Ravens running back J.K. Dobbins is undergoing an MRI on Sunday for a left knee injury sustained Saturday night, but the expectation is the injury will end his season, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.Dobbins was carted off the f...continued

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Gregoria @Gregoria - over 4 years ago

Lynn on Rivers INTs: 'Just has to execute better'

2:15 AM ETMEXICO CITY -- Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers knows he's costing his team games because of his turnovers.However, through 11 games, Rivers hasn't found the magic elixir."It's a football game," he said. "If you could just pick and choose and never...continued

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Ericka @Ericka - over 4 years ago

Jets' Bell, Gase clear air over RB's usage in loss

5:35 PM ETFLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- Upset with his lack of involvement last Sunday, New York Jets running back Le'Veon Bell texted coach Adam Gase after the game and later vented his frustrations in a conversation with the coach.Bell shared his feelings in his Thursday media ...continued

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Izaiah @Izaiah - over 4 years ago

RT Collins, Cowboys agree to 5-year extension

8:22 AM ETFRISCO, Texas -- With contract talks focused primarily on Ezekiel Elliott and Dak Prescott, the Dallas Cowboys have agreed on a five-year extension with another key piece, right tackle La'el Collins.Cowboys owner Jerry Jones confirmed Tuesday to 105.3 The Fan in...continued

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