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Marie @Marie - about 2 years ago

Fins' McDaniel: 'Extremely proud' to be biracial

4:31 PM ETMarcel Louis-JacquesESPN MIAMI -- Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel, clarifying comments this week in which he said he identified "as a human being," affirmed that his racial background is not something he simply identifies as -- it's what he is."First and foremost, ...continued

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Joe @Joe - over 2 years ago

Baker on Browns fans booing: 'Don't really care'

2:03 PM ETBEREA, Ohio -- Cleveland Browns fans booed Baker Mayfield multiple times in the second half of Sunday's 13-10 victory over the winless Detroit Lions.Mayfield's reaction to it?"Those are probably the same fans that won't be quiet while we're on offense and trying...continued

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Hannah @Hannah - over 3 years ago

Falcons sign ex-Bengals 1st-rounder Dennard

9:00 AM ETThe Atlanta Falcons added to their secondary Monday by signing former Cincinnati Bengals starter and 2014 first-round draft pick Darqueze Dennard.Dennard signed a one-year deal with the Falcons, a source said.In March, Dennard had agreed to a three-year, $13.5 m...continued

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Giovanni @Giovanni - over 3 years ago

Sources: Watson irked by Texans' hiring process

7:19 PM ETBy hiring former New England Patriots executive Nick Caserio to solve a large set of problems within the organization, the Houston Texans have created additional ones with star quarterback Deshaun Watson.Watson offered input on potential general manager candidat...continued

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Abbie @Abbie - over 3 years ago

Seahawks monitoring AB, open to Gordon return

7:19 PM ETBrady HendersonESPN Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll acknowledged that the team has interest in Antonio Brown, saying general manager John Schneider has been monitoring the All-Pro wide receiver's "complex" situation.Carroll went a step further when aske...continued

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Rose @Rose - over 3 years ago

Eagles hiring Sirianni as head coach, VP says

2:07 PM ETPHILADELPHIA -- The Eagles are hiring Indianapolis Colts offensive coordinator Nick Sirianni as their next head coach, executive vice president Howie Roseman told ESPN's Sal Paolantonio on Thursday.Sirianni, 39, had an extensive interview for the head-coaching j...continued

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Alexie @Alexie - over 1 year ago

Buzbee, Solis criticize initial Watson punishment

4:29 PM ETDJ Bien-AimeESPN HOUSTON -- Attorney Tony Buzbee and Ashley Solis criticized the NFL on Thursday for the initial ruling on Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson's discipline for violating the league's personal conduct policy after accusations of sexual mis...continued

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Cyril @Cyril - over 1 year ago

Titans fire GM Robinson after lopsided Eagles loss

12:26 PM ETTurron DavenportESPN Close Covered Eagles for USA Today Covered the Ravens for Baltimore Times Played college football at Cheyney UniversityNASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Titans announced Tuesday that general manager Jon Robinson has been relieved of his duties.Robin...continued

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Minnie @Minnie - over 3 years ago

Ravens' logo stomps about 'unity' not disrespect

6:38 PM ETThe Baltimore Ravens insist their celebration on the Tennessee Titans' logo after Marcus Peters' game-sealing interception wasn't planned.In the final two minutes of the Ravens' 20-13 wild-card victory Sunday, 15 Ravens defenders followed Peters and stormed midf...continued

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Felicita @Felicita - over 4 years ago

Gruden defends AB; calls helmet 'personal' issue

12:49 AM ETOAKLAND -- Oakland Raiders coach Jon Gruden said he hopes to see Antonio Brown return to training camp soon and defended the enigmatic receiver, who is dealing with frostbitten feet suffered in a cryotherapy mishap last month in France and a grievance against t...continued

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Kari @Kari - over 1 year ago

Chicago mayor proposes dome for Soldier Field

4:23 PM ETLAKE FOREST, Ill. -- Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot revealed three proposals on Monday for renovations to Soldier Field to entice the Bears to remain at their home stadium of the past 50 years.At the center of the proposal is the construction of a domed stadium, w...continued

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Nestor @Nestor - over 3 years ago

Eagles intend to keep QB Wentz, sources say

6:55 AM ETPhiladelphia Eagles rookie quarterback Jalen Hurts will make his first NFL start Sunday, but team sources told ESPN that the Eagles still have every intention to keep Carson Wentz and have him be a major part of their team.Despite his struggles throughout this s...continued

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Elaina @Elaina - over 1 year ago

Jets LT Brown (shoulder) out, could head to IR

11:21 AM ETFLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- Stung by injuries in the preseason, the New York Jets will be without left tackle Duane Brown for their opener Sunday against the Baltimore Ravens at MetLife Stadium.Brown, 37, who signed a two-year, $20 million contract Aug. 15 to replace...continued

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Alexandro @Alexandro - over 1 year ago

Source: Pats' Jones likely has high ankle sprain

4:27 PM ETFOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones is believed to have suffered a high ankle sprain Sunday during the closing stages of the team's 37-26 loss to the Baltimore Ravens, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.The second-year quarterback wil...continued

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Rowan @Rowan - over 2 years ago

Jets bring back QB Flacco in trade with Eagles

6:26 PM ETFLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- With Zach Wilson sidelined at least two games with a sprained knee, the New York Jets secured quarterback insurance on Monday. They reacquired Joe Flacco in a trade with the Philadelphia Eagles, both teams announced Monday. It cost the Jets...continued

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Teagan @Teagan - over 4 years ago

Joe Namath and his fur coat the scene-stealer in 'Peyton's Places'

7:05 AM ETIn the debut of "Peyton's Places," Peyton Manning captures the essence of Joe Namath, then and now.His bravado. His cool. His coat.Ah, yes, the fur coat. It's a scene-stealer, the highlight of the conversation between the two famous quarterbacks.To celebrate 100...continued

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Maida @Maida - almost 2 years ago

Browns' Watson facing lawsuit from 23rd woman

6:23 PM ETAnother woman has filed a lawsuit against Deshaun Watson, joining 22 others who accused the Cleveland Browns quarterback in civil cases filed in 2021 of inappropriate sexual conduct during massage sessions.In the 23rd civil case filed Tuesday in Texas against Wa...continued

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Hulda @Hulda - about 3 years ago

Sources: Fins to waive RT Wilson days after trade

11:20 AM ETDAVIE, Fla. -- The Miami Dolphins are planning to waive 2020 first-round offensive tackle Isaiah Wilson just days after acquiring him in a trade with the Tennessee Titans, sources told ESPN.Wilson was hours late for his physical and team onboarding process, ski...continued

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Nestor @Nestor - over 1 year ago

49ers' LT Williams questionable vs. Dolphins

5:49 PM ETSANTA CLARA, Calif. -- In the early minutes of the San Francisco 49ers' Friday practice, there was plenty for them to be optimistic about on the injury front.Running back Christian McCaffrey (knee) and defensive lineman Arik Armstead (foot, ankle) were again par...continued

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Immanuel @Immanuel - about 1 year ago

Rodgers to decide future during darkness retreat

3:42 PM ETAaron Rodgers hopes the darkness will help him see the light about his future.The Green Bay Packers' quarterback said Tuesday on "The Pat McAfee Show" that he will embark on a four-day/four-night "darkness retreat" soon after the Super Bowl on Sunday."I've got a...continued

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Cyril @Cyril - over 2 years ago

Lawrence sparks Jags' offense in brilliant showing

5:57 PM ETInjuries to four of the Jacksonville Jaguars' five starting offensive linemen nearly convinced coach Urban Meyer to not play quarterback Trevor Lawrence in the preseason finale against Dallas on Sunday, but the need for Lawrence and the first-team offense to get...continued

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Casper @Casper - almost 2 years ago

Jets QB Wilson bulks up, feels 'better' bigger

6:32 PM ETThe New York Jets expect to see a bigger and better Zach Wilson in 2022. He already has checked the "bigger" box.After finishing last season at 208 pounds, the second-year quarterback reported to OTA practices this week at 221 pounds -- a designed weight gain th...continued

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Cameron @Cameron - over 4 years ago

Boyd says Bengals 'got embarrassed' by Steelers

1:35 AM ETPITTSBURGH -- Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tyler Boyd didn't step around the obvious after a 27-3 blowout loss to the rival Pittsburgh Steelers on Monday night."We got embarrassed," Boyd said. "Straight like that. It sucks."What Boyd can tolerate, he said, i...continued

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Elliott @Elliott - almost 3 years ago

LaFleur wants Rodgers back 'in the worst way'

3:08 PM ETGREEN BAY, Wis. -- Nothing has changed in Aaron Rodgers' standoff with the Packers, and nothing has changed in the way the team feels about its quarterback either.In fact, Matt LaFleur doubled down on his desire to continue coaching the reigning NFL MVP."I've go...continued

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Ezequiel @Ezequiel - about 4 years ago

Patriots' plane delivering 1.2M masks from China

7:06 AM ETThe New England Patriots' team plane is being used to transport 1.2 million N95 masks from Shenzhen, China, to the United States.According to The Wall Street Journal, the transfer was the result of multiple global negotiations and the Massachusetts governor, Cha...continued

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