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FILE - In this Dec. 8, 2019, file photo, Cleveland Browns center JC Tretter walks off the field after an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals in Cleveland. NFLPA president JC Tretter warned players they have to "fight for necessary COVID-19 protections" and Malcolm Jenkins said "football is nonessential." With training camp less than a month away, some players are speaking out about concerns over playing football during a pandemic while others are ignoring medical advice and holding workouts with teammates. (AP Photo/David Richard, File)
NFL players raise concerns on playing, others ignore advice

By Rob Maaddi 11 hrs ago
Some NFL players are raising concerns about playing football amid the

In this image made from video, Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy speaks on a Zoom call Tuesday, June 23, 2020. The biggest takeaway following the NFL's two-day quarterback coaching summit aimed at improving the league's diversity, is that there's no shortage of qualified minority candidates waiting for opportunities to be head coaches and coordinators.(Rob Maaddi/Zoom via AP)
NFL's coaching summit highlights minority candidates

By Rob Maaddi Jun. 26, 2020 02:29 PM EDT
The biggest takeaway following the NFL’s two-day quarterback coaching summit is

FILE - In this Dec. 12, 2018, file photo, NFL commissioner Roger Goodell speaks during a news conference in Irving, Texas. The NFL, which has raised $44 million in donations through its Inspire Change program, announced the additional $206 million commitment Thursday, June 11, 2020, targeting what it calls “systemic racism” and supporting “the battle against the ongoing and historic injustices faced by African Americans.” (AP Photo/LM Otero, File)
NFL plans to observe Juneteenth as league holiday

By Rob Maaddi Jun. 12, 2020 04:47 PM EDT
The NFL plans to recognize Juneteenth as a league holiday.

FILE - In this Dec. 22, 2018, file photo, Washington Redskins running back Adrian Peterson (26) stands for the national anthem before an NFL football game against the Tennessee Titans in Nashville, Tenn. NFL players who want to kneel during the national anthem to protest police brutality and racism have far more support than Colin Kaepernick did four years ago. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski, File)
Despite far more support, kneeling might not be widespread

By Rob Maaddi Jun. 11, 2020 05:14 PM EDT
NFL players who want to kneel during the national anthem to protest police

FILE - In this Thursday, Sept. 1, 2016 file photo, San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick, middle, kneels during the national anthem before the team's NFL preseason football game against the San Diego Chargers, in San Diego. When Kaepernick took a knee during the national anthem to take a stand against police brutality, racial injustice and social inequality, he was vilified by people who considered it an offense against the country, the flag and the military. Nearly four years later, it seems more people are starting to side with Kaepernick’s peaceful protest and now are calling out those who don’t understand the intent behind his action. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson, File)
Colin Kaepernick has more support now, still long way to go

By Rob Maaddi Jun. 05, 2020 05:12 PM EDT
When Colin Kaepernick took a knee during the national anthem to take a stand

NFL QBs holding passing sessions minus bonding activities

By Rob Maaddi May. 22, 2020 02:35 PM EDT
Some NFL quarterbacks are still finding ways to hold throwing sessions with

FILE - In this Dec. 15, 2019 file photo Los Angeles Rams punter Johnny Hekker kicks an onside kick during an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys in Arlington, Texas. The NFL is considering adding a “booth umpire” and a senior technology advisor to the referee to assist the officiating crew. The league also is looking at other rules changes, including an alternative to the onside kick. NFL clubs received a list of potential rules changes on Thursday, May 21, 2020. (AP Photo/Roger Steinman, file)
NFL looks at adding "booth umpire" and tech adviser for refs

By Rob Maaddi May. 21, 2020 01:04 PM EDT
The NFL is considering adding a “booth umpire” and a senior technology adviser

FILE - In this Jan. 5, 2020, file photo, Seattle Seahawks' D.K. Metcalf catches a touchdown pass during the second half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Philadelphia Eagles in Philadelphia. Metcalf says the best advice he received as a rookie was to sit and observe. Metcalf shared some of his experiences from last year with 547 rookies on the NFL's rookie webinar held virtually after the draft. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez, File)
Big question at NFL rookie webinar: locker room assimilation

By Rob Maaddi May. 09, 2020 11:23 AM EDT
D.K. Metcalf says the best advice he received as a rookie was to sit down last

FILE - In this Dec. 29, 2019, file photo, San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) readies to push off of Seattle Seahawks' Ugo Amadi on a carry during the first half of an NFL football game in Seattle. Kittle, a fifth-round pick in 2017, has one year remaining on his rookie deal. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear, File)
Tight end contracts could be next to see significant rise

By Rob Maaddi May. 05, 2020 07:37 PM EDT
Several tight ends in the NFL are centerpieces of the offense.

Seattle Seahawks' Jadeveon Clowney (90) hits Philadelphia Eagles' Carson Wentz (11) during the first half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game, Sunday, Jan. 5, 2020, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
Carson Wentz embracing Eagles' decision to draft Jalen Hurts

By Rob Maaddi May. 04, 2020 08:27 PM EDT
The Philadelphia Eagles’ decision to draft Jalen Hurts in the second round has

FILE - In this May 22, 2019, file photo, Troy Vincent, NFL executive vice president, speaks to the media during the owners meetings in Key Biscayne, Fla. The NFL is planning to play a full season though it’s uncertain what that will look like. "The schedule will come out as normal, but we’re doing reasonable and responsible planning as we always do, inside of game operations,” league executive Troy Vincent told The Associated Press on Thursday, April 30, 2020. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson, File)
NFL plans full season; being "deliberate, reasonable"

By Rob Maaddi Apr. 30, 2020 10:03 PM EDT
The NFL is planning to play a full season though it’s uncertain what that will

FILE - In this Aug. 15, 2019, file photo, Philadelphia Eagles head coach Doug Pederson watches from the sideline during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Jacksonville, Fla. Pederson enters his fifth season with a Super Bowl victory, two NFC East crowns and three straight playoff appearances on his resume. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)
NFC East has a new look but success may be slow to achieve

By Rob Maaddi Apr. 30, 2020 02:51 PM EDT
The NFL’s worst division has plenty of new kids — and coaches — on the block.

FILE - In this Oct. 15, 2018, file photo, San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Marquise Goodwin (11) celebrates after a catch for a first down during the second half of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers in Green Bay, Wis. The Philadelphia Eagles have acquired wide Goodwin from the San Francisco 49ers. The teams flipped sixth-round picks with Philadelphia getting No. 210 and San Francisco receiving No. 190 on Saturday, April 25, 2020.(AP Photo/Matt Ludtke, File)
Eagles acquire wide receiver Marquise Goodwin from 49ers

By Rob Maaddi Apr. 25, 2020 03:41 PM EDT
The Philadelphia Eagles have acquired wide receiver Marquise Goodwin from the

FILE - In this Dec. 28, 2019, file photo, LSU linebacker K'Lavon Chaisson (18) sacks Oklahoma quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) during the first half of the Peach Bowl NCAA semifinal college football playoff game in Atlanta. Chaisson was chosen by the Jacksonville Jaguars in the first round of the NFL draft Thursday, April 23, 2020. (AP Photo/John Amis, File)
Eagles pull off a stunner, draft Jalen Hurts in second round

By Rob Maaddi Apr. 24, 2020 10:29 PM EDT
After giving Carson Wentz a playmaker, the Philadelphia Eagles drafted his

FILE - In this Oct. 20, 2018, file photo, TCU wide receiver Jalen Reagor (1) catches a pass in the end zone for a touchdown as Oklahoma cornerback Parnell Motley (11) defends during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Fort Worth, Texas. Reagor was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles in the first round of the NFL draft. (AP Photo/Brandon Wade, File)
Eagles draft TCU receiver Jalen Reagor with 21st pick

By Rob Maaddi Apr. 23, 2020 11:06 PM EDT
Jalen Reagor’s speed, versatility and athleticism stood out for the

FILE - In this Feb. 13, 2020, file photo, agent Leigh Steinberg poses for a picture at his office in Newport Beach, Calif. Steinberg and his agency represent 12 NFL draft-eligible players, including a pair of first-round prospects: Alabama's Tua Tagovailoa and Jerry Jeudy. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson, File)
Agents, players pleased NFL draft wasn't delayed

By Rob Maaddi Apr. 22, 2020 05:16 PM EDT
The NFL draft won’t stop for anything. While some teams

FILE - In this Aug. 4, 2018, file photo, former NFL safety Brian Dawkins delivers his induction speech at the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio. Dawkins was the heart and soul on defense during the team’s impressive run of success in the 2000s.(AP Photo/Ron Schwane, File)
Hall of Famers Bednarik, Dawkins among Eagles' best picks

By Rob Maaddi Apr. 21, 2020 03:25 PM EDT
BEST FIRST-ROUND DRAFT PICK: C/LB Chuck Bednarik. Concrete Charlie was the No.

FILE - In this Feb. 25, 2020, file photo, Philadelphia Eagles general manager and executive vice president Howie Roseman speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis. The Eagles have eight picks after trading a pair to Detroit to get three-time Pro Bowl cornerback Darius Slay. They have the 21st overall pick, one in the second round (No. 53), one in the third (No. 103) and three more in the fourth. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall, File)
Need for receiver is obvious but Eagles keep options open

By Rob Maaddi Apr. 16, 2020 03:23 PM EDT
The need for a wide receiver is obvious and the talent level at the position in

30 NFL draft hopefuls showed off skills at a virtual pro day

By Rob Maaddi Apr. 15, 2020 02:09 AM EDT
Hours before New Jersey closed all gyms indefinitely last month because of the

FILE - In this Feb. 4, 2016, file photo, workers hang an NFL shield on the main stage before a news conference in San Francisco. The NFL and its players union have agreed to conduct “virtual” offseason workout programs until every team is permitted to open its facilities. Teams can hold classroom instruction, workouts and non-football educational programs using online platforms, according to a memo sent to the teams that was obtained by The Associated Press. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip, File)
NFL, union approve virtual offseason workout program

By Rob Maaddi Apr. 13, 2020 06:09 PM EDT
The NFL and its players union have agreed to conduct “virtual” offseason