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Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson passes against the Los Angeles Chargers during the first half of an NFL preseason football game Saturday, Aug. 24, 2019, in Carson, Calif. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 1

By Brandon C. Williams Sep. 04, 2019 06:26 PM EDT

Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) receives attention on the sideline after an injury in the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the New England Patriots, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2019, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)
Rejuvenated Cam Newton feels 'like a rookie' entering Year 9

By Steve Reed Sep. 04, 2019 05:43 PM EDT

FILE - In this Thursday, Aug. 15, 2019, file photo, Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) scrambles for yardage against the Green Bay Packers during the first half of a NFL football preseason game, in Baltimore. Running back Mark Ingram played eight seasons with Drew Brees before signing as a free agent with Baltimore in March. He’s spent the past few months getting to know Jackson, and sees some of Brees’ qualities in the young quarterback. (AP Photo/Gail Burton, File)
Poised, confident Jackson ready for 2nd season with Ravens

By David Ginsburg Sep. 04, 2019 03:30 PM EDT

FILE - In this Aug. 8, 2019, file photo, Cleveland Browns' Baker Mayfield, left, smiles as he talks with wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. during the second half of an NFL preseason football game against the Washington Redskins in Cleveland. Mayfield isn’t concerned about the huge expectations being placed on the Browns, who went 7-8-1 during his rookie season but upgraded their roster and should compete for their first playoff spot since 2002. (AP Photo/David Richard, File)
Leading man: QB Baker Mayfield brings hope, hype to Browns

By Tom Withers Sep. 04, 2019 02:48 AM EDT

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Brandon Allen throws under pressure against the Denver Broncos during the first half of an NFL preseason football game Saturday, Aug. 24, 2019, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Broncos welcome 7 new players to the team

By Arnie Stapleton Sep. 02, 2019 08:26 PM EDT

Falcons add former Raiders fullback Smith to replace Ortiz

Sep. 02, 2019 11:47 AM EDT
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons have signed former Oakland Raiders fullback Keith Smith and have waived fullback Ricky Ortiz with an injury settlement...

FILE - In this Dec. 2, 2018, file photo, Jacksonville Jaguars middle linebacker Myles Jack (44) reacts after making a play during the first half of the team's NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts in Jacksonville, Fla. A person familiar with the situation says the Jaguars are giving Jack a four-year contract extension worth $57 million, a move that will give the team more flexibility with its franchise tag in 2020. (AP Photo/Gary McCullough, File)
Jaguars linebacker Myles Jack signs 4-year, $57M extension

Sep. 02, 2019 11:19 AM EDT

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Brandon Allen (8) breaks away from Houston Texans linebacker Jamal Davis II (49) during the first half of a preseason NFL football game Thursday, Aug. 29, 2019, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
Broncos claim Allen off waivers from Rams

By Arnie Stapleton Sep. 01, 2019 03:49 PM EDT

Denver Broncos offensive coordinator Rich Scangarello, center, directs quarterbacks Kevin Hogan (9) and Joe Flacco during an NFL football practice Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2019, at the team's headquarters in Englewood, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Broncos looking for a backup QB again

By Arnie Stapleton Aug. 31, 2019 08:20 PM EDT

Cowboys cut safety George Iloka, keep 2 RBs behind Elliott

Aug. 31, 2019 06:35 PM EDT
FRISCO, Texas (AP) — The Dallas Cowboys have released safety George Iloka, one of their most notable signings in free agency, to get their roster down to 53 players...

Denver Broncos quarterback Kevin Hogan (9) hands off against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Thursday, Aug. 29, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
McCoy among prominent cuts as NFL teams pare rosters

By Arnie Stapleton Aug. 31, 2019 06:33 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 26, 2017, file photo, Miami Dolphins wide receiver Kenny Stills (10) catches a pass in front of Baltimore Ravens cornerback Brandon Carr in the second half of an NFL football game in Baltimore. The Houston Texans continued a busy day of trades by addressing a glaring need to upgrade their offensive line by acquiring left tackle Laremy Tunsil from the Dolphins in a deal which also netted them receiver Kenny Stills, a source familiar with the deal tells The Associated Press. (AP Photo/Nick Wass, File)
Miami Dolphins at Baltimore Ravens 10/26/2017

Aug. 31, 2019 06:18 PM EDT

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Brandon Allen (8) breaks away from Houston Texans linebacker Jamal Davis II (49) during the first half of a preseason NFL football game Thursday, Aug. 29, 2019, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
Cravens, Pryor among early bird NFL cuts

By Arnie Stapleton Aug. 30, 2019 07:55 PM EDT

FILE - In this May 22, 2019, file photo, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell speaks to the media during the NFL football owners meeting in Key Biscayne, Fla. The NFL would love the main focus of 2019 to be on the celebrations of its 100th season. After an egregious missed penalty (or two) that basically kept the Saints from making the Super Bowl and helped the Rams get there instead, there was little chance attention could be diverted from the guys with the whistles and their impact on games. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson, File)
NFL 2019: Pass interference reviews main topic in season 100

By Barry Wilner Aug. 30, 2019 01:57 PM EDT

AP source: Broncos acquire Patriots cornerback Duke Dawson

By Arnie Stapleton Aug. 30, 2019 12:34 PM EDT
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — A person with knowledge of the deal tells The Associated Press the Denver Broncos have acquired cornerback Duke Dawson from the New England...

FILE - In this Sunday, Aug. 29, 2010 file photo, Denver Broncos quarterback Tim Tebow warms up before a preseason NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Denver. Joe Horrigan calls it a “many decades love affair with football.” Readers of his book, “NFL Century,” will call it masterful. New Broncos coach Vic Fangio snipped the annual summer ritual of Denver Broncos veterans giving rookies hideous haircuts. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey, File)
Steelers Broncos Aug-10

Aug. 30, 2019 12:04 PM EDT

Master NFL historian writes masterful 100-season history

By The Associated Press Aug. 30, 2019 12:00 PM EDT
Joe Horrigan calls it a "many decades love affair with football." Readers of his book, "NFL Century," will call it masterful. Horrigan,...

Denver Broncos outside linebacker Von Miller (58) gives a thumbs up tp fans prior to an NFL preseason football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Thursday, Aug. 29, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Reed, Denver's defense throttle Cardinals 20-7

By Arnie Stapleton Aug. 30, 2019 12:05 AM EDT

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kyle Sloter throws a pass during the first half of the team's NFL preseason football game against the Buffalo Bills in Orchard Park, N.Y., Thursday, Aug. 29, 2019. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus)
Bills' backups stage big rally late, beat Vikings 27-23

Aug. 29, 2019 10:40 PM EDT

Denver Broncos quarterback Brett Rypien (4) warms up prior to an NFL preseason football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Thursday, Aug. 29, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Arizona Cardinals at Denver Broncos 8/29/2019

Aug. 29, 2019 08:54 PM EDT