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FILE - In this Jan. 19, 2020, file photo, San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch laughs before the team's NFC championship NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers in Santa Clara, Calif. Lynch was hired along with coach Kyle Shanahan to rebuild the San 49ers in 2017. Lynch was named executive of the year by the Pro Football Writers of America in his third season when he helped the Niners reach the Super Bowl and has the franchise in position to contend again this season. His ability to thrive in everything he does led Shanahan to nickname him “Captain America.” (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez, File)
Bill Walsh's message launched John Lynch to Hall of Fame

By Josh Dubow 3 hrs ago

New York Jets defensive end Carl Lawson speaks to reporters at the team's NFL football training camp facility in Florham Park, N.J., Tuesday July 27, 2021. (AP Photo/Dennis Waszak Jr.)
Becton, Lawson helping each other improve in Jets' trenches

By Dennis Waszak Jr. 3 hrs ago

AP Sportlight

By The Associated Press 4 hrs ago
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Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford throws a pass during an NFL football training camp practice in Irvine, Calif., Saturday, July 31, 2021. (AP Photo/Kelvin Kuo)
Stafford, fans creating more spirited training camp for Rams

By Dan Greenspan 15 hrs ago

Seattle Seahawks defensive end Aldon Smith talks to reporters after NFL football practice Saturday, July 31, 2021, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)
Aldon Smith on field now for Seattle, but uncertainty awaits

By Tim Booth 18 hrs ago

Linebacker Jamin Davis (52) creates space in a drill during the Washington Football Team's NFL training camp Saturday, July 31, 2021, in Richmond, Va. (AP Photo/Dean Hoffmeyer)
Davis Cup

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Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield, right, hands the ball off to running back Nick Chubb during an NFL football practice, Thursday, July 29, 2021, in Berea, Ohio. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)
AP source: Browns, RB Nick Chubb agree to 3-year extension

By Tom Withers 18 hrs ago

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) passes during drills at the team's NFL football training camp Saturday, July 31, 2021 in St. Joseph, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
Mahomes impressed by new Chiefs RB Jerick McKinnon

By Matt Derrick 18 hrs ago

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Jacob Eason throws during practice at the NFL team's football training camp in Westfield, Ind., Saturday, July 31, 2021. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Wentz's injury forces Indy into backup plan at quarterback

By Michael Marot 18 hrs ago

Miami Dolphins cornerback Xavien Howard prepares to warm up during NFL football practice, Wednesday, July 28, 2021, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)
Miami CB Howard at practice, hopes for contract resolution

By Alain Poupart 19 hrs ago

Ravens agree to 1-year deal with LB Justin Houston

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BALTIMORE (AP) — The Baltimore Ravens have agreed to terms on a one-year contract with veteran linebacker Justin Houston. The team...

Tennessee Titans wide receiver A.J. Brown (11) runs a drill during NFL football training camp Wednesday, July 28, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski)
Titans' Brown eager to form 1-2 WR punch with Julio Jones

By John Glennon 21 hrs ago

New Orleans Saints quarterback Jameis Winston (2) throws as fans watch practice from stands during NFL football training camp in Metairie, La., Saturday, July 31, 2021. (AP Photo/Derick Hingle)
Saints arms race: Winston vs Hill in bid to succeed Brees

By Brett Martel 21 hrs ago

FILE - In this Tuesday, June 8, 2021, file photo, Green Bay Packers' Amari Rodgers runs a drill during an NFL football minicamp in Green Bay, Wis. Rookie receiver Rodgers grew up admiring Randall Cobb and eventually learning from him, but he never believed having his mentor as a teammate was a realistic possibility. Yet that’s exactly what’s happened. Rodgers called the situation a dream come true on multiple occasions while chatting with reporters Saturday, July 31, 2021. (AP Photo/Morry Gash, File)
Packers' Amari Rodgers appreciates having mentor as teammate

By Steve Megargee 21 hrs ago

New York Jets safety Marcus Maye (20) during practice at the team's NFL football training facility, Saturday, July. 31, 2021, in Florham Park, N.J. (AP Photo/Rich Schultz)
Jets' Maye disappointed about contract, focused on football

By Dennis Waszak Jr. 21 hrs ago

Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Urban Meyer makes remarks to fans before an NFL football practice, Saturday, July 31, 2021, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
Jags' Lawrence gets 'plus, plus' grades, 'real stuff' next

By Mark Long 21 hrs ago

New York Giants president and CEO John Mara, left, running back Saquon Barkley center, and head coach Joe Judge gather at NFL football training camp, Wednesday, July 28, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Corey Sipkin)
Speedy WR John Ross hoping things click with the N.Y. Giants

By Tom Canavan 22 hrs ago

Las Vegas Raiders fans watch the team during an NFL football practice Saturday, July 31, 2021, in Henderson, Nev. (AP Photo/David Becker)
Raiders place emphasis on fixing dismal red zone offense

By W.g. Ramirez 22 hrs ago

New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson (2) looks on during practice at the team's NFL football training facility, Saturday, July. 31, 2021, in Florham Park, N.J. (AP Photo/Rich Schultz)
Wilson bounces back, sparkles in his 2nd Jets camp practice

By Dennis Waszak Jr. 22 hrs ago

FILE - In this Sunday, Feb. 1, 2009 file photo, Pittsburgh Steelers safety Troy Polamalu celebrates following Pittsburgh's 27-23 win over the Arizona Cardinals in the NFL Super Bowl XLIII football game in Tampa, Fla. Former Pittsburgh Steelers star Troy Polamalu has carved his own unique path to the Hall of Fame. (AP Photo/Amy Sancetta, File)
Troy being Troy: Polamalu carves singular path to Hall

By Will Graves 23 hrs ago