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Lions waive DT Daylon Mack

9 hrs ago
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) — The Detroit Lions waived defensive tackle Daylon Mack. The team announced the move Friday. The NFL's transaction...

FILE - In this Nov. 24, 2019, file photo, Washington Redskins running back Derrius Guice (29) runs the ball during an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions in Landover, Md. The Washington Football Team has released Guice after he was charged in a domestic violence incident. (AP Photo/Mark Tenally, File)
Washington releases RB Guice after domestic violence arrest

By Stephen Whyno 10 hrs ago

Saints sign linebacker Bradham, activate linebacker Ellis

10 hrs ago
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The New Orleans Saints have signed linebacker Nigel Bradham and activated linebacker Kaden Elliss from the club's Reserve/Covid-19 list,...

FILE - In this Dec. 23, 2018, file photo, New York Jets tight end Chris Herndon scores on a touchdown pass from quarterback Sam Darnold during the second half of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers in East Rutherford, N.J. Herndon was all set for a big breakout season a year ago with the Jets. A four-game suspension and a few tough injuries put those plans on hold. Now, the third-year tight end is ready to make up for lost time. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig, File)
Jets' Herndon focused on bouncing back from lost season

By Dennis Waszak Jr. 12 hrs ago

FILE - In this Nov. 24, 2019, file photo, Tennessee Titans offensive tackle Taylor Lewan (77) blocks against the Jacksonville Jaguars in the first half of an NFL football game in Nashville, Tenn. The Titans already are way ahead of where they were a year ago. That’s when they knew Lewan would sit out the first four games. Now the Titans face no suspensions with an offensive line that wants to start this season the way they finished 2019, blowing open holes for NFL rushing leader Derrick Henry.(AP Photo/Mark Zaleski, File)
Offensive linemen eager to pick up where Titans left off

By Teresa M. Walker 12 hrs ago

FILE - In this Sunday, Nov. 24, 2019 file photo, Denver Broncos free safety Justin Simmons (31) reacts against the Buffalo Bills during the second quarter of an NFL football game in Orchard Park, N.Y. Justin Simmons had an eventful offseason, finding his voice during peaceful protests of racial and social injustice from his hometown in Florida to downtown Denver. The fifth-year safety and first-time All-Pro also failed to reach agreement on a long-term contract with the Broncos, so he's playing under the franchise tag in 2020.(AP Photo/Adrian Kraus, File)
Simmons had enlightening offseason despite no new contract

By Arnie Stapleton Aug. 06, 2020 07:05 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sunday, Nov. 24, 2019 file photo, Denver Broncos free safety Justin Simmons (31) reacts against the Buffalo Bills during the second quarter of an NFL football game in Orchard Park, N.Y. Justin Simmons had an eventful offseason, finding his voice during peaceful protests of racial and social injustice from his hometown in Florida to downtown Denver. The fifth-year safety and first-time All-Pro also failed to reach agreement on a long-term contract with the Broncos, so he's playing under the franchise tag in 2020.(AP Photo/Adrian Kraus, File)
66 players opt out of NFL season due to coronavirus pandemic

By Barry Wilner Aug. 06, 2020 05:23 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019 file photo, Los Angeles Chargers defensive end Joey Bosa (97) follows a play during the first half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Jacksonville, Fla. Defensive end Joey Bosa has agreed to a six-year, $135 million contract extension with the Los Angeles Chargers, according to multiple people familiar with the decision. The people spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Tuesday, July 28, 2020 because the contract has not been finalized.(AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)
Bosa brothers reunion on hold after Joey's new deal in LA

By Josh Dubow Aug. 06, 2020 05:06 PM EDT

Jones facing new challenges in 2nd year with new O, no Eli

By Tom Canavan Aug. 06, 2020 03:36 PM EDT
Daniel Jones is facing a much different challenge in his second season with the New York Giants. The No. 6 pick overall in last year's...

Cardinals add depth with safety Brice, receiver Patton

Aug. 05, 2020 04:08 PM EDT
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — The Arizona Cardinals have added depth to their roster by signing safety Kentrell Brice and receiver Andre Patton. The...

FILE - In this Nov. 3, 2019, file photo, Philadelphia Eagles running back Jordan Howard carries the ball during an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears in Philadelphia. The Dolphins believe veteran newcomers Jordan Howard and Matt Breida represent a significant upgrade at the position, providing more punch and versatility for an offense that last year had the NFL's lowest rushing total since 2006. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke, File)
Dolphins believe Howard, Breida represent upgrade at RB

By Steven Wine Aug. 05, 2020 04:06 PM EDT

FILE - In this Feb. 2, 2020, file photo, Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Charvarius Ward (35) drops into coverage during] Super Bowl 54 against the San Francisco 49ers in Miami Gardens, Fla. The Chiefs hope to know soon whether cornerback Bashaud Breeland will be suspended to start the season, but they are confident they'll be fine either way with Ward. (AP Photo/Gregory Payan, File)
Chiefs eye Breeland suspension with confidence in young CBs

By Dave Skretta Aug. 05, 2020 03:49 PM EDT

Coach Danny Chavez aids 14-year-old Estevan Rodriguez during boxing practice Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2020, at West Texas Knockout Boxing Club in Odessa, Texas. Both are wearing masks to abide by the boxing club's health and safety rules, to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. Tuesday was the club's first day open since late March. (Eli Hartman/Odessa American via AP)
The Latest: FBS final rankings to be released on Dec. 20

By The Associated Press Aug. 05, 2020 11:02 AM EDT

Vikings-Raiders trade rescinded after PJ Hall fails physical

Aug. 04, 2020 06:03 PM EDT
LAS VEGAS (AP) — The trade that sent defensive tackle P.J. Hall from Las Vegas to Minnesota for a conditional draft pick has been negated after Hall failed a...

FILE - In this Dec. 8, 2019, file photo, Los Angeles Rams cornerback Jalen Ramsey watches during an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks in Los Angeles. Ramsey remains confident he will sign a new contract with the Rams as he heads into the final season of his rookie deal. (AP Photo/Kyusung Gong, File)
CB Jalen Ramsey confident in contract, new role with Rams

By Greg Beacham Aug. 04, 2020 05:16 PM EDT

FILE - In this Feb. 25, 2020, file photo, Cleveland Browns general manager Andrew Berry speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis. Berry said Tuesday that star receiver Odell Beckham Jr. has been fully committed to reporting to the team's facility. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
Browns pleased with "engaged" Beckham so far in camp

By Tom Withers Aug. 04, 2020 04:48 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 9, 2019, file photo, New York Giants linebacker Markus Golden reacts during an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles in Philadelphia. The Giants improved their pass rush by re-signing Golden, the team announced Tuesday, Aug.4, 2020. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke, File)
Giants re-sign leading sacker Markus Golden

Aug. 04, 2020 12:31 PM EDT

FILE - In this July 12, 2020, file photo, Miami Marlins' Jonathan Villar, left, Jesus Aguilar, center, and Jon Berti wait to bat during a baseball scrimmage at Marlins Park in Miami. Marlins CEO Derek Jeter blamed the team's coronavirus outbreak on a collective false sense of security that made players lax about social distancing and wearing masks. Infected were 21 members of the team's traveling party, including at least 18 players. None is seriously ill, Jeter said Monday, and he expects all to return this season. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky, File)
The Latest: AP Source: divisions to decide NCAA fall champs

By The Associated Press Aug. 04, 2020 12:27 PM EDT

FILE - In this May 31, 2016, file photo, Cincinnati Bengals defensive tackle Andrew Billings (75) participates in NFL football practice in Cincinnati. Billings, who signed a one-year free-agent contract with the Cleveland Browns in March after spending three seasons with the Bengals, has opted out of the 2020 season because of coronavirus concerns. (AP Photo/John Minchillo, File)
AP sources: NFL opt-out deadline set, salary cap relief OK'd

By Barry Wilner Aug. 04, 2020 11:41 AM EDT

AP Sportlight

By The Associated Press Aug. 04, 2020 10:22 AM EDT
Aug. 5 1921 — Radio station KDKA and announcer Harold Arlin provide the first broadcast of a major league game as the Pirates beat the...