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Dallas Cowboys tight end Jake Ferguson (87) leaps over New York Giants cornerback Jason Pinnock (27) during the second half of an NFL football game Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)
Sports on TV joins turkey, parade as holiday traditions

By David Bauder Nov. 30, 2022 04:43 PM EST

FILE - NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell interacts with fans during the 2022 NFL Draft in Las Vegas, Saturday, April 30, 2022. Las Vegas oddsmakers had argued for years that sports betting is easier to monitor where it's legal and regulated. (AP Photo/Doug Benc, File)
Vegas oddsmakers, officials say NFL finally hears message

By Mark Anderson Nov. 22, 2022 03:47 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Parris Campbell (1) runs in for a touchdown against the Indianapolis Colts in the second half of an NFL football game in Las Vegas, Fla., Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022. The Colts defeated the Raider 25-20. (AP Photo/David Becker)
Matt Ryan, interim coach Saturday rally Colts past Raiders

By Mark Anderson Nov. 13, 2022 07:21 PM EST

San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey waves to fans as he walks off the field after the 49ers defeated the Los Angeles Rams 31-14 in an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 30, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
49ers look to show off new offense vs. Chargers

By Josh Dubow Nov. 10, 2022 07:43 PM EST

FILE - Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley (18) runs the ball as Washington Football Team cornerback Kendall Fuller (29) defends during the first half of an NFL football game on Oct. 3, 2021, in Atlanta. Ridley is getting a fresh start in Jacksonville, although it's unclear when he will be allowed to play again. The Jaguars made a complex deal to land Ridley just before the NFL trading deadline Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2022, according to a person with knowledge of the situation. (AP Photo/Danny Karnik, File)
Falcons trade suspended WR Ridley to Jaguars in complex deal

By Mark Long Nov. 01, 2022 04:06 PM EDT

Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins (12) catches a pass as Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Tyson Campbell (32) defends during the second half of an NFL football game in Jacksonville, Fla., Sunday, Oct. 9, 2022. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Pierce's run, Walker's gaffe help Texans topple Jags again

By Mark Long Oct. 09, 2022 04:12 PM EDT

This image provided by Dan Vitale shows a U.S. flag signed by quarterback Tom Brady. Vitale, the owner of the flag, sued the New England Patriots on Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2022, saying the team caused irreparable damage to the flag by improperly displaying it at the team's hall of fame at Gillette Stadium. The suit contends that after the flag had been on display for a couple of months, Brady’s signature written in blue Sharpie had significantly faded, which reduced the flag’s value by as much as $1 million. (Dan Vitale via AP)
Fan sues Patriots, says they ruined his Brady-signed flag

By Mark Pratt Oct. 06, 2022 04:11 PM EDT

FILE - NBC Sports commentators Mike Tirico, left, and former New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees broadcast from the field before an NFL football game between the New Orleans Saints and the Buffalo Bills, Thursday, Nov. 25, 2021, in New Orleans. Brees put his broadcasting career on hold after one year to spend weekends with his family. Going back to the booth or studio is always a possibility for the 13-time Pro Bowl quarterback who worked in a variety of roles for NBC last season. (AP Photo/Tyler Kaufman, File)
Drew Brees enjoying family time, still open to broadcasting

By Rob Maaddi Oct. 06, 2022 11:15 AM EDT

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) talks during a post game news conference after an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills, Sunday, Sept. 25, 2022, in Miami Gardens, Fla. The Dolphins defeated the Bills 21-19. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee )
AP source: NFL, NFLPA reviewing Tagovailoa's quick return

By Tim Reynolds Sep. 25, 2022 03:07 PM EDT

Las Vegas Aces head coach Becky Hammon, right, celebrates with Las Vegas Aces' A'ja Wilson after their win in the WNBA basketball finals against the Connecticut Sun, Sunday, Sept. 18, 2022, in Uncasville, Conn. (AP Photo/Jessica Hill)
Las Vegas Aces win first WNBA title, Chelsea Gray named MVP

By Pat Eaton-Robb Sep. 18, 2022 06:39 PM EDT

Green Bay Packers cornerback Rico Gafford (37) runs with the ball as Kansas City Chiefs safety Deon Bush (26) defends during the first half of an NFL preseason football game Thursday, Aug. 25, 2022, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Chiefs honor Dawson, beat Packers 17-10 in preseason finale

By Dave Skretta Aug. 25, 2022 10:53 PM EDT

Fans have their photos made while standing next to the jersey of former Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Len Dawson before the start of an NFL preseason football game Thursday, Aug. 25, 2022, in Kansas City, Mo. Dawson, who helped the Kansas City Chiefs to their first Super Bowl title and is in the Pro Football Hall of Fame as a player and broadcaster, died Wednesday at the age of 87. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Chiefs honor Len Dawson during preseason finale vs Packers

By Dave Skretta Aug. 25, 2022 08:21 PM EDT

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. (11) makes a catch during practice at the NFL team's football training camp in Westfield, Ind., Thursday, Aug. 4, 2022. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Former players make immediate impact as Colts coaches

By Michael Marot Aug. 24, 2022 04:55 PM EDT

Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson prepares to throw a pass during the NFL football team's training camp, Monday, Aug. 1, 2022, in Berea, Ohio. (AP Photo/Nick Cammett)
AP source: Watson willing to accept 8-game suspension, fine

By Rob Maaddi And Tom Withers Aug. 11, 2022 06:04 PM EDT

Las Vegas Raiders' Zamir White practices during NFL football training camp, Thursday, July 21, 2022, in Henderson, Nev. (AP Photo/John Locher)
Zeus: Raiders RB Zamir White overcomes lifetime of obstacles

By W.g. Ramirez Aug. 11, 2022 05:45 PM EDT

This photo shows a display with Jen Welter's blue-and-pink jersey, Friday, Aug. 5, 2022 in Canton, Ohio. A 15-year-old boy made his way through the The Pro Football Hall of Fame museum on Friday, checking out the memorabilia and bronze busts before stopping to take a picture of Jen Welter’s blue-and-pink jersey to send to his younger sister. (AP Photo/Rob Maaddi)
Pro Football Hall of Fame recognizes women's impact

By Rob Maaddi Aug. 05, 2022 04:49 PM EDT

FILE - Oakland Raiders' Cliff Branch is brought down by Denver Broncos' Bob after picking up nine yards on a pass from quarterback Ken Stabler during the first period of an NFL football game on Dec. 3, 1978, at the Oakland Coliseum in Oakland, Calif. Branch was one of the best deep threats of his era to earn a spot in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. (AP Photo/Paul Sakuma, File)
Cliff Branch's speed led to Hall of Fame after long wait

By Josh Dubow Aug. 04, 2022 02:57 AM EDT

FILE - LeRoy Butler III waves while being honored for the Pro Football Hall of Fame during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 56 football game between the Los Angeles Rams and the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Feb. 13, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. After starring for the Seminoles, Butler helped recast the safety position in the NFL and restore Green Bay's glory days during a 12-year career that featured five All-Pro selections and landed him in the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2022. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez, File)
Mom's lessons of pluck, preparation served LeRoy Butler well

By Arnie Stapleton Aug. 01, 2022 12:24 PM EDT

FILE - Former Jacksonville Jaguars player Tony Boselli is honored on the field during halftime of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints Sunday, Oct. 13, 2019, in Jacksonville, Fla. Boselli will be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Saturday, Aug. 6, 2022. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Boselli carries memories of late father into Hall of Fame

By Mark Long Jul. 31, 2022 01:32 PM EDT

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray addresses the media, Friday, July 22, 2022, in Tempe, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Cardinals say QB Kyler Murray focused on football

By David Brandt Jul. 26, 2022 05:29 PM EDT