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FILE - In this Aug.26, 2019 file photo, Natalia Kuziutina of Russia, left, competes against Amandine Buchard of France during a women's -52 kilogram semi-final of the World Judo Championships in Tokyo, Monday. Six French athletes have spoken about being gay and shared difficult experiences they had during their formative years, among them Amandine Buchard. (AP Photo/Koji Sasahara, File)
Six French athletes talk about being gay, share experiences

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San Diego Padres' Jake Cronenworth, right, is congratulated by Fernando Tatis Jr. after Cronenworth hit a two-run home run in the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, Monday, June 21, 2021, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Denis Poroy)
Darvish fans 11, Padres get 2 big homers to beat Dodgers 6-2

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Vikings rookie Jalen Twyman recovering from gunshot wounds

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MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota Vikings rookie defensive tackle Jalen Twyman is recovering from four gunshot wounds that caused scary but superficial injuries...

Clark arrested in LA on suspicion of having concealed gun

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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Frank Clark was arrested in Los Angeles after police saw a submachine gun in his car, police said Monday. ...

FILE - In this Nov. 29, 2020, file photo, Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Carl Nassib leaves the field after an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons in Atlanta. Nassib on Monday, June 21, 2021, became the first active NFL player to come out as gay. Nassib announced the news on Instagram, saying he was not doing it for the attention but because “I just think that representation and visibility are so important.” (AP Photo/John Bazemore, File)
Nassib becomes first active NFL player to come out as gay

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Arizona Cardinals rookie LB arrested for reckless driving

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PHOENIX (AP) — Zaven Collins, a first-round draft pick by the Arizona Cardinals, was arrested over the weekend for reckless driving and excessive speeding. ...

FILE - New York Giants NFL football quarterback Eli Manning announces his retirement in East Rutherford, N.J., in this Friday, Jan. 24, 2020, file photo. Eli Manning has a new job with the New York Giants. The two-time Super Bowl MVP is rejoining the organization to work in business opportunities and fan initiatives. The Giants announced the hiring Monday, June 21, 2021, roughly 18 months after Manning retired following the 2019 season. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger, File)
Manning rejoining Giants, working with business, fan roles

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Bills get green light to play in front of full stadium

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ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Welcome back, Bills Mafia. The Buffalo Bills received the green light from state health officials to return to...

FILE - New York Jets first round draft pick Zach Wilson (2) works out during NFL football rookie camp in Florham Park, N.J., in this Friday, May 7, 2021, file photo. The franchise has been on a mostly fruitless search since Joe Namath last played for the Jets in 1976, an often frustrating span during which 34 players have started at quarterback for New York. Zach Wilson, the No. 2 overall pick in April, will likely become No. 35 when the Jets kick off the regular season at Carolina on Sept. 12.(AP Photo/Bill Kostroun, File)
Namath excited for Wilson, says Jets fans 'deserve' a title

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Jun. 20, 2021 12:02 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 21, 2014, file photo, Oakland Raiders strong safety Usama Young warms up before an NFL football game in Foxborough, Mass. Young sold lemonade during NFL games in Washington as a kid. His father, Leroi Young, got him the job and helped him regain it when he was fired a couple times. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola, File)
NFL retirees mentoring players on fatherhood playbook

By Rob Maaddi Jun. 19, 2021 12:30 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 21, 2014, file photo, Oakland Raiders strong safety Usama Young warms up before an NFL football game in Foxborough, Mass. Young sold lemonade during NFL games in Washington as a kid. His father, Leroi Young, got him the job and helped him regain it when he was fired a couple times. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola, File)
Raiders-Patriots 9/21/2014

Jun. 19, 2021 11:50 AM EDT

Report: Bills hire Jones-connected firm on new stadium talks

By John Wawrow Jun. 18, 2021 06:31 PM EDT
The Buffalo Bills are pursuing plans to build a new stadium to replace their aging facility, and have selected a company controlled by Cowboys owner Jerry...

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Cole Beasley (11) makes a catch during NFL football practice in Orchard Park, N.Y., Wednesday, June 2, 2021. (AP Photo/Jeffrey T. Barnes)
Bills WR Beasley rather retire than follow NFL COVID rules

Jun. 18, 2021 06:20 PM EDT

Jaguars sign WR Laquon Treadwell following minicamp tryout

Jun. 18, 2021 05:40 PM EDT
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — The Jacksonville Jaguars signed receiver Laquon Treadwell on Friday, adding the 2016 first-round draft pick following a minicamp...

FILE - In this July 26, 2019, file photo, former Baltimore Ravens general manager Ozzie Newsome speaks during an NFL football news conferencing in Owings Mills, Md. The NFL is hosting its inaugural Ozzie Newsome General Manager Forum on Monday, June 21, 2021, in an effort to increase diversity in from offices. Newsome, a Pro Football Hall of Fame tight end, was the first Black GM in league history (AP Photo/Julio Cortez, File)
NFL holding its inaugural General Manager Forum next week

By Rob Maaddi Jun. 18, 2021 03:01 PM EDT

Chiefs wrap up 3-day mandatory minicamp with optimism

By David Smale Jun. 17, 2021 08:51 PM EDT
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs wrapped up their three-day mandatory minicamp Thursday with a sense of optimism that comes from playing in the...

The Latest: Jets, Giants to play before full capacity

Jun. 17, 2021 06:41 PM EDT
The Latest on the effects of the coronavirus outbreak on sports around the world: ___ MetLife Stadium will operate at...

NFL suspends 49ers D-lineman Jordan Willis for doping

Jun. 17, 2021 06:25 PM EDT
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — Defensive lineman Jordan Willis of the San Francisco 49ers was suspended without pay for the first six games of the regular season...

Denver Broncos quarterback Drew Lock (3) jokes during a Denver Broncos OTA at the team's headquarters, Monday, May 24, 2021, in Englewood, Colo. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Broncos quarterback competition goes on hiatus for 6 weeks

By Arnie Stapleton Jun. 17, 2021 06:20 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 28, 2018, file photo, fans wait for an NFL football game at Soldier Field between the New York Jets and the Chicago Bears in Chicago. The Bears have submitted a bid to buy a spacious suburban horse racing track site. Their announcement signals a potential willingness to move out of downtown Soldier Field for a new stadium. Bears President and CEO Ted Phillips says the club wants to purchase the Arlington International Racecourse. (AP Photo/Matt Marton, File)
Move to the burbs? Bears confirm bid to buy horse track site

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