Athlete compensation
Broncos release veteran defensive tackle Jurrell Casey

By Arnie Stapleton Feb. 25, 2021 02:05 PM EST
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — Jurrell Casey’s stint in Denver lasted just three games. The Broncos released the veteran defensive tackle Thursday...

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) throws a pass during the second half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Cleveland Browns in Pittsburgh, late Sunday, Jan. 10, 2021. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
Steelers planning on Roethlisberger's return in 2021

Feb. 24, 2021 01:41 PM EST

FILE - Aug. 21, 2020, file photo, Tennessee Titans offensive coordinator Arthur Smith instructs his players during NFL football training camp in Nashville, Tenn. Smith, the new Atlanta Falcons coach, has started building his staff by hiring offensive coordinator Dave Ragone, defensive coordinator Dean Pees and special teams coach Marquice Williams. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey, Pool, File)
Falcons looking to get creative as they face major overhaul

By Paul Newberry Feb. 23, 2021 05:30 PM EST

FILE - Buffalo Bills linebacker Matt Milano (58) tackles Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) during the second half of the AFC championship NFL football game in Kansas City, Mo., in this Sunday, Jan. 24, 2021, file photo. The Buffalo Bills' salary-cap constraints have led starting linebacker Matt Milano to decide he will test free agency next month, a person with direct knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press on Friday, Feb. 19, 2021. The person spoke to The AP on the condition of anonymity because the discussions between the player and team have been private. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)
AP source: Buffalo Bills LB Matt Milano to test free agency

By John Wawrow Feb. 19, 2021 01:13 PM EST

FILE - Carolina Panthers punter Michael Palardy (5) kicks against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half of an NFL football game in Charlotte, N.C., in this Sunday, Oct. 6, 2019, file photo. The Carolina Panthers are releasing veteran safety Tre Boston, defensive end Stephen Weatherly and punter Michael Palardy in a salary-cap, cost-cutting move, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press. The person spoke on condition of anonymity Friday, Feb. 19, 2021, because the moves have not been announced. (AP Photo/Brian Blanco, File)
AP source: Panthers cut Boston, 2 others to save cap space

By Steve Reed Feb. 19, 2021 11:57 AM EST

Steelers GM Colbert: Work to do to bring back Big Ben

By Will Graves Feb. 17, 2021 03:36 PM EST
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ben Roethlisberger is still a member of the Pittsburgh Steelers. Yet despite optimistic overtones from both the team and its longtime...

Falcons hire former Texans executive Olsen as senior VP

Feb. 12, 2021 07:15 PM EST
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons have hired former Houston Texans executive Chris Olsen as senior director of football administration. ...

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes passes under pressure from Tampa Bay Buccaneers outside linebacker Shaquil Barrett during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 55 football game Sunday, Feb. 7, 2021, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
Chiefs head into offseason with core intact, plenty of holes

By Dave Skretta Feb. 08, 2021 02:32 PM EST

New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) works against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the first half of an NFL divisional round playoff football game, Sunday, Jan. 17, 2021, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Brees renegotiates to help Saints with cap if he retires

By Brett Martel Feb. 05, 2021 11:30 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers' Leonard Fournette (28) evades a tackle by Green Bay Packers' Adrian Amos to score on a 20-yard touchdown run during the first half of the NFC championship NFL football game in Green Bay, Wis., Sunday, Jan. 24, 2021. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Super Bowl could be farewell for several pending free agents

By Mark Long Feb. 03, 2021 12:08 PM EST

Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Rashad Fenton celebrates on the bench during the second half of the AFC championship NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills, Sunday, Jan. 24, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Orlin Wagner)
Defending champion Chiefs building dynasty around core group

By Dave Skretta Jan. 29, 2021 03:51 PM EST

FILE - In this Jan. 9, 2021, file photo, the Seattle Seahawks play against the Los Angeles Rams in an otherwise empty stadium during the first half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game in Seattle. The dip in revenue for the NFL during the pandemic has been substantial but not crippling. The biggest negative is revenues being on the low end of what was hoped because of limits on crowds in most NFL cities. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren, File)
NFL's revenue dip in pandemic significant, but not crippling

By Schuyler Dixon Jan. 29, 2021 02:16 AM EST

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) runs from Buffalo Bills linebacker Matt Milano (58) after catching a pass during the second half of the AFC championship NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 24, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
Bills have offseason needs to address with little to spend

By John Wawrow Jan. 27, 2021 06:25 PM EST

NFL's 1st & Future to award $150,000 on television show

By Barry Wilner Jan. 26, 2021 12:00 PM EST
The NFL is bringing its awards for novel advancements in athletes’ safety and performance to television. Next Tuesday night during Super...

FILE - AFC long snapper Morgan Cox (46), of the Baltimore Ravens, waves to fans in the stands after the first half of the NFL Pro Bowl football game against the NFC in Orlando, Fla., in this Sunday, Jan. 26, 2020, file photo. Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta has already started making some of the tough decisions he believes can help Baltimore negotiate the leap from playoff qualifier to Super Bowl champion. After releasing running back Mark Ingram and quarterback Robert Griffin III last week, DeCosta announced Monday, Jan. 25, 2020, that the Ravens won't re-sign All-Pro long snapper Morgan Cox, the initial component of the highly successful placekicking trio that includes holder Sam Koch and second-team All-Pro Justin Tucker, the most accurate field goal kicker in NFL history.(AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Ravens GM DeCosta initiates roster overhaul with key cuts

By David Ginsburg Jan. 25, 2021 04:27 PM EST

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders (17) makes the catch as Tampa Bay Buccaneers strong safety Antoine Winfield Jr. (31) defends during the second half of an NFL divisional round playoff football game, Sunday, Jan. 17, 2021, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Brett Duke)
Signs point to Saints entering new era in 2021

By Brett Martel Jan. 18, 2021 08:12 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver A.J. Green (18) tosses a cleat to a fan after an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Aaron Doster)
Analysis: Wentz, Elliott provide little bang for buck

By Josh Dubow Jan. 08, 2021 02:22 AM EST

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill runs down the sideline after evading a tackle by Atlanta Falcons A.J. Terrell during an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Kansas City. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Chiefs enter playoffs favored for rare Super Bowl repeat

By Dave Skretta Jan. 07, 2021 01:24 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) passes against the Indianapolis Colts during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
Ticking clock? Time running out for Steelers veterans

By Will Graves Jan. 06, 2021 08:36 PM EST

FILE - In this Jan. 20, 2019, file photo, Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy greets a player during the second half of the team's AFC championship NFL football game against the New England Patriots in Kansas City, Mo. One year ago, Bieniemy and San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh missed out on the coaching carousel despite being coordinators of the two Super Bowl teams. The two figure to be near the top of many of the lists of possible head coaching candidates again this offseason when the NFL is hoping some new rules lead to more opportunities for minority coaches. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)
For non-playoff teams, important NFL offseason is underway

By Rob Maaddi Jan. 06, 2021 02:42 AM EST