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FILE - This is a Nov. 24, 2019, file photo showing New England Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman during an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Mass. Edelman said he hopes that recent anti-Semitic social media posts by Philadelphia Eagles receiver DeSean Jackson can be a teaching moment not just for him but others as well. In a video posted to Instagram Thursday, July 9, 2020, Edelman joined the Eagles, NFL and others who have condemned Jackson’s posts over the weekend.(AP Photo/Winslow Townson, File)
Pats' Edelman hopes Jackson posts serve as teaching moment

By Kyle Hightower Jul. 09, 2020 02:29 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 15, 2019, file photo, Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson (10) warms up before an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, in Atlanta. Jackson has apologized after backlash for sharing anti-Semitic posts on social media over the weekend. “My post was definitely not intended for anybody of any race to feel any type of way, especially the Jewish community,” Jackson said in a video he posted on Instagram on Tuesday, July 7, 2020. (AP Photo/John Amis, File)
Eagles WR DeSean Jackson apologizes for anti-Semitic post

By Rob Maaddi Jul. 07, 2020 01:33 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 8, 2019, file photo, Cleveland Browns center JC Tretter walks off the field after an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals in Cleveland. NFLPA president JC Tretter warned players they have to "fight for necessary COVID-19 protections" and Malcolm Jenkins said "football is nonessential." With training camp less than a month away, some players are speaking out about concerns over playing football during a pandemic while others are ignoring medical advice and holding workouts with teammates. (AP Photo/David Richard, File)
NFL players raise concerns on playing, others ignore advice

By Rob Maaddi Jul. 01, 2020 04:12 PM EDT

FILE - In this June 16, 2019, file photo, Gary Woodland poses with the trophy after winning the U.S. Open golf tournament in Pebble Beach, Calif. The U.S. Open is returning to NBC starting this year at Winged Foot after Fox Sports has asked to end its 12-year contract with the USGA, multiple people told The Associated Press on Sunday night, June 28, 2020. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster, File)
USGA transfers US media rights from Fox back to NBCUniversal

By Doug Ferguson Jun. 29, 2020 12:59 PM EDT

FILE - In this Thursday, July 25, 2019, file photo, New York Jets head coach Adam Gase smiles during practice at the NFL football team's training camp in Florham Park, N.J. Adam Gase still absolutely envisions Jamal Adams as a member of the New York Jets this season. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig, File)
Gase hopes unhappy Adams remains with Jets

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Jun. 26, 2020 03:34 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 11, 2016, file photo, former New Orleans Saints and University of Mississippi running back Deuce McAllister leaves Orleans Parish Criminal District Court after the verdict in the Cardell Hayes murder trial in New Orleans. McAllister was part of group of student-athletes in the late 1990s who helped push administrators into largely eliminating the Confederate flag from Ole Miss football games. (AP Photo/Jonathan Bachman, File)
College athletes using platform to address social issues

By David Brandt Jun. 25, 2020 02:01 PM EDT

The late Don Banks wins football writers' service award

By The Associated Press Jun. 24, 2020 01:39 PM EDT
Don Banks, whose 36-year sports writing career included more than 16 years at Sports Illustrated’s website, has been selected as the Dick McCann Award winner...

FILE - In this Dec. 2, 2018, file photo, New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning talks to reporters after an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears, in East Rutherford, N.J. Eli Manning has won the Pro Football Writers of America's Good Guy Award for his cooperation with the media. Manning, who retired after the 2019 season, has been lauded for years for his dealings with local and national media. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun, FIle)
Eli Manning wins football writers' Good Guy Award

By The Associated Press Jun. 23, 2020 01:39 PM EDT

FILE - These are 2020 file photos showing District of Columbia Mayor Muriel Bowser, left, and Washington Redskins NFL football team owner Dan Snyder, right. The recent national conversation about racism has renewed calls for the Washington Redskins to change their name. D.C. mayor Muriel Bowser called the name an "obstacle" to the team building its stadium and headquarters in the District, but owner Dan Snyder over the years has shown no indications he'd consider it. (AP Photo/File)
Washington Post calls on Skins' owner or NFL to change name

By Howard Fendrich Jun. 19, 2020 09:49 PM EDT

NFL Network, RedZone goes dark on DISH Network, Sling TV

Jun. 19, 2020 01:33 AM EDT
LOS ANGELES (AP) — NFL Network and NFL RedZone went dark on DISH Network and Sling TV Thursday night as both sides try to reach a new distribution agreement. ...

FILE - In this Nov 10, 2019, file photo, New York Jets strong safety Jamal Adams (33) runs past New York Giants' Saquon Barkley (26) for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game in East Rutherford, N.J. A person with direct knowledge of the situation says Adams has requested a trade from the Jets amid a contract dispute. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun, File)
AP source: Jets star safety Jamal Adams requests trade

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Jun. 18, 2020 07:00 PM EDT

This image provided by EA Sports shows the cover of the Madden 21 video game, featuring Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson, which will be released in August. (Photo courtesy of EA Sports via AP)
Reigning NFL MVP Jackson will appear on Madden 21 cover

By Joe Reedy Jun. 16, 2020 10:09 AM EDT

Martin Truex Jr. poses with his grandfather clock trophy after winning a NASCAR Cup Series auto race Wednesday, June 10, 2020, in Martinsville, Va. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)
Truex ends 2020 winless skid with victory at Martinsville

Jun. 10, 2020 11:03 PM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 6, 2016, file photo, San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick, right, is greeted by New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees at the end of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif. As athletes and sports organizations around the world speak out against racial injustice in the wake of George Floyd’s death, Drew Brees drew sharp criticism after he reiterated his opposition to Colin Kaepernick’s kneeling during the national anthem in 2016. (AP Photo/D. Ross Cameron, File)
Drew Brees' wife apologizes for husband's comments on flag

Jun. 08, 2020 07:14 AM EDT

FILE - In this Feb. 25, 2020, file photo, Denver Broncos president of football operations and general manager John Elway speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis. Elway has selected a defensive player with his first draft pick six times in his nine drafts. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
Elway joins call for change after George Floyd's killing

By Arnie Stapleton Jun. 05, 2020 11:09 PM EDT

Several hundred demonstrators march peacefully as they protest in Addison, Texas, Thursday, June 4, 2020. Protests continued following the death of George Floyd, who died after being restrained by Minneapolis police officers on May 25. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)
Players send video message to NFL about racial inequality

Jun. 04, 2020 10:53 PM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 6, 2016, file photo, San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick, right, is greeted by New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees at the end of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif. As athletes and sports organizations around the world speak out against racial injustice in the wake of George Floyd’s death, Drew Brees drew sharp criticism after he reiterated his opposition to Colin Kaepernick’s kneeling during the national anthem in 2016. (AP Photo/D. Ross Cameron, File)
Saints' Brees takes first step toward mending relationships

By Brett Martel Jun. 04, 2020 07:48 PM EDT

FILE - In this Feb. 25, 2020, file photo, Georgia quarterback Jake Fromm speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis. Buffalo Bills rookie quarterback Jake Fromm apologized for using the phrase "elite white people" in a text conversation from more than a year ago, and posted on social media early Thursday morning, June 4, 2020. The former Georgia starter posted his apology on his Twitter account, in which he wrote: "I'm truly sorry for my words and actions and humbly ask for forgiveness." (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
Bills rookie QB apologizes for racially insensitive comment

By John Wawrow Jun. 04, 2020 03:14 PM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 6, 2016, file photo, San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick, right, is greeted by New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees at the end of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif. As athletes and sports organizations around the world speak out against racial injustice in the wake of George Floyd’s death, Drew Brees drew sharp criticism after he reiterated his opposition to Colin Kaepernick’s kneeling during the national anthem in 2016. (AP Photo/D. Ross Cameron, File)
Saints-49ers 11/6/2016

Jun. 04, 2020 08:00 AM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 16, 2019, file photo, New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) smiles after defeating the Indianapolis Colts 34-7 in an NFL football game in New Orleans. A person familiar with the situation says the Saints and record-setting quarterback Drew Brees have agreed on a two-year, $50 million contract. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity on Tuesday, March 17, 2020, because the deal has not been announced. (AP Photo/Butch Dill, Fle)
Brees says he 'completely missed the mark' in flag comments

Jun. 03, 2020 07:25 PM EDT