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Alabama linebacker Will Anderson Jr. celebrates with fans after being chosen by the Houston Texans with the third overall pick during the first round of the NFL football draft, Thursday, April 27, 2023, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Breaking down players selected in 1st round of NFL draft

By Ralph D. Russo Apr. 27, 2023 08:57 PM EDT

Alabama quarterback Bryce Young reacts after being chosen by Carolina Panthers with the first overall pick during the first round of the NFL football draft, Thursday, April 27, 2023, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
Panthers nab Bryce Young No. 1 with plans to win Super Bowls

By Steve Reed Apr. 27, 2023 08:22 PM EDT

Today in Sports - Week Ahead, April 28-May 4

By The Associated Press Apr. 27, 2023 10:05 AM EDT
April 28 1923 — Wembley Stadium opens - Bolton Wanderers vs West Ham United (FA Cup). 1931 — Program for woman athletes approved for 1932...

FILE - Kentucky's Will Levis catches his breath during the NCAA college football team's NFL Pro Day in Lexington, Ky., March 24, 2023. (AP Photo/James Crisp, File)
NFL draft: Top offensive players on the board

By Ralph D. Russo Apr. 21, 2023 11:11 AM EDT

FILE - Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton passes against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the first half of an NFL football game on Dec. 26, 2021, in Charlotte, N.C. Newton is looking for another shot. The 2015 NFL Most Valuable Player announced on social media that he’ll be working out for pro scouts at Auburn’s Pro Day on Tuesday, March 21, 2023. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman, File)
Former NFL MVP Cam Newton to throw at Auburn's Pro Day

By Steve Reed Mar. 20, 2023 08:52 PM EDT

AP NFL MVPs

By The Associated Press Feb. 09, 2023 10:46 PM EST
The NFL Most Valuable Players named by The Associated Press in balloting by a nationwide panel of media (x-unanimous): 2022 — Patrick Mahomes, Kansas...

AP NFL Offensive Rookie Of The Year

By The Associated Press Feb. 09, 2023 09:26 PM EST
The National Football League’s Offensive Rookie of the Year named by The Associated Press and selected each year by a nationwide panel of media: 2022 —...

AP NFL Offensive Player of the Year

By The Associated Press Feb. 09, 2023 09:11 PM EST
The NFL Offensive Players of the Year named by The Associated Press, selected by a nationwide panel of media: 2022 — Justin Jefferson, Minnesota, WR ...

Today in Sports History-Week Ahead Feb. 3-Feb.9

By The Associated Press Feb. 02, 2023 10:00 AM EST
Feb. 7 1882 — John L. Sullivan wins the world heavyweight bare-knuckle title by beating Paddy Ryan in a nine-round bout in Mississippi City, Miss. ...

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes celebrates after the NFL AFC Championship playoff football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Jan. 29, 2023, in Kansas City, Mo. The Chiefs won 23-20. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Analysis: Mahomes, Hurts set for historic Super Bowl matchup

By Rob Maaddi Jan. 30, 2023 05:59 AM EST

Today in Sports History-Week Ahead

By The Associated Press Jan. 19, 2023 10:00 AM EST
Jan. 24 1939 — Eddie Collins, Wee Willie Keeler and George Sisler are elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. 1956 — Bob Pettit of the St....

Today in Sports History-Detroit goes 16-games with no wins

By The Associated Press Dec. 27, 2022 10:00 AM EST
Dec. 27 1953 — The Detroit Lions edge the Cleveland Browns 17-16 for the NFL championship. Doak Walker’s extra point, following a 33-yard scoring pass,...

Today in Sports History-Week Ahead

By The Associated Press Dec. 22, 2022 10:00 AM EST
Dec. 27 1953 — The Detroit Lions edge the Cleveland Browns 17-16 for the NFL championship. Doak Walker’s extra point, following a 33-yard scoring pass,...

Today in Sports History-Week Ahead-Dec. 23-29

By The Associated Press Dec. 22, 2022 10:00 AM EST
Dec. 23 1933 — Montreal’s Howie Morenz scores his 251st goal to become the NHL’s career goal-scoring leader. Morenz’s goal caps the Canadiens’ 3-0...

New York Jets quarterback Mike White (5) throws a pass to wide receiver Corey Davis, right, during the first half of an NFL football game against the New York Jets, Sunday, Dec. 4, 2022, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Red zone has been danger zone for Jets' offense this season

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Dec. 05, 2022 05:01 PM EST

Today in Sports History-Week Ahead, Dec. 2-8

By The Associated Press Dec. 01, 2022 10:00 AM EST
Dec. 2 1907 — Tommy Burns defends his world heavyweight title by knocking out Gunner Moir in the 10th round at London. 1944 — Ohio State...

FILE - New York Jets quarterback Mike White (5) practices before a preseason NFL football game against the New York Giants, Sunday, Aug. 28, 2022, in East Rutherford, N.J. Zach Wilson has been benched by the New York Jets and will be replaced by Mike White as the starter Sunday against the Chicago Bears. Coach Robert Saleh announced the decision Wednesday, Nov. 23, after evaluating and discussing the situation with his assistants. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger, File)
White steps in, focused on giving Jets a 'fighting chance'

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Nov. 24, 2022 01:07 PM EST

Today in Sports History-Week Ahead, Nov. 25-Dec. 1

By The Associated Press Nov. 24, 2022 10:00 AM EST
Nov. 25 1925 — Red Grange, playing his first game as a professional with the Chicago Bears, is held to 36 yards in a 0-0 tie with the Chicago Cardinals...

New England Patriots safety Kyle Dugger, top, sacks New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson (2) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 20, 2022, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
Jets bench Zach Wilson, Mike White to start vs. Bears

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Nov. 23, 2022 11:55 AM EST

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) passes during the first half of an NFL football game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Oct. 30, 2022, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Drafting Jalen Hurts was right call for undefeated Eagles

By Dan Gelston Nov. 13, 2022 01:56 PM EST