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Buffalo Bills defensive back Damar Hamlin (3) makes a catch during NFL football practice in Orchard Park, N.Y., Tuesday, May 30, 2023. (AP Photo/Jeffrey T. Barnes)
NFL expanding The Smart Heart Sports Coalition

Jun. 01, 2023 09:01 AM EDT

FILE - RFK Stadium is visible from Air Force One as it takes off from Andrews Air Force Base, Md., Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2017, as President Donald Trump flies to St. Louis to speak at a tax reform rally. The Washington Commanders say they are supporting efforts by the District of Columbia to get control of RFK Stadium site that used to be the home of the NFL team. A team spokesperson said Thursday, May 4, 2023, officials are communicating with stakeholders at the federal and local levels about the RFK site. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik, File)
NFL confirms no Commanders sale vote will take place at spring owners meetings next week

May. 18, 2023 04:30 PM EDT

FILE - Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa looks to pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers, Sunday, Dec. 25, 2022, in Miami Gardens, Fla. The first quarterback-specific helmet designed to help reduce concussions has been approved for use by the NFL and NFLPA, the AP has learned. The helmet, manufactured by Vicis, reduces severity of helmet-to-ground impacts, which league data says account for approximately half of quarterback concussions, including the one suffered by Miami’s Tua Tagovailoa last season when his head slammed violently against the turf during a Thursday night game against Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Jim Rassol, File)
First QB helmet designed to help reduce concussions approved

By Rob Maaddi Apr. 13, 2023 09:30 AM EDT

NFL will offer free CPR training during Super Bowl week

By Rob Maaddi Feb. 03, 2023 08:30 AM EST
Inspired by the lifesaving medical attention Damar Hamlin received on the field during a game last month, the NFL and American Heart Association will provide free...

Buffalo Bills linebacker Tyrel Dodson (53) leaves the field after Buffalo Bills' Damar Hamlin collapsed on a play against the Cincinnati Bengals during the first half of an NFL football game, Monday, Jan. 2, 2023, in Cincinnati. The game has been postponed after Buffalo Bills' Damar Hamlin collapsed, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell announced. (AP Photo/Joshua A. Bickel)
NFL still considering scheduling options, Week 18 unchanged

By Rob Maaddi Jan. 04, 2023 02:58 PM EST

Washington Commanders running back J.D. McKissic (23) tries to get past Indianapolis Colts linebacker Bobby Okereke (58) in the first half of an NFL football game in Indianapolis, Sunday, Oct. 30, 2022. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Rodgers, NFL players urge league to nix turf, go with grass

By Mark Long Nov. 17, 2022 06:00 AM EST

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) is sacked by Cincinnati Bengals' Josh Tupou (68) during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Sept. 29, 2022, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Joshua A. Bickel)
Explainer: Tua Tagovailoa, fencing response and NFL protocol

By Rob Maaddi Sep. 30, 2022 01:14 AM EDT

Cleveland Browns helmets, with Guardian Caps, hang from a rack during the NFL football team's training camp, Thursday, July 28, 2022, in Berea, Ohio. (AP Photo/Nick Cammett)
NFL hopes to reduce head injuries with helmet experiment

By Steve Reed Aug. 04, 2022 02:03 PM EDT

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell speaks at a news conference, Feb. 9, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. The 32 team owners will deal with some significant issues at their meetings this week. Two proposals to change overtime rules are particularly intriguing. Tennessee has recommended that both teams possess the ball in overtime unless the team receiving the kickoff scores a touchdown and a 2-point conversion. That would end the game. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
NFL owners not likely to make as much news as free agency

By Barry Wilner Mar. 27, 2022 01:55 PM EDT

Carolina Panthers tackle Taylor Moton wears a Guardian Cap over his helmet to provide an extra layer of protection during practice at the NFL football team's training camp in Spartanburg, S.C., Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2021. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond)
NFL players experiment with 'Guardian Caps' to protect heads

By Steve Reed Aug. 26, 2021 01:04 AM EDT

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) throws against the Denver Broncos during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Kelvin Kuo)
A season often in doubt to end on time, no cancellations

By Barry Wilner Jan. 01, 2021 02:58 PM EST

FILE - In this Feb. 4, 2016, file photo, NFL Senior Vice President of Health and Safety Policy Jeff Miller speaks during an NFL health and safety news conference in San Francisco. Next to torn ACLs, the most time lost for injured NFL players is due to hamstring and lower extremity problems, of which there are far more than the major knee issue. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip, File)
Panthers-Broncos in Santa Clara, California 2/7/2016

Apr. 11, 2019 08:55 AM EDT