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File-This Jan. 3, 2021, file photo shows the NFL logo on the field before a game between the Denver Broncos and the Las Vegas Raiders in Denver. The NFL and NFL Players Association have updated COVID-19 protocols to loosen restrictions for fully vaccinated players and to encourage others to get the vaccine. Unvaccinated players must continue to get daily testing, wear masks and practice physical distancing. They won’t be allowed to eat meals with teammates, can’t participate in media or marketing activities while traveling, aren’t permitted to use the sauna or steam room and may not leave the team hotel or interact with people outside the team while traveling. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey, File)
NFL loosening many COVID restrictions for vaccinated players

By Rob Maaddi 4 hrs ago

Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) points during an NFL football practice at the team training facility, Tuesday, June 15, 2021 in Berea, Ohio. (AP Photo/David Dermer)
Browns QB Mayfield in 'no rush' with contract extension

By Tom Withers 6 hrs ago

Bears sticking with plan to start Dalton at QB

By Gene Chamberlain 23 hrs ago
LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) — For the Chicago Bears, the quarterback issue lingers even as other problems popped up Tuesday at the first day of a three-day...

Cleveland Browns defensive linemen Jadeveon Clowney participates in a drill during an NFL football practice at the team training facility, Tuesday, June 15, 2021 in Berea, Ohio. (AP Photo/David Dermer)
Beckham back, Clowney on field for first time at Browns camp

By Tom Withers Jun. 15, 2021 06:21 PM EDT

New England Patriots quarterback Cam Newton (1) waves his arms while warming up near wide receiver Marvin Hall (14) during an NFL football minicamp practice, Tuesday, June 15, 2021, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
Patriots' Newton knows he has much to prove this season

By Kyle Hightower Jun. 15, 2021 05:26 PM EDT

Cowboys returning to California for camp after COVID pause

Jun. 15, 2021 05:18 PM EDT
FRISCO, Texas (AP) — The Dallas Cowboys are headed back to California for training camp after the pandemic kept them home last year. The...

Minnesota Vikings defensive end Danielle Hunter (99) watches during NFL football minicamp practice Tuesday, June 15, 2021, in Eagan, Minn. Hunter just signed a re-worked contract. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)
Vikes further bolster front by signing DT Sheldon Richardson

By Dave Campbell Jun. 15, 2021 11:56 AM EDT

Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold (14) throws a pass as quarterback PJ Walker (6) looks on during NFL football practice in Charlotte, N.C., Tuesday, June 15, 2021. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond)
Anderson: QB Sam Darnold has different 'aura' in Carolina

By Steve Reed Jun. 15, 2021 11:23 AM EDT

Jacksonville Jaguars running back Nathan Cottrell, center, runs through a drill with running back Dare Ogunbowale (33) and running back Travis Etienne, right, during an NFL football practice, Monday, June 14, 2021, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
Jags taking 'cautious' approach with Lawrence's hamstring

By Mark Long Jun. 14, 2021 04:51 PM EDT

New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick, center, stands on the field during an NFL football practice, Monday, June 14, 2021, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
Patriots' Gilmore absent as team opens mandatory minicamp

By Kyle Hightower Jun. 14, 2021 04:47 PM EDT

Green Bay Packers' Devin Funchess watches a drill during an NFL football minicamp Tuesday, June 8, 2021, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Packers' Funchess ready for comeback after long time away

By Steve Megargee Jun. 10, 2021 04:45 PM EDT

Green Bay Packers' head coach Matt LaFleur watches during an NFL football minicamp Tuesday, June 8, 2021, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
The Latest: CFL clears hurdle in bid to return this year

By The Associated Press Jun. 10, 2021 03:36 PM EDT

File-This Sept. 15, 2019, file photo shows Chicago Bears offensive guard Kyle Long lining up during an NFL football game between the Denver Broncos and the Chicago Bears in Denver. The offensive line that the Kansas City Chiefs aggressively overhauled this offseason has taken a hit with a knee injury to veteran Long during voluntary workouts that could require surgery and keep him out of training camp. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey, File)
Chiefs lose OL Kyle Long to knee injury in voluntary workout

By Dave Skretta Jun. 10, 2021 02:56 PM EDT

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan watch players workout during NFL football practice in Santa Clara, Calif., Wednesday, June 2, 2021. (AP Photo/Josie Lepe)
49ers cut short offseason program after injuries

By Josh Dubow Jun. 09, 2021 06:20 PM EDT

Green Bay Packers' Jordan Love runs a drill during an NFL football minicamp Tuesday, June 8, 2021, in Green Bay, Wis. Aaron Rodgers’ absence from the Green Bay Packers’ minicamp means more opportunities for 2020 first-round draft pick Jordan Love, who now must prepare for the possibility he could open the season as a starting quarterback after not playing a single down his rookie year. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Packers' Love maintains usual mindset in unusual offseason

By Steve Megargee Jun. 09, 2021 05:47 PM EDT

FILE - Former quarterback Peyton Manning motions to the crowd during the NFL Super Bowl 55 football game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Kansas City Chiefs in Tampa, Fla., in this Sunday, Feb. 7, 2021, file photo. Peyton Manning was unanimously elected to the Broncos Ring of Fame on Wednesday, June 9, 2021. Manning will be honored during the Broncos’ game against Washington at Empower Field at Mile High on Halloween. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip, File)
Peyton Manning going into Denver Broncos Ring of Fame

By Arnie Stapleton Jun. 09, 2021 04:40 PM EDT

FILE - Washington Football Team's Montez Sweat (90) walks off the field before an NFL football game against the New York Giants in East Rutherford, N.J., in this Sunday, Oct. 18, 2020, file photo. Sweat says he isn't a fan of the organization attempting to convince players to get vaccinated against COVID-19. Sweat says he “probably won’t get vaccinated” until he has more facts. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger, File)
Sweat against Washington persuading players to get vaccine

By Stephen Whyno Jun. 09, 2021 12:39 PM EDT

Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper and his wife Nicole joke with the media after announcing a donation to Miracle Park on Tuesday, June 8, 2021, in Rock Hill, S.C. Miracle Park, an inclusive place in Rock Hill where people with all different abilities can participate in a full-range of sports. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)
Panthers owner: 'No way' I'd build domed stadium post-COVID

By Steve Reed Jun. 08, 2021 03:40 PM EDT

FILE - Denver Broncos trainer Steve Antonopulos, center, talks with staff members during drills at the team's NFL football training camp in Englewood, Colo., in this July 19, 2019, file photo. The Broncos announced on Monday, June 7, 2021, that Antonopulos will retire after more than three decades as the team's trainer. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)
Broncos' sports medicine director retiring after 45 seasons

By Arnie Stapleton Jun. 07, 2021 07:42 PM EDT

Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott looks on during NFL football practice in Orchard Park, N.Y., Wednesday, June 2, 2021. (AP Photo/Jeffrey T. Barnes)
The Latest: Bills to stay in Buffalo again for training camp

By The Associated Press Jun. 07, 2021 02:19 PM EDT