Atlanta Falcons
Falcons agree to 1-year deal with former Saints DT Davison

Apr. 13, 2019 07:39 PM EDT
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons continued to bolster their defensive line by agreeing to terms on a one-year contract with tackle Tyeler Davison. ...

49ers sign former AAF lineman Daniel Brunskill

Apr. 12, 2019 02:53 PM EDT
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — The San Francisco 49ers have signed offensive lineman Daniel Brunskill to a one-year deal. Brunskill started eight games at...

FILE - In this Dec. 9, 2018, file photo, Green Bay Packers' Bashaud Breeland returns an interception for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons in Green Bay, Wis. The Kansas City Chiefs have signed Breeland to a $2 million contract on Tuesday, March 19, 2019, for the upcoming season that could be worth an additional $3 million if incentives are met. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer, File)
Atlanta Falcons at Green Bay Packers 12/9/2018

Apr. 11, 2019 08:55 AM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 25, 2018, file photo, New York Giants offensive guard Jamon Brown looks before an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles in Philadelphia. After Matt Ryan agreed to restructure his contract to clear cap space, the Atlanta Falcons spent that money on two new starting guards, Jamon Brown and James Carpenter, to help protect the quarterback. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola, File)
New York Giants at Philadelphia Eagles 11/25/2018

Apr. 11, 2019 08:52 AM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 29, 2017, file photo, New York Jets offensive guard James Carpenter gets set at the line of scrimmage during an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons at MetLife Stadium in E. Rutherford, N.J. After Matt Ryan agreed to restructure his contract to clear cap space, the Atlanta Falcons spent that money on two new starting guards, Jamon Brown and James Carpenter, to help protect the quarterback. (Winslow Townson/AP Images for Panini via AP, File)
Atlanta Falcons at New York Jets 10/29/2017

Apr. 11, 2019 08:52 AM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 11, 2018, file photo, Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jarvis Landry reacts in the second half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, in Cleveland. No longer a punching bag, the Browns are punching back.(AP Photo/David Richard, File)
Atlanta Falcons at Cleveland Browns 11/11/2018

Apr. 11, 2019 08:52 AM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 13, 2018, file photo, Kansas City Chiefs defensive back Eric Berry (29) pauses during the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers in Kansas City, Mo. The Chiefs began free agency by cutting one of their most popular players in strong safety Eric Berry, who was a dynamic presence when he was healthy but had missed significant time throughout his career. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga, File)
Los Angeles Chargers at Kansas City Chiefs 12/13/2018

Apr. 11, 2019 08:52 AM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 4, 2018, file photo, Washington Redskins quarterback Alex Smith (11) is sacked by Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jarrett, right, during an NFL football game in Landover, Md. The Falcons placed a franchise tag on Jarrett before the NFL deadline on Tuesday, March 5, 2019. (AP Photo/Mark Tenally, File)
Atlanta Falcons at Washington Redskins 11/4/2018

Apr. 11, 2019 08:52 AM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 30, 2018, file photo, Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) celebrates after catching a 5-yard touchdown pass from Mohamed Sanu during the second half of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Tampa, Fla. The Falcons have gained some much-needed salary cap room by restructuring Ryan’s contract. The Falcons confirmed that $8.75 million of Ryan’s 2019 base salary will be paid as a signing bonus. (AP Photo/Mark LoMoglio, File)
Atlanta Falcons at Tampa Bay Buccaneers 12/30/2018

Apr. 11, 2019 08:52 AM EDT

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers speaks to members of the media at Lambeau Field on Wednesday, April 10, 2019, in Green Bay, Wis. (Adam Wesley/The Post-Crescent via AP)
Packers have had a soap opera of an offseason

Apr. 10, 2019 06:49 PM EDT

DE Clayborn returns to Falcons after 1 season with Patriots

Apr. 09, 2019 12:48 PM EDT
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — Defensive end Adrian Clayborn is returning to the Atlanta Falcons on a one-year contract following one season with the New England...

Raiders sign free agents Jordan Richards, Alex Barrett

Apr. 05, 2019 05:53 PM EDT
ALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) — The Oakland Raiders have signed a pair of free agents, safety Jordan Richards and defensive end Alex Barrett. Oakland announced...

Ex-Utah State football player sentenced for sexual assaults

Mar. 27, 2019 07:24 PM EDT
BRIGHAM CITY, Utah (AP) — A former Utah State University football player convicted of sexually assaulting six women was sentenced Wednesday to 26 years to life in...

FILE - In this Feb. 3, 2019, file photo, New England Patriots' Rob Gronkowski (87) celebrates with teammates after the NFL Super Bowl 53 football game against the Los Angeles Rams in Atlanta. The Patriots won 13-3. Gronkowski says he is retiring from the NFL after nine seasons. Gronkowski announced his decision via a post on Instagram Sunday, March 24, 2019, saying that a few months shy of this 30th birthday “its time to move forward and move forward with a big smile.” (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster, File)
Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski announces retirement

By Kyle Hightower Mar. 25, 2019 12:05 AM EDT

Falcons agree to 1-year deal with WR Justin Hardy

Mar. 21, 2019 05:01 PM EDT
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons have agreed to a one-year deal with wide receiver Justin Hardy. The team made the announcement on...

Panthers sign free agent Bruce Irvin to 1-year deal

Mar. 19, 2019 06:56 PM EDT
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers have signed unrestricted free agent linebacker/defensive end Bruce Irvin to a one-year contract. Financial terms...

Jets bring back K Catanzaro after Myers leaves as free agent

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Mar. 15, 2019 09:32 PM EDT
NEW YORK (AP) — The Jets solved their kicking question with a familiar foot. Chandler Catanzaro was signed to a one-year deal by New York on Friday,...

FILE - In this Sept. 23, 2018, file photo, Seattle Seahawks free safety Earl Thomas celebrates a play against the Dallas Cowboys during the first half of an NFL football game in Seattle. The Baltimore Ravens finally made their move during the NFL’s free agent frenzy, securing running back Mark Ingram and safety Earl Thomas on Wednesday, March 13, 2019. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson, File)
Ravens welcome Ingram and Thomas, say farewell to Rosburg

By David Ginsburg Mar. 15, 2019 09:27 PM EDT

Bears agree to 1-year deals with WR Hall, DT Williams

Mar. 15, 2019 04:45 PM EDT
LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) — The Chicago Bears have agreed to one-year contracts with receiver Marvin Hall and defensive tackle Nick Williams. Hall had 12...

5 games in, here's what we know about Alliance football

By Barry Wilner Mar. 15, 2019 03:40 AM EDT
So what do we know about the Alliance of American Football five weeks into its 10-week regular season? First off, there's apparently an appetite for...