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NFL players who voluntarily opt out get no stipend this year

By Rob Maaddi 22 hrs ago
NFL players must decide by July 2 if they plan to opt out of playing this season due to COVID-19 concerns, though voluntary opt-outs will not be paid any...

FILE - In this Nov. 29, 2020, file photo, Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Carl Nassib leaves the field after an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons in Atlanta. Nassib on Monday, June 21, 2021, became the first active NFL player to come out as gay. Nassib announced the news on Instagram, saying he was not doing it for the attention but because “I just think that representation and visibility are so important.” (AP Photo/John Bazemore, File)
Nassib becomes first active NFL player to come out as gay

By Arnie Stapleton Jun. 21, 2021 07:03 PM EDT

FILE - New York Giants NFL football quarterback Eli Manning announces his retirement in East Rutherford, N.J., in this Friday, Jan. 24, 2020, file photo. Eli Manning has a new job with the New York Giants. The two-time Super Bowl MVP is rejoining the organization to work in business opportunities and fan initiatives. The Giants announced the hiring Monday, June 21, 2021, roughly 18 months after Manning retired following the 2019 season. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger, File)
Manning rejoining Giants, working with business, fan roles

Jun. 21, 2021 02:59 PM EDT

Report: Bills hire Jones-connected firm on new stadium talks

By John Wawrow Jun. 18, 2021 06:31 PM EDT
The Buffalo Bills are pursuing plans to build a new stadium to replace their aging facility, and have selected a company controlled by Cowboys owner Jerry...

FILE - In this July 26, 2019, file photo, former Baltimore Ravens general manager Ozzie Newsome speaks during an NFL football news conferencing in Owings Mills, Md. The NFL is hosting its inaugural Ozzie Newsome General Manager Forum on Monday, June 21, 2021, in an effort to increase diversity in from offices. Newsome, a Pro Football Hall of Fame tight end, was the first Black GM in league history (AP Photo/Julio Cortez, File)
NFL holding its inaugural General Manager Forum next week

By Rob Maaddi Jun. 18, 2021 03:01 PM EDT

The Latest: Jets, Giants to play before full capacity

Jun. 17, 2021 06:41 PM EDT
The Latest on the effects of the coronavirus outbreak on sports around the world: ___ MetLife Stadium will operate at...

FILE - In this Oct. 28, 2018, file photo, fans wait for an NFL football game at Soldier Field between the New York Jets and the Chicago Bears in Chicago. The Bears have submitted a bid to buy a spacious suburban horse racing track site. Their announcement signals a potential willingness to move out of downtown Soldier Field for a new stadium. Bears President and CEO Ted Phillips says the club wants to purchase the Arlington International Racecourse. (AP Photo/Matt Marton, File)
Move to the burbs? Bears confirm bid to buy horse track site

Jun. 17, 2021 06:20 PM EDT

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 Jun. 16, 2021 03:48 PM EDT

FILE - New York Jets wide receiver Jamison Crowder (82) warms up on the field before taking on the Miami Dolphins during an NFL football game in Miami Gardens, Fla., in this Sunday, Oct. 18, 2020, file photo. New York Jets wide receiver Jamison Crowder agreed to a renegotiated deal that will keep him with the team through this season, a person with direct knowledge of the decision said Monday, June 14, 2021. (AP Photo/Doug Murray, File)
AP source: WR Crowder agrees to renegotiated deal with Jets

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Jun. 14, 2021 02:01 PM EDT

FILE - Former NFL player Warrick Dunn speaks at the "Beyond the Physical: A Symposium on Mental Health in Sports" hosted by the NFL, NFL Players Association and Cigna at Georgia Tech Hotel and Conference Center in Atlanta, in this Monday, May 14, 2018, file photo. Former NFL star Warrick Dunn is hosting a conversation centered on diversity and inclusion as part of his charity’s Juneteenth celebration. Dunn, a three-time Pro Bowl running back with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Atlanta Falcons, will sit down with NFL Network host Steve Wyche on Thursday evening, June 10, 2021, for a virtual chat featuring guest appearances from various players past and present. (AP Photo/Todd Kirkland, File)
Former NFL star Warrick Dunn tackles housing inequalities

By Rob Maaddi Jun. 10, 2021 11:30 AM EDT

AFC champion Chiefs make several promotions in front office

Jun. 09, 2021 11:24 AM EDT
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs on Wednesday promoted Mike Borgonzi to assistant general manager and Brandt Tilis to vice president of football...

NFL funding research to help players better manage pain

By Teresa M. Walker Jun. 08, 2021 05:33 PM EDT
The NFL will spend up to $1 million funding up to five studies that will examine how to better help players ease their pain and find alternatives to opioids. ...

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 - In this July 19, 2019, file photo, Denver Broncos offensive tackle Ja'Wuan James (70) stretches during NFL football training camp in Englewood, Colo. James filed a $15 million grievance Monday, June 7, 2021, against the Broncos, who released him last month after he ruptured an Achilles during an off-site workout. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)
James files grievance against Broncos, signs with Ravens

By Arnie Stapleton Jun. 07, 2021 06:35 PM EDT

Walker, Castilla, Sabathia to play in All-Star softball game

Jun. 07, 2021 06:26 PM EDT
DENVER (AP) — Former Colorado Rockies sluggers Larry Walker and Vinny Castilla will play in the All-Star celebrity softball game following the Futures Game at...

Seahawks sign punter Michael Dickson to 4-year extension

By Tim Booth Jun. 04, 2021 05:28 PM EDT
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Punter Michael Dickson has signed a four-year contract extension with the Seattle Seahawks, the team announced Friday. ...

Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Urban Meyer watches players go through drills during an NFL football team practice, Thursday, May 27, 2021, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
Jaguars owner unveils plans to develop downtown Jacksonville

By Mark Long Jun. 03, 2021 11:02 AM EDT

NFL expects full stadiums this season, remains cautious

By Rob Maaddi May. 26, 2021 05:21 PM EDT
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell says the league expects full stadiums this season and players and staff are being encouraged to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. ...

New York Giants first-round draft pick Kadarius Toney works out with one shoe off during NFL football rookie minicamp, Friday, May 14, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
The Latest: New Jersey to allow full capacity at MetLife

By The Associated Press May. 24, 2021 01:59 PM EDT

In this photo provided by El Salvador's presidential press office, airport workers unload a container of Chinese-made Sinovac COVID-19 vaccines from The New England Patriots team plane at the airport in San Salvador, El Salvador, late Tuesday, May 18, 2021. (El Salvador's presidential press office via AP)
New England Pats give flight to China's vaccine diplomacy

By Joshua Goodman May. 21, 2021 03:28 PM EDT