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FILE - In this Jan. 3, 2015, file photo, Pittsburgh Steelers strong safety Troy Polamalu sits on the bench during the second half of the team's loss to the Baltimore Ravens in an NFL wildcard playoff football game in Pittsburgh. Former Steeler Polamalu said on social media Friday, July 30, 2021, that he recently tested positive for COVID-19, a week before he’s due to be enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Polamalu told the hall of his diagnosis. He said they are working with health officials to determine whether he could be cleared to travel to Canton in time for his enshrinement. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar, File)

Former Steelers star Polamalu tests positive for coronavirus

Jul. 30, 2021 07:57 PM EDT

FILE - Miami Dolphins cornerback Xavien Howard (25) intercepts a pass intended for Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10), during the second half of an NFL football game in Miami Gardens, Fla., in this Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020, file photo. All-Pro cornerback Xavien Howard joined the rest of the Miami Dolphins reporting for training camp Tuesday, July 27, 2021, after he sat out mandatory minicamp because he's unhappy about his contract. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky, File)

All-Pro CB Howard sits out Dolphins practice with injury

By Alain Poupart Jul. 30, 2021 11:42 AM EDT

Buffalo Bills receiver Cole Beasley addresses the media following practice at NFL football training camp in Orchard Park, N.Y., Wednesday, July 28, 2021. (AP Photo/Jeffrey T. Barnes)

Beasley makes vaccination statement, then changes topics

By Mark Ludwiczak Jul. 28, 2021 03:38 PM EDT

FILE - In this Jan. 24, 2021, file photo, Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) walks off the field after the NFC championship NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Green Bay, Wis. Green Bay Packers president/CEO Mark Murphy remains hopeful Rodgers the three-time MVP will play for them this season, but says he does not know whether Rodgers will arrive for the start of training camp. (AP Photo/Morry Gash, File)

Packers' CEO 'hopeful' about sorting things out with Rodgers

By Steve Megargee Jul. 26, 2021 04:01 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, file photo, Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Dede Westbrook (12) celebrates after catching an 18-yard pass in the end zone for a touchdown in front of Indianapolis Colts safety Malik Hooker (29) during the second half of an NFL football game in Jacksonville, Fla. The Minnesota Vikings have signed former Jacksonville wide receiver Westbrook. He brings some needed depth at the position and another option for a punt returner. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)

Vikings sign receiver/returner Dede Westbrook, agency says

Jul. 25, 2021 07:41 PM EDT

Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Triston McKenzie delivers in the first inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals, Friday, July 9, 2021, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)

Cleveland's baseball team goes from Indians to Guardians

By Tom Withers Jul. 23, 2021 11:37 AM EDT

President Joe Biden, surrounded by members of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, speaks during a ceremony on the South Lawn of the White House, in Washington, Tuesday, July 20, 2021, where the president honored the Super Bowl Champion Tampa Bay Buccaneers for their Super Bowl LV victory. Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Bruce Arians, center, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady, right, look on. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)

Tom Brady, champion Buccaneers visit Biden at White House

By Stephen Whyno Jul. 20, 2021 12:51 PM EDT

Nashville prospect comes out as gay in NHL milestone

By Stephen Whyno Jul. 19, 2021 10:16 AM EDT
A Nashville Predators prospect has come out as gay, a milestone moment for the sport of hockey as the first player signed to an NHL contract to make that...

FILE - New Orleans Saints defensive tackle David Onyemata is shown after an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons in New Orleans, in this Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, file photo. Saints starting defensive tackle David Onyemata has been been notified by the NFL he has tested positive for a banned substance and likely is facing a suspension, the player said in a social media post Friday morning, July 16, 2021. (AP Photo/Tyler Kaufman, File)

NFL suspends Saints' Onyemata 6 games for banned substance

Jul. 16, 2021 09:38 AM EDT

FILE- This is a 2015 file photo of Jake Bequette of the New England Patriots NFL football team. Former NFL player Jake Bequette on Monday, July 12, 2021, announced he's challenging Arkansas Sen. John Boozman in next year's Republican primary. Bequette, an Army veteran who also played for the Arkansas Razorbacks, launched his bid with a online video touting his football and military background. (AP Photo/File)

Former NFL player announces bid for Senate seat in Arkansas

By Andrew Demillo Jul. 12, 2021 10:08 AM EDT

NFL and Twitter extend their partnership

Jul. 08, 2021 12:09 PM EDT
NEW YORK (AP) — The NFL and Twitter have extended their partnership to include expanded engagement formats and exclusive content on Twitter Spaces. ...

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)

Column: Nassib's video shatters decades-old sports barrier

By Jim Litke Jun. 22, 2021 07:24 PM EDT

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Cole Beasley (11) makes a catch during NFL football practice in Orchard Park, N.Y., Wednesday, June 2, 2021. (AP Photo/Jeffrey T. Barnes)

Bills WR Beasley rather retire than follow NFL COVID rules

Jun. 18, 2021 06:20 PM EDT

Fans watch New York Islanders' Brock Nelson, second from right celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal during the second period of Game 6 during an NHL hockey second-round playoff series against the Boston Bruins Wednesday, June 9, 2021, in Uniondale, N.Y. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

'New York Saints' moniker catches on during Islanders run

By Stephen Whyno Jun. 11, 2021 05:30 PM EDT

Bob Glauber wins pro football writers' achievement award

Jun. 09, 2021 07:07 PM EDT
Bob Glauber, who has covered the NFL since 1985 and has been with Newsday since 1989, has been selected as the Career Achievement Award winner by the...