
By Cheryl K. Chumley - The Washington Times
Massachusetts police spent Tuesday evening at the home of New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez as part of an investigation into a homicide scene about a mile away.

By Nathan Fenno - The Washington Times
The Quarterback is among the most unusual of America's obsessions, non-Justin Bieber division. He's mocked and deified and, no matter what happens in his limited excursions on the field, can't seem to escape the tractor beam of relentless attention.

By Rich Campbell - The Washington Times
The Redskins’ scintillating run to the NFC East title last season overshadowed memories of their 3-6 start. Were they really as good as the final record, or did a depleted team just get hot with the help of a few breaks?

By Curt Anderson - Associated Press
Broward County Circuit Judge Kathleen McHugh accepted Johnson's apology and cut his 30-day jail term for a probation violation to the seven days he had already served since the rear-swatting incident. Johnson, a flamboyant wide receiver formerly known as Chad Ochocinco, said in court that he'd had time to think about why his flippant attitude was wrong — especially in a domestic violence case.

By Rich Campbell - The Washington Times
Griffin does not want to be a running back. He wants to be an elite passer. But as Shanahan so forcefully explained to reporters Wednesday, the zone read will help him to achieve that goal.

By Mike Harris - The Washington Times
The Skins and Nats plan on RG3 and Harper being key components for an awfully long time, something the local fan base wouldn't mind. There's no solid reason to expect they won't become fixtures. Except for those knees.

By Nathan Fenno - The Washington Times
The limited shelf life of top-flight running backs was worth remembering as minicamp wrapped up Wednesday afternoon. This job wears out bodies. At 24 years old, Morris is rapidly approaching middle age for an NFL running back.

By Associated Press
Goodell cited the nickname's origins and polls that support its popularity. He wrote that he understands the feelings surrounding it are complex and could change, but he also pointed out fan pride in the team's heritage.

By Howard Ulman - Associated Press
Belichick says he's not getting into a "minute-by-minute" evaluation of his new backup quarterback. Tebow practiced for the first time with the Patriots on Tuesday after signing with the team. The Patriots are holding their three-day minicamp that runs through Thursday.

By Rich Campbell - The Washington Times
When his teammates scatter to their offseason sanctuaries at the end of this week, Griffin will continue to rehab his knee at Redskins Park. And when his personal life leads him away from Ashburn this summer, his rehab regimen will not stop.

By Curt Anderson - Associated Press
Adam Swickle asked Broward County Circuit Judge Kathleen McHugh to reconsider the 30-day sentence she imposed Monday after the former NFL receiver patted Swickle's backside.

By Mike Harris - The Washington Times
Fresh off a workout Tuesday with the Redskins during their minicamp, Stallworth showed a discolored spot on his arm, a burn scar from the same hot-air balloon accident in March that left his posterior in flames. The other scar, he assures his small audience, is something no one wants to see.
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Associated Press
Indianapolis coach Chuck Pagano has won the George Halas Award from the Professional Football Writers Association for overcoming adversity. Published June 17, 2013
By Jessica Chasmar - The Washington Times
Russian President Vladimir Putin's spokesman has denied accusations by New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft that Mr. Putin pocketed his Super Bowl ring during an encounter in 2005. Published June 16, 2013
By BARRY WILNER - Associated Press
The patriarchs of the NFL's first families of quarterbacks and coaches are anything but interfering dads. In fact, Archie Manning and Jack Harbaugh are just as influenced by their successful sons as their boys are by them. Published June 15, 2013
By BARRY WILNER - Associated Press
The patriarchs of the NFL's first families of quarterbacks and coaches are anything but interfering dads. In fact, Archie Manning and Jack Harbaugh are just as influenced by their successful sons as their boys are by them. Published June 15, 2013
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Associated Press
Police say a third suspect in the stabbing of Pittsburgh Steelers offensive lineman Mike Adams has been captured in Florida. Published June 14, 2013
By BARRY WILNER - Associated Press
Wide receiver Victor Cruz has signed his $2.879 million tender with the New York Giants. Published June 14, 2013
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Associated Press
Police say a third suspect in the stabbing of Pittsburgh Steelers offensive lineman Mike Adams has been captured in Florida. Published June 14, 2013
By JIM JOHNSON - Associated Press
Indianapolis Colts linebacker Robert Mathis wasn't all that thrilled being called for an offside penalty on the final day of minicamp this week. Published June 14, 2013
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Associated Press
Aug. 3 _ Pro Football Hall of Fame inductions, Canton, Ohio. Published June 13, 2013
By BARRY WILNER - Associated Press
Bring yourself to the game. Leave the cooler and backpack at home. Published June 13, 2013
By ARNIE STAPLETON - Associated Press
Willis McGahee's decision to skip offseason workouts isn't what cost the veteran running back his job with the Denver Broncos. Published June 13, 2013
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Associated Press
New York Jets running back Mike Goodson is due in court in New Jersey for a proceeding related to his arrest last month on drug and weapons charges. Published June 12, 2013
By DAVID ELFIN - Associated Press
Washington has no plans to change their offense despite Robert Griffin III's surgically repaired right knee that kept the quarterback out all spring and might keep him sidelined through the start of training camp on July 25. Published June 12, 2013