The statue of former Washington Redskins owner George Preston Marshall, who nicknamed his team the Redskins and was the last NFL owner to integrate his franchise, was removed Friday from outside the team’s former home at RFK Stadium in D.C.
President Trump on Friday dinged Dr. Anthony Fauci, the government’s top infectious diseases expert, over suggestions that football season could be canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic.
The Washington Redskins are giving employees the day off Friday to observe Juneteenth, the holiday commemorating the end of slavery.
Oklahoma State coach Mike Gundy apologized Tuesday for wearing a T-shirt featuring the logo of One America News Network (OAN), saying he was “disgusted” to learn about the network’s coverage on Black Lives Matter.
Alcohol is suspected in a hit-and-run crash that led to the arrest of New York Giants kicker Aldrick Rosas in Northern California, authorities said Tuesday.
The NFL will bring the Pro Bowl to Las Vegas for the first time in 2021, the league announced Tuesday.
An unidentified San Francisco 49ers player has reportedly tested positive for COVID-19 after an informal workout with teammates in Tennessee.
The New York Jets have agreed to terms with Baylor wide receiver Denzel Mims, their second-round draft pick in April, a person with knowledge of the deal tells The Associated Press.
San Francisco 49ers receiver Richie James Jr. has broken his right wrist during offseason workouts and won’t be ready to return to the field until after the start of training camp.
NFL players and coaches went home in March and stayed there for the next few months, along with most of the world.
The Minnesota Twins removed a statue of former owner Calvin Griffith at Target Field, citing his racist remarks in 1978 and saying the team could no longer “remain silent.”
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NFL Network and NFL RedZone went dark on DISH Network and Sling TV Thursday night as both sides try to reach a new distribution agreement.
The Southeastern Conference is considering barring league championship events in Mississippi until the state changes its Confederate-based flag.
A person with direct knowledge of the situation says All-Pro safety Jamal Adams has requested a trade from the New York Jets amid a contract dispute.
Cam Heyward is well-versed in the sometimes messy optics associated with taking a stand against social injustice.
The Cleveland Browns will induct kick return specialist Josh Cribbs and wide receiver Webster Slaughter into their Legends club this season.
Alabama and Ohio State have scheduled a home-and-home football series for the 2027 and 2028 seasons.
Dalvin Cook logged off last week from virtual team activities with the Minnesota Vikings, no longer willing to participate until he has secured a new contract.
Frequently suspended wide receiver Josh Gordon has applied to the NFL for reinstatement, a person with knowledge of the move told The Associated Press.
San Francisco 49ers receiver Deebo Samuel underwent surgery Thursday after breaking a bone in his left foot during informal workouts with teammates in Tennessee.
The University of Florida is ending its “gator bait” cheer at football games and other sports events because of its racial connotations, the school's president announced Thursday in a letter making several other similar changes on campus.
