Football
Drake Maye is being more vocal and it’s already paying off as he prepares for Year 3 with Patriots
Drake Maye played the best football of his young NFL career during his first season working with New England Patriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels.
Packers tight end Tucker Kraft takes major step forward in his return from torn ACL
Green Bay Packers tight end Tucker Kraft is off the physically unable to perform list and excited to be back practicing - even without a contract extension that would give him financial security in the event of another injury.
Falcons announce death of defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich’s wife, Cristina, at 48
The Atlanta Falcons announced that Cristina Ulbrich, the wife of defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich, has died. She was 48.
Big Ten believes its reputation as a top-heavy league is unfair as it claims conference supremacy
In the debate over which college football conference is strongest, the Southeastern Conference argues its superior depth makes up for the Big Ten winning the last three national titles.
Chiefs: Talks underway to host Super Bowl, Final Four in new $3B domed replacement for Arrowhead
The Kansas City Chiefs are lining up to host the Super Bowl and Final Four in their $3 billion domed replacement for aging Arrowhead Stadium, which has yet to break ground but is expected to be ready in time for the 2031 football season.
Ravens’ Derrick Henry enters season No. 11 and says he isn’t thinking about retirement
Even Derrick Henry, the backfield bulldozer who has remained a force in the NFL into his 30s, will allow himself occasional "cheat days" from his health regimen.
Raiders hope Linderbaum’s addition and Miller’s return to health boost ailing offensive line
Raiders general manager John Spytek didn't hesitate to try to improve the NFL's worst offensive line, a unit that made life miserable last season for quarterback Geno Smith and running back Ashton Jeanty.
Packers’ Nixon says hamstring tightness caused him to miss first practice
Green Bay Packers cornerback Keisean Nixon wanted no part of any conversation about his contract situation Thursday.
Sam Darnold uninterested in narratives about him, but ready to help Seahawks defend Super Bowl crown
Less than six months removed from his first NFL title, Sam Darnold briefly chuckled to himself.
Saints receiver Chris Olave agrees to a 4-year extension worth up to $132 million
The New Orleans Saints and top receiver Chris Olave have agreed on a four-year contract extension worth up to $132 million.
In NIL stalemate, Cruz insists new $48M cap would be a hard cap. SEC, Big Ten not convinced
One key difference between Senate negotiators and the conferences still holding out on proposed legislation to regulate college sports is whether language in the bill would truly create a "hard salary cap" that would eliminate many third-party payments that have sent roster costs skyrocketing.
Browns sign safety Grant Delpit to a 3-year, $48 million extension
Safety Grant Delpit signed his three-year, $48 million extension with the Cleveland Browns on Thursday.
Still no target for a return, Malik Nabers on the field at Giants training camp sparks optimism
Malik Nabers insists he does not know what the "PUP" list means - the place where players land if they are physically unable to perform at the start of training camp.
Indiana’s Curt Cignetti is ‘stalking complacency’ as Hoosiers get ready to begin their title defense
Indiana coach Curt Cignetti says he's "stalking complacency" as he makes sure there's no championship hangover now that he's orchestrated one of the most remarkable turnarounds in college football history.
Titans’ new-look defensive front eager to ‘get pads on’ in Robert Saleh’s fast defense
Defensive end Jeremiah Johnson II cannot wait until the Tennessee Titans finally put the pads on.
Chicago Bears banking on better speed to bolster a defense that’s still adjusting to new lineup
During a Thursday training camp practice when Caleb Williams had difficulty finding an incompletion, the Chicago Bears also had to face the downside.
Broderick Jones is not worrying about his future in Pittsburgh, being healthy is enough
At the time, Broderick Jones thought it was no big deal.
