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Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jerry Jeudy said his four-finger gesture in a TikTok livestream referred to his daughter's age, not quarterback Deshaun Watson.

Coach Ben Johnson praised Case Keenum's performance against Philadelphia but declined to name a starter for Sunday, saying the staff will discuss options with Tyson Bagent now cleared from concussion protocol

The wide receiver recorded no statistics in his three-game return to New York, leading to a roster move ahead of Week 4 for the 2-1 Giants.

The league asked the Department of Homeland Security to take down a social media post that paired the former Eagles safety's hits with commentary on migrants at the U.S. border.

Jacksonville leads New England 14-3, Kansas City holds 14-7 edge over Miami as NFL Week 3 games reach the second quarter

The players' union said field conditions at Maracanã Stadium affect playability more than safety as teams prepare for Sunday's game in Rio de Janeiro

The players' union sent representatives to Rio de Janeiro to assess conditions at Maracanã Stadium before Sunday's matchup.

Sam Darnold will start Sunday against Washington after recovering from a glute injury, but Seattle will be without starting safeties Julian Love and Ty Okada

Green Bay fell to 1-2 with a 35-14 home loss to Atlanta, posting the worst rushing total in over 90 years as LaFleur questions what the offense does well

Cornerback Stephon Gilmore, 2019 Defensive Player of the Year and five-time Pro Bowl selection, signs one-day contract with New England to conclude his career.

Buffalo's $2.2 billion venue debuts in primetime, with Josh Allen scoring the first regular-season touchdown and fan energy forcing Detroit to struggle with communication.

Eight hats designed by Golisano Children's Hospital patients will benefit the Patricia Allen Fund

The Falcons QB participated fully Wednesday and shared first-team reps with Cooper Rush, but Atlanta has not confirmed its starter for Sunday.

Washington's $3.8 billion stadium, opening in 2030, will feature a continuous bowl and affordable fan seating modeled after the team's former home.

Buffalo hosts Detroit on Thursday Night Football in the $2.1 billion stadium's regular-season debut, with both teams entering 1-0.

Patrick Mahomes made his 2026 season debut and threw two touchdown passes as Kansas City defeated Denver in his first game back from injury.

The wide receiver plays his first regular-season game back at MetLife Stadium on Sunday night.

Philadelphia topped Washington 24-16 in Week 1, with Jalen Hurts throwing three touchdown passes to lead the Eagles.

C.J. Stroud and Houston agreed to postpone contract negotiations, betting on a rising quarterback market that could net him $70 million annually

The Rams' star defensive end admitted his season-opening loss to San Francisco was hampered by a knee issue that limited him through training camp

Patriots wide receiver A.J. Brown is questionable to return after suffering a right ankle injury in the third quarter against Seattle.

The league shifts the traditional Thursday opener to Wednesday to accommodate an Australia game and honor defending champion Seahawks

The National Football League commits to a long-term international strategy, targeting markets beyond the United States with annual games in multiple countries.

The 2026 NFL regular season opens in Seattle with a Super Bowl LX rematch, followed by the 49ers and Rams playing in Melbourne.

The 35-year-old three-time Defensive Player of the Year ends 2½ years of retirement to join a Los Angeles defense anchored by Myles Garrett

The 33-year-old wide receiver rejoins the franchise that drafted him in 2014 after signing a one-year deal in June.

Houston defensive end Will Anderson Jr. signed a three-year extension worth up to $150 million, making him the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history.

Linebacker Arvell Reese, the fifth overall pick, has impressed in padded practices with his physicality and football intelligence.

A viral fantasy football league eliminates any reward for the winner while imposing escalating consequences on every other team.

San Francisco acquired All-Pro receiver Mike Evans and defensive lineman Osa Odighizuwa ahead of a season that opens in Melbourne

The league will stop holding its annual All-Star game, citing declining viewership and player participation.

The SEC voted 16-0 to prohibit member schools from rostering athletes who declared for, signed with or appeared on rosters for NFL, NBA or WNBA teams.

Commissioner Greg Sankey gets explicit enforcement authority with penalties as the SEC and Big Ten unite to block NFL, NBA and WNBA players from rejoining college rosters.

Ticketing operations, security and last-minute coordination converge in one of pro sports' least visible behind-the-scenes roles.

Coach Todd Monken picked Watson over Shedeur Sanders after two preseason games; Watson opened his first QB1 press conference with an unprompted apology.

Coach Todd Monken chose Watson as Cleveland's Week 1 starter despite a rough final preseason outing, ending the quarterback competition that ran through training camp.

Kansas City tops a five-team group poised to bounce back after underperforming relative to their talent in 2025.

Tight end Dae'Quan Wright, claimed by Cleveland on waivers in August, has agreed to play for LSU in 2026 if he clears waivers—a rare path for an undrafted NFL free agent back to college

McAfee expands his ESPN role as the network prepares for its first Super Bowl telecast in February 2027

Carolina defeated Jacksonville in Week 2 exhibition play and officially added tight end Darren Waller to its roster.

The Minnesota Vikings receiver's moniker, born on social media, has become shorthand for his explosive play and record-setting performances.

Green Bay defeated Denver on the road and will close its preseason schedule at home against Arizona on Aug. 28

Danny Pinter's injury at Wednesday's practice accelerates Ethan Pocic's role in Baltimore's preseason rotation.

Nielsen's inaugural Scarborough NFL Fandom Index shows mid-sized legacy markets drive the sport's most intense fan engagement.

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Fernando Mendoza, the No. 1 overall pick, brings a meticulous preparation style developed since high school as he prepares for his preseason debut Thursday against Houston.

Commissioner Roger Goodell told a German broadcaster that overseas franchises will happen, with a foreign Super Bowl possible once a team is established abroad.

Washington waived WR Chris Hilton Jr. and guard Timothy McKay, placed DT D.J. Davidson on the retired list, then signed guard Max Scharping, center Daniel Brunskill and tackle Nicholas Petit-Frere.

Dallas brings back the veteran pass rusher, Adams suffers a season-ending knee injury with Minnesota, and Deshaun Watson edges Shedeur Sanders in Cleveland's preseason opener.

Love, the No. 3 overall pick, was hurt Thursday against Las Vegas; Arizona hopes he returns for the Sept. 13 opener against the Chargers.

Coach Ben Johnson said the second-round pick who ruptured his patellar tendon in January's playoff win over Green Bay is ahead of schedule, making a return to practice before the season a real possibility.