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Falcons franchise-leading receiver Julio Jones announces retirement after 13-year NFL career

Falcons franchise-leading receiver Julio Jones announces retirement after 13-year NFL career

Charles Odum, Associated Press  |  Posted April 4 - 5:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

Julio Jones, a seven-time Pro Bowl selection and the leading receiver in Atlanta Falcons history, announced his retirement on Friday.
Dale Earnhardt Jr. shifts gears with his No. 8 logo to avoid potential conflict with Lamar Jackson

Dale Earnhardt Jr. shifts gears with his No. 8 logo to avoid potential conflict with Lamar Jackson

The Associated Press  |  Posted April 4 - 4:20 p.m.  |  Save Story

NASCAR Hall of Famer Dale Earnhardt Jr. is shifting gears with his No. 8 merchandising.
Tight end Trey McBride agrees to 4-year deal with Cardinals, keeping him with team through 2029

Tight end Trey McBride agrees to 4-year deal with Cardinals, keeping him with team through 2029

David Brandt, Associated Press  |  Updated April 3 - 4:10 p.m.  |  Save Story

Star tight end Trey McBride has agreed to a four-year deal with the Arizona Cardinals as the franchise locks up one of the NFL's best young players through the 2029 season.
Patriots trade QB Milton to Cowboys, giving Dallas a new backup behind Dak Prescott

Patriots trade QB Milton to Cowboys, giving Dallas a new backup behind Dak Prescott

The Associated Press  |  Updated April 3 - 11:16 a.m.  |  Save Story

The New England Patriots have agreed to trade quarterback Joe Milton III to the Dallas Cowboys.
Here's how the new NFL rules on kickoffs and overtime will work

Here's how the new NFL rules on kickoffs and overtime will work

Josh Dubow, Associated Press  |  Updated April 2 - 12:38 p.m.  |  Save Story

The one-year trial version of the dynamic kickoff in the NFL led to an uptick in the return rate that wasn't quite as much as the league had hoped.
Super Bowl champ Richard Sherman joins long list of sports figures whose homes have been burglarized

Super Bowl champ Richard Sherman joins long list of sports figures whose homes have been burglarized

The Associated Press  |  Updated April 1 - 6:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

Former NFL player Richard Sherman is the latest sports figure whose home has been burglarized. The Super Bowl champion posted pictures and a video on social media asking if anyone recognized three armed intruders that broke into his house last weekend. Sherman was a three-time All-Pro and five-time Pro Bowl defensive back from 2011 to 2021 with Seattle, San Francisco and Tampa Bay. He helped the Seahawks win the Super Bowl in 2014. The FBI has warned sports leagues about crime organizations targeting professional athletes following a string of burglaries at the homes of prominent players.
NFL postpones a decision on the tush push but passes other rule changes

NFL postpones a decision on the tush push but passes other rule changes

Rob Maaddi, Associated Press  |  Updated April 1 - 4:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

A decision on the future of the tush push has been pushed until next month.
Steelers owner Art Rooney II sees 'positive signs' that Aaron Rodgers will join the team

Steelers owner Art Rooney II sees 'positive signs' that Aaron Rodgers will join the team

Rob Maaddi, Associated Press  |  Updated April 1 - 12:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

Steelers owner Art Rooney II says there are "positive signs" that Aaron Rodgers will play in Pittsburgh.
Falcons coach Raheem Morris doesn't rule out trading Kirk Cousins but intends to keep him as backup

Falcons coach Raheem Morris doesn't rule out trading Kirk Cousins but intends to keep him as backup

Rob Maaddi, Associated Press  |  Updated April 1 - 7:18 a.m.  |  Save Story

Kirk Cousins has told the Atlanta Falcons he wants to be a starter and coach Raheem Morris didn't rule out a trade while reiterating the team intends to keep him as the backup to Michael Penix Jr.
Browns owner Jimmy Haslam admits team 'took a big swing and miss' in trading for Deshaun Watson

Browns owner Jimmy Haslam admits team 'took a big swing and miss' in trading for Deshaun Watson

The Associated Press  |  Posted March 31 - 3:26 p.m.  |  Save Story

Cleveland co-owner Jimmy Haslam admitted that the Browns "took a big swing and miss" with their 2022 trade for quarterback Deshaun Watson.
Tush push is the hottest topic at the NFL league meetings

Tush push is the hottest topic at the NFL league meetings

Rob Maaddi, Associated Press  |  Updated March 31 - 1:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

Banning the "tush push" is gaining momentum.
Titans coach Brian Callahan says franchise QBs are 'priceless' and team is debating options at No. 1

Titans coach Brian Callahan says franchise QBs are 'priceless' and team is debating options at No. 1

Rob Maaddi, Associated Press  |  Posted March 31 - 8:13 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Tennessee Titans are debating whether they want to take a quarterback with the No. 1 pick in the NFL draft or trade it for more assets.
Steelers coach Mike Tomlin is talking to Aaron Rodgers, but he's comfortable starting Mason Rudolph

Steelers coach Mike Tomlin is talking to Aaron Rodgers, but he's comfortable starting Mason Rudolph

Rob Maaddi, Associated Press  |  Posted March 31 - 7:33 a.m.  |  Save Story

Mike Tomlin is staying in touch with Aaron Rodgers and is comfortable with Mason Rudolph as the starting quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Buffalo Bills agree to sign CB Christian Benford to 4-year, $76 million extension, AP source says

Buffalo Bills agree to sign CB Christian Benford to 4-year, $76 million extension, AP source says

John Wawrow, Associated Press  |  Posted March 29 - 11:39 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Buffalo Bills reached an agreement Saturday to sign cornerback Christian Benford to a four-year, $76 million contract extension in their latest offseason move to secure a young core player to a long-term deal, a person familiar with discussions confirmed to The Associated Press.
Ravens extend coach John Harbaugh by 3 years taking him through the 2028 season

Ravens extend coach John Harbaugh by 3 years taking him through the 2028 season

The Associated Press  |  Posted March 28 - 4:39 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Baltimore Ravens extended coach John Harbaugh's contract by three years, taking him through the 2028 season.
New Patriots receiver Stefon Diggs says he's ahead of schedule with rehab, eager to produce

New Patriots receiver Stefon Diggs says he's ahead of schedule with rehab, eager to produce

Kyle Hightower, Associated Press  |  Posted March 28 - 3:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

The years of Stefon Diggs being one of the most prolific receivers in the NFL have probably passed.
AP mock NFL draft 2.0: Titans take Cam Ward first and Giants take Shedeur Sanders at No. 3

AP mock NFL draft 2.0: Titans take Cam Ward first and Giants take Shedeur Sanders at No. 3

Rob Maaddi, Associated Press  |  Posted March 28 - 8:25 a.m.  |  Save Story

Cam Ward believes he solidified his shot to become the No. 1 pick in the NFL draft.
NFL Draft: How to watch, dates, draft order and potential top picks

NFL Draft: How to watch, dates, draft order and potential top picks

The Associated Press  |  Posted March 27 - 12:23 p.m.  |  Save Story

The NFL draft is less than a month away and there's still some uncertainty over who will be the top pick.
Newly signed Russell Wilson says he expects to be the Giants' starting QB this upcoming season

Newly signed Russell Wilson says he expects to be the Giants' starting QB this upcoming season

Dennis Waszak Jr., Associated Press  |  Updated March 26 - 8:16 p.m.  |  Save Story

Russell Wilson has bounced around the NFL the past few years, a one-time Super Bowl winner suddenly without a consistent home while facing doubts and critics about his play.
NFL competition committee proposes moving touchback to 35 and making dynamic kickoff permanent

NFL competition committee proposes moving touchback to 35 and making dynamic kickoff permanent

Josh Dubow, Associated Press  |  Updated March 26 - 4:50 p.m.  |  Save Story

The NFL competition committee is recommending making the dynamic kickoff rule permanent and moving touchbacks to the 35-yard line in hopes of generating even more returns.