Football
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.
From ‘stay away’ to the bleachers: Deion Sanders visits Browns’ camp as Shedeur vies for starting QB
Shedeur Sanders asked his father, Pro Football Hall of Famer Deion Sanders, not to come to his first training camp with the Cleveland Browns last year.
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.
Sean Payton reflects on Drew Brees’ Hall of Fame career ahead of QB’s enshrinement
Drew Brees has especially been on Sean Payton's mind lately.
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.
Pennsylvania high school football coaches accused of hiding hazing assault on player
Ten people connected to a Pennsylvania high school football team, including four coaches, are facing criminal charges after a 15-year-old player was allegedly assaulted twice in the locker room and coaches chose to keep the matter quiet.
Bucs’ Mayfield joins growing list of disgruntled stars at NFL training camps
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield joined a growing list of disgruntled players at NFL training camps on Thursday. The Pro Bowler told reporters that he felt "disrespected" and "undervalued" by his team's recent contract offer.
LOVERRO: High-voltage Daniels can fuel reenergized Commanders
There's a "ton of energy" in the building. That's one of the messages Adam Peters, Commanders general manager, shared Tuesday in his training camp kickoff press conference.
Burrow embraces Bengals’ training camp urgency as tempers flare during 1st practice
Joe Burrow traveled during the offseason. He purchased a telescope and said that he looked at "galaxies, nebula, planets and moons."
Quinnen Williams wants to make his mark on Cowboys’ new-look defense
The Dallas Cowboys opened training camp on Wednesday looking for significant improvement after fielding one of the NFL's worst defenses last season.
Packers eager to extend Tucker Kraft’s deal soon. And the feeling is mutual
Tucker Kraft and the Green Bay Packers haven't agreed on a contract extension just yet, but the star tight end and his team are on the same page regarding the timing of a new deal.
‘Bigger, faster, stronger’: Commanders bring focus on fitness, physiques to training camp
As if football players weren't already athletic enough, the Washington Commanders opened their first training camp practice on Wednesday "bigger, faster and stronger" after making athletic conditioning a guiding principle for the offseason.
Lamar Jackson on being ranked 69th in the NFL Top 100 list: ‘It is what it is’
As much as Lamar Jackson might try to stay away from divisive social media topics, at least one broke through this offseason.