Football News
Goodell welcomes Sam, says 'good for him'
ESPN - 13 Feb 2014 07:51
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell expressed public support for Michael Sam for the first time Wednesday night, three days after the All-American defensive lineman from Missouri that he is gay during an interview with ESPN's...
Sports Briefing: New Deal and Title for Elway
The New York Times - 13 Feb 2014 05:59
The Denver Broncos extended the contract of John Elway, which was set to expire after the 2014 season, through 2017 and added general manager to his title of executive vice president.
Free Agency Primer: NFC West
Sports Illustrated - 13 Feb 2014 00:21
It's home to the reigning Super Bowl champion and a title contender. What's next for the NFC West?
Lions releasing Burleson, Delmas
Miami Herald - 13 Feb 2014 23:44
The Detroit Lions have released wide receiver Nate Burleson and safety Louis Delmas, two starters from last season's team.
Fisher says Williams was first choice for D
ESPN - 13 Feb 2014 23:30
From the moment he accepted the job as the St. Louis Rams head coach in 2012, Jeff Fisher wanted Gregg Williams as his defensive coordinator.
Lions cut Burleson, avoid $7.5M cap charge
ESPN - 13 Feb 2014 23:21
The Detroit Lions have released veteran wide receiver Nate Burleson, according to his agent, Ken Sarnoff, as well as safety Louis Delmas.
Will free agency let AFC South catch up to Indy?
Sports Illustrated - 13 Feb 2014 21:54
Antonio Smith, Donald Brown, Chad Henne, and Alterraun Verner will provide compelling decisions for their teams. (Getty Images [4])
Merrill: A season of significance at Missouri
ESPN - 13 Feb 2014 20:49
Michael Sam's coaches, teammates showed support. But it wasn't perfect, either.
O'Leary not ready to say Bortles will be star
ESPN - 13 Feb 2014 20:37
Blake Bortles' college coach at UCF isn't ready to label him a franchise quarterback.
The All-Emerge Team
Sports Illustrated - 13 Feb 2014 18:57
OK, enough: Let's talk about next season. These offensive players are serious breakout candidates.
Extra Points: Incognito resurfaces as Twitter bully
Miami Herald - 13 Feb 2014 17:57
What's more dangerous, a loaded gun or a high-profile athlete with no filter on Twitter?
Franchise Concerns
Sports Illustrated - 13 Feb 2014 17:44
The Panthers and Saints must beware an improved division. But first: Can they keep two key players?
Film study: What we learned about Michael Sam's skills
Sports Illustrated - 13 Feb 2014 16:39
After studying nearly every snap of Michael Sam's '13 season, here's what we learned about his skills.
Richie Incognito directs Twitter rant against Jonathan Martin
Miami Herald - 13 Feb 2014 10:00
Richie Incognito went on the offensive again Wednesday, issuing a barrage of tweets that said the truth "is going to bury" Jonathan Martin and going so far as to say Martin, a fellow Dolphins offensive lineman, told him ...
Miami Dolphins would welcome gay player Michael Sam 'with open arms,' owner Stephen Ross says
Miami Herald - 13 Feb 2014 10:00
Few NFL locker rooms are viewed as skeptically as the Miami Dolphins' - thanks to the team's still-unfolding bullying scandal.
Greg Cote: New coaching gig part of healing process for Sean Taylor’s father
Miami Herald - 13 Feb 2014 07:01
Florida City is a little agricultural burg about as far south as you can go in Miami-Dade County. You drop any farther on the map and you’re probably headed to Key West. That makes Florida City about halfway to paradis...
Richie Incognito jabs Miami Dolphins teammate Jonathan Martin, agent in latest tweets
Miami Herald - 13 Feb 2014 07:01
Richie Incognito, who sent out a series of tweets last week criticizing the NFL’s investigation of the Miami Dolphins’ bullying scandal, added some more strong tweets Wednesday.
Broncos give John Elway contract extension, GM title
L.A. Times - 13 Feb 2014 06:33Fox: Ultimately, Sam's story is about football
ESPN - 13 Feb 2014 06:18
Michael Sam's playing ability eventually should matter more than his sexuality
Browns owner Jimmy Haslam sought advice before making big decision
Miami Herald - 13 Feb 2014 05:36
Cleveland Browns owner Jimmy Haslam sought advice from Pro Football Hall of Fame coach Bill Parcells - and maybe a whole lot more.
NFL Mock Draft 2014: An Early Look At Potential First Round Picks
IBTimes - 13 Feb 2014 04:32
Missouri defensive end Michael Sam has dominated headlines this week after announcing to the world that he is gay, and the co-SEC Defensive Player of the Year will likely be the first openly gay player to don an NFL jers...
Raiders add CFL's Sheets to running back mix
ESPN - 13 Feb 2014 02:50
The Oakland Raiders signed running back Kory Sheets from the Canadian Football League on Wednesday.