Football News
Back home from Russia, Davis regroups for football
Miami Herald - 25 Feb 2014 23:59
Vernon Davis is back in the Bay Area following a whirlwind, three-night visit to the Sochi Olympics as USA Curling's honorary captain, and the 49ers tight end is now ready to resume his regular offseason training regimen...
Extra Points: Is Clowney in play for Texans?
Miami Herald - 25 Feb 2014 23:37
Bill O'Brien was brought to the Lone Star State to fix the quarterback problems in Houston, but that doesn't mean it's a fait accompli the Texans will be taking a signal caller with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2014 NFL...
Unlikely Partners: Rookie Agents and Gay Player
The New York Times - 25 Feb 2014 23:30
If life has been dizzying for Michael Sam since announcing he would try to forge an N.F.L. career as a publicly gay man, it has been no less head-spinning for the men Sam is entrusting to manage it.
Miami Dolphins help introduce anti-bullying bill in state legislature
Miami Herald - 25 Feb 2014 23:24
The Florida Legislature on Tuesday introduced a bill in hopes of ending bullying from the high school to pro level. The move came following a New York University study on bullying that was suggested by Dolphins owner Ste...
Roby, Gaines are the big winners of Day 4
Sports Illustrated - 25 Feb 2014 23:07
Phillip Gaines was one unheralded defensive back with a strong showing at Day 4 of the combine.
Roy Simmons, 57, Lineman Who Later Came Out as Gay, Dies
The New York Times - 25 Feb 2014 22:51
Simmons, who played three years for the Giants and went to the 1984 Super Bowl with the Redskins, kept his sexuality a secret until 1992 despite a raucous social life.
Manziel, Bridgewater crank up the hype for Pro Day
Sports Illustrated - 25 Feb 2014 22:37
Teddy Bridgewater's decision not to throw at the combine only cranks up the pressure for his Pro Day, says Doug Farrar.
With tensions rising, 2014 could be make-or-break for Jim Harbaugh
Sports Illustrated - 25 Feb 2014 22:11
Tensions are rising in San Francisco, and it could lead to a make-or-break season for coach Jim Harbaugh.
Panthers Pro Bowl left tackle Gross to retire
ESPN - 25 Feb 2014 20:59
Carolina Panthers Pro Bowl left tackle Jordan Gross will retire, the team announced Tuesday.
Panthers' tackle Gross to retire
Miami Herald - 25 Feb 2014 20:30
Carolina Panthers offensive tackle Jordan Gross is expected to announce his retirement.
Ross-supported proposals would combat bullying
Miami Herald - 25 Feb 2014 19:24
In the wake of the Miami Dolphins' bullying scandal, the NYU sports and society program proposed a range of initiatives Tuesday for youth athletics to combat intolerant behavior in sports.
Hall of Famer Dawson to receive Lamar Hunt Award
Miami Herald - 25 Feb 2014 19:04
Hall of Fame quarterback and broadcaster Len Dawson will be honored with the Lamar Hunt Award for Professional Football at the 101 Awards gala on Saturday.
Fox: 49ers should extend Harbaugh's deal
ESPN - 25 Feb 2014 18:40
S.F. must extend coach's deal before more teams believe he could be poached
Tripp best linebacker in 20-yard shuttle
Miami Herald - 25 Feb 2014 18:19
Former University of Montana linebacker Jordan Tripp worked out for scouts at the NFL Combine, finishing in the top 10 in five of the six drills.
Justin Gilbert, Darqueze Dennard among notable cornerbacks in 2014 NFL draft class
Sports Illustrated - 25 Feb 2014 16:57
The draft features a bevy of talented wideouts -- and several corners capable of shutting them down.
Boomer: Who impressed at the NFL combine?
Sports Illustrated - 25 Feb 2014 16:38
Which prospect most impressed me at the combine in Indy? It wasn't Texas A&M's Johnny Manziel.
Mike and Mike
ESPN - 25 Feb 2014 16:14
MIKE & MIKE
Top duo star in Combine
Sky Sports - 25 Feb 2014 15:38
The Combine is the biggest NFL off-season event outside of the Draft, where teams get to see the top college prospects put through their paces to prove they have what it takes to thrive in the big league.
25 years of Jerry Jones: The day that changed the Dallas Cowboys
Miami Herald - 25 Feb 2014 15:12
Feb. 25, 1989, is one of those dates - if you were alive - you'll always remember and where you were when you found out that "it" had happened.
Mike Preston: Dennis Pitta should be paid a tight end's salary
Miami Herald - 25 Feb 2014 15:12
The Ravens and Dennis Pitta are still far from reaching a new contract, but hopefully they aren't haggling over whether Pitta should get paid as a wide receiver or a tight end.
Tannehill keen to move on
Sky Sports - 25 Feb 2014 13:48
Miami Dolphins quarterback Ryan Tannehill is confident the team can now move on from the bullying scandal that rocked the NFL now that the Ted Wells report has been released, as he promises to be more of a leader in the ...
Tim Kawakami: Harbaugh at center of 49ers storm
Miami Herald - 25 Feb 2014 10:00
The NFL scouting combine is wrapping up and, yes, Jim Harbaugh will still very much be the 49ers coach when the last stopwatch clicks and interview winds down.