Football News
Vikings awarded the Super Bowl for 2018
Miami Herald - 21 May 2014 03:30
The Super Bowl is coming back to Minnesota in early 2018, along with it coming hope that the Vikings could head-butt history and become the first hosts to win on a Lombardi Trophy on their home turf.
Former Wyoming quarterback released
Miami Herald - 21 May 2014 23:16
Former Wyoming quarterback Brett Smith has been released by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Giants Look to Bolster Offense With Tight End Snubbed in the Draft
The New York Times - 21 May 2014 05:03
Xavier Grimble of Southern California was passed over because injuries limited his production last season, but the Giants said he was the kind of complete player they were looking for.
NFL Headed for Expanded Playoffs in 2015
The New York Times - 21 May 2014 23:19
Giants owner John Mara broke into a wry smile when pressed on his opposition to expanding the NFL playoffs by two teams.
Chiefs sign quarterback Murray to contract
Miami Herald - 21 May 2014 23:16
The Chiefs have signed quarterback Aaron Murray, their fifth-round pick, leaving only first-round pick Dee Ford among their unsigned players from this year's draft.
Hoyer Ready to Take on Manziel for Browns' QB Job
The New York Times - 21 May 2014 23:13
Unlike most Clevelanders, Brian Hoyer didn't jump up and down or cheer when he heard the Browns drafted Johnny Manziel.
Falcons sign No. 6 pick Matthews
Miami Herald - 21 May 2014 23:00
The Atlanta Falcons have agreed to terms on contracts with first-round draft pick Jake Matthews and second-round selection Ra'Shede Hageman.
Mathis Apologizes to Teammates for Suspension
The New York Times - 21 May 2014 22:59
NFL sacks champion Robert Mathis made one thing clear Wednesday: He's coming back this season as a motivated man.
Graziano: Browns fumbling with Manziel
ESPN - 21 May 2014 22:25
Early issues appear minor but could indicate team is unprepared for Manziel-mania
SI Now: Browns need wins from Manziel, not cameras
Sports Illustrated - 21 May 2014 22:13
Johnny Manziel is helping to make Cleveland the center of the sports universe, but he'll be judged by wins, not cameras.
Cardinals sign 3 more draft picks
Miami Herald - 21 May 2014 22:11
The Arizona Cardinals have signed three more draft picks — quarterback Logan Thomas of Virginia Tech, defensive lineman Ed Stinson of Alabama and wide receiver Walt Powell of Murray State.
Auction of Silverdome assets is delayed 3 weeks
Miami Herald - 21 May 2014 21:45
An auction of thousands of items housed inside the rundown Pontiac Silverdome has been put on hold.
Suh at Practice, Talks Contract, 2010 Draft
The New York Times - 21 May 2014 21:41
Ndamukong Suh was back with his teammates at practice, and he was almost done talking to reporters when he made an odd reference to the beginning of his career with the Detroit Lions.
Mathis: I should have gotten permission first
ESPN - 21 May 2014 21:06
Colts linebacker Robert Mathis says if he could do it over again, he would've checked before taking a substance banned by the NFL.
Suh says he chose Lions over others in 2010
ESPN - 21 May 2014 21:05
Ndamukong Suh, who was picked second in the 2010 draft, said it was his choice to go to the Detroit Lions instead of somewhere else.
Extra Points: If you build it, the NFL will come
Miami Herald - 21 May 2014 20:45
The new Minnesota Vikings stadium isn't quite a "Field of Dreams" just yet but it has proven that if you build a state-of-the-art facility the NFL will use its signature event as a reward, no matter the outpost.
Charges dropped against Melton in bar case
ESPN - 21 May 2014 20:23
Criminal charges have been dropped against Cowboys defensive tackle Henry Melton over a 2013 altercation at a Dallas-area bar.
Charges dismissed against Melton in Texas bar case
Miami Herald - 21 May 2014 20:00
Criminal charges have been dropped against Cowboys defensive tackle Henry Melton over a 2013 altercation at a Dallas-area bar.
Buffalo Bills officially for sale with new hires
Miami Herald - 21 May 2014 19:51
The "for sale" sign is up at the Buffalo Bills with the hiring of financial and legal advisers who may begin talking with prospective buyers within the next month.
Suh at practice, talks contract, 2010 draft
Miami Herald - 21 May 2014 19:41
Ndamukong Suh is practicing with the Detroit Lions again, and he says his approach to this offseason isn't much different from any other year.
Bills hire firms to facilitate sale of franchise
ESPN - 21 May 2014 19:30
The Buffalo Bills have retained investment bank Morgan Stanley and law firm Proskauer Rose to serve as financial and legal advisers, respectively, in the team's upcoming sale.
NFL Power Rankings
Sports Illustrated - 21 May 2014 19:26
An offseason of tweaks and recalibration is nearly in the books. Where do all the 32 NFL teams stand?