Football News
N.F.L. Roundup: Giants' Top Pick Practices, but Not at Full Strength
The New York Times - 8 Aug 2014 05:37
Receiver Odell Beckham Jr. caught punts and made cuts during practice on Wednesday but still could not provide a timetable for when he might return to full strength.
Governor open to new stadium to keep Bills
ESPN - 8 Aug 2014 23:44
Gov. Andrew Cuomo says he wants to do everything he can to keep the Buffalo Bills in New York and would consider a new stadium if necessary.
Ray Rice draws standing ovation from Ravens fans
Miami Herald - 8 Aug 2014 23:29
When Ravens running Ray Rice exited the tunnel and was introduced to the home crowd during Thursday's preseason opener against the 49ers, he drew a standing ovation.
Miami Dolphins starting safety Reshad Jones suspended 4 games for failed drug test
Miami Herald - 8 Aug 2014 22:10Ex-NFL player Sharper facing evidence hearing
ESPN - 8 Aug 2014 20:16
A preliminary hearing has been set for Sept. 16 for former NFL All-Pro safety Darren Sharper on charges that he drugged and raped two women he met at a West Hollywood nightclub.
Giants' Herman suspended four games
Miami Herald - 8 Aug 2014 19:38
New York Giants offensive lineman Eric Herman has been suspended without pay for the first four games of the season for violating the NFL's policy on performance-enhancing substances.
No Change With Jets QBs: Still Smith, Then Vick
The New York Times - 8 Aug 2014 19:27
Geno Smith: three points. Michael Vick: seven.
No charge yet for Pittsburgh Steelers’ Maurkice Pouncey, as prosecutors mull options
Miami Herald - 8 Aug 2014 19:16
Police believe they have enough evidence to charge Maurkice Pouncey with misdemeanor battery, but the decision ultimately falls to the State Attorney’s Office, which is not yet ready to pursue.
Extra Points: Round 1 offers no answers in Jets' QB derby
Miami Herald - 8 Aug 2014 19:08
When the red light goes dim and the braggadocio is turned off Rex Ryan has to have some self-reflective moments.
McNair: Questioned if Manziel would 'fit in'
ESPN - 8 Aug 2014 18:30
Houston Texans owner Bob McNair said his team had concerns about whether Johnny Manziel would fit in with its plans.
Chiefs unsteady, uneven in preseason opener
Miami Herald - 8 Aug 2014 18:29
Depending on which part of the Chiefs' preseason opener Andy Reid chose to watch, he could have come away thrilled about the prospects for the season or deeply depressed.
Texans open to possibility of tagging Watt
ESPN - 8 Aug 2014 18:25
Houston Texans owner Bob McNair says the team is open to the possibility of placing the franchise tag on J.J. Watt
Favre has no regrets about football career
ESPN - 8 Aug 2014 18:00
Retired NFL quarterback Brett Favre says it's unfortunate the way things ended in Green Bay six years ago, but that he's proud of his 16 years with the Packers and has no regrets.
Favre looks forward, no regrets about career
Miami Herald - 8 Aug 2014 17:59
Retired NFL quarterback Brett Favre says it's unfortunate the way things ended in Green Bay six years ago, but that he's proud of his 16 years with the Packers and has no regrets.
Draft pick takes lead in Redskins kicker battle
Miami Herald - 8 Aug 2014 15:45
Kai Forbath was on the field for five plays, and they might have cost him his roster spot with the Washington Redskins.
Fantasy Football: Wide Receiver Primer
The New York Times - 8 Aug 2014 15:24
A look at some of the different approaches when drafting a fantasy football wide receiver along with sleeper, bust and breakout picks.
Vikings begin preseason outdoors
Miami Herald - 8 Aug 2014 14:24
For the first time in 32 years, the Minnesota Vikings will play an entire season outdoors.
NFL Calendar
The New York Times - 8 Aug 2014 14:09
Aug. 26 -- Teams must reduce rosters to maximum of 75 active players.
Mark Purdy: No need to hype great athletic feats
Miami Herald - 8 Aug 2014 10:00
SAN JOSE, Calif.-Colin Kaepernick played just one series at quarterback for the 49ers in Thursday's exhibition opener at Baltimore. He threw one pass, for a 17-yard gain. He handed off the ball several times. Then he sat...
Broncos edge Seahawks in preseason opener, 21-16
Miami Herald - 8 Aug 2014 10:00
DENVER - As might have been expected of two teams last seen playing in the Super Bowl, there were more than a few sparks.
Broncos edge past Seahawks
Sky Sports - 8 Aug 2014 09:10
The Denver Broncos beat the Seattle Seahawks 21-16 in a pre-season matchup of last season's Super Bowl combatants.
Denver outlasts flags, delay to edge Seattle
ESPN - 8 Aug 2014 08:48
The Super Bowl teams slogged through a preseason opener delayed by lightning and a flurry of flags Thursday night before linebacker Steven Jackson's end zone interception of Terrelle Pryor's pass sealed the Denver Bronco...