4+ day, 8+ hour ago   (422+ words) The Guardians announced Wednesday morning that the Cleveland Browns cornerback has purchased a minority share in the franchise. Ward bought a small share of David Blitzer's 35% stake. Blitzer, the Guardians vice chairman, can become the controlling owner after the 2027 season…...

4+ day, 11+ hour ago   (451+ words) The longtime Pittsburgh Steelers defensive tackle said Wednesday that the mechanism which lets teams retain control over their players beyond the length of their current contract is "stupid." "It hampers players," the seven-time Pro Bowler said. "Why should any team…...

4+ day, 11+ hour ago   (397+ words) The Seahawks were held to just a field goal through three quarters as Lock and the offense struggled to move the ball after Darnold injured his hip on the opening drive. But the costly interceptions by last season’s MVP runner-up…...

5+ day, 11+ hour ago   (353+ words) New England Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez has the long-term job security he's been seeking all offseason. Both people spoke on condition of anonymity because the team hasn’t announced the contract. One of the people said Gonzalez is getting $102 million guaranteed....

5+ day, 8+ hour ago   (413+ words) The person spoke on condition of anonymity Tuesday because the team hasn't announced the contract extension. Mayfield revived his career in Tampa Bay after replacing Tom Brady in 2023. He was entering the final season of his three-year, $100 million deal with…...

6+ day, 11+ hour ago   (386+ words) Flanigan's father and grandfather, both named Jim Flanigan, each played for the Green Bay Packers. After scoring on a 3-yard touchdown catch in the first quarter of No. 4 Notre Dame's 41-13 victory over Wisconsin on Sunday night at Lambeau Field, Flanigan…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago   (748+ words) As the NFL prepares to celebrate defending Super Bowl champion Seattle and then make a much-anticipated debut in Melbourne, Australia, the league won't be able to avoid some unsavory story lines. The NFL placed three players, including one who otherwise…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago   (338+ words) The Pro Football Hall of Fame is overhauling the selection process by eliminating a separate category for senior players, cutting the selection committee nearly in half and returning to in-person meetings. The Basketball Hall of Fame has a 24-person voting…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago   (918+ words) The last play of the 2025 regular season determined the winner of the AFC North. Then Baltimore and Pittsburgh -- the two teams playing in that game -- soon entered new eras. Gone are coaches John Harbaugh and Mike Tomlin. The former spent…...

1+ week, 5+ day ago   (771+ words) "I just think it's embarrassing where we're at in college football -- and we've been there for a while, so," Swinney said ahead of Clemson's season opener at No. 11 LSU on Saturday night. Former Cleveland Browns tight end Dae'Quan Wright began…...