Goodell: NFL appeal of Watson suspension ‘right thing to do’
By TOM WITHERS AP Sports Writer BEREA, Ohio (AP) — NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell says he feels the league needed to keep pushing for a year-long…
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Sean McVay reveals he has contract extension with LA Rams
By GREG BEACHAM AP Sports Writer IRVINE, Calif. (AP) — Coach Sean McVay says he has finalized his contract extension with the Los Angeles Rams.…
Continue ReadingChiefs’ Fenton off PUP list; DT Shelton agrees to deal
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (AP) — Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Rashad Fenton has returned from the physically unable to perform list. That gives him plenty…
Continue ReadingPhillies slugger Harper likely to stay as DH when he returns
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Philadelphia Phillies slugger Bryce Harper is likely to continue as the team’s designated hitter and might not play the…
Continue ReadingDynamo Kyiv reaches Champions League playoffs; PSV advances
By GRAHAM DUNBAR AP Sports Writer GENEVA (AP) — Dynamo Kyiv’s unlikely run toward the Champions League group stage is still on. Dynamo got extra…
Continue ReadingPackers experimenting on O-line with Bakhtiari, Jenkins out
By STEVE MEGARGEE AP Sports Writer GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — The uncertain status of their top two blockers has caused the Green Bay Packers to…
Continue ReadingSerena Williams: 23 Grand Slam singles titles and much more
By HOWARD FENDRICH AP Tennis Writer Serena Williams acknowledges that she will be stepping away from her professional tennis career soon. She turns…
Continue ReadingBlue Jays sign OF Jackie Bradley Jr. to 1-year deal
BALTIMORE (AP) — The Toronto Blue Jays have signed veteran outfielder Jackie Bradley Jr. to a one-year contract. They announced the move before…
Continue ReadingHurricanes re-sign Necas; Pacioretty to have surgery
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Hurricanes have re-signed forward Martin Necas to a two-year, $6 million contract, though new acquisition Max…
Continue ReadingHighsmith seeks to make bigger impact on Steelers defense
By DAN SCIFO Associated Press LATROBE, Pa. (AP) — Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker Alex Highsmith starred on the right side during his first…
Continue ReadingBrowns’ Jakeem Grant suffers Achilles injury in practice
By TOM WITHERS AP Sports Writer BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Cleveland Browns wide receiver and return specialist Jakeem Grant was carted off the field with…
Continue ReadingInterim chair is 1st woman to lead Hockey Canada board
CALGARY, Alberta (AP) — Andrea Skinner has been appointed interim chair of Hockey Canada’s board of directors amid scrutiny of the organization…
Continue ReadingFury announces comeback, plans for 3rd fight vs. Chisora
LONDON (AP) — Tyson Fury has announced a return to boxing and has his sights set on a third bout against fellow Briton Derek Chisora. Fury said…
Continue ReadingMarshawn Lynch, ex-NFL, booked on suspicion of DUI in Vegas
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Former NFL running back Marshawn Lynch was arrested Tuesday in Las Vegas on suspicion of driving impaired, according to police.…
Continue ReadingTitans add pair of safeties in Adrian Colbert, Elijah Benton
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Tennessee Titans signed a pair of safeties Tuesday, adding Adrian Colbert and Elijah Benton. The Titans also waived…
Continue ReadingFelix Rosenqvist clarifies contract situation with McLaren
By JENNA FRYER AP Auto Racing Writer Felix Rosenqvist has clarified his contract situation with McLaren Racing as the Swedish driver is now caught in…
Continue ReadingMore injury concerns for American forward Daryl Dike
WEST BROMWICH, England (AP) — West Bromwich Albion’s American forward Daryl Dike is facing another injury layoff, which could damage his chances…
Continue ReadingCowboys give Turpin shot at NFL amid backdrop of TCU assault
By SCHUYLER DIXON AP Pro Football Writer OXNARD, Calif. (AP) — KaVontae Turpin is getting his first chance in the NFL with the Dallas Cowboys…
Continue ReadingCommanders’ Rivera fires defensive line coach Sam Mills III
ASHBURN, Va. (AP) — Washington Commanders coach Ron Rivera has fired defensive line coach Sam Mills III and promoted Jeff Zgonina from his role as…
Continue ReadingBroncos sale to Walton group unanimously OKed by NFL owners
By DAVE CAMPBELL AP Pro Football Writer BLOOMINGTON, Minn. (AP) — The record $4.65 billion sale of the Denver Broncos to Walmart heir Rob Walton…
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