NFL appeals 6-game suspension for Browns quarterback WatsonVideo
The NFL is appealing a disciplinary officer’s decision to suspend Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson for six games for violating the league’s personal conduct policy, giving Commissioner Roger Goodell or someone he designates authority to impose a stiffer penalty. Former federal judge Sue L. Robinson issued her ruling Monday after...
Mac Jones working through growing pains in new Patriots offenseVideo
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Mac Jones never has hidden the fact that he’s a perfectionist. His manic thirst to get everything right fits snugly within a New England Patriots culture built on its attention to detail. So after two days of padded practices in which the offense has struggled as it...
Plan B: Browns QB Jacoby Brissett ready to fill in for Deshaun WatsonVideo
BEREA, Ohio — Deshaun Watson’s suspension has forced the Browns to launch their backup plan — with the consummate backup quarterback. Jacoby Brissett, though, has never thought of himself as a second option. “I’m just another quarterback on the roster,” he said. With Watson being suspended six games — pending...
NFL hits Dolphins hard for tampering, dismisses Brian Flores’ allegations of tanking
Brian Flores and his representatives are less than satisfied with the scope of the NFL’s punishment levied against his former employer. Miami Dolphins owner Stephen Ross was suspended and fined $1.5 million Tuesday, and the team will forfeit a 2023 first-round pick and 2024 third-round selection for tampering. The NFL’s...
Browns get some clarity on Deshaun Watson, await closure
BEREA, Ohio — The Browns finally have some clarity on Deshaun Watson’s playing status. Now, they’re waiting for closure. It could be hours or days away. More than four months since Cleveland signed him to a five-year, $230 million contract, Watson was suspended six games without pay Monday by independent...
Explainer: Deshaun Watson discipline didn’t require legal charges
When two separate Texas grand juries declined to indict Deshaun Watson on criminal complaints stemming from allegations of sexual assault or harassment by 24 women, it didn’t clear the three-time Pro Bowl quarterback from facing consequences from the NFL. Watson and the Cleveland Browns found out the severity of his...
Browns QB Watson suspended 6 games, NFL weighs appeal
Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson was suspended for six games Monday after being accused by two dozen women in Texas of sexual misconduct during massage treatments, in what a disciplinary officer said was behavior “more egregious than any before reviewed by the NFL.” The punishment handed out by the game’s...
Reports: WR Deebo Samuel finalizing new deal with 49ersVideo
SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The San Francisco 49ers are finalizing a three-year contract extension with All-Pro receiver Deebo Samuel that will clear the way for their top offensive playmaker to return to the practice field. A person familiar with the deal said Sunday the sides are putting the finishing touches...
AP sources: Decision in Watson discipline case coming MondayVideo
A decision on discipline for Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson after accusations of sexual misconduct is coming Monday. Two people with knowledge of the situation told the Associated Press that retired judge Sue L. Robinson has informed the NFL and the NFL Players’ Association she’s ready to issue a ruling...
Penn State product Micah Parsons looks dominant and at home with CowboysVideo
OXNARD, Calif. — Dallas Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy has fielded one question more than any other since the end of the 2021 season. How can linebacker Micah Parsons improve on his sensational rookie campaign, which rivaled Hall of Famer Lawrence Taylor as one of the best in NFL history with...
Deshaun Watson gets muted reaction at Browns’ open practiceVideo
BEREA, Ohio — Deshaun Watson sprinted onto the field to a light round of cheers Saturday at the Cleveland Browns’ first open practice of training camp. The noticeably muted reaction reflected the uncertainty surrounding Cleveland’s controversial new quarterback. Watson was the focal point as the Browns worked out in front...
Pitt product Conner in prime, ready to carry rushing load for CardinalsVideo
GLENDALE, Ariz. — Arizona’s James Conner and a reporter were bantering back and forth after a training camp practice about how many touches he should have each game for the Cardinals to have a successful season. Possibly 10? 15? 20? “No number,” Conner said. “That would be foolish.” The reporter...
Amari Cooper catches on with Browns, quickly connects with Deshaun WatsonVideo
BEREA, Ohio — In his short time with Deshaun Watson, Browns wide receiver Amari Cooper has gained an appreciation for the quarterback’s skills. Cooper’s impressed with Watson as a runner, passer and playmaker. “He can do everything,” Cooper said Thursday. “I call him the magician.” Now, he’s hoping Watson doesn’t...
Commanders owner Dan Snyder testifies before House committeeVideo
Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder testified before a congressional committee investigating the NFL team’s history of workplace misconduct Thursday, speaking for more than 10 hours in a deposition conducted virtually and in private. A spokesperson for the U.S. House Committee on Oversight and a spokesperson for Snyder independently verified his...
Ravens’ Lamar Jackson says there could be ‘cutoff’ point for negotiationsVideo
BALTIMORE — Lamar Jackson’s contract negotiations are lingering into training camp, and the Baltimore quarterback says at a certain point, it could be time to put those talks aside. “There’s probably going to be a cutoff at some point, yes,” Jackson said Thursday. The latest update from the Ravens’ star...
Giants’ Saquon Barkley believes potential is there for another big yearVideo
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Saquon Barkley strode to the podium in the New York Giants field house in a pair of white socks and wearing his trademark No. 26 necklace. The seemingly ever-present smile was quickly visible. The Penn State product was the same as always Thursday on the second...
Failures push Justin Fields as he tries to take next step for BearsVideo
LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Justin Fields showed up to training camp with his sights set squarely on his future and his mind on a notable failure. The quarterback comes into his second season with the Chicago Bears hoping to convince a new general manager and coach that he is the...
Cardinals remove Kyler Murray’s independent-study addendumVideo
GLENDALE, Ariz. — The Arizona Cardinals trusted Kyler Murray’s football ability so much that they were comfortable giving the quarterback a contract that was worth nearly a quarter billion dollars. Now — after an ample dose of embarrassment for the organization — the Cardinals also decided they trust him to...
Panthers want QB Baker Mayfield to stay aggressive, avoid mistakesVideo
SPARTANBURG, S.C. — Baker Mayfield developed a reputation in Cleveland as a bit of a gunslinger, willing to make the occasional risky throw downfield if it meant possibly making a big play. The No. 1 overall draft pick in 2018 may be asked to do things a little differently with...
Ravens begin camp hoping to rebound from injury-filled 2021Video
OWINGS MILLS, Md. — Now in his 15th season as coach of the Baltimore Ravens, John Harbaugh understands the need to keep the message fresh. “The principles are still the same, but we present them differently,” he said. “The way you say it, the words you use, you try to...
Russell Wilson ushers in new Broncos era with urgencyVideo
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Hurry! Hurry! Russell Wilson is reprising Peyton Manning’s signature demand in Denver. “We’ve got a championship-caliber football team,” the Broncos’ new quarterback declared Wednesday after what he termed a “great first day ” at training camp with his new teammates, coaches and playbook. “Now it’s time to...
Saints’ Michael Thomas returns from injury absence with ‘no regrets’Video
METAIRIE, La. — After New Orleans Saints top receiver Michael Thomas practiced for the first time in more than a year, he sounded determined to grow from his prolonged struggle to return from a left ankle injury — and was in no mood to consider how he might have handled...
Eagles have Jalen Hurts’ back, and his T-shirts, hats, in supportVideo
PHILADELPHIA — The first peek at Jalen Hurts on the first day of the Philadelphia Eagles’ training camp was his printed image — his eyes covered by cool sunglasses — on the front of coach Nick Sirianni’s green T-shirt. The shirt pairs well with the black “HURTS SZN ” hat...
Waiting game: Deshaun Watson, Browns open camp as NFL ruling looms
BEREA, Ohio — Deshaun Watson is practicing and waiting. He’s had plenty of work at that. Cleveland’s controversial quarterback gets on the field Wednesday as the Browns opened training camp still not knowing if Watson will be suspended by the NFL for violating its personal conduct policy. Watson has been...
Ravens report to camp with late Jaylon Ferguson on their minds
OWINGS MILLS, Md. — For the Baltimore Ravens, the start of training camp this year brings a certain amount of heartache. Being back at the facility is another reminder of the tragedy that shook the organization last month. Shortly after the end of minicamp, Ravens linebacker Jaylon Ferguson died at...
