Stefon Diggs, DeAndre Hopkins turn Bills-Cardinals into must-see TV
GLENDALE, Ariz. — Buffalo’s Stefon Diggs and Arizona’s DeAndre Hopkins are two receivers who have flourished in their new homes after being traded to their respective teams just hours apart in March. They’ve also helped turned their teams into some of the most exciting in the NFL. Now the Bills...
Browns place Chris Hubbard on covid list, game against Texans on
CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Browns came back from their bye week healthier than they’ve been in a month only to have an unexpected scare. Two days before facing Houston, Cleveland placed offensive lineman Chris Hubbard on the covid-19 list after shutting down its facility and delaying practice Friday to do...
Hall of Fame running back, Packers great Paul Hornung dies at 84Video
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Paul Hornung, the dazzling “Golden Boy” of the Green Bay Packers whose singular ability to generate points as a runner, receiver, quarterback and kicker helped turn the team into an NFL dynasty, died Friday. He was 84. Hornung’s family confirmed his death to the Louisville Sports Commission...
Another Baltimore Ravens player tests positive for virus
The Baltimore Ravens say a player has tested positive for the coronavirus. The team says the player — whose name was not released — immediately began to self-quarantine. The organization is now in the NFL’s intensive protocol. The Ravens say there were no high-risk contacts, and no other player or...
Bengals claim DE Takk McKinley off waivers from Falcons
CINCINNATI — The Cincinnati Bengals on Wednesday bolstered their defensive front by claiming defensive end Takk McKinley off waivers from the Atlanta Falcons. McKinley, a fourth-year player out of UCLA, was a first-round draft pick of the Falcons in 2017. He has played in 49 games with 171/2 sacks. The...
Baker Mayfield practices with Browns after stay on covid-19 list
CLEVELAND — Baker Mayfield’s unexpectedly extended bye week is finally over. The Cleveland Browns quarterback returned Wednesday feeling refreshed and somewhat relieved following a midseason break that ended with him on the covid-19 list. Mayfield was activated and practiced as the Browns (5-3) continued preparing to host the Houston Texans...
NFL approves proposals for minority hires, covid-19 playoff contingency planVideo
NFL owners approved a proposal that will reward organizations for developing minority coaches and front office executives who become head coaches, general managers or team presidents for other clubs. Also, the league’s owners unanimously approved a contingency plan to expand the playoff field to 16 teams if meaningful games are...
Analysis: AFC features plenty of star power even without Tom BradyVideo
The AFC doesn’t lack for drama or star power even though Tom Brady has taken his talents to Davis Beach. The six-time champion with New England is tearing up the NFC at age 43, although the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ new (old) quarterback is realizing Drew Brees is every bit the...
Patriots squeak past Jets to end 4-game skid
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Nick Folk kicked a 51-yard field goal as time expired, and Cam Newton and the New England Patriots rallied to beat the winless New York Jets 30-27 on Monday night to end a four-game losing streak. Newton had two touchdown runs, with the second tying it...
Ravens enter 2nd half of season striving for consistency on offenseVideo
The Baltimore Ravens reached the midpoint of the NFL season with the same record they had last year, though that might be the only comparison between this team and the record-breaking squad of 2019. A year ago, the Ravens strolled through the second half unbeaten to finish an NFL-best 14-2....
Kevin Stefanski steady in 1st season, has Browns in playoff huntVideo
CLEVELAND — Kevin Stefanski came to Cleveland armed with a coaching plan drawn up over 14 seasons cutting his teeth as an assistant with Minnesota. With the Browns, he barely has been able to follow it. Forced to adjust, adapt and in his words “pivot” almost daily around the covid-19...
Carolina lists Christian McCaffrey as day-to-day with shoulder injuryVideo
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Panthers coach Matt Rhule said running back Christian McCaffrey is “day-to-day” with a shoulder injury he suffered in the closing seconds of Carolina’s 33-31 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. Rhule would not say if McCaffrey already had an MRI or an X-ray, adding he should know...
Browns RB Nick Chubb back after injuring knee, missing 4 gamesVideo
BEREA, Ohio — Browns running back Nick Chubb was designated to return from injured reserve and is expected to practice after missing four games with a sprained knee. Chubb sprained a medial collateral ligament in the first quarter of Cleveland’s Oct. 4 win at Dallas. He is slotted to work...
Brees throws 4 TD passes, Saints rout Brady, Buccaneers 38-3
TAMPA, Fla. — Drew Brees vs. Tom Brady, and the battle for supremacy of the NFC South, was a one-sided affair. Brees threw for 222 yards and four touchdowns, regaining the NFL career TD pass lead and lifting the New Orleans Saints into first place with a 38-3 rout of...
Browns put quarterback Baker Mayfield on covid-19 list
The Browns placed quarterback Baker Mayfield on the reserve/covid-19 list Sunday. Mayfield went on the list because he is considered a close contact of a staff member who tested positive for the virus Saturday. The Browns did not disclose the identity of the staff member, but a person familiar with...
NFL Week 9 roundup: Chiefs escape with win when Panthers field goal is wide rightVideo
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Patrick Mahomes threw for 372 yards and four touchdowns, Travis Kelce and Tyreek Hill each went over 100 yards receiving, and the Kansas City Chiefs held on to beat Carolina 33-31 on Sunday when Panthers kicker Joey Slye missed a 67-yard field-goal attempt wide right on...
Ravens set NFL record for 20-point games with win in IndianapolisVideo
INDIANAPOLIS — Lamar Jackson turned up the tempo in the second half Sunday and then went right back to work breaking records. After Gus Edwards’ 1-yard plunge gave Baltimore the lead midway through the third quarter, Jackson sealed the 24-10 win over Indianapolis with a 9-yard TD run that gave...
Browns place QB Baker Mayfield on covid-19 list during bye
CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Browns have placed quarterback Baker Mayfield on the Reserve/covid-19 list after a staff member tested positive for the coronavirus. The team, which is on a bye this week, released a statement Sunday saying it was notified a day earlier of the positive test. Mayfield is believed...
Philip Rivers ready for another big showdown with Lamar Jackson, RavensVideo
INDIANAPOLIS — Philip Rivers could write a book about his personal matchups against the NFL’s best players. There was the time in 2007 when Brett Favre rallied Green Bay past his San Diego Chargers. There were memorable twice-a-season duels with Peyton Manning as AFC West rivals when Manning left Indianapolis...
Aaron Rodgers leads Packers past undermanned 49ers, 34-17
SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Aaron Rodgers took advantage of the undermanned San Francisco 49ers rather than sympathizing with the team that dominated his Green Bay Packers twice last season. Rodgers threw for 305 yards and four touchdowns and the Packers overwhelmed the depleted 49ers, 34-17, on Thursday night. “They’re a...
Matt Rhule: Christian McCaffrey expected to play barring setback
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Carolina Panthers coach Matt Rhule said barring a setback he expects Christian McCaffrey to play Sunday against the Chiefs. The 2019 All-Pro running back, who has missed the past six games with a high ankle sprain, practiced for the second straight day Thursday. Rhule said McCaffrey looked...
First-place Eagles have reasons for optimism despite record
The Philadelphia Eagles reached the midpoint of their season with a losing record and a spot in first place. Only in the NFC East. The Eagles (3-4-1) won two straight games entering a bye to take control of the weakest division in the NFL. They struggled to earn both victories...
Odell Beckham Jr.’s knee surgery next week, Browns GM sees him as long fit
CLEVELAND — Odell Beckham Jr. has knee surgery scheduled next week. For now, the Browns have him penciled into their plans well beyond that. The star receiver, who suffered a season-ending knee injury in an Oct. 25 game at Cincinnati, will have his torn anterior cruciate ligament repaired and likely...
Antonio Brown practices, excited for opportunity with BuccaneersVideo
TAMPA, Fla. — Antonio Brown says he is grateful to be back in the NFL and reunited with Tom Brady. “Tom is my boy, one of the greatest leaders to be around,” the seven-time Pro Bowl receiver — back after missing most of last season and then serving an eight-game...
Before playing Steelers, Cowboys bench Pine-Richland’s Ben DiNucci
FRISCO, Texas — Dallas Cowboys receiver CeeDee Lamb stammered briefly when asked about his first practice with Cooper Rush and Garrett Gilbert as those two quarterbacks compete to start against the Pittsburgh Steelers. “We recently got Coop … Cooper … Rush. Cooper Rush,” Lamb said, the rookie finally putting the...
