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Mission for ex-Jets star Lyons is granting ill kids' wishes
Marty Lyons pauses, fights back tears and clears his throat nearly every time he mentions the children who are no longer here.
Steelers have found ways to slow down Ravens' Jackson
Lamar Jackson's energy is palpable.
Chiefs aim for payback for Raiders' victory lap on Sunday
It takes a lot to get Big Red to turn red.
McCown with Texans 19 seasons after hoping to join team
In 2002, the Houston Texans were an expansion team preparing for their first season and Josh McCown had just wrapped up his college career at nearby Sam Houston State.
Cousins steps back to forefront for Vikings with Cook slowed
With league-leading production from running back Dalvin Cook and clever play-calling by offensive coordinator Gary Kubiak, the Minnesota Vikings helped Kirk Cousins get back in a groove this month after his rash of turnovers contributed to the team's 1-5 start.
Packers activate WR Allen Lazard from injured reserve
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Allen Lazard has been activated from injured reserve after missing six games.
Reusse: Can 'Josh Allen Experience' rescue Buffalo from Vikings-like futility?
The Bills and the Vikings have ardent fan bases and 0-4 Super Bowl records. The Buffalo zealots have a bit more of an edge to them.
Packers' Aaron Rodgers enjoying third season with 40 touchdown passes
Once upon a time, throwing for 40 touchdowns in a season was unheard of; now the Green Bay star has two more games to add to his total.
15 women accuse ex-employees of Washington NFL team of harassment
Among those accused of sexual harassment and verbal abuse are three former members of owner Dan Snyder's inner circle, including the team's former radio voice, and two longtime members of the personnel department
Wilf family donates $1 million to Pro Football Hall of Fame
Minnesota Vikings owners Zygi, Mark and Lenny Wilf have donated $1 million to the Pro Football Hall of Fame through their foundation.
Employers stand to be Super Bowl losers, along with either the Patriots or the Rams
Game-related distractions, absences cause billions in lost productivity.
Bob Dylan's 'Blowin' in the Wind' accompanies Budweiser's next Super Bowl ad
The ad by the beer-making giant is promoting its use of wind as an alternative energy source.
Minneapolis-based Sleep Number betting big on its 'innovative' NFL partnership
The cornerstone of the agreement was a plan to give the new 360 Smart Beds to all eligible players in the league in 2018.
U students applaud Kaepernick's message, Nike's ad and the Gophers alliance
Students appear to back message; athletic clothing contract remains in place.
Manziel says he's sober, bipolar and hoping for another NFL chance
Johnny Manziel wants to transform into Johnny Football once again. The former Texas A&M star quarterback and Heisman Trophy winner famously flamed out in the…
Green Bay school named for Vince Lombardi cancels football season
The upcoming football season at a Green Bay middle school named for legendary Packers coach Vince Lombardi has been canceled because the school can't find any coaches.
Vikings, Mankato parting ways after one final training camp
Training camp generally draws about 60,000 fans to Mankato over two weeks. The Vikings expect more visitors to their new suburban facility, but won't put a number on how many.
For Minnesotans in Houston, there's plenty of homework
The state's committee is in Houston this week to study how next year's event can have a local flavor.
Arizona receiver Michael Floyd arrested on DUI charge
Police say Floyd, a high school star at Cretin-Derham-Hall in St. Paul, was found unconscious behind the wheel of his running vehicle at a Scottsdale intersection shortly before 3 a.m. MST.
Colts rout Jets, move into first-place tie
The Colts beat the Jets 41-10 to move into a three-way tie for first. The Sports Xchange's Howard Balzer joins Amy Campbell to handicap the AFC South & to preview Thursday's Raiders-Chiefs tilt.