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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.
Emails show cozy relationship between NFL's top lawyer, ex-Washington team president
Washington Football Team president Bruce Allen sent emails to the NFL's top lawyer in which he joked about Native Americans and diversity, griped about referees and mocked player safety initiatives.
Why Jon Gruden's departure means more trouble for the Raiders
The Raiders moved to a new, $2 billion stadium in Las Vegas last year, hoping to build a football dynasty. Things haven't gone as they'd hoped.
Best and worst of the NFL in Week 2, and predictions for Week 3
The Raiders are on the rise and Tampa Bay is on a roll — and the Vikings are the best at something despite their winless start.
Vikings-Cardinals game will be missing Larry Fitzgerald Jr.
The star receiver from Minnesota, 38, said recently, "I don't have the urge to play right now."
Mark Craig's NFL Week 2 picks against the spread
After underdogs went a historic 12-4 against the spread in Week 1, it's time for a deeper look at the Week 2 slate, including an upset special in Los Angeles.
After Super Bowl taunt, ex-U star Winfield not worried about NFL enforcement
Antonine Winfield Jr., the former Gophers standout now with Tampa Bay, isn't worried about the league's decision to make elimination of taunting a point of emphasis in 2021.
Mark Craig's Week 1 NFL picks against the spread
The Week 1 slate includes five matchups between playoff teams from last season.
Your Super Bowl champ . . . and MVP . . . and the entire NFL playoff field
Best of the best: football writer Mark Craig looks at the upcoming NFL season and picks everything from the MVP to the playoff field to the Super Bowl Champion.
Brady and hungry Bucs kick off quest to repeat as Super Bowl champs
Mark Craig's On the NFL: Tampa Bay returns all 22 starters from the Super Bowl, and its star quarterback is not settling for seven championships.
Top five NFL story lines: More fans, more games and NFC West intrigue
The NFL season begins Thursday with several notable comebacks and new faces in new places.
Kelly Kleine was an aspiring sideline reporter who became an NFL pioneer instead
On the NFL: After starting in public relations with the Vikings and aspiring to be a sideline reporter, Wisconsin native Kelly Kleine has moved into scouting — and the Broncos front office.
Washington Football Team's new nickname won't include any Indian imagery
The move poses a stark contrast to the team's rhetoric in previous years, when owner Daniel Snyder insisted the team would "never" change its name.
Love struggles, teammates talk. It's everything Rodgers could want.
Reports suggest things weren't pretty during the first day of minicamp Tuesday, while two of Aaron Rodgers' most prominent Packers teammates talked about missing him.
Rodgers a no-show at Packers training camp. What happens now?
Aaron Rodgers failed to appear for a mandatory minicamp, upping the ante on his dispute with the team. He faces a fine in the $100,000 range for his decision.