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Kyle Shanahan Crash: Police Opt Against Charges After 20 MPH Tesla Wreck
San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan suffered three broken ribs and a broken nose in a July 14 collision caused by his cellphone use.
Baker Mayfield Halts Contract Talks After 'Disappointing' Two-Year Offer
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield has ceased all contract negotiations until after the 2026 season following a rejected two-year offer.
Saints Sign Chris Olave to $132M Extension with $90M Guaranteed
Wide receiver Chris Olave has secured a four-year extension worth up to $132 million to remain with the New Orleans Saints through the 2030 season.
Packers Rushing Leader Ahman Green Reveals Parkinson's Diagnosis
Ahman Green, the 49-year-old career rushing leader for the Green Bay Packers, has revealed he was diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson's disease in January 2025.
Chargers Legend Billy Ray Smith Jr. Dies at 64 After CTE Battle
Former San Diego Chargers linebacker Billy Ray Smith Jr. has passed away at age 64 following a struggle with CTE-caused dementia.
Chris Brazzell II Sidelined 8 Weeks After LCL Tear in Panthers Practice
Carolina Panthers rookie Chris Brazzell II suffered a moderate LCL tear during a 7-on-7 drill and is expected to miss up to eight weeks.
Shemar Stewart Carted Off Bengals Camp; Chase and Turner Tussle
Defensive end Shemar Stewart left the first day of Bengals training camp on a cart following a left leg injury while Ja'Marr Chase sparked a practice skirmish.
Josh Allen Confronts Critics Over Buffalo Bills Nickel City Alternate Uniforms
Quarterback Josh Allen defended the Buffalo Bills' new all-gray 'Nickel City' uniforms during a press conference at training camp in Pittsford, New York.
Taysom Hill Exits Saints as Only Super Bowl Era Player With 3,000-Yard Split
Taysom Hill confirmed he will not return to New Orleans for a 10th season, leaving as the only Super Bowl era player with 1,000 yards passing, rushing, and receiving.
Ricky Pearsall Sidelined by PCL Swelling as 49ers Explore Surgery Options
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall missed Wednesday's practice due to swelling in his right PCL, an injury that cost him 10 games last season.
Myles Garrett Analyzes Potential Aaron Donald Return to Rams Defensive Line
Myles Garrett discusses a potential Aaron Donald return to the Rams. The 3-time DPOY retired in March 2024 after 10 seasons and 111 career sacks.
Robinson and Gibbs Seek Record Deals After Missing First Training Camp Practice
Running backs Bijan Robinson and Jahmyr Gibbs missed Wednesday's practices as they seek to reset the NFL market with new long-term contracts.
Watson and Sanders Split Reps in Browns Quarterback Competition
Deshaun Watson enters camp with a 33.1 Total QBR since joining Cleveland, while Shedeur Sanders seeks to build on a 3-4 record as a starter.
Eagles Place OLB Jonathan Greenard on PUP Following Pec Strain While Lifting
Outside linebacker Jonathan Greenard will start training camp on the physically unable to perform list after suffering a pec strain during a pre-camp lifting session.
Falcons Sign Cooper Rush as Tua Tagovailoa Sidelined With Back Injury
Atlanta quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is out of practice with a back flare-up, prompting the Falcons to sign 32-year-old veteran Cooper Rush.
Myles Garrett Traded to Rams After Record 23-Sack Season in 2026 Offseason
Myles Garrett leads the 2026 NFL offseason moves after setting a single-season record with 23 sacks and winning Defensive Player of the Year.
Leonard Williams Confirms Seahawks Contract Talks Following Super Bowl LX Title
Seahawks defensive lineman Leonard Williams, 32, confirmed Tuesday that his agents have begun negotiations for a new deal following his 18-sack tenure in Seattle.
Browns Sign Denzel Ward to Record-Breaking $62.2 Million Extension
Denzel Ward becomes the NFL's highest-paid defensive back for the second time after signing a $62.2 million deal with $52.3 million guaranteed.
Shanahan Admits Fault in 20 MPH Crash That Left Him With 40 Stitches
San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan confirmed he was responsible for a July 14 collision in Palo Alto that resulted in five broken bones and a concussion.
Mayfield Reports to Bucs Camp Without New Deal as $33.33M Contract Nears End
Quarterback Baker Mayfield will play the final year of his contract after negotiations with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers yielded no progress by Tuesday.
2011 NFL Draft Defensive Class Targets 1981 Record with Six Hall of Famers
The 2011 NFL draft defensive class produced 10 first-team All-Pro players, surpassing the total from the legendary 1981 class.
Kyle Shanahan Observes 47-Minute 49ers Practice Following July 14 Car Accident
Quarterback Brock Purdy led the 49ers' Monday practice in Santa Clara while Kyle Shanahan observed for 47 minutes during his recovery from a concussion.
A.J. Brown Faces Mike Vrabel Critique After Drake Maye Pass Drop in Patriots Camp
Wide receiver A.J. Brown was put on the 'hot seat' by Mike Vrabel after failing to secure a sideline target from rookie Drake Maye during the first practice of camp.
Daniel Jones Cleared for Training Camp After $88 Million Colts Extension
Quarterback Daniel Jones confirmed he is fully cleared for 11-on-11 drills following a right Achilles tear that ended his 2025 campaign.