NFL goes all in on esports

It seems that every major sport has now realised that its next major frontier is esports and that engaging in this new digital competitive frontier is how they will stay relevant to younger fans.

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Rodgers backs 'worthy' Kaepernick

Green Bay Packers star Aaron Rodgers believes fellow quarterback Colin Kaepernick is "worthy" of a place on an NFL team's roster and that he is being shunned due to his protests against racial inequality in the USA.

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Steelers sign ex-Brown Haden

Former Pro Bowl cornerback Joe Haden has signed a three-year contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers after his release from AFC North rivals Cleveland Browns.

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Season preview: AFC West

Ahead of the start of the new NFL season, which kicks off live on Sky Sports Action on Thursday, September 7, we preview all eight divisions...

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Haden cut by Browns

Former Pro Bowl cornerback Joe Haden has been released by the Cleveland Browns.

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Watt raises $4m for Harvey victims

Houston Texans defensive end JJ Watt has announced his fundraising to help victims of Hurricane Harvey has surpassed $4m in 48 hours.

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Elliott appeal continues

Dallas running back Ezekiel Elliott's appeal of his six-game suspension over a domestic violence incident is headed for a second day with no timeline for completion of the hearing.

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Season Preview: NFC East

Ahead of the start of the new NFL season, which kicks off live on Sky Sports Action on Thursday, September 7, we preview all eight divisions...

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NFL Rich List

Matthew Stafford is now the highest-paid player in the NFL.

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Season Preview: NFC South

Ahead of the start of the new NFL season, which kicks off live on Sky Sports Action on Thursday, September 7, we preview all eight divisions...

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Detroit's Stafford is NFL top earner

Detroit Lions have made quarterback Matthew Stafford the highest-paid player in NFL history, after he agreed terms on a five-year extension.

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WATCH: Huber's behind-the-back move

It might only be pre-season but Cincinnati Bengals punter Kevin Huber has already caught the eye ahead of the regular season.

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Meredith's year could be over

Cameron Meredith suffered a potentially season-ending knee injury in the Chicago Bears' 19-7 win over Tennessee on Sunday.

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Burfict appeals five-game ban

Cincinnati Bengals' Vontaze Burfict is appealing a five-game suspension for an off-the-ball hit on Kansas City Chiefs fullback Anthony Sherman.

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Season Preview: AFC South

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Season Preview: NFC South

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Torn PCL confirmed for Ware

Kansas City Chiefs running back Spencer Ware likely will need season-ending surgery after tearing the posterior cruciate ligament (PCL), in his right knee

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Watson proposes during Broncos game

Denver Broncos tackle Menelik Watson sprung a surprise during Saturday’s preseason game against the Green Bay Packers by proposing to his girlfriend.

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Bills' Taylor suffers concussion

Buffalo Bills quarterback Tyrod Taylor faces a rushed build-up to the regular season after sustaining a concussion against Baltimore.

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Edelman to miss season with torn ACL

New England Patriots star receiver Julian Edelman will miss the upcoming NFL season after suffering a serious knee injury, the team confirmed on Saturday.

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Ware carted off with knee injury

Kansas City running back Spencer Ware injured his right knee and was carted off the field in the first quarter of the Chiefs' preseason game against Seattle on Friday night.

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Bortles keeps Jaguars job

The Jacksonville Jaguars have named Blake Bortles as their starting quarterback for the start of the regular season.

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Patriots fear Edelman tore ACL

The New England Patriots fear wide receiver Julian Edelman suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament in Friday's clash with Detroit.

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Season Preview: AFC North

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Season Preview: NFC North

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NFL coach comes out as gay

San Francisco 49ers assistant coach Katie Sowers has become the first openly gay coach in the NFL.

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Utd most-tweeted team hashtag

Manchester United have the most-tweeted team hashtag in global sport, Twitter has revealed as they celebrate 10 years of the hashtag.

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Trump awarded Super Bowl ring

President Donald Trump has been awarded a Super Bowl championship ring by the New England Patriots 

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WATCH: Browns' anthem protest

A dozen Cleveland Browns players took a knee in protest during the national anthem before their preseason clash with the New York Giants on Monday night.

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WATCH: OBJ suffers injury scare

Odell Beckham Jnr limped out of New York Giants' pre-season game against Cleveland Browns on Monday ahead of next month's new NFL campaign.

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NFL, Goodell working on new deal

Commissioner Roger Goodell is on track to maintain his prominent place at the table for the next round of collective bargaining between NFL owners and players, a process that's sure to be contentious.

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Boldin announces retirement

Anquan Boldin has announced his retirement from the NFL, less than two weeks after signing with the Buffalo Bills.

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Pre-season stroll for Prescott

Dak Prescott was one of a number of starting quarterbacks to impress in week two of the NFL's pre-season.

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Seahawks suffer Fant blow

Seattle's 20-13 pre-season win over Minnesota on Friday came at a cost with tackle George Fant suffering a serious knee injury.

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Orr's comeback fight over

Linebacker Zach Orr has confirmed his retirement from the NFL after trying to resurrect his career this summer.

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Ravens sign Zuttah

The Baltimore Ravens have signed center Jeremy Zuttah, who returns to the team that traded him to San Francisco in March.

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Bortles put on notice by Jags

Blake Bortles' future as Jacksonville Jaguars’ starting quarterback is in jeopardy after an underwhelming performance against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in preseason.

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Britt signs Seahawks extension

The Seattle Seahawks and center Justin Britt are closing in on a contract extension that would keep the anchor of their offensive line in place beyond the 2017 season.

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Britt nearing Seahawks extension

The Seattle Seahawks and center Justin Britt are closing in on a contract extension that would keep the anchor of their offensive line in place beyond the 2017 season.

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'Expectations continue to grow'

Entering the final year of his rookie contract, Telvin Smith is a fourth-year linebacker for the Jacksonville Jaguars seeking a change in fortune.

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NFLPA appeals Elliott ban

The NFL Players Association have lodged an appeal against the six-game suspension handed out to Dallas Cowboys star Ezekiel Elliott.

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WATCH: Beckham Jr's wonder catch

Odell Beckham Jr produced a stunning one-handed catch during a stellar practice session at New York Giants' training camp.

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Chargers lose debut at new home

The LA Chargers scored a touchdown on the opening drive of their first pre-season game since relocation but they slumped to a 48-17 loss to Seattle on Sunday.

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Bills trade Watkins to Rams

The Buffalo Bills have shaken up their roster with two separate trades, dealing starting receiver Sammy Watkins to the Los Angeles Rams and acquiring Jordan Matthews from Philadelphia.

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Elliott facing six-game ban

Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott has been suspended for six games for violating the NFL's personal conduct policy.

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WATCH: NFL brawl breaks out

It did not take long for Los Angeles' two newest NFL teams to lock horns as the Rams and Chargers came to blows in a joint-practice session.

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NFL to get full-time officials

The NFL are to appoint full-time game officials for the very first time.

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NFL to get full-time officials

The NFL are to appoint full-time game officials for the very first time.

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Freeman commits to Falcons

Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman has agreed terms on a lucrative five-year contract extension.

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Bills deal for Boldin

Buffalo Bills have signed veteran wide receiver Anquan Boldin on a one-year deal.

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Your improved Sky Sports app

The Sky Sports mobile app just got even better… but you'll need to log in to get the full personalised experience!

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Cutler signs Dolphins deal

Jay Cutler has come out of retirement to sign a one-year contract at Miami Dolphins, according to NFL.com.

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Cutler 'interested' by Miami

Head coach Adam Gase says retired quarterback Jay Cutler is potentially interested in joining the Miami Dolphins.

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NFL 8 in 8 Diary: Day Eight

We did it! And we’re on our way home. I’m penning this final column while waiting for my London-bound flight from Chicago’s O’Hare Airport.

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NFL 8 in 8 Diary: Day Seven

We headed south from Jacksonville for day seven of our NFL 8 in 8 adventure and rocked up in Miami for a day with a Dolphins team that made a real splash in 2017.

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Steelers extension for Tomlin

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin has signed a contract extension which ties him to the franchise through the 2020 season.

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NFL 8 in 8 Diary: Day Six

"I told our team, we haven't done anything on the field. I'm tired of people saying we have talent and we're a talented team. We have to find a way to win. That's what has to change."

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NFL 8 in 8 Diary: Day Five

Day five and it’s amazing how a full night's sleep (a dreamy nine hours) can leave you feeling refreshed and ready to tackle the second half of a trip. I was so pumped up this morning I even managed a brief trip to the hotel gym before setting off to visit the New Orleans Saints.

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NFL 8 in 8 Diary: Day Four

Greetings from the skies above America. This time I am en route to New Orleans after a very enjoyable day spent with the Baltimore Ravens.

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Nugent signs for New York Giants

The New York Giants have signed veteran Mike Nugent to challenge rookie Aldrick Rosas for their placekicking job

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NFL 8 in 8 Diary: Day Three

I’m writing this diary entry, day three of our 8 in 8 NFL training camp adventure, 31,000 feet above the United States en route to Baltimore after another very enjoyable day, this time spent with the Minnesota Vikings.

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