Zion dabbles in NFL fun with Saints

New Orleans Saints coach Sean Payton says Zion Williamson's athleticism and physical stature would make the Pelicans rookie and top NBA draft choice an intriguing NFL prospect at a handful of positions, starting with the defensive line or tight end.

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Bengals' Green out for 'six to eight' weeks

Cincinnati Bengals star receiver A.J. Green has torn ligaments in his left ankle and will be sidelined for six to eight weeks, ESPN's Adam Schefter reported Sunday.

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Hill working to be a better person

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill has vowed to become a better person after a tumultuous offseason in which his then-fiancé accused him of hurting their son.

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Cardinals cut former first-rounder Nkemdiche

The Arizona Cardinals waived 2016 first-round pick Robert Nkemdiche on Saturday, ending a disappointing tenure with the team.

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Bengals' Green leaves practice injured

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver A.J. Green left practice suffering an injury to his lower left leg after landing awkwardly trying to catch a pass during a 7-on-7 drill.

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Tate to appeal PED suspension

New York Giants wide receiver Golden Tate will appeal a four-game suspension handed down for violating the NFL policy on performance-enhancing drugs.

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Riddick cut by Lions

The Detroit Lions have released running back Theo Riddick after six seasons with the team.

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Wagner agrees new deal with Seahawks

The Seattle Seahawks have agreed to a three-year contract extension with All-Pro Bobby Wagner that makes him the highest-paid middle linebacker in the NFL.

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Elliott no-show at Cowboys camp

Ezekiel Elliott wasn't present for the opening of the Dallas Cowboys' training camp amid ongoing negotiations over a new contract for the running back.

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Rams hand McVay and Snead new deals

The Los Angeles Rams have rewarded head coach Sean McVay and general manager Les Snead with contract extensions until 2023.

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Garoppolo cleared for full training

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo has been cleared to return to full training after recovering from a torn anterior cruciate ligament.

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Daniels set to join the Lions

Former division rival defensive lineman Mike Daniels is joining the Detroit Lions.

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Shepard fractures thumb, Coleman tears ACL

New York Giants receiver Sterling Shepard fractured his left thumb during the team's first full-squad practice on Thursday, while Corey Coleman tore his ACL.

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Garoppolo cleared for full training

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo has been cleared to return to full training after recovering from a torn anterior cruciate ligament.

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Elliott no-show at Cowboys camp

Ezekiel Elliott wasn't present for the opening of the Dallas Cowboys' training camp amid ongoing negotiations over a new contract for the running back.

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Daniels set to join the Lions

Former division rival defensive lineman Mike Daniels is joining the Detroit Lions.

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Rams hand McVay and Snead new deals

The Los Angeles Rams have rewarded head coach Sean McVay and general manager Les Snead with contract extensions until 2023.

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Okung in recovery after bloodclot scare

Los Angeles Chargers left tackle Russell Okung is sidelined indefinitely after what he labeled a "near-death experience" in June.

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Tomlin signs Steelers contract extension

Mike Tomlin has signed a one-year contract extension, keeping him as the Pittsburgh Steelers coach through at least the 2021 season.

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Saints WR Thomas a no-show at camp

Wide receiver Michael Thomas did not report to training camp with the New Orleans Saints on Thursday morning, as he seeks a long-term deal worth at least $20m per season.

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Packers release Pro Bowler Daniels

The Green Bay Packers have released veteran defensive lineman Mike Daniels ahead of training camp, according to multiple reports.

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NFL's most improved teams

Training camps will be in full swing this week.

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Boyd agrees to $43m Bengals extension

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tyler Boyd, coming off a breakout season, agreed to a four-year, $43 million extension that keeps him under contract through the 2023 season.

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Redskins release linebacker Foster

The Washington Redskins have released veteran linebacker Mason Foster ahead of training camp.

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Cowboys named world's most valuable team

The Dallas Cowboys were ranked the world's most valuable sports team for a fourth consecutive year, according to an annual list published by Forbes that was dominated by NFL clubs.

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Edelman to miss start of training camp

New England Patriots receiver Julian Edelman has a thumb injury and will be out for about three weeks, ESPN reported on Monday.

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Sproles returns to Eagles

Darren Sproles says he wants to retire with the Philadelphia Eagles after signing on with the team for another season.

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Tyreek Hill escapes NFL suspension

The NFL says it will not suspend Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill, who has been investigated in a domestic violence case involving his three-year-old son.

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'Doctors gave me about a week to live'

Pittsburgh Steelers running back James Conner revealed he was told he was close to death when diagnosed with cancer as a student at Pitt in 2015.

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Former Bucs DE Ayers retires

Veteran defensive end Robert Ayers announced his retirement on Tuesday, ending a nine-year NFL career.

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Falcons reach deal with Jarrett

The Atlanta Falcons and defensive tackle Grady Jarrett agreed to a four-year, $68m deal ahead of Monday's franchise tag deadline.

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Titans' Morgan, Bengals' Boling retire

Tennessee Titans linebacker Derrick Morgan and Cincinnati Bengals guard Clint Boling announced their retirements from the NFL on Monday.

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Gould agrees long-term 49ers deal

Kicker Robbie Gould has agreed to sign a new long-term contract with the San Francisco 49ers, according to multiple sources.

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Gordon: I want to get paid

Running back Melvin Gordon does not want to leave the Los Angeles Chargers, but he is prepared to "do what he needs to do" in order to get a new contract.

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Scotland-Williamson: NFL is my Everest

Christian Scotland-Williamson is embracing his journey from Worcester Warrior to Pittsburgh Steeler and says the NFL Academy will give students a "realistic ambition".

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Jaguars bring camp back to 'second home'

With the new NFL season less than two months away, the Jacksonville Jaguars are back at their second home in the UK.

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Herndon suspended for substance violation

New York Jets tight end Chris Herndon was suspended for the first four games of 2019 for violating the NFL's policy on substance abuse, the league announced on Friday.

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Former Jets coach Michaels dies aged 89

Former New York Jets coach Walt Michaels has died aged 89.

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Gordon 'threatens to skip Chargers camp'

Melvin Gordon has told the Los Angeles Chargers he will skip their training camp and demand a trade if he does not get a new contract, his agent Fletcher Smith has told ESPN.

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Behind the NFL Academy's stadium showcase

In the first ever NFL event at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, 150 teenagers took part in the final trials for the NFL Academy to be launched in September.

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Dolphins DT Norton has arm amputated

Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Kendrick Norton has had his left arm amputated after he was involved in a multi-car crash in the Miami area early on Thursday morning.

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Harry Kane joins NFL academy as ambassador

England captain and Tottenham striker Harry Kane has joined the National Football League in America - as an official ambassador for the new NFL academy.

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Elliott avoids NFL discipline

Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott will not be disciplined for an incident in May in Las Vegas in which he was handcuffed but not arrested, the NFL has confirmed.

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VOTE: Which team can go 'worst to first'?

The NFL offers teams a chance to reload and improve quickly through free agency and the NFL Draft. Which division loser last season can win in 2019?

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