Cam Newton releases "Farewell Carolina" video

Cam Newton addressed his move to the New England Patriots on Monday by releasing a vlog detailing his departure from the Carolina Panthers after nine seasons.

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'No downside to Cam Newton deal'

Between a bargain contract and faith in the next man in line, the potential rewards exceed the slim element of risk for NBC Boston's Phil Perry when it comes to the New England Patriots' decision to sign Cam Newton. 

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NFLPA advises agents to warn players about COVID-19

The NFL Players Association wants to make sure its membership understands the risk associated with playing football this year.

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Netflix announce six-part Kaepernick series

Colin Kaepernick and Ava DuVernay have teamed up for a Netflix series exploring the American football star's teenage years.

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What awaits Cam Newton in New England?

If ever there was a moment to typify this shrewd, wily New England Patriots organisation, this was it.

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Patriots fined $1.1m for Spygate sequel

The New England Patriots have been fined $1.1m by the NFL for inappropriately filming the Cincinnati Bengals sideline during a game last season.

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Newton signs one-year Patriots deal

Free-agent quarterback Cam Newton has agreed a one-year contract with the New England Patriots.

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LeBron: NFL must apologise to Kaepernick

LeBron James believes the NFL must formally apologise to former quarterback Colin Kaepernick for the way they failed to stand by him over his anti-racism message.

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Panthers' Rhule would consider taking a knee

Carolina Panthers head coach Matt Rhule says he is considering taking a knee during the national anthem to support his players who chose to do so.

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NFL cancels opening preseason game

The NFL has cancelled the Hall of Fame game that traditionally opens the preseason and is delaying the 2020 induction ceremonies for a year because of the coronavirus pandemic.

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Who is the best running back in the NFL?

On this week's episode of Inside the Huddle, Jeff Reinebold and Neil Reynolds picked out their top five NFL running backs.

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Rivera compares Young to Peppers, Miller

Washington Redskins rookie defensive end Chase Young is drawing high praise from head coach Ron Rivera.

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Elliott recovering from coronavirus

Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott is feeling "normal" as he battles coronavirus but is still not ready to resume workouts.

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Cowboys' Prescott signs $31m franchise tag

Quarterback Dak Prescott has signed his $31.4m contract - the richest one-year deal in the Dallas Cowboys' history.

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Winning Rodgers' trust - Lazard's Lambeau rise

Week Six. Monday Night Football. The Green Bay Packers are hosting the Detroit Lions.

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'Kaepernick will eventually reach Tillman-like hero status'

Colin Kaepernick will eventually have "hero status" like legendary Pat Tillman, says Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre.

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NFLPA advises against private group workouts

NFL players should avoid engaging in group workouts as COVID-19 cases are rising again in the United States, the medical director of the sport's players association has said.

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Dolphins great Kiick dies aged 73

Jim Kiick, the versatile running back who helped the Miami Dolphins achieve the NFL's only perfect season in 1972, has died aged 73.

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'The Saints' Super Bowl window is closing'

Jeff Reinebold has tipped the New Orleans Saints to be the NFC representatives in February's Super Bowl, but believes the window is closing on the team under veteran quarterback Drew Brees. 

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Trump: Brees 'hurt himself very badly' with apology

US president Donald Trump says New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees "hurt himself very badly" by apologising for criticising those who kneel during the anthem.

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Jets safety Adams asks team for trade

Jamal Adams has requested a trade from the New York Jets amid a contract dispute, a source has told the Associated Press.

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'Don't sleep on the Carolina Panthers'

Efe Obada makes no secret of preferring to be at the training facility or out on the field putting his expertise to the test, but even he admits that the restrictions of this year's virtual offseason had provided an invaluable learning period.

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49ers' Samuel has surgery on broken foot

San Francisco 49ers receiver Deebo Samuel has undergone surgery after breaking a bone in his left foot during informal workouts with teammates in Tennessee.

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Gordon applies for reinstatement to NFL

Wide receiver Josh Gordon has applied for reinstatement to the NFL, according to reports.

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McKinney: Coach Saban, Tua & life at Alabama

"As far as the way I do things I try to make them as perfect as possible."

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Trump: I'd love to see Kaepernick back in NFL

Donald Trump said on Wednesday he would "love to see" Colin Kaepernick get another chance in the NFL but that the quarterback's form when he last played "wasn't up to snuff".

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Cardinals' Murray to kneel for anthem

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray plans to show support for the recent protests against police brutality and systemic racism by kneeling for the US national anthem this season.

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Chargers' Lynn: Kaepernick fits our system

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn has indicated Colin Kaepernick is on the team's 'workout' list heading into camp.

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Judon questions Goodell's BLM support

Matthew Judon has questioned why NFL commissioner Roger Goodell refrained from speaking out against racism publicly in the past after he recently released a statement apologising to players for not listening to them on the matter.

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Giants' Rosas arrested on hit-and-run charge

New York Giants kicker Aldrick Rosas was arrested on Monday morning in Northern California following a hit-and-run incident.

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Las Vegas to host 2021 Pro Bowl

The 2021 Pro Bowl will be held at the new Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, the NFL announced on Tuesday.

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'More people understanding why Kap knelt'

NFL Network's Steve Wyche believes more people are finally opening their eyes to the reason why Colin Kaepernick decided to take a knee during the national anthem back in 2016.

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NFL Academy: How has year one gone?

On Monday, the NFL Academy announced its 'virtual tryouts' to recruit next year's student class.

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Gundy vows change after being seen in OAN t-shirt

Oklahoma State running back Chuba Hubbard and coach Mike Gundy appear to have ironed out their differences after the latter was photographed wearing a One America News Network t-shirt.

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The 49ers extend Shanahan deal

The San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan has been handed a new six-year contract to extend his stay to 2025, according to reports.

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Brooks out for year with torn Achilles

Philadelphia Eagles right guard Brandon Brooks has suffered a torn left Achilles tendon and is expected to be out for the entire upcoming season.

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Goodell encourages NFL teams to sign Kaepernick

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said he would "encourage" teams to sign Colin Kaepernick, adding that the league would also welcome the quarterback's off-the-field guidance on social justice.

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Elliott among Cowboys, Texans players to contract Covid-19

Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott is among several NFL players in Texas who have tested positive for coronavirus, NFL Network reported on Monday.

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CNN hires Jenkins as social justice commentator

CNN has hired New Orleans Saints safety Malcolm Jenkins as a commentator on issues of racism and social justice.

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Obada: Why I'm invested in the NFL Academy

Having not originated from a US college football background himself, Efe Obada's attention to youth development is focused on a gridiron ladder closer to home.

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NFL Academy launches virtual tryouts

The NFL Academy has launched a virtual campaign in a bid to find its next batch of student-athletes for the 2020/21 academic year.

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Popovich: Goodell folded to Trump; NFL owners hypocritical

San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich has accused NFL commissioner Roger Goodell of “folding” to Donald Trump on the issue of peaceful protests before games and has labelled a number of NFL owners as hypocrites.

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New era for Brady-less New England

Former New England Patriots Vice President of Player Personnel Scott Pioli has downplayed suggestions of a drastic regression in 2020 following the departure of quarterback Tom Brady.

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Trump threatens to boycott NFL, US Soccer over protests

US President Donald Trump has threatened to boycott the NFL and US Soccer if players do not stand for the national anthem before matches.

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'Trump opposition to Kaepernick made signing QB tough'

Donald Trump's opposition to Colin Kaepernick taking a knee during the US anthem made the Washington Redskins reluctant to sign the quarterback, according to Doug Williams.

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How have NFL owners reacted to George Floyd's death?

It has been almost three weeks since the death of unarmed black man George Floyd in US police custody, and yet the pursuit of racial justice from NFL owners is a far cry from the heartfelt commitment to the cause exhibited by their players.

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Texans coach O'Brien: 'I'll take a knee'

Houston Texans head coach Bill O'Brien says he will join any players who decide to kneel during the national anthem in the upcoming season.

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Brown sentenced to probation in assault case

Free agent wide receiver Antonio Brown was sentenced to two years probation, ordered to undergo a psychological evaluation and enrol in a 13-week anger management course in a Florida court on Friday.

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Patriots' Michel rehabbing after foot surgery

New England Patriots running back Sony Michel is reportedly recovering from foot surgery that took place last month.

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Owens: NFL owes Kaepernick an apology

NFL great Terrell Owens on Thursday said the league should apologise to Colin Kaepernick for refusing to support his kneeling protests against racial inequality during the 2016 season.

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NFL pledges $250m in fight against racism

The NFL has pledged to donate $250m to social justice causes over the next 10 years.

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Spikes: NFL had no choice but to apologise

Takeo Spikes has taken optimism from the NFL's decision to publicly apologise to its players, but admits the league faced no other option at this point.

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Brady leads calls to end police immunity

Super Bowl-winning quarterback Tom Brady was among more than 1,400 people across America's biggest sports leagues who signed a letter sent by the Players Coalition to the US Congress calling for an end to police immunity.

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What made NFL change stance on racial injustice?

"We admit we were wrong," said NFL commissioner Roger Goodell on Friday.

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'Kaepernick signing would be step forward for NFL'

Seattle Seahawks running back Carlos Hyde believes that an NFL team signing Colin Kaepernick would show that the league is serious about improving issues of racial inequality.

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Texans players attend George Floyd funeral

Several members of the Houston Texans attended the funeral of George Floyd on Tuesday.

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Gurley passes Falcons physical

Two-time All-Pro running back Todd Gurley has passed his Atlanta Falcons physical, according to multiple reports.

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Will Patricia keep his job in Detroit?

"We expect to be a playoff contender," stated Detroit Lions owner Martha Firestone Ford in December.

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Vikings RB Cook holding out for extension

Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook will reportedly be holding out from training camp until he is given a contract extension.

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NFL, NFLPA near roadmap to return

A roadmap for players to return to team facilities is being discussed by the NFL and NFL Players Association, NFL Network reported on Monday.

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Trump questions Goodell's position on kneeling

US President Donald Trump has questioned whether NFL commissioner Roger Goodell is changing the league's position on kneeling during the national anthem.

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Peterson: I will kneel during the anthem

Washington Redskins running back Adrian Peterson said he will kneel during the national anthem this season to protest racial injustice, and he does not plan to be the only player to do so.

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The big question surrounding Carson Wentz

Carson Wentz will head into September hopeful of a snapping a cruel trend of season-ending injuries with the Philadelphia Eagles.

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Jenkins: 'Our voices will no longer be ignored'

New Orleans Saints safety back Malcolm Jenkins has warned that the global protests over racial injustice and police brutality need to result in real change.

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NFL: We were wrong not to support player protests

The NFL has admitted it was wrong for not listening to players fighting for racial equality and encouraged them to peacefully protest.

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Brees tells Trump: This is not about the flag

Drew Brees has urged Donald Trump to "acknowledge the problems" facing the black community, insisting "this is not an issue about the American flag".

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NFL: We were wrong not to support player protests

The NFL has admitted it was wrong for not listening to player protests about the systematic oppression of black people.

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Trump: Brees should not be sorry - no kneeling

Donald Trump has once again criticised protesters who kneel during the national anthem and says NFL quarterback Drew Brees should not be sorry for calling it "disrespectful".

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Amaechi: No sustained anti-racism progress

John Amaechi says there has not been enough sustained progress behind anti-racism efforts in sport because organisations continue to purposefully abdicate their responsibility for societal change.

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Gayle: We are all in this together

Shaun Gayle believes Drew Brees' comments regarding kneeling for the national anthem underline the lack of understanding white Americans have for the lives of black Americans.

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Bills QB Fromm sorry for 'elite white people' text

Buffalo Bills rookie quarterback Jake Fromm apologised on Thursday for using the words "elite white people" in a text message sent last year.

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Players send video message to NFL about racial inequality

Patrick Mahomes, Saquon Barkley and Michael Thomas are among more than a dozen NFL stars who have united to send a passionate video message to the league about racial inequality.

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Wilcots: Time for action in the US

"I think there comes a time when you have to speak up. Rightfully, there also comes a time for action."

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Brees sorry for 'insensitive' flag comments

Drew Brees has issued an apology for saying he will "never agree with anybody disrespecting the flag of the United States of America".

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Brees criticised by Thomas, LeBron for flag comments

Drew Brees has been criticised by several high-profile sports stars including team-mate Michael Thomas and NBA star LeBron James after saying he will "never agree with anybody disrespecting the flag of the United States of America".

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'We owe Kaepernick' - Seahawks coach

Colin Kaepernick is owed a "tremendous amount" for taking a stand against police brutality and racial oppression back in 2016, says Seattle Seahawks coach Pete Carroll.

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Prescott makes $1m donation following George Floyd death

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott has pledged to donate $1m (£793,850) for police training and addressing "systemic racism" in the U.S.A, following the death of George Floyd.

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Jernigan announces Texans deal is off

Former Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle is back on the free-agent market after announcing he will no longer be joining the Houston Texans.

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NFL teams told to stay home for training camp

All 32 NFL teams have been told by Commissioner Roger Goodell to hold training camps at their home facilities this summer because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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NFL players speak out after George Floyd death

NFL veteran Josh Norman says now is the time to "sew" up a familiar wound in the United States following the death of George Floyd.

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Gronkowski loses WWE 24/7 belt after record run

Rob Gronkowski's record reign as WWE's 24/7 champ is over after nearly two months.

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