RB Fournette released by Jaguars

The Jacksonville Jaguars took another major step in their rebuild on Monday as they released running back Leonard Fournette.

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Chargers' James out for 'significant' time with knee injury

Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James is expected to miss "significant time" because of a meniscus injury suffered during Sunday's practice, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.

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NFL season preview: AFC North

The wait is nearly over and the new NFL season is almost upon us!

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'Dad, did you get fired or something?'

Every Saturday morning Sylvia Whittaker would drop her son Jakeem off at the local skating rink in Texas, along with his brothers Markeith and Keonte.

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Jaguars agree to trade Ngakoue to Vikings

The Jacksonville Jaguars have agreed to trade disgruntled pass rusher Yannick Ngakoue to the Minnesota Vikings.

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NFL season preview: AFC South

The wait is nearly over and the new NFL season is almost upon us!

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NFL season preview: NFC West

The wait is nearly over and the new NFL season is almost upon us!

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Gayle: Ravens' statement made others take notice

Professional sports teams, such as the Baltimore Ravens, speaking out in the fight for social justice are making more people take notice, says former NFL defensive back Shaun Gayle.

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Wright: NFL boycotts 'a possibility'

Washington team president Jason Wright believes NFL players could follow the lead of other US sports and boycott matches in support of social justice.

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Eagles LT Dillard out for season

Philadelphia Eagles starting left tackle Andre Dillard's second NFL season is seemingly over before it began.

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NFL season preview: NFC East

The wait is nearly over and the new NFL season is almost upon us!

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NFL teams cancel practice after Blake shooting

Multiple NFL teams announced on Thursday morning they were cancelling practice to use the time instead to invest in social justice change.

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NFL season preview: NFC North

The wait is nearly over and the new NFL season is almost upon us!

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Giants lose McKinney and Mayo to injuries

Xavier McKinney and David Mayo face time on the sidelines after the New York Giants duo picked up injuries on Wednesday. 

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Washington 'distressed' by further sexual harassment claims

Washington Football Team say they are "deeply distressed" following further allegations of sexual harassment.

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NFL season preview: NFC South

The wait is nearly over and the new NFL season is almost upon us!

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Wisconsin sports teams lead calls for change after shooting

Wisconsin's three major professional sports teams have led calls for change following the police shooting of a black man, which has sparked violent protests in the Milwaukee suburb of Kenosha.

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Goodell: I wish we'd listened to Kaepernick sooner

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell has admitted he wishes the league had listened to Colin Kaepernick sooner when he began protesting in 2016.

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Delpit compounds Browns' injury problems

For the second time in training camp, the Cleveland Browns' defense has been rocked by a major injury.

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Dolphins to allow 13,000 fans for home opener

A maximum of 13,000 fans will be allowed at Hard Rock Stadium for the Miami Dolphins' opening home game of the NFL season against the Buffalo Bills on September 20.

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Simms: Falcons sleeping under the radar

Chris Simms has identified the Atlanta Falcons as a surprise playoff candidate as they look to build on their strong finish to the 2019 campaign.

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NFL's 77 positive coronavirus tests were false, says lab

Seventy-seven positive coronavirus tests from 11 NFL teams have all been shown to be false positives after they were re-examined by a New Jersey lab.

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Ravens release Thomas for 'adverse conduct'

The Baltimore Ravens have released Pro Bowl safety Earl Thomas following his training-ground altercation with teammate Chuck Clark.

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NFL investigates positive COVID-19 test results

Several NFL teams will alter or cancel their pre-season training schedules after a number of daily coronavirus tests carried out on Saturday came back positive.

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Wright: How I'll change Washington's culture

Washington's new team president Jason Wright says he is planning to change the culture around the NFL franchise following its name change due to its association with racial inequality.

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Must-watch NFL rookies in 2020

Rarely have NFL rookies faced a tougher introduction to the professional ranks than in 2020 as teams overcome the hurdles posed by the coronavirus pandemic.

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Washington’s Rivera diagnosed with cancer

Washington head coach Ron Rivera has been diagnosed with a form of skin cancer.

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Kansas adopt inclusive policy to honour Indian heritage

Super Bowl champions, the Kansas City Chiefs, have announced they are highlighting measures to be more inclusive and honour Indian heritage.

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Seahawks to play first three home games without fans

The Seattle Seahawks have made the decision to play at least their first three home games without fans due to the coronavirus pandemic.

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Mahomes: It's my duty to speak up

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes says he will continue to use his platform to speak out against racism and social injustice, and is committed to taking action.

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Wilson could be out for season; Chubb concussed

Cleveland Browns linebacker Mack Wilson could be ruled out for the season after suffering a leg injury in training on Tuesday.

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Cowboys release McCoy after quads rupture

Gerald McCoy has been waived by the Dallas Cowboys a day after he ruptured his right quadriceps tendon during the first padded practice of training camp.

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'Brady is trying to turn me into a living legend'

Tampa Bay Buccaneers' wide receiver Mike Evans says star quarterback Tom Brady is trying to turn him into a "living legend".

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Mahomes: 2020 is a clean slate

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes says he is motivated by a "clean slate" in 2020 after his team's Super Bowl win last season.

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Alford to miss 2020 season with torn pec

Arizona Cardinals cornerback Robert Alford is set to miss the entire 2020 season with a torn pectoral muscle.

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'Baltimore Ravens the best team in the NFL'

The Baltimore Ravens flexed their might for much of the 2019 season with an often-unstoppable offense and a bullish defense that progressed as the year went on.

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Chiefs allow some fans, Bears behind closed doors

The Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs announced on Monday they intend on having fans at games at 22 per cent of capacity inside Arrowhead Stadium when the 2020 season begins.

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Brady: Tampa move wasn't 'spur of the moment'

Tom Brady insists his decision to leave the New England Patriots for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers was not a "spur of the moment thing".

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'Rivers is going to shock a lot of people'

Indianapolis Colts DE Justin Houston says that his team's quarterback Philip Rivers is set to "shock a lot of people" in the upcoming 2020 season.

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Washington name Wright as NFL's first black team president

The Washington Football Team made a historic announcement on Monday by naming former running back Jason Wright as the NFL's first ever black team president.

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Jags' Gunter retires due to heart condition

Jacksonville Jaguars defensive lineman Rodney Gunter is retiring after revealing he has a serious and potentially life-threatening heart condition.

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Smith cleared to play after double leg break

Washington quarterback Alex Smith has been cleared to play football again, 21 months after sustaining a double leg break which nearly cost him his life.

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'Brady out to prove the doubters wrong'

Chris Simms has his own reservations over Tom Brady's claim as the greatest quarterback of all time, but does believe the six-time Super Bowl champion will fit in nicely with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers setup.

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Packers sign Clark to $70m extension

Green Bay Packers defensive tackle Kenny Clark has signed a four-year contract extension worth $70million, with a $25million signing bonus.

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'NFL raring to get back to the UK'

The NFL is eagerly-awaiting its return to the United Kingdom in 2021 as it looks to continue expanding its presence in the international market. 

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Mayfield: I lost myself last season

Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield admits that he lost himself amid doubt and a spiraling season during the 2019 campaign.

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Tua: Fitzpatrick doing 'tremendous' job with me

Ryan Fitzpatrick is proving an ideal mentor to Tua Tagovailoa as the Miami Dolphins quarterback contends with an unconventional transition to the NFL.

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Seahawks cut rookie for trying to sneak in visitor

The Seattle Seahawks have cut undrafted rookie cornerback Kemah Siverand after he was caught trying to sneak a female visitor into the team hotel.

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NFL's highest-paid players

After George Kittle signed his new bumper deal with the San Francisco 49ers, we examine the NFL's highest-paid players.

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Chiefs TE Kelce agrees four-year, $57m extension

The Kansas City Chiefs have tied down yet another instrumental figure to their Super Bowl success by handing tight end Travis Kelce a four-year, $57m extension. 

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Hard Knocks LA: NFL soap-opera returns... with masks

HBO's Hard Knocks is back, and with it the annual exploration into a Pandora's Box embellished with NFL glitz, ardour, plight and politics.

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49ers, Kittle agree five-year, $75m extension

George Kittle is set to become the highest-paid tight end in NFL history after agreeing a five-year extension with the San Francisco 49ers. 

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'Must-watch' games in 2020 NFL season

It is almost time for the 2020 NFL season when American football returns to Sky Sports!

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Cowboys owner promises 'grace' over anthem

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones vowed he and his team would show "grace" as he promised an open dialogue with his players about kneeling during the national anthem.

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Pick Six: Storylines to follow in 2020 NFL season

The new NFL season will soon be upon us and when it arrives, there will be many storylines that need to be monitored - including the fact that we are about to embark on the most challenging campaign since World War II.

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NFL extends daily COVID-19 testing to Sep 5

The NFL and the NFL Players Association have extended daily coronavirus testing for players and staff until September 5 - five days before the season opener.

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Bills HC McDermott agrees new contract

Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott has signed a new multi-year contract having helped transform the team into AFC East contenders since his arrival.

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NFL and Sky Sports unveil 'Sky Sports NFL'

Sky and the NFL have agreed a new five-year partnership to broadcast the NFL, the first time the league has joined with an international broadcaster to launch a channel dedicated to the sport.

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Mahomes vs Watson: A fitting curtain-raiser

A new season, a new decade, a new era, a new quarterback duel. A revisit of Patrick Mahomes versus Deshaun Watson is perhaps the perfect way to whet the appetite of NFL fans longing for the return of football.

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Giants' Garrett: Jones a joy to work with

Jason Garrett is embracing the opportunity to work with quarterback Daniel Jones as he prepares for his first season as offensive coordinator of the New York Giants.

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Big Ten, Pac-12 postpone 2020 season

The Big Ten and Pac-12 called off their fall football seasons on Tuesday because of concerns about COVID-19, taking two of college football's five power conferences out of a crumbling season.

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Tomlin counting down Roethlisberger's return

Head coach Mike Tomlin is looking forward to seeing Pittsburgh Steelers' quarterback Ben Roethlisberger's return to action this season.

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Chargers coach Lynn says he had coronavirus

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn has revealed he tested positive for coronavirus earlier in the year.

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Rivera: Cutting Guice in Washington's best interest

Washington Football Team coach Ron Rivera says that releasing running back Derrius Guice was in the "best interest of our organisation".

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Edelman: Patriots ready to move on from Brady

Julian Edelman insists "the train keeps moving" as he and the New England Patriots continue to acclimatise to life without quarterback Tom Brady.

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Tomlin: Lack of minority coaches is a joke

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin says the NFL has to do better in getting more head coaches from minority backgrounds.

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College players unite in push to save season

College football players from across the country have united in an attempt to save a season being threatened by the coronavirus pandemic and ensure they won't be left out of the big decisions anymore.

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Vikings linebacker Smith to have heart surgery

Minnesota Vikings linebacker Cameron Smith is in need of open-heart surgery and will miss the upcoming season.

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Washington release Guice after arrest

Washington have released running back Derrius Guice after he was arrested on domestic violence-related charges.

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The 2017 tight ends lurking in Kittle's shadow

Take a moment to cast your eyes back on the 2017 NFL Draft and it is easy to be side-tracked by the Chicago Bears' forever-to-be scrutinised decision to select Mitchell Trubisky ahead of Patrick Mahomes and Deshaun Watson.

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Giants' Baker to face prosecution on robbery

New York Giants cornerback DeAndre Baker will face prosecution on four counts of robbery with a firearm, while Seattle Seahawks cornerback Quinton Dunbar will not be charged after an alleged incident during a house party.

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Lambeau Field to be fan-less for Packers' openers

One of the oldest NFL stadiums will be empty for the first two regular-season games this year.

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Top NFL Draft prospect Rousseau opts out

Miami pass rusher and projected first-round pick Gregory Rousseau has opted out of the 2020 college football season in light of the coronavirus pandemic.

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NFL opt-out deadline: Melvin out, White in

Jacksonville cornerback Rashaan Melvin became the third member of the Jaguars to opt out of the 2020 season, while Tre'Davious White will play in 2020.

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Brady: 'Clock ticking on all of us' to be ready

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady says the "clock is ticking on all of us" as NFL teams scramble to get ready for the start of the campaign after an off-season disrupted by the coronavirus pandemic.

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Wilson becomes second Dolphins WR to opt out

Albert Wilson is the second Miami Dolphins wide receiver to opt out of the 2020 NFL season due to coronavirus concerns.

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Stafford back after false positive coronavirus test

Matthew Stafford was removed from the reserve/COVID-19 list on Tuesday after the Detroit Lions confirmed the quarterback had returned a false positive test.

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McCoy joins Brady and Gronk at Tampa Bay

Six-time Pro Bowl running back LeSean McCoy has joined the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for next season.

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2021 Draft prospect Bateman opts out

Rashod Bateman has revealed he is opting out of the 2020 college season amid concerns of the coronavirus pandemic. 

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49ers sign tight end Reed

The San Francisco 49ers have signed injury-prone tight end Jordan Reed on a one-year deal, ESPN's Adam Schefter reported on Monday.

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NFL players given opt-out deadline

NFL players have until 9pm UK time on Thursday to decide whether they will opt out of the 2020 season.

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Buffalo sign guard Winters after Jets release

The Buffalo Bills have signed right guard Brian Winters, just a day after he was cut by division rival the New York Jets.

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Raiders to play without fans in new Las Vegas home

The Raiders will play their first season in Las Vegas without any fans at their home games because of the coronavirus pandemic.

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Jags' Minshew on reserve/COVID-19 list

The Jacksonville Jaguars put starting quarterback Gardner Minshew II on the reserve/COVID-19 list on Sunday, one day after the team announced that defensive end Lerentee McCray had opted out of the 2020 season.

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New York Jets release long-serving Winters

The New York Jets released right guard Brian Winters on Sunday after 89 career games with the team.

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Eagles coach Pederson tests positive for COVID-19

Philadelphia Eagles coach Doug Pederson has tested positive for COVID-19, the team announced on Sunday.

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The NFL's 'million dollar question' after MLB outbreak

The NBA might well have patted itself on the back on Thursday when LeBron James pounced on his own miss to make the winning shot with 12.8 seconds left as the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Los Angeles Clippers 103-101 on the opening night of the restart.

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Jets' Mosley opts out of 2020 season

New York Jets middle linebacker C.J. Mosley won't play in the 2020 season, opting out amid the coronavirus pandemic, according to reports.

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