NFL free agency: Aaron Rodgers signs new deal with Packers; Browns are in mix for Deshaun Watson

The negotiating window for NFL free agents opened Monday, but no deals will become official until Wednesday afternoon.

By Mark MaskeMarch 15, 2022
NFLAnalysis

Never doubt the Steelers, even when they sign Mitchell Trubisky

The one-time second overall pick is high-upside, low-cost and a perfect fit in Pittsburgh.

By Adam KilgoreMarch 14, 2022
NFLPerspective

For competition addicts like Tom Brady, there will always be unfinished business

For 40 days, Brady tried to imagine a life without needing to win another football game. And on the 41st day, he admitted he wasn’t satisfied.

By Jerry BrewerMarch 14, 2022

Tom Brady changes course, announces he will return to Buccaneers for 2022 NFL season

Brady, 44, announced his retirement Feb. 1 after 22 NFL seasons and seven Super Bowl victories. Barely 40 days later, he's back.

By Mark MaskeMarch 13, 2022

Deshaun Watson trade talks expected to intensify between Texans, interested teams

Texans star still faces civil lawsuits and potential league-imposed discipline but could become the next prominent NFL quarterback to be traded.

By Mark MaskeMarch 13, 2022

Brandon Scherff, Tim Settle set to leave Washington as NFL’s legal tampering window opens

Washington, which was relatively quiet on the first day of the free agent negotiating period, was expected to let both walk in free agency.

By Nicki JhabvalaMarch 15, 2022

Commanders offensive coordinator Scott Turner agrees to new three-year contract

Turner, who joined Ron Rivera's staff in Washington two years ago, is now under contract through the 2024 season.

By Nicki JhabvalaMarch 13, 2022

Commanders enter free agency with plenty of needs but not much salary cap space

Washington has locked up its quarterback but enters free agency with a lot more roster holes to fill.

By Nicki JhabvalaMarch 13, 2022

Johnny Grier, first Black referee in the NFL, dies at 74

He became an NFL official in 1981, then was named a referee, the top official on the field, in 1988. He retired in 2004.

By Matt SchudelMarch 12, 2022

Cowboys set to trade wide receiver Amari Cooper to Browns

The Cowboys receive a fifth-round draft pick in the deal, with the teams also exchanging sixth-round draft positions.

By Mark MaskeMarch 12, 2022

Deshaun Watson will not face criminal charges stemming from allegations of sexual misconduct

The Houston Texans quarterback still faces accusations by women in civil lawsuits and possible disciplinary action by the league.

By Mark Maske and Nicki JhabvalaMarch 11, 2022

As sports leagues embrace gambling profits, Calvin Ridley’s suspension resurfaces issues

Sports leagues have long confronted the possibility of gambling corruption. But as the suspension of Calvin Ridley shows, the issues are cast in a new light as teams and leagues lunge for profit.

By Adam KilgoreMarch 11, 2022

Bears set to trade former defensive player of the year Khalil Mack to the Chargers

Former NFL defensive player of the year Khalil Mack joins Joey Bosa to form a major pass-rushing combo in L.A.

By Mark Maske and Nicki JhabvalaMarch 10, 2022

One season was all it took for Colts to move on from Carson Wentz

The trade of Carson Wentz to the Commanders leaves the Colts searching for their fifth different starting quarterback in five seasons.

By Mark MaskeMarch 9, 2022
NFLPerspective

With Russell Wilson, the Seahawks changed the NFL. Now they’re trying to do it again.

In trading Russell Wilson while he’s still a franchise quarterback, the maverick Seahawks will either look like visionaries or fools.

By Jerry BrewerMarch 9, 2022

Deion Sanders reveals he had two toes amputated after blood clot issue last year

Pro Football Hall of Famer Deion Sanders had to pause his first full season as head coach of Jackson State for an extended stay in a hospital.

By Des BielerMarch 8, 2022

Grand jury is set to convene, weigh criminal charges against Deshaun Watson

Eight women who filed criminal complaints of sexual misconduct were subpoenaed to appear before a grand jury Friday, their attorney said.

By Nicki Jhabvala and Mark MaskeMarch 8, 2022

Seahawks agree to send Russell Wilson to Broncos in blockbuster trade

The Seahawks are set to receive quarterback Drew Lock and a package of draft picks for the nine-time Pro Bowl quarterback.

By Mark Maske and Nicki JhabvalaMarch 8, 2022

Aaron Rodgers remains with Packers, with huge deal in the works

Rodgers's new contract would, if completed, pay him around $50 million per season.

By Mark Maske and Nicki JhabvalaMarch 8, 2022

Richard Sherman pleads guilty to two misdemeanors from July incident

Richard Sherman, soon to be a free agent again, crashed his car in a construction site and tried to force his way into his in-laws' house.

By Cindy BorenMarch 8, 2022

Falcons’ Calvin Ridley suspended indefinitely for betting on NFL games

Ridley's suspension will last at least through the 2022 season, the NFL said.

By Mark MaskeMarch 7, 2022

Robert Griffin III’s tell-all book nixed four months after it was announced

"In time and through a more meaningful method, I hope to address my first-hand experience," Griffin said in a statement.

By Glynn A. HillMarch 4, 2022

Kenny Pickett measured with unusually small hand size at NFL draft combine

It remains to be seen if Kenny Pickett's 8.5-inch measurement affects his draft stock, but that would give the Pitt star the smallest throwing hand of any NFL quarterback this season.

By Des BielerMarch 3, 2022