NFL
News out of the National Football League (NFL) is constantly changing and updating. Thirty-two teams make up the North American league, split between the National Football Conference and the American Football Conference. Founded in 1920, the current commissioner is Roger Goodell. It is one of four major sports leagues in the United States, alongside Major League Baseball (MLB), National Basketball Association (NBA) and National Hockey League (NHL).
NFL Stars Praise Carl Nassib for Coming Out As Gay: 'We're Proud of You'
The Las Vegas Raiders defensive end made the announcement on Monday, June 21, becoming the first publicly gay player in the NFL.
Raiders DE Carl Nassib Comes Out as Gay, a Big LGBTQ Win During Pride Month
"I've been meaning to do this for a while now, but I finally feel comfortable enough to get it off my chest," said Nassib, who's become the first NFL player to admit they're gay.
Bills WR Cole Beasley Rips NFL COVID Rules, Says 'I'd Rather Die Living'
"I'm not vaccinated! I will be outside doing what I do. I'll be out in public. If your scared of me then steer clear, or get vaccinated," the wide receiver wrote. "Point. Blank. Period."
Officer Who Shot Indianapolis Man Sues Over Online Social Justice Campaign
The officer who shot Dreasjon Reed last May is now suing the NFL for defamation after the organization included Reed in a social justice campaign. "For NFL Enterprises then to suggest he was involved in police or racist misconduct is totally false, defamatory and unacceptable."
Racism in the Name of Equity Isn't the Answer
Labeling one race incapable of taking a test, in an attempt to combat racism, only came back to hurt the people it was intended to help.
Julio Jones Traded to Titans, Improving the Team's Odds to Win Super Bowl
The Titans saw their odds of winning both the AFC championship and Super Bowl get even better with the Julio Jones trade. Here are the new odds.
NFL Assistants to Lose Locker Room, Field Access For Not Taking Vaccination
It means these coaches and staff members would be banned from the field, meeting rooms or any other interactions with players.
Deshaun Watson No Longer the Texans Starter? Tyrod Taylor Makes it Sound So
"I've been a fan of his, and I know him personally, but the opportunity to be able to start here is something that I look forward to," Taylor said of Deshaun Watson.
Watch Broncos' Drew Lock Struggle With His Mask Due to His Chiseled Jaw
Drew Lock, 24, is the Denver Broncos starting quarterback, who scored 16 touchdowns in the 2020 season.
Sen. Arlen Specter's Son Claims Trump Attempted to Stop Spygate Probe
Former President Donald Trump and New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft have denied any involvement in blocking the 2008 Spygate probe involving the NFL team.
MLK III: Boycotting Sporting Events Would See 'Overnight' Changes on Racism
The son of Martin Luther King Jr. has called for athletes to use their platforms to force society to tackle racism.
QB Aaron Rodgers Breaks Silence on His Recent Rift With Green Bay Packers
The Packers quarterback said his beef with the organization wasn't the fact that they traded up to draft quarterback Jordan Love in the 2020 NFL Draft.
Aaron Rodgers to Julio Jones Could be Best QB-WR Combo Ever in One Season
A Rodgers-Julio duo could be the best single-season combo of quarterback and wide receiver if they linked up for at least just one season.
NFL Coaching Candidate Eugene Chung Told He's 'Not the Right Minority'
"It was absolutely mind-blowing to me that in 2021, something like that is actually a narrative," Chung said.
Dodger Stadium Reopening to Full Capacity Signals COVID is Over in Sports
As more leagues and venues continue opening to more and more fans, the majority of them maskless, it shows that COVID is becoming a part of sports history.
Patrick Mahomes: Put Microchips in Footballs to End 'Human Error' on TDs
"I've always thought about the chip in the ball has to happen at some point, where if you cross the line it just tells you touchdown," Mahomes said. "But it's also kind of like the whole human error thing, it's kind of like baseball, balls and strikes, it's just part of the game."
$120 Tim Tebow Jerseys Top Seller At NFL Shop, 1 Day After Jaguars Deal
In a statement released by the Jaguars, Tebow said, "I want to thank the Jaguars for the opportunity to compete and earn the chance to be part of this team."
Black Men Have Lower Cognitive Skills Than White Men, NFL Lawsuits Assert
"Norming by race is not the stance that the NFL ought to take," a medical ethicist said in regards to a controversial practice the NFL uses to determine who is entitled to compensation for brain injuries.
Tom Brady Compares Bucs-Patriots to 'High School' and 'College Friends'
Tom Brady returns to New England on Oct. 3 to face the Patriots, who he guided to six Super Bowl titles. brady won a seventh title last season with Tampa Bay.
2021 NFL Schedule: Opening Weekend Games Announced, Tampa Bay Hosts Dallas
The NFL concocted an interesting opening weekend with intriguing matchups, budding rivalries and having the newest stars in the limelight.
Video of Kids Colliding Head-to-Head During Football Drill Sparks Backlash
The viral video has been watched over 4.5 million times and is drawing intense criticism from athletes and sports commentators.
NFL Strength of Schedule for All 32 Teams for the 2021 Season
The league will release its schedule for the upcoming season during a three-hour show on Wednesday night.
OJ Simpson Says He's a Fan of Liz Cheney Because She 'Stands Up for Truth'
The embattled congresswoman has received some support from unlikely source.
Trump Not Buying 'Loser' Cowboys for $50M Looks Worse as Team Now Worth $6B
"I feel sorry for the poor guy who is going to buy the Dallas Cowboys," Trump said in the 1980s. "It's a no-win situation for him."
Aaron Rodgers, Who Wants Out of Green Bay, Had Glowing Ratings on Jeopardy!
The Green Bay quarterback is near the top of the ratings for guest hosts while Anderson Cooper had the lowest marks so far.
This NFL Star's Amazing Sprints Could See Him Make the Olympics
The Seattle Seahawks wide receiver is aiming to qualify for the Olympic Trials in the 100 meters on Sunday.
NFL Draft 2021: Rounds 2-3 Draft Order and Results
Here are the draft orders and live results for Rounds 2 and 3 of the 2021 NFL Draft.
Najee Harris Helped Throw Draft Party at Homeless Shelter He Once Lived In
The Alabama running back was selected with the 24th overall pick by the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday.
NFL Draft 2021—Top Remaining Prospects, List of Second-Round Picks
The first round of the 2021 NFL Draft is in the history books, but several talented prospects remain on the board ahead of Round 2.
NFL Draft 2021 Winners and Losers From Round 1
The Bears threw a curveball by trading up to draft Justin Fields, while Mac Jones fell all the way to No. 15.
