Linebacker says risk of head injury not worth it Chris Borland, 24, of the San Francisco 49ers walks away from big money "to do what's best for my health." Studies suggest that the hard knocks of football can lead to debilitating head injuries. More
This year's draft heavy on size, light on glamour This year's NFL draft is heavy on size and light on glamour. There's no high-profile quarterback destined to go No. 1 and instantly become the face of a downtrodden franchise. There's not even a running back or wide receiver worthy of the top overall pick, someone with the kind of swagger that wins over fans weary of losing. More
Packers ink Matthews to lucrative long-term deal Clay Matthews has signed a long-term extension with the Packers, as first reported by Ian Rapoport of NFL.com.
The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports the five-year, $66 million deal will make Matthews the NFL’s highest paid linebacker. Matthews, a four-time Pro Bowl pick, was scheduled to make $3.73 million in the final year of his contract, but he was expected to receive an offer valued around $13 million per year, similar to the NFL’s highest-paid linebacker, the Cowboys’ DeMarcus Ware. More
Steelers receiver Emmanuel Sanders signs Patriots' offer sheet The NFL restricted free-agent market is active once again. Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders has signed an offer sheet with the New England Patriots, his agent Jordan Woy confirmed to USA TODAY Sports. More
Shohei Ohtani’s dog steals show —again — at NL MVP announcement New York Post Unanimous yet again: Ohtani wins third career MVP Award MLB.comShohei Ohtani's wife and dog Decoy have priceless reaction to slugger winning MVP award USA TODAYHow Dodgers fared on the 2024 National League MVP ballot True Blue LA
Belleville QB Bryce Underwood, No. 1 national recruit, flips commitment to Michigan Detroit NewsQB Bryce Underwood flips to Michigan: What the Wolverines are getting ESPNBryce Underwood flips to Michigan: What it means for LSU, the Wolverines and CFB's revenue-sharing future 247SportsLSU football has lost its commitment from the No. 1 overall player in the Class of 2025 NOLA.comBryce Underwood flips commitment to Michigan after eye-popping $10.5M NIL offer New York Post
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