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NBA moves a big step closer to finalizing new 11-year media rights deals

The NBA’s Board of Governors approved the league’s next media rights deals with Disney, NBC and Amazon Prime Video at its meeting Tuesday, moving the league one giant step closer to finalizing the 11-year agreements that will be worth about $76 billion.

Bears agree to deals with QB Caleb Williams, wide receiver Rome Odunze

Patriots receiver won’t face prosecution over online gambling while at LSU

Mahomes joins rookies, select veterans at Chiefs camp and chase a 3rd straight Super Bowl title

Bears, wide receiver Rome Odunze agree to rookie contract

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Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) takes part in drills during NFL football practice at the team’s minicamp in Eagan, Minn., Wednesday, June 5, 2024. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

Wide receivers’ salaries are expected to keep pace with rising NFL salary cap: Analysis

Justin Jefferson reset the market for wide receivers when he became the NFL’s highest-paid non-quarterback. That distinction shouldn’t last too long.

Past games

NFL’s late Sunday afternoon doubleheader window continues to get the most scrutiny and viewers

Analysis: Despite low trade value, Justin Fields still has potential to be a special player

Pro Picks

AP Pro Football Writer Rob Maaddi shares his picks for upcoming games.

Pro Picks: Purdy will lead the 49ers to another comeback win, ruining Chiefs’ repeat bid

Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes on expecting his third child: ‘I’m done. I’ll say that.’

Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and his wife, Brittany, recently announced that they were expecting their third child, but don’t expect a fourth.

Packers report more than $60 million in profit for most recent fiscal year

The Green Bay Packers received a record amount of national revenue from the NFL in fiscal year 2024, resulting in a profit from operations of $60.1 million.

Brandon Aiyuk requests trade from 49ers, AP source says

A person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that star wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk has requested a trade from the San Francisco 49ers because the two sides haven’t made progress on a new deal.

Browns, kicker Dustin Hopkins agree on 3-year, $15.9 million contract extension, AP source says

A person familiar with the negotiations tells the Associated Press that the Cleveland Browns and kicker Dustin Hopkins have agreed to a three-year, $15.9 million contract extension.

Ravens put running back Keaton Mitchell on physically unable to perform list because of knee injury

The Baltimore Ravens have put running back Keaton Mitchell on the physically unable to perform list.

Hall of Famer Calvin Johnson set to receive ‘Pride of the Lions’ honor at Ford Field

Pro Football Hall of Famer Calvin Johnson was chosen for induction into the “Pride of the Lions,” an honor that will put his name on permanent display at Ford Field.

NFL training camps get underway as rookies start reporting this week

The short summer vacation is over for NFL players. It’s time to begin the journey to Super Bowl 59. Coming off a disappointing finish in the AFC championship game, the Baltimore Ravens became the first team to open training camp when they welcomed rookies on Saturday.

Vikings receiver Jordan Addison arrested in California on suspicion of DUI

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison has been arrested in California on suspicion of driving under the influence.

Jacoby Jones, a star of Baltimore’s most recent Super Bowl title run, has died at age 40

Former NFL receiver Jacoby Jones has died at age 40. Jones’ 108-yard kickoff return in 2013 remains the longest touchdown in Super Bowl history.

Longtime NFL assistant coach and defensive mastermind Monte Kiffin dies at age 84

Monte Kiffin, the longtime NFL and college assistant coach whose Tampa Bay defenses routinely ranked among the league’s best, died Thursday. He was 84.

Titans sign safety Jamal Adams to further revamp their secondary

The Tennessee Titans signed three-time Pro Bowl safety Jamal Adams. The 28-year-old was the sixth pick overall in 2017 by the New York Jets and was an All-Pro in 2019.

Bill Belichick joining ‘Inside the NFL’ for upcoming season

The CW Network announced Thursday that Bill Belichick will be one of the analysts on “Inside the NFL” this season.

Here’s what you need to know about the NBA’s upcoming 11-year, $76 billion media rights deal

The NBA might not be happy with the NFL making Christmas Day a regular part of its schedule. However, its new set of media rights deals nearly puts them in the same economic arena.

Former Browns QB great Bernie Kosar reveals health challenges

Former Cleveland Browns star quarterback Bernie Kosar has been diagnosed with cirrhosis of the liver and Parkinson’s disease, according to a story in Cleveland Magazine.

Former NFL executive, Cardinals star Adrian Wilson arrested on misdemeanor assault charge

Former Carolina Panthers executive and Arizona Cardinals star safety Adrian Wilson was arrested in Arizona on June 1 on charges of assault, property damage and disorderly conduct, according to the Scottsdale police.

No more confusion: Jags rusher Josh Allen changes last name to Hines-Allen to honor maternal family

Jacksonville Jaguars star pass rusher Josh Allen has changed his last name to Hines-Allen to honor his maternal family and relatives who have worn that surname on their jerseys.

NFL suspends Steelers CB Cam Sutton for 8 games for violating the league’s personal conduct policy

The NFL has suspended Pittsburgh Steelers safety Cam Sutton for the first eight games of the 2024 season for violating the league’s personal conduct policy.

Vikings’ Khyree Jackson, 2 former high school teammates killed in car crash in Maryland

Police say Vikings rookie cornerback Khyree Jackson has been killed in a car crash in Maryland. The 24-year-old Jackson was one of three people who died Saturday in an overnight three-car crash in Prince George’s County.

Rams re-sign veteran safety John Johnson after successful return last season

Veteran safety John Johnson has re-signed with the Los Angeles Rams after his successful return to the team last season.

NFL suspends veteran safety Tashaun Gipson 6 games for performance-enhancing drug use

Veteran safety Tashaun Gipson has been suspended by the NFL for the first six games of the 2024 season for violating the league’s performance-enhancing drug policy.

NFL receiver Randall Cobb thanks firefighters for saving his family from a house fire

Veteran NFL wide receiver Randall Cobb is thanking Nashville firefighters for saving his family after a house fire.

Jags owner Khan calls 2023 collapse an ‘organizational failure’ and says it can’t happen again

Jacksonville Jaguars owner Shad Khan called last year’s late-season collapse an “organizational failure.”

Jaguars owner Shad Khan says $1.4 billion stadium renovation won’t sit well with ‘Debbie Downers’

Jacksonville Jaguars owner Shad Khan could have taken a chest-thumping victory lap. After all, he bought an NFL franchise in 2012 that was the laughingstock of the league and was preparing to potentially play several home games annually in nearby Orlando.

Jacksonville approves $1.4B ‘stadium of the future’ that should keep the Jaguars in town for decades

The city of Jacksonville has approved a $1.4 billion “stadium of the future” that should keep the Jaguars in one of the NFL’s smallest markets for at least another 30 years and end decades of speculation about the franchise being a potential relocation candidate.

Kansas City Chiefs release DL Isaiah Buggs after 2 recent arrests in Alabama

The Kansas City Chiefs released defensive lineman Isaiah Buggs on Monday after two recent arrests in Alabama.

Ed Policy to take over as Packers president and CEO after Mark Murphy’s retirement next summer

Green Bay Packers chief operating officer and general counsel Ed Policy will take over as the team’s president and CEO next year following the retirement of Mark Murphy.

Barry Sanders says he experienced ‘health scare’ related to his heart

Pro Football Hall of Fame running back Barry Sanders says he “experienced a health scare” involving his heart last weekend.

The 49ers sign 1st-round pick Ricky Pearsall to a 4-year contract

The San Francisco 49ers have signed first-round pick Ricky Pearsall to a four-year contract worth a fully guaranteed $12.5 million.

Packers claim former Michigan kicker James Turner off waivers from Detroit Lions

The Green Bay Packers have claimed James Turner off waivers from the Detroit Lions and once again have a three-man competition for the kicking job.

Browns release Lonnie Phelps following his DUI arrest in Florida after crashing into restaurant

The Cleveland Browns have cut defensive end Lonnie Phelps following his arrest on drunken driving charges after he crashed his SUV into a Florida restaurant.