So much for a Super Bowl hangover. The Chiefs showed that aspiring AFC contenders have their work cut out for them in catching Patrick Mahomes and Co.
Author: Mike Jones, USA TODAY
Baltimore Ravens’ injury woes continue as RB Gus Edwards, CB Marcus Peters suffer serious knee injuries
Baltimore Ravens running back Gus Edwards and cornerback Marcus Peters suffered serious knee injuries during Thursday’s practice.
Opinion: After signs of growth, these 12 young NFL players look poised to make waves in 2021
Each NFL season provides the opportunity for young players to seize the stage, and these potential standouts look ready to do so this year.
Baltimore Ravens make Mark Andrews one of NFL’s highest-paid tight ends
With the season opener just days away, the Baltimore Ravens have made tight end Mark Andrews one of the highest-paid players at his position.
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NFL, NFLPA agree to weekly COVID testing for vaccinated players and staff
With preparations for the regular season now underway, the NFL and NFLPA have agreed to modify the frequency schedule for COVID-19 testing.
Opinion: Despite robust vaccination figures, NFL receives reminder that it remains at mercy of COVID-19
Just as the NFL seemingly was inching closer to safety came reminders that COVID-19 remains as vaunted an opponent as ever.
Opinion: Trey Lance is the 49ers’ future, but San Francisco is right not to rush rookie QB into starting role
The 49ers traded three first-round picks to move up in the NFL draft for Trey Lance, but they’re not forcing the rookie into a starting role.
Patriots notebook: Nelson Agholor could provide much-needed boost at wide receiver
The Patriots’ quarterback competition has been the team’s top story of the summer, but New England is also looking for more help from its receivers.
Opinion: Saints face potential QB crisis if Jameis Winston or Taysom Hill can’t elevate their games
Saints need either Jameis Winston or Taysom Hill to seize the starting quarterback job, but so far in preseason neither QB has risen to the occasion.