Tag: Football
Rutgers holding 1st spring practice since Schiano’s return
For the first time since Greg Schiano started his second stint as coach, Rutgers has something new on the football field — spring football.
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Raiders get backlash for tweet after conviction of officer
<p>HENDERSON, Nev. — The Las Vegas Raiders got angry backlash for a tweet the team sent after Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin was convicted...
NHL: Virus protocols not ‘relaxed’ for vaccinated players
The NHL on Wednesday confirmed it has not guaranteed loosened virus protocols for players who are vaccinated after Vegas goaltender Robin Lehner ripped the...
Opt-out decisions throw wrench into NFL draft options
<p>Caleb Farley was the first top prospect to make the decision that has added a whole new layer of uncertainty to the annual crapshoot...
Former star safety T.J. Ward announces retirement from NFL
T.J. Ward, the walk-on at Oregon who became a key part of Denver's famed “No Fly Zone” secondary that helped the Broncos win Super...
Louisiana authorities say Aldon Smith booked in battery case
<p>CHALMETTE, La. — Aldon Smith has turned himself in to authorities in Louisiana after an arrest warrant had been issued for the Seattle Seahawks...
Rams CB Darious Williams signs restricted free agent tender
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. — Cornerback Darious Williams has signed his restricted free agent tender to return to the Los Angeles Rams.
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Washington loses LB Zion Tupuola-Fetui to Achilles injury
<p>SEATTLE — Washington outside linebacker Zion Tupuola-Fetui, a third-team AP All-American selection last season, will miss the next six to 10 months after tearing...
SWAC to hold football championship in Jackson, Mississippi
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — The Southwestern Athletic Conference is moving its championship game to a neutral site.
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NFL eliminates preseason OTs, defeats onside kick proposal
<p>NFL owners approved eliminating overtime in preseason games and expanded selection of jersey numbers for receivers, running backs and defensive backs.</p>
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