Football Page 440 - Sports News, Headlines & Highlights
O.J. Simpson: From 'beloved' to 'no great loss'
To some, O.J. Simpson was one of the greatest running backs in NFL history....
Family: O.J. Simpson dies of cancer
O.J. Simpson, a Pro Football Hall of Fame running back who was accused of, and ultimately acquitted, in the 1994 killings of his former wife and her friend in the "trial of the century," has died after a battle with cancer. He was 76....
Reports: Browns, RB Nick Chubb agree to restructured deal
Browns general manager Andrew Berry insisted he would find a way to keep running back Nick Chubb in Cleveland....
Arrest warrant issued for Chiefs WR Rashee Rice
Dallas police issued an arrest warrant for Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice on Wednesday on eight charges stemming from a chain-reaction crash on March 30....
Falcons sign DL James Smith-Williams
The Atlanta Falcons signed free agent defensive lineman James Smith-Williams, the team announced Wednesday....
Commanders set meetings with QBs Drake Maye, Jayden Daniels
One final pre-draft meeting between the Commanders and quarterback prospects Drake Maye and Jayden Daniels is scheduled for next week with the franchise expected to choose a player at that position in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft on April 25....
Report: Ex-NFL star Terrell Suggs facing assault charge
Former NFL star Terrell Suggs was arrested on an assault charge Tuesday night in Arizona, TMZ Sports reported....
Report: Eagles WR DeVonta Smith next in line for payday
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith is a "strong candidate" for a massive contract extension, ESPN reported Wednesday....
Reports: USC DT Bear Alexander to re-enter transfer portal
Defensive tackle Bear Alexander plans to enter the transfer portal after one season with Southern California, according to multiple reports on Wednesday....
Packers, Eagles set for Friday night opener in Brazil
Week 1 of the 2024 regular season will include an international affair between the Green Bay Packers and Philadelphia Eagles, who were announced as the opponents for a Friday primetime matchup in Brazil....
Reports: Jaguars, pass rusher Josh Allen agree to $150M deal
Jacksonville Jaguars Pro Bowl pass rusher Josh Allen agreed to a five-year, $150 million contract, according to multiple reports on Wednesday....
Reports: Oregon State star RB Damien Martinez to enter portal
Oregon State star running back Damien Martinez intends to enter the transfer portal next week, according to multiple reports on Tuesday....
Giants sign former Ravens/Steelers WR Miles Boykin
The New York Giants announced the signing of wide receiver Miles Boykin on Tuesday. Terms were not disclosed....
S Julian Blackmon on re-signing with Colts: 'This was home'
The Indianapolis Colts re-signed safety Julian Blackmon to a one-year contract on Tuesday....
2-time Super Bowl champion Logan Ryan retires
Defensive back Logan Ryan announced his retirement from the NFL on Tuesday after 11 seasons....
Falcons sign former Packers CB Kevin King
The Atlanta Falcons signed free agent cornerback Kevin King on Monday. Terms were not disclosed....
Iowa DB Cooper DeJean healthy, certifies 'freak' status at pro day
Versatile Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean proved his health and certified his celebrated "freak" status at a pro day workout on Monday....
Report: Cowboys WR CeeDee Lamb to skip OTAs
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb is not expected to attend offseason training activities barring a lucrative contract extension, the Dallas Morning News reported Monday....
Bears host Ohio State WR Marvin Harrison Jr.
Ohio State wideout Marvin Harrison Jr. visited the Chicago Bears at Halas Hall on Monday, representing one of the franchise's "top 30" visits permitted by the NFL prior to the April 25 draft....
Reports: Ex-Texas DT T'Vondre Sweat arrested for DWI
Former Texas defensive tackle T'Vondre Sweat, the Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year last season, was arrested in Austin, Texas on Sunday and charged with driving while intoxicated, according to multiple reports....