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ROB MAADDI

ROB MAADDI

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Analysis: History suggests a team will make a big leap to reach a conference championship game

Some of the 18 NFL teams that missed the playoffs last year have reason to hope for much greater success this season

Analysis: History suggests a team will make a big leap to reach a conference championship game
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NFL says Kyle Van Noy received appropriate care from Chiefs' medical staff after injuring his eye

The NFL says Baltimore Ravens linebacker Kyle Van Noy received "appropriate" care from Kansas City’s medical staff after sustaining an eye injury during the teams’ season opener last week

NFL says Kyle Van Noy received appropriate care from Chiefs' medical staff after injuring his eye
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Analysis: Running backs proved their value in Week 1

Paying running backs paid off in Week 1 for teams across the NFL

Analysis: Running backs proved their value in Week 1
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Tua Tagovailoa will see a neurologist this week after suffering another concussion, AP source says

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa will see a neurologist this week after suffering his fourth diagnosed concussion in five years and his third while in the NFL, according to a person familiar with his plans

Tua Tagovailoa will see a neurologist this week after suffering another concussion, AP source says
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John Elway and Terry Bradshaw were benched as rookies and ended up in the Pro Football Hall of Fame

Bryce Young has been benched by the Carolina Panthers after 18 starts

John Elway and Terry Bradshaw were benched as rookies and ended up in the Pro Football Hall of Fame
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Drake London's shooting celebration violated longstanding NFL rules against violent gestures

Falcons wide receiver Drake London was penalized after catching a touchdown pass in the final minute of Atlanta’s 22-21 victory in Philadelphia on Monday night for pretending to shoot in the air, a violation of a longstanding NFL rule that prohibits such gestures

Drake London's shooting celebration violated longstanding NFL rules against violent gestures
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Analysis: Injuries already piling up, forcing teams to turn to the next man up

Injuries already are accruing across the NFL, knocking several star players out and forcing teams to turn to backups and reserves

Analysis: Injuries already piling up, forcing teams to turn to the next man up
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On Football: Plenty of parity in the NFL through 3 weeks

Six winless teams earned their first wins of the season

On Football: Plenty of parity in the NFL through 3 weeks
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Analysis: NFL is still a passing league despite early rise in running

Even though rushing yards are up and passing numbers are down over the first three weeks of the season, it’s too soon to call it a new trend

Analysis: NFL is still a passing league despite early rise in running
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On Football: It's early enough for NFL coaches on the hot seat to cool criticism with a few wins

Doug Pederson won a Super Bowl with a backup quarterback and turned a perennial loser into a playoff winner in his first season

On Football: It's early enough for NFL coaches on the hot seat to cool criticism with a few wins
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NFL says the preseason saw its fewest number of concussions since tracking started

The NFL saw its fewest number of concussions in the preseason since tracking started in 2015

NFL says the preseason saw its fewest number of concussions since tracking started
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The Super Bowl will return to Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium in 2028

The Super Bowl will return to Atlanta in 2028 at the home of the Falcons, following a vote of approval by NFL team owners on Tuesday at the league's annual fall meeting

The Super Bowl will return to Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium in 2028
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Tom Brady's purchase of a minority stake in the Las Vegas Raiders is approved by NFL team owners

Tom Brady’s purchase of a minority stake in the Las Vegas Raiders has been approved by NFL team owners

Tom Brady's purchase of a minority stake in the Las Vegas Raiders is approved by NFL team owners
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NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell says the league still reviewing latest claims against Deshaun Watson

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said the league is still reviewing the latest claims of sexual assault and battery against Deshaun Watson

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell says the league still reviewing latest claims against Deshaun Watson
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Chiefs acquire three-time All-Pro wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins from the Titans, AP source says

A person familiar with the deal tells The Associated Press the two-time defending Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs are acquiring three-time All-Pro wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins from the Tennessee Titans

Chiefs acquire three-time All-Pro wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins from the Titans, AP source says
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Colts benching Anthony Richardson to start Joe Flacco at quarterback vs. Vikings, AP sources say

The Indianapolis Colts are benching Anthony Richardson to start Joe Flacco at quarterback on Sunday at Minnesota, two people with knowledge of the decision tell The Associated Press

Colts benching Anthony Richardson to start Joe Flacco at quarterback vs. Vikings, AP sources say
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The reward isn’t always greater than the risk for aggressive coaches: Analysis

Nick Sirianni got away with aggressive decisions that failed

The reward isn’t always greater than the risk for aggressive coaches: Analysis
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NFL trade deadline: Commanders acquire Lattimore; Lions get Za'Darius Smith; Steelers add Williams

The NFC East-leading Washington Commanders made a move to help them stay in first place

NFL trade deadline: Commanders acquire Lattimore; Lions get Za'Darius Smith; Steelers add Williams
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Dak Prescott is seeking another opinion before season-ending surgery on hamstring, AP source says

A person with knowledge of the situation says Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott is seeking another opinion before any decision on season-ending surgery on his torn hamstring

Dak Prescott is seeking another opinion before season-ending surgery on hamstring, AP source says
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It doesn’t have to take years to rebuild, especially with the right coach: Analysis

Teams considering a coaching change should be encouraged by some of the quick turnarounds around the NFL

It doesn’t have to take years to rebuild, especially with the right coach: Analysis
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Ex-NBA stars Carter, McGrady part of group seeking to buy stake in Buffalo Bills, AP source says

Former NBA stars Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady are part of a group being considered by the NFL to purchase a non-controlling minority stake in the Buffalo Bills

Ex-NBA stars Carter, McGrady part of group seeking to buy stake in Buffalo Bills, AP source says
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Success of Derrick Henry, Saquon Barkley and other NFL running backs may change position's future

Derrick Henry, Saquon Barkley and Josh Jacobs are the top three leading rushers in the NFL

Success of Derrick Henry, Saquon Barkley and other NFL running backs may change position's future
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NFL issues security alert to teams and the players' union following recent burglaries

The NFL has issued a security alert to teams and the players’ union following recent burglaries involving the homes of Chiefs stars Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce

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If the Jets don't want Aaron Rodgers back, the 4-time MVP will find another home: Analysis

Joe Douglas is gone

If the Jets don't want Aaron Rodgers back, the 4-time MVP will find another home: Analysis
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Week 12 was filled with sloppy play, especially on special teams: Analysis

Week 12 was filled with sloppy play around the NFL, leading to some upsets and surprising outcomes

Week 12 was filled with sloppy play, especially on special teams: Analysis

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