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This is an undated photo of Cleveland Browns running back Jim Brown. Brown was an All-American at Syracuse in 1956 and NFL Rookie of Year in 1957. He also led the NFL in rushing 8 times, 8-time All-Pro in 1957 to 1961 and 1963 to 1965, 3-time MVP in 1958,1963 and 1965 with Cleveland, ran for 12,312 yards and scored 126 touchdowns in just 9 seasons.

Jim Brown, one of the NFL's all-time great running backs, has died at age 87

6:30pm May 19, 2023

by Tom Goldman

During his nine-year Hall of Fame career with the Cleveland Browns, Jim Brown averaged more than a hundred yards rushing in every regular season game. He's the only player in NFL history to do that.

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Fans watch as the Washington Commanders face the Jacksonville Jaguars in an NFL football game on Sept. 11, 2022, in Landover, Md.

Group agrees to buy Washington Commanders from Snyder family for record $6 billion

7:51am May 13, 2023

by The Associated Press

The deal for $6.05 billion is the largest for a North American professional sports franchise. The deal is still pending approval of three-quarters of NFL owners and other customary closing conditions.

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell speaks to the media on March 28 in Phoenix. The attorneys general of New York and California announced Thursday that they are investigating allegations of workplace discrimination by the pro football league.

2 states launch an investigation of the NFL over gender discrimination and harassment

5:54pm May 04, 2023

by Jonathan Franklin

The California and New York attorneys general say they are seeking information from the NFL on allegations of gender pay disparities, harassment and gender and race discrimination.

Deion Sanders, left, reacts as he sits with television reporter Andrea Kremer, at his agent's suburban home in Winnetka, Ill., April 23, 1989. Sanders was selected by the Atlanta Falcons in the first round of the NFL draft. Sanders became the NFL draft's first fashion icon by accessorizing a black and white track suit with a loads of sparkling gold jewelry and dark shades.

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At the NFL draft, players share the stage with fashion

4:47am April 27, 2023

by The Associated Press

Wearing a track suit on NFL draft night like Deion Sanders did would be scoffed at today with top players gathering for a televised event that has become as much runway show as sporting event.

NFL quarterback Aaron Rodgers is leaving the Green Bay Packers after 18 seasons. He'll be playing with the New York Jets in 2023.

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It took a while, but Aaron Rodgers is poised to become a New York Jet

7:18pm April 24, 2023

by Vanessa Romo

The 39-year-old four-time NFL MVP had been vocal about his frustrations on the Green Bay Packers. Now, he'll be dropping the No. 12 in exchange for the No. 8 on the Jets.

Detroit Lions wide receiver Quintez Cephus is one of five NFL players suspended for violating the league's gambling policy.

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The NFL suspends 5 players for violating gambling policy

2:40pm April 21, 2023

by The Associated Press

Three players were suspended indefinitely for betting on NFL games in the 2022 season, while two others received six-game suspensions for betting on non-NFL games at a league facility.

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts speaks during an NFL football Super Bowl team availability, Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2023, in Phoenix. Jalen Hurts is set to sign one of the richest deals in NFL history, agreeing to a five-year, $255 million extension with the Philadelphia Eagles, including $179.3 million guaranteed, a person with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press.

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Jalen Hurts signs a record 5-year, $255 million contract with the Philadelphia Eagles

4:37am April 18, 2023

by Ayana Archie

Hurts' contract makes him the player with the highest annual earnings in NFL history. In three seasons, he has made two playoff appearances, was a league MVP finalist and led the team to a Super Bowl.

Georgia defensive lineman Jalen Carter speaks during media day ahead of the national championship NCAA College Football Playoff game on Jan. 7 in Los Angeles. He has been charged with reckless driving and racing in conjunction with the crash that killed offensive lineman Devin Willock and a recruiting staff member.

Georgia football star Jalen Carter is charged in a crash that killed two people

2:26pm March 01, 2023

by The Associated Press

Carter, projected as one of the top players in next month's NFL draft, was charged with reckless driving and racing in conjunction with the crash that killed a teammate and a recruiting staff member.

Former NFL star and CBS sports anchor Irv Cross had the brain disease CTE

4:31pm February 28, 2023

by The Associated Press

The Philadelphia Eagles cornerback, who became the first Black man to work full-time as a sports analyst on national television, is the latest football player diagnosed with CTE. Cross died in 2021.

Quarterback Patrick Mahomes of the Kansas City Chiefs scrambles against the Philadelphia Eagles during the third quarter in Super Bowl LVII at State Farm Stadium on February 12, 2023 in Glendale, Ariz.

Kansas City is super again: Chiefs beat Philadelphia Eagles 38-35 in 2023 Super Bowl

10:37pm February 12, 2023

by Russell Lewis

Chiefs quarterback and NFL MVP Patrick Mahomes led the Chiefs to their third Super Bowl victory (and second in three years). It's the first time the reigning MVP has won a Super Bowl since 1999.