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The former players are accused of receiving payouts totaling $3.4 million for medical equipment they allegedly never purchased. Robert McCune is facing the most extensive array of accusations.

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10 Former NFL Players Charged With Defrauding League's Health Care Program

1:54pm December 12, 2019

by Merrit Kennedy

The former players are accused of receiving payouts totaling $3.4 million for medical equipment they allegedly never purchased. The men charged include Clinton Portis, Robert McCune and John Eubanks.

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Saturday Sports: The NFL Playoffs Close In; The Maple Leafs Shake Things Up

10:21am November 30, 2019

by Scott Simon

The second half of the season is where the rubber hits the road with the NFL. So, which teams are for real? Also, having fired their coach, will the Toronoto Maple Leafs finally get their moment?

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From left, Eli Harold (58), Colin Kaepernick (7) and Eric Reid (35) kneel during the national anthem before their NFL game against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, Oct. 2, 2016.

Colin Kaepernick Is Getting An NFL Workout. Skeptics Question League's Timing

7:48pm November 13, 2019

by Brakkton Booker

The private workout, set for Saturday, has raised questions about whether it's a PR stunt or a real opportunity for Kaepernick to return to the NFL, where's he's gone unsigned for nearly three years.

The NFL is suspending Oakland Raiders linebacker Vontaze Burfict for the rest of the season, following a dangerous play on Sunday. Burfict, who has a history of unnecessary roughness penalties, is seen here leaving the field in Indianapolis after his most

NFL Suspends Oakland Raider Vontaze Burfict For Rest Of Season Over Head-To-Head Hit

4:26pm September 30, 2019

by Bill Chappell

"The discipline marks the longest punishment ever handed down for an on-field act in NFL history," NFL.com states. Burfict has repeatedly violated unnecessary roughness rules during his career.

Sheletta and Shawn Brundidge, alongside their four children, were the first fans to use the sensory room at the Minnesota Vikings' U.S. Bank Stadium. Opened during the August pre-season, the space comes with trained therapists and provides fans, including

NFL Season Kicks Off With Refuges For Fans With Sensory Needs To Take A Timeout

5:15pm September 10, 2019

by Amy Held

The Philadelphia Eagles, the Seattle Seahawks and the Minnesota Vikings have all opened rooms in their stadiums for fans, including those with autism, who need a break from sensory overload.

Former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick, pictured in 2018, has reached an agreement with the league over his allegations of collusion by teams.

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Colin Kaepernick Reaches Deal With The NFL To Settle Collusion Allegations

5:29pm February 15, 2019

by Merrit Kennedy

An attorney for the former San Francisco 49ers quarterback tweeted that after discussions, the "parties have decided to resolve their pending grievances." The terms are not public.

Tom Brady reacts after the New England Patriots score a touchdown in the fourth quarter during Super Bowl LIII

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Patriots Are Super Bowl Champions Again, Beat The Rams 13-3

11:22pm February 03, 2019

by Colin Dwyer

With their second title in three years, the Patriots are now tied for the most Super Bowl titles in NFL history.

Los Angeles Rams cheerleader Napoleon Jinnies dances during a game on Sept. 16, 2018.

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2 Rams Cheerleaders Will Be The 1st Men In NFL History To Perform At The Super Bowl

4:09pm February 03, 2019

by Lulu Garcia-Navarro

NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks with Los Angeles Rams cheerleaders Quinton Peron and Napoleon Jinnie just before their historic Super Bowl routine as the first male cheerleaders to perform.

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Saints fans aren't happy with the NFL after a controversial no-call in Sunday's NFC championship game. One fan took out several billboards around Atlanta with his message for the league.

Angry With NFL After No-Call, Saints Fans Resort To Lawsuits, Billboards

5:46pm January 22, 2019

by Laurel Wamsley

"We'll probably never get over it," Saints coach Sean Payton said after Sunday's championship game. The team's fans aren't over it, either — and they're getting creative in their outrage.

Kareem Hunt walks off the field before his last game with the Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs released him after the release of a video showing Hunt shoving and kicking a woman.

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NFL's Chiefs Cut Player Seen Attacking Woman — After Video Becomes Public

1:55pm December 02, 2018

by Jacob Pinter

"Earlier this year, we were made aware of an incident involving running back Kareem Hunt. ... The video released today confirms that fact. We are releasing Kareem immediately," the Chiefs said Friday.