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An $84M game manager? Vikings still trying to figure out Kirk Cousins

They’re paying him like a franchise quarterback, but the Vikings might have to recognize that Kirk Cousins isn’t the QB they thought they were getting.

What now for Antonio Brown? Answering the biggest questions around his release

Brown is under NFL investigation and without a job. Could another team sign him soon? Here’s what you need to know.

Brown out: Pats cut WR amid off-field allegations

Antonio Brown’s brief stint with the Patriots is over, as the team released him Friday. “We feel that it is best to move in a different direction at this time,” the Patriots said.

Panthers rule out Newton (foot) against Cardinals

Cam Newton will miss the Panthers’ Week 3 game against the Cardinals with a foot injury.

Graziano: How NFL players are taking control, and what the league could do next

There’s a growing trend of NFL player empowerment. And if you think the league isn’t alarmed about it, you’re wrong.

Artist says Pats' Brown sent 'intimidating' texts

The lawyer for a woman who earlier this week alleged sexual misconduct by Antonio Brown reached out to the NFL on Thursday night after the Patriots wide receiver apparently sent what were described as threatening text messages to her client, SI reports.

DC floats Lamar-Mahomes as next Peyton-Brady

Ravens defensive coordinator Don “Wink” Martindale is looking forward to Sunday’s showdown between Lamar Jackson and Patrick Mahomes, saying it could be sports’ next great rivalry, a la Tom Brady and Peyton Manning or Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier.

Minshew: 'Gotta make the most of' opportunity

Rookie quarterback Gardner Minshew picked up his first win as an NFL starter, leading the Jaguars to a 20-7 victory over the Titans on Thursday night.

Week 3 game picks, schedule guide, fantasy football tips and more

What to watch for in every game. Bold predictions. Fantasy advice. Key stats to know. And, of course, score predictions. It’s all here for Week 3.

Titans offensive line embarrassed by Jaguars in prime-time defeat

Penalties and sacks unravel all opportunities for the Titans in a lifeless, lackluster loss in Jacksonville.

Rookie Minshew II leads Jags to 1st win of season

Rookie quarterback Gardner Minshew II won his first game as an NFL starter, leading the Jaguars to a 20-7 win over the Titans on Thursday night.

Brady turns off TNF, citing 'ridiculous penalties'

Patriots quarterback Tom Brady tweeted his displeasure over the high number of penalties in the first half of Thursday night’s Titans-Jaguars game and said he was turning off the broadcast.

Sources: Fins switch to QB Rosen, add Taco to D

The Miami Dolphins are making the switch to Josh Rosen at quarterback and claimed defensive end Taco Charlton off waivers, sources confirmed to ESPN.

Follow live: Jags eyeing first win of season, host AFC South rival Titans

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Ramsey: Jags' disrespect led to trade request

Jalen Ramsey said on Uninterrupted’s “17 Weeks” podcast that “some disrespectful things were said” in a conversation he had with Jaguars management after last Sunday’s loss to the Texans.

AB deflects question about 2019 playing status

Antonio Brown addressed media for the first time since joining the Patriots but didn’t directly answer a question about whether he’ll be able to play the entire season.

Barnwell: Ranking 0-2 teams from eliminated to alive … barely

Nine NFL teams have lost their first two games, including the Steelers, who also lost their starting quarterback. Do any of them have any hope?

Allegheny DA won't prosecute AB due to statute

Antonio Brown will not be prosecuted by Pittsburgh-area law enforcement for a June 2017 sexual assault allegation due to the expiration of the statute of limitations.

Jets' Adams calls NFL 'a damn joke' for fining him

Jets safety Jamal Adams, fined $21,506 for a roughing the passer penalty against Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield, blasted the NFL in a tweet Wednesday night.

Marrone: Ramsey will play Thursday vs. Titans

Jaguars coach Doug Marrone said cornerback Jalen Ramsey, whose desire to be traded has become public, will play Thursday against the Titans.

Brees has surgery on thumb; Saints to use 2 QBs

Sean Payton declined to name a starter for the Saints’ first game without Drew Brees on Sunday at Seattle, saying, “We’ll approach this game with two quarterbacks” in veteran Teddy Bridgewater and dual-threat athlete Taysom Hill.

Eli unhappy about demotion, but 'I'm not dying'

Eli Manning, who lost his starting quarterback job with the GIants to rookie Daniel Jones, said he’s “just gotta accept my new role and make the best of it.”

NFL veteran Vontae Davis quit the NFL midgame. Here's what happened next

One year ago, Vontae Davis walked off a football field for the last time … in the middle of a game. Now he revisits the moment that shocked the NFL and where it’s taken him since.

Eagles' injury plague leads to canceled practice

The Philadelphia Eagles canceled practice Wednesday in favor of a walkthrough, as they deal with a rash of injuries in front of their Week 3 home game against the Detroit Lions.

When all else Fales: Jets add QB to back up Falk

The Jets signed David Fales to back up Luke Falk at quarterback this week against the Patriots.

Source: Jets signing Fales to back up QB Falk

The Jets are signing David Fales to back up Luke Falk at quarterback this week against the Patriots.

Timeline of Ramsey's tumultuous tenure with Jaguars

In three-plus seasons, the cornerback has been a mainstay in the headlines because of his talent and brash personality.

In video chat, Gordon says he'll play 'somewhere'

In a video chat with his Instagram followers on Tuesday, Chargers running back holdout Melvin Gordon said it would be “a waste of talent” if he didn’t play this season.

Lions claim Giants RB Perkins, release Anderson

The Detroit Lions have been awarded running back Paul Perkins via waivers from the New York Giants and have released C.J. Anderson.

LT Wynn placed on IR in another blow to Pats' OL

In yet another blow to their offensive line, the Patriots on Tuesday placed starting left tackle Isaiah Wynn on injured reserve with a toe injury. He could return later in the season.