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Badgers' defense gets offensive under new inside linebackers coach

Bob Bostad’s experience on the other side of the ball is giving Jack Cichy and the Badgers’ inside linebackers some fresh perspective

LA Rams sign former Ga Tech QB Justin Thomas as receiver

IRVINE, Calif. (AP) The Los Angeles Rams have signed Justin Thomas, the former Georgia Tech quarterback attempting to make an NFL roster as a receiver.

Former Jet IK Enemkpali, who slugged Geno Smith in 2015, signs a 1-year deal with the Raiders: report

Hey there, Slugger! Former Jets defensive end IK Enemkpali, who etched his name in Jets lore when he punched quarterback Geno Smith just five weeks prior to the start of the 2015 season, breaking his jaw and paving the way for Ryan Fitzpatrick to secure the starting job, signed a one-year deal with the

Treadwell says he has muscle strain from running, not fight

MANKATO, Minn. (AP) Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Laquon Treadwell has a strained leg muscle that’s been sidelining him this week.

Alabama's Saban not planning to suspend Hand for DUI arrest

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) Alabama coach Nick Saban doesn’t plan to suspend defensive end Da’Shawn Hand for a driving under the influence arrest, because he wasn’t actually operating the vehicle.

Like Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers wants to play into his 40s, with one caveat

On Thursday, the 40th birthday of Tom Brady, conversation at Packers camp turned to what Aaron Rodgers may be doing when he turns 40.

Kwon Alexander hopes to transform Buccaneers into a playoff team

Tampa Bay’s emerging star wants to be the best, period, while also helping an improved defense do its part to transform the Buccaneers into a playoff team.

Could Jay Cutler be option for Dolphins if Ryan Tannehill needs surgery?

If Ryan Tannehill’s left knee injury keeps him out into the regular season, the Dolphins have options. Matt Moore went 2-1 in place of Tannehill last season and then started the 30-12 loss to the Steelers in the postseason. But could Jay Cutler be an option for Miami? Cutler’s name quickly surfaced soon

Gerald McCoy and Kevin Pamphile are as excited about Game of Thrones as you are

Hard Knocks with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers may give us some insight into Game of Thrones, too. This new season of Game of Thrones has been amazing, and it’s given us all so much to discuss. Buccaneers defensive tackle Gerald McCoy and offensive lineman Kevin Pamphile are no exception.

Clemson opens summer camp in defense of national crown

CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) Clemson coach Dabo Swinney put it as plainly as he could to his guys – this Tiger team hasn’t won anything. At least not yet.

Stephen Curry heats up after slow start in pro golf debut

HAYWARD, California (AP) Stephen Curry pumped his right fist, raised his arms in the air with club in hand and gave a firm shoulder bump to caddie Jonnie West, his golf partner on road trips with the Golden State Warriors.

Confident Shields trying to move up quickly as a pro

DETROIT (AP) For Claressa Shields, this is an opportunity that arrived sooner than expected.

Boilermakers believe Blough will be right guy for turnaround

Purdue quarterback David Blough earned raves for his speech during last week’s Big Ten media days.

Saints see Kamara's promise for growth in Payton's offense

Saints see Kamara’s promise for growth in Payton’s offense

Raiders get 2 key pieces of defense back in practice

NAPA, Calif. (AP) The Oakland Raiders defense had one of their most productive practices on Thursday, the same day outside linebacker Bruce Irvin and defensive end Mario Edwards Jr. returned after missing most of the first week of training camp.

Arenado's bases-loaded walk lifts Rockies over Mets, 5-4 (Aug 03, 2017)

DENVER (AP) Nolan Arenado walked with the bases loaded in the bottom of the ninth inning and the Colorado Rockies beat the New York Mets 5-4 on Thursday.

Mladenovic upset, Halep advances at Citi Open

WASHINGTON (AP) Canadian wild card Bianca Andreescu knocked off second-seeded Kristina Mladenovic in straight sets to advance to the quarterfinals of the Citi Open.

Bucks take next step forward, open new practice facility

MILWAUKEE (AP) Recruiting and retaining players in the NBA means more than just offering top-dollar contracts.

Pit crews prepare for reverse pit stops at Watkins Glen | NASCAR RACE HUB

Jeff Hammond sits in on Team Penske pit practice to see how they prepare for backwards pit stops at Watkins Glen.

Top pick John Ross gets plenty of tutoring at Bengals camp

CINCINNATI (AP) Receiver John Ross starts in motion toward the quarterback, and a coach blows a whistle. The teaching resumes. Ross has gotten too close to the quarterback to help block at the end of the line.

Tigers' Fulmer goes on 10-day DL with elbow injury

MRI reveals fluid around the elbow

Darvish thanks Rangers fans in full-page ad

DALLAS (AP) Yu Darvish has left the Texas Rangers, but not without leaving behind a thank-you.

Trufant eager to return to Super Bowl as more than spectator

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) There was nothing Desmond Trufant could do.

Tigers place Fulmer on disabled list with elbow injury

BALTIMORE (AP) The Detroit Tigers have placed right-hander Michael Fulmer on the 10-day disabled list with an elbow injury.

Klitschko was dominant but never really got his due

Wladimir Klitschko had to lose before he finally became accepted by most fight fans.

Aaron Rodgers hopes to stay with Packers through age 40

Quarterback Aaron Rodgers strives for sustained excellence with the Green Bay Packers

Titans Pro Bowl running back DeMarco Murray eager for more

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) DeMarco Murray is coming off a season where he led the AFC in rushing and earned his third Pro Bowl selection. So much for being done after a painful season in Philadephia.

Stephen Curry warms up from slow start in pro golf debut

HAYWARD, Calif. (AP) Stephen Curry pumped his right fist, raised his arms in the air with club in hand and gave a firm shoulder bump to caddie Jonnie West, his golf partner on road trips with the Golden State Warriors.

Fan adoration, light practice session highlight Brady's 40th

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) Tom Brady was already the oldest player on the Patriots roster before he stepped out on the practice field for training camp Thursday.

Giants coach OK with player dustups, but he wants limits

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) As the weeks progress in NFL training camps, it’s not unusual to see players grab each other by the jersey, wrestle, yell a few profanities and then get separated by teammates as the coaches repeatedly blow their whistles.