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Derek Carr says fans who quit after Vegas move aren't 'true Raiders fans'

The Raiders QB doesn’t think the team’s move to Vegas will split the fan base.

9 NFL players who will benefit the most from offseason moves

Getting a little help never hurt.

Road-rage confrontation: Killer of ex-Saint faces sentencing (Yahoo Sports)

It was a road-rage confrontation that cost former New Orleans Saints star Will Smith his life. Now, more than a year later, the man who pumped eight bullets into Smith is about to learn his punishment. Cardell Hayes, 29, appeared to have caught something of a break at his December trial when a jury rejected the prosecution’s push for a second-degree murder verdict, which would have meant mandatory life in prison.

How the NFL Gets Covered and Consumed

At Villanova’s annual sports symposium, expert panelists explored the ever-changing media landscape

Inside the Film Room Withâ¦ Solomon Thomas

He looks like Russell Wilson (just a little big bigger), and might ultimately play the same unique role as another Seahawks star: Michael Bennett. But one thing is clear from his performance against North Carolina in the Sun Bowl: Thomas is dominant enough to warrant a top-five pick

Corey Davis Has Become the Draft's Mystery Man

The Western Michigan wideout had been on a trajectory to be a high first-round pick, but an injury-filled draft season (including an absence of a 40 time) will test teams interested in him. Plus, notes on two fast-rising corners, the potential of trade ups into the top 10, and a look at the 2018 draft’s headliners

Los Angeles Rams: Greg Robinson's Last Chance In 2017?

With a new coaching regime in place for the Los Angeles Rams, is 2017 going to be the last chance for offensive tackle Greg Robinson?The Los Angeles Rams (then St. Louis) owned the No. 2 overall pick in the 2014 NFL Draft thanks to the trade with the Washington Redskins that allowed the latter to …

Oakland Raiders: Derek Carr's Mentality In Return Speaks Volumes

Derek Carr returned to the field for Oakland Raiders offseason workouts on Monday and his mentality is exactly where it should be.For much of the regular season, expectations for the Oakland Raiders were higher than they’d been in a decade. With an AFC West title in their reach and possible p…

Andre Johnson to sign one-day contract to retire a Texan

J.J. Watt huge fan of Rockets guard Patrick Beverley

HOUSTON (AP) When J.J. Watt attended the Houston Rockets’ playoff game on Sunday night, he got a front-row view of Patrick Beverley’s intensity.

Andre Johnson to sign one-day contract to retire a Texan

HOUSTON (AP) Andre Johnson will sign a one-day contract with Houston on Wednesday so he can retire as a Texan.

McCown, Jets get started on 1st day of offseason program

NEW YORK (AP) Josh McCown has been through this plenty during his NFL career.

Barack Obama to attend funeral for former Steelers owner Dan Rooney

Former president named Rooney ambassador to Ireland in 2009.

Jaguars add to offense, sign WR Larry Pinkard, FB Tommy Bohanon

Tommy Bohanon will be the Jaguars’ first fullback in the past three years.

Raiders begin offseason as lame ducks in Oakland

ALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) Three weeks after the team’s move to Las Vegas was approved by the NFL, the Raiders began preparations for the 2017 season with hopes of giving Oakland a winner before the team leaves town.

Judge dismisses rape charge against former 49er McDonald

SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) A Santa Clara County judge has dismissed a rape charge against former San Francisco 49er Ray McDonald after prosecutors said the woman who made the allegation refused to testify.

Sanders sees a return to 'wide receiver heaven' in Denver

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) Emmanuel Sanders called Denver ”wide receiver heaven” back when he joined the Broncos in 2014. He’s counting on Mike McCoy bringing back nirvana to the Rocky Mountains in 2017.

Jets re-sign Stanford; Marcus Williams signs RFA tender

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) The New York Jets have re-signed backup linebacker Julian Stanford, three days after releasing him.

Cardinals' Johnson out to improve upon all-pro season

Despite league-leading 2,118 yards, Johnson shoulders responsibility for team’s disappointing record

All-Pro Johnson, his biggest critic, aims to improve

TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) No one is harder on David Johnson than David Johnson .

Titans, Mariota being patient as QB recovers from broken leg

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) Marcus Mariota and the Tennessee Titans have yet to set an official timetable for the quarterback’s return from surgery on his right leg. The latest benchmark is reporting for the start of the offseason program.

Chiefs' Derrick Johnson expects to be back by training camp

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) Chiefs linebacker Derrick Johnson expects to be back by training camp after tearing his Achilles tendon late last year and missing the end of the regular season and playoffs.

Luck offers no timetable for return from shoulder surgery

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) Andrew Luck isn’t sure when he’ll start throwing again and won’t set a timetable for his return from shoulder surgery.

Titans release cornerback Jason McCourty after 8 seasons

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) The Tennessee Titans have released cornerback Jason McCourty after eight seasons with the franchise, and a few days after the veteran shared the news himself on social media.

Here's how the Browns could get everything they want in the NFL Draft

This is no time to play it safe with the No. 1 and No. 12 picks.

Skip Bayless explains why excessive celebration penalties are a 'necessary evil'

Referees and the NFL are at odds over celebration penalties, but Skip Bayless believes they’re a necessary evil.

BC-FBN–Draft Features,ADVISORY

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7 prospects the Buffalo Bills should target in the NFL Draft

After a relatively quiet offseason, the Bills have several holes to fill.

Panthers sign Pro Bowl DT Kawann Short to 5-year extension

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) The Carolina Panthers made sure Kawann Short’s contract situation wasn’t going to end the same away Josh Norman’s did a year ago.

Panthers sign Pro Bowl DT Kawann Short to 5-year extension (Yahoo Sports)

The Carolina Panthers made sure Kawann Short’s contract situation wasn’t going to end the same away Josh Norman’s did a year ago. The Panthers signed Short, their franchise player, to a five-year contract extension on Monday, keeping the Pro Bowl defensive tackle with the team through the 2021 season. In 2016, the Panthers had place the franchise tag on Norman, an All-Pro cornerback, only to later rescind the offer after being unable to reach terms on a contract extension.