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Q&A: James Patterson on Aaron Hernandez's fall from grace

BOSTON (AP) Eight months after ex-NFL star Aaron Hernandez hanged himself in prison, a new book by bestselling author James Patterson is reviving unanswered questions.

Svindal beats Jansrud for Norwegian 1-2 in World Cup super-G

KITZBUEHEL, Austria (AP) Aksel Lund Svindal led a Norwegian 1-2 finish ahead of Kjetil Jansrud on Friday in the last World Cup super-G before the Pyeongchang Olympics.

AP Source: Panthers part ways with special teams coordinator

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) A person familiar with the situation says the Carolina Panthers have parted ways with special teams coordinator Thomas McGaughey. The team has promoted Chase Blackburn to take McGaughey’s place after his contract was not renewed.

With Giants job looming, Pat Shurmur is locked in on coaching Vikings

Speaking for the first time since it was reported that he will take over the New York Giants, Pat Shurmur said Thursday “is not the time or place to talk about that,” adding that his focus is solely on the Vikings’ NFC Championship game Sunday in Philadelphia. On Monday, reports surfaced that the

Mel Kiper Evaluates Top Pass Rushers in the 2018 NFL Draft

It’s no secret that the San Francisco 49ers are in the market for an edge rusher. It’s possible they find someone in free agency, but just in case they don’t, I asked Mel Kiper Jr. to give his take on the top prospects in the 2018 NFL Draft. ESPN’s longtime draft expert provided the following

Bears taking a different approach with new coaching staff

LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) It’s apparent the coaching change to Matt Nagy will mean anything but business as usual for the Chicago Bears on offense.

Houston coordinator Mike Vrabel interviews for Titans' job

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) The Tennessee Titans have finished interviewing Houston defensive coordinator Mike Vrabel, the first candidate for their head coach opening.

Ravens defensive coordinator Martindale welcomes 2nd chance

OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) Don Martindale wondered if he would ever get a second chance to be an NFL defensive coordinator after his one-and-done disaster with the Denver Broncos in 2010.

Jaguars' Smith pleads for leniency after $10K taunting fine

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Telvin Smith is pleading for leniency after being fined $10,000 for taunting Pittsburgh Steelers running back Le’Veon Bell during his fumble return for a touchdown last week.

Vikings-Eagles Matchups

Matchups for the NFC championship game Sunday between the Minnesota Vikings and Philadelphia Eagles:

Falcons' offensive coordinator Sarkasian to return in 2018

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) Steve Sarkasian will return as the Atlanta Falcons’ offensive coordinator despite a decline in production in his debut 2017 season.

The NFL's final 4 all overcame injuries to star players

The list of players sitting out this weekend’s conference championships is almost as impressive as the starting lineups: Julian Edelman. Carson Wentz. Dalvin Cook. Dont’a Hightower. Allen Robinson. Sam Bradford.

Lawyer: OJ Simpson is golfing a lot, will stay in Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS (AP) O.J. Simpson’s lawyer says Simpson isn’t planning to move from Las Vegas to Florida like he told state parole officials before he was released in October from Nevada state prison.

Senior Bowl rosters announced; Key players to watch

For one week every year, the center of the football world is 150 miles from the closest NFL stadium. Welcome to Mobile, Alabama. The 2018 Reese’s Senior Bowl will be played next Saturday, Jan. 27, but the real work gets done during the week of practices, where NFL scouts gather to watch the top outgoing

Jaguars coach Doug Marrone gets advice on beating Patriots

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) Jacksonville Jaguars coach Doug Marrone has some tips on how to beat the New England Patriots.

Vikings-Eagles Capsule

MINNESOTA (14-3) vs. PHILADELPHIA (14-3)

Italian skier Marsaglia leads World Cup downhill training

KITZBUEHEL, Austria (AP) Italian skier Matteo Marsaglia posted the fastest time in final training Thursday ahead of the classic men’s World Cup downhill on the Streif course.

Vonn dominates Cortina downhill training again

CORTINA D’AMPEZZO, Italy (AP) Lindsey Vonn dominated training for a World Cup downhill for the second consecutive day on the Olympia delle Tofane course.

Matt Patricia's story: Sleepless nights, hard work paved way to Detroit Lions

A look at how first-year Detroit Lions head coaches have fared since 1978. Video by Ryan Ford/DFP Matt Patricia didn’t have a car, at least not that anyone remembers. When he gave up a high-paying job as an engineer to start coaching football full-time as an assistant at tiny Amherst College in 1999

Wojo: Lions' Bob Quinn on cusp of a game changer

Bob Wojnowski, John Niyo and Justin Rogers take a look at Matt Patricia, the leading candidate for the Lions’ coaching job, and they preview this weekend’s conference finals. The Lions haven’t won anything of note, not yet, not for a long time. They’re watching again as the championship

Brian Gaine introduced as Texans general manager

HOUSTON (AP) Brian Gaine has had a long journey to the top.

Van Noy's versatility key in Patriots defensive improvement

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) Not being in the limelight has never bothered Kyle Van Noy.

Vikings deep in playoffs, thanks in part to diligent Diggs

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. (AP) The path for Stefon Diggs to last-play touchdown fame and sudden Minnesota savior didn’t start with such brilliance.

Patriots quietly await Jaguars' challenge in AFC title game (Jan 21, 2018)

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — The New England Patriots are spending the week leading up to Sunday’s AFC title game doing what they always do in the days leading up to any game.

AP source: Jets fire offensive coordinator John Morton

NEW YORK (AP) The New York Jets are looking for someone to lead their offense – again.

UC's Kelce to miss Pro Bowl

Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce’s new dating show ‘Catching Kelce’ (debuting Oct. 5 at 9pm ET on E!) helped him find true love. But we decided to help him predict his love life and future very quickly by playing the school girl game MASH. Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, a former

Former Seahawks coordinator Darrell Bevell could be in play for Bears

The Bears are known to be talking to former Raiders offensive coordinator Todd Downing and Texans quarterbacks coach Pat O’Hara as options for Matt Nagy’s new coaching staff and another name has emerged. Sources have said that former Seahawks offensive coordinator Darrell Bevell could wind up

Who will cover Gronk?

One of the biggest mysteries regarding the AFC title game relates to Jacksonville’s plan for covering Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski. Arguably the best tight end in NFL history, he’s a matchup nightmare for most teams, primarily since most teams don’t have the firepower to handle him with one player

Embrace the Bold North in Minneapolis for Super Bowl

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) Minneapolis is the northernmost city to host a Super Bowl, and tourism officials are making the most of that as they prepare to welcome visitors to the ”Bold North.”

Vonn leads Cortina downhill training by large margin

CORTINA D’AMPEZZO, Italy (AP) Lindsey Vonn led by a large margin in the opening training session for a World Cup downhill on the Olympia delle Tofane course Wednesday.