Training camps have a different feel in this age of COVID-19

From the antimicrobial mist the Denver Broncos strolled through on their way to the practice fields to the hand-held whistles for masked-up coaches, NFL training camps have a very different look and feel this year. The league is spending tens of millions of dollars on daily COVID-19 testing, and some of the protocols put in place to navigate the coronavirus crisis have cost some prospects whatever long shot they had at making a roster. Linebacker Cam Smith tested positive for the virus when he reported to the Minnesota Vikings headquarters, and head athletic trainer Eric Sugarman recommended he get an echocardiogram.

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Jarran Reed leaves practice with an injury

Seahawks starting defensive tackle Jarran Reed left practice Friday. The injury appeared to be a lower-leg injury, Bob Condotta of the Seattle Times reports. Reporters had no availability with coaches or players after practice, so Reed’s condition is unknown. Reed left an early drill with a limp. He headed to the locker room and didn’t [more]

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Bills sign Dion Dawkins to four-year, $60 million extension

The deals keep coming around the NFL. The Bills have reached agreement on a four-year, $60 million contract extension with left tackle Dion Dawkins, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports. The deal ties Dawkins to the Bills through the 2024 season. He was scheduled to make $985,441 in base salary this season in the final year [more]

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