Newton embracing new challenge, fresh start with Patriots

Cam Newton is the first to admit he’s still getting used to his new life as a member of the New England Patriots. Everything feels strange, from his morning ride to the stadium, to just putting on gear with different colors and insignia for the first time in nine NFL seasons. ”I don’t have to prove nothing,” Newton said in a conference call with reporters Friday.

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Giants' Baker charged in robbery; Dunbar won't be prosecuted

New York Giants cornerback DeAndre Baker was formally charged with four counts of robbery with a firearm in connection with a fight at a cookout in May, a prosecutor said Friday. Seattle Seahawks cornerback Quinton Dunbar, who also was arrested, won’t be prosecuted because of insufficient evidence, Broward County State Attorney Mike Satz said. Baker is accused of stealing cash and watches from four men.

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Josh Norman thinks Bills have NFL’s best secondary

Bills cornerback Tre’Davious White mulled his options before Thursday’s deadline to opt out of playing this season, but ultimately decided to remain with the team at training camp. That was a positive development for the Bills as White is one of the league’s top corners and an integral part of a defense they hope will [more]

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Jim Caldwell “feeling great” after taking leave for health reasons last year

Former Detroit Lions and Indianapolis Colts head coach Jim Caldwell is feeling healthy once again after having to take leave from his job with the Miami Dolphins last season. Caldwell stepped away from his post last July as assistant head coach and quarterbacks coach with the Dolphins in order to attend to health issues that [more]

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Dolphins believe Howard, Breida represent upgrade at RB

With two new running backs, the Miami Dolphins’ ground game will look a lot different in 2020, and that’s good. The achievement was a testament to the 37-year-old Fitzpatrick’s pluck, but also a reflection of the dismal productivity by Miami’s running backs. The Dolphins believe veteran newcomers Jordan Howard and Matt Breida represent a significant upgrade at the position, providing more punch and versatility for an offense that last year averaged 72 yards rushing per game, worst in the NFL since 2006.

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