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Former 49ers great Clark dies of ALS at 61

Dwight Clark, the former 49ers star best known for “The Catch” that won the NFC Championship Game in 1982, has died at the age of 61, his wife wrote on Twitter.

Eagles' visit to White House nixed, Trump says

The decision to cancel the defending Super Bowl champions’ visit stemmed from their disagreement “with their President because he insists that they proudly stand for the National Anthem.”

Jets rookie TE charged with DWI after crash

Jets tight end Chris Herndon was charged with driving while intoxicated after he crashed his car into another vehicle in New Jersey on Saturday.

Trump cancels Eagles' White House visit

President Donald Trump and the White House canceled the Super Bowl champions’ visit in response to players turning down the invitation.

DE Ingram predicts Super Bowl win for Chargers

Add defensive end Melvin Ingram to the growing chorus of NFL observers who point to the Chargers as Super Bowl contenders in the 2018 season. Asked what he is excited about this offseason, Ingram didn’t mince words: “This Super Bowl we’re going to win.”

Giants DE Moss hacked, explicit content posted

Avery Moss’ Twitter and other accounts were hacked Monday, and explicit pictures and videos were posted before the posts were deleted once NFL security got involved.

Early impressions of all 32 first-round picks

Which draft picks are quickly adapting to the pro game? Who’s getting first-team reps? NFL Nation reporters offer a progress report for 1-32.

Fantasy is reality: Brady shows up for Pats' event

Patriots owner Robert Kraft was confident Tom Brady would be with the team for mandatory events, and his confidence was rewarded.

Barnwell: Best fits for 15 NFL free agents still on market

The best fit for Dez Bryant? Aaron Rodgers would love him in Green Bay. Here are the ideal landing spots for 15 unsigned veterans.

Gronk confirms he'll attend Pats' minicamp

Rob Gronkowski said Sunday at a charity event that he will attend the Patriots’ mandatory minicamp this week after skipping the team’s organized activities this offseason.

Could Jets' owner-player unity on anthem issue attract free agents?

While there’s a PR factor in play with the Jets’ stance, the biggest factor in attracting free agents is almost always the best contract.

Source: LB Kendricks, Browns reach 1-year deal

Free-agent linebacker Mychal Kendricks has agreed to a one-year deal with the Browns worth up to $3.5 million, a source confirmed to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

Gronk ends some of the Patriots' offseason drama

It’s been an intrigue-filled offseason in New England, but Rob Gronkowski brought clarity to at least one aspect, confirming he’ll be at minicamp.

Saban weighs in: Payne, Hamilton latest in Tide-Redskins pipeline

The Redskins, aiming for improvement on a defense that has been leaky against the run, are drafting more players from Alabama’s NFL prospect factory.

Packers' Matthews breaks nose in softball game

Packers linebacker Clay Matthews tweeted that he suffered a broken nose when he took a line drive off his face Saturday during a charity softball game near Appleton, Wisconsin. Matthews, who was pitching at the time, quickly left the game.

Saban's open-door policy a factor in Alabama's draft success

NFL teams get great access to watching Alabama players all year, a practice that Nick Saban believes pays dividends to his program and beyond.

Rookie QB progress reports: How the 13 drafted look so far

How have the five first-rounders looked at minicamps and OTAs? Which mid- to late-rounders look promising? NFL Nation reporters check in on all 13.

Browns' Jackson hopes Lake Erie plunge cleansing

Browns coach Hue Jackson fulfilled a vow Friday when he jumped into Lake Erie on the heels of a winless 2017 season. Jackson dubbed it “The Cleanse” and was joined by members of the organization as he raised money for his foundation.

Manziel makes CFL debut, brushes off trash talk

Johnny Manziel played most effectively when throwing from outside the pocket in his preseason debut for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats on Friday. He finished 9-of-11 for 80 yards overall.

As starting QB, Patrick Mahomes is going full K.C.

It’s been a spring of jorts, Royals games and taking over Kansas City for new Chiefs starting quarterback Patrick Mahomes.

¡Que no te engañen! Te explicamos cómo detectar imágenes falsas

La tecnología de manipulación de imágenes puede traer divertidos resultados, pero también crear grandes controversias. Te explicamos cómo reconocer si una foto es falsa antes de que la compartas.

Manziel shows flashes of old self in CFL debut

Johnny Manziel was good at times and shaky at other times, but he showed enough to make us wanting more of the old Johnny Football.

Return of Dont'a Hightower might be Patriots' biggest addition

The Patriots are banking on a huge return from Hightower, who is focused on injury prevention this offseason.

Why Allen won't fit the bill for fantasy owners

Buffalo rookie QB Josh Allen will be surrounded with few notable weapons, which is why the Bills are the bottom dwellers in our fantasy power rankings.

Cardinals fans (and fantasy players) rejoice: David Johnson has a fullback

Cardinals RB David Johnson will play with a fullback for the first time since college. What does that mean for his numbers and his health?

Johnny Manziel's road to CFL stardom: Why it won't be easy

Finding success in Canada is Manziel’s best chance at an NFL return. Can he do it? Here’s why the transition will be more difficult than you think.

Why coaches don't want NFL to kill the kickoff

As special teams coaches reinvent their kickoff approach, they’re also making sure the league doesn’t try to do away with the play altogether.

Jaguars star Leonard Fournette forges bond with state champs

The running back showed a heart of gold by contributing to a new weight set and later helping to provide championship jackets for Raines High.

Von Miller's new job: Mentoring first-round pick Bradley Chubb

After being mentored by DeMarcus Ware, Miller wants to pay it forward and lead the Broncos. He’s starting with his new defensive line teammate.

Pats to critics: Losing no fun, so we're happy

The Patriots responded to former members of the organization who say the team is no fun by saying that losing is no fun.