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Pats trade QB Brissett to Colts for WR Dorsett

Jags studied Kaepernick, weren't interested

Jags studied Kaepernick, weren’t interested

Jacoby Brissett thanks Patriots as he looks ahead to next chapter with Colts

Mike Reiss ESPN Staff Writer Close Covered Patriots since 1997 Joined ESPN in 2009 Follow on Twitter FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Second-year quarterback Jacoby Brissett’s leadership was one of the more impressive qualities he brought to the New England Patriots. Younger players, in particular, seemed to

For Philip Rivers, going with the flow comes easy

The most impressive drive of Philip Rivers’ NFL career was far longer than a football field. It happened during the offseason several years ago on a stormy weekend in San Diego. Rivers, All-Pro quarterback of the Chargers, had promised to speak at a Catholic retreat in Phoenix. The weather was nasty

Carson Wentz, Eagles Benefit From Audible To Starting Plan

It happened so quickly, was so out of the blue, that Carson Wentz had no time to overthink the situation. He was in a field hunting when the call came from Eagles head coach Doug Pederson that the team had traded starter Sam Bradford to Minnesota. Wentz was then told that he was being promoted to the

The NFL's best (and worst) divisions in 2017

The NFC East should be competitive, and the AFC West sent three teams to the playoffs last year. Meanwhile, the NFL’s best team plays in what may be the worst division.

Source: Bucs to sign ex-Broncos safety Ward

Reds continue building process versus Pirates (Sep 03, 2017)

PITTSBURGH — Even with 25 games left in the season, including Sunday’s rubber match of a series against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park, the Cincinnati Reds have made it clear they are looking ahead to next season.

Brewers send another rookie out against Nationals (Sep 03, 2017)

MILWAUKEE — Looking to stay in the playoff race, the Milwaukee Brewers will turn to a rookie starting pitcher against one of baseball’s top offenses for the second straight game.

Dodgers' Wood set to return for series finale vs. Padres (Sep 03, 2017)

SAN DIEGO — The Los Angeles Dodgers have their sights set on splitting their four-game series with the San Diego Padres. But when Dave Roberts points his starter, Alex Wood, to the mound on Sunday, he’ll be thinking about Friday.

Rangers' Perez looks to stay hot versus Angels (Sep 03, 2017)

ARLINGTON, Texas — Texas left-hander Martin Perez did his part in August to keep the Rangers in the playoff picture.

Royals turn to Kennedy against Twins (Sep 03, 2017)

MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Twins’ big surge in the American League wild-card standings has been driven by a relentless offense that has gotten contributions across the board.

D-backs lean on Corbin, Martinez to drop Rockies, win 9th straight

Arizona stretched its streak of scoring at least one run in the first inning to five consecutive games.

Cardinals cut draft pick Johnson, Wright 29 others

Also released, as had been reported Friday, was veteran running back Chris Johnson.

Falk lifts No. 24 Washington St. over Montana St. 31-0 (Sep 02, 2017)

PULLMAN, Wash. (AP) Washington State had lost its season opener the past two years to members of the FCS Big Sky Conference, but the 24th-ranked Cougars weren’t going to let it happen a third time.

Arizona rolls over Northern Arizona 62-24 (Sep 02, 2017)

TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) Brandon Dawkins accounted for three touchdowns and Arizona ran for 506 yards to open the season with a 62-24 victory over Northern Arizona on Saturday night.

Hokit, defense help Fresno St beat Incarnate Word 66-0 (Sep 02, 2017)

FRESNO, Calif. (AP) Josh Hokit accounted for three touchdowns and the Fresno State defense limited Incarnate Word to minus-7 yards rushing on Saturday night to help the Bulldogs beat the Cardinals 66-0 in the season opener for both teams.

TCU opens season with rout of Jackson State

Arkansas-Pine Bluff rallies for 23-10 win over Morehouse (Sep 02, 2017)

PINE BLUFF, Ark. (AP) Brandon Duncan connected with Jaelen Collins for a 44-yard touchdown to ignite a second-half rally that propelled Arkansas-Pine Bluff to a 23-10 win over Morehouse in the season opener for both teams Saturday night.

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D-II Tuskegee upends Alabama St. 14-6 behind Ezell (Sep 02, 2017)

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) Jamarcus Ezell threw a touchdown pass and Jonah McCutcheon had a 46-yard interception return for a score and NCAA Division II-member Tuskegee never trailed in its 14-6 win over Alabama State Saturday night.

Mariners rally from 4-run deficit, beat Athletics 7-6 (Sep 02, 2017)

SEATTLE (AP) Jean Segura raced home from third base on a wild pitch with two outs in the ninth inning, and the Seattle Mariners rallied from a four-run deficit for a 7-6 win over the Oakland Athletics on Saturday night.

San Diego State rolls past UC Davis 38-17 (Sep 02, 2017)

SAN DIEGO (AP) Christian Chapman had two touchdown passes and Rashaad Penny ran in two scores Saturday night to lead San Diego State to a 38-17 win over UC Davis in the season opener for both teams.

Chestnut, Jordan help New Mexico roll over Abilene Christian (Sep 02, 2017)

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) Daryl Chestnut scored two touchdowns and quarterback Lamar Jordan threw for a career-high 213 yards Saturday to help New Mexico roll over Abilene Christian 38-14 in the season opener for both teams.

How the FCS Top 25 fared

(STATS) – How teams in the STATS FCS Top 25 fared in Week 1:

Huskers survive close call against Arkansas St., win 43-36 (Sep 02, 2017)

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) Justice Hansen overthrew Kendrick Edwards in the end zone on the game’s final play, allowing Nebraska to hold off Arkansas State 43-36 in a dramatic season opener Saturday night.

Freeman runs for 4 TDs and Oregon beats Southern Utah 77-21 (Sep 02, 2017)

EUGENE, Ore. (AP) The Willie Taggart era at Oregon got off to a fast start with Tony Brooks-James’ 100-yard touchdown return on the opening kickoff against Southern Utah.

Jonathan Banks' 4 TDs spark Tulane past Grambling, 43-14 (Sep 02, 2017)

NEW ORLEANS (AP) Jonathan Banks completed just 10 of 15 passes for Tulane, but three of them resulted in touchdowns as the Green Wave washed past Grambling, 43-14 in the season opener for both schools Saturday.

Jayhawks start off on right foot with 38-16 win over Southeast Missouri State

Kansas got off on the right foot with a 38-16 win over Southeast Missouri State.

10-man FC Dallas salvages 2-2 draw with Red Bulls (Sep 02, 2017)

FRISCO, Texas (AP) Mauro Diaz scored on a penalty kick in the 75th minute and 10-man FC Dallas salvaged a 2-2 draw with the New York Red Bulls on Saturday night.