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AP Sports WriterRodgers looks forward to building relationship with LaFleurBy KEITH JENKINSGREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) Aaron Rodgers considers himself and first-year Packers coach Matt LaFleur to be friends. He also knows building chemistry on the field will take a lot of time and patience.''The on-the-field relationship is one...

Rudolph's agent: Garrett legally liable after ESPN interviewBy TOM WITHERS and WILL GRAVESThe agent for Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph says Cleveland defensive end Myles Garrett opened himself up for potential legal action after reiterating his claim that Rudolph used a racial slur shortly before their infamous brawl in November.During...

Associated PressRavens looking to avoid mistakes that led to playoff droughtBy TODD KARPOVICHOWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) Baltimore safety Eric Weddle proudly proclaimed this wasn't the same Ravens team following a spirited victory over the Broncos in Week 3.He might have spoken too soon.The Ravens (3-2) have dropped out...

The fans at EverBank Field will be treated to a game between the Tennessee Titans and the Jacksonville Jaguars when they take their seats on Thursday. Tennessee at Jacksonville When: 8:25 PM ET, Thursday, December 18, 2014 Where: EverBank Field, Jacksonville, Florida TV: 8:25 p.m. ET, NFL Network. LINE: Jaguars -3. O/U: 40.5 PREDICTION:...

Falcons release CB Alford, possibly clearing spot for OliverATLANTA (AP) The Atlanta Falcons have released cornerback Robert Alford, a second-round pick in 2013 who had 10 career interceptions but none this season.The move, announced by the team on Tuesday night, could clear the way for Isaiah Oliver, a...

AP Sports WriterDolphins' X-factor is NFL interception leader Xavien HowardBy STEVEN WINEMIAMI (AP) Ryan Fitzpatrick knows how interceptions can change a game because he has thrown 169 of them, which makes him a big fan of teammate Xavien Howard.The Miami Dolphins cornerback leads the NFL with seven...

AP Sports WriterRavens DE Campbell took unusual path after trade from JagsBy DAVID GINSBURGOWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) If this was a typical NFL offseason, Baltimore Ravens newcomer Calais Campbell would have taken his physical at the team facility, signed his contract extension within the building and introduced himself...

The Latest: Chargers QB Herbert making most of sudden startBy The Associated PressThe Latest on Week 2 in the NFL (all times EDT):6 p.m.Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert became the first to throw a touchdown pass and run for a score in the first half of an NFL...

RB Brian Hill signs fifth-round tender to stay with FalconsFLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) Running back Brian Hill has signed his tender offer to remain with the Atlanta Falcons.The Falcons announced Saturday he has accepted the $2,133,000 offer. The restricted free agent received an original-round tender last month, giving...

AP Pro Football WriterTop D (Patriots) usually beats top O (Falcons) in Super BowlBy HOWARD FENDRICHJoe Theismann knows how it feels to bring the NFL's most prolific offense into the Super Bowl and leave with a loss.The former Washington Redskins quarterback also knows how difficult it can be to...

Associated PressEarl Thomas doesn't practice; Ethan Pocic out for SeahawksBy CURTIS CRABTREERENTON, Wash. (AP) Seahawks free safety Earl Thomas was at practice on Friday but did not take part because of reasons of a personal nature, according to coach Pete Carroll.Carroll left open the possibility that the issue...

Cowboys rookie CB Diggs out several weeks with broken footFRISCO, Texas (AP) Dallas Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs will miss several weeks with a broken foot, a blow for a defense that was playing better in part because of the rookie's contributions.Diggs was injured in the second half of...