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2021 Pro Bowl to be played at new Las Vegas stadiumLAS VEGAS (AP) The Pro Bowl is headed to Las Vegas.The NFL announced Tuesday that the 2021 all-star game will be played at the new Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on Sunday, Jan. 31 - one week before...

AP Sports WriterReigning NFL MVP Jackson will appear on Madden 21 coverBy JOE REEDYLamar Jackson? Of course, Lamar Jackson.With no mystery.The EA Sports Madden cover release usually carries some suspense, but Jackson let it slip a couple months ago that he had been approached about appearing on this year's...

Giants kicker arrested on suspicion of hit-and-run crashCHICO, Calif. (AP) Alcohol is suspected in a hit-and-run crash that led to the arrest of New York Giants kicker Aldrick Rosas in Northern California, authorities said Tuesday.Rosas, 25, allegedly failed to stop for a red light and plowed his Chevrolet...

AP Pro Football WriterCoaches, players make best of NFL's 1st virtual offseasonBy TERESA M. WALKERNASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) Turns out there’s only so much that can be done virtually.Six teams decided to end their offseason programs even with the NFL allowing two more weeks to keep working: the Bears,...

AP Pro Football WriterCoaches, players make best of NFL's 1st virtual offseasonBy TERESA M. WALKERNASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) Turns out there’s only so much that can be done virtually.Six teams decided to end their offseason programs even with the NFL allowing two more weeks to keep working: the Bears,...

AP Sports WriterNFL commissioner Goodell encourages team to sign KaepernickBy JOE REEDYRoger Goodell would like to see Colin Kaepernick back in the NFL this season.The NFL commissioner said during ESPN's ''The Return of Sports'' special on Monday that he is encouraging teams to sign the 32-year old quarterback, who...

AP Pro Football Writer49ers give Kyle Shanahan new deal through 2025By JOSH DUBOWThe San Francisco 49ers rewarded coach Kyle Shanahan with a new six-year contract Monday after he took the team to the Super Bowl in his third season at the helm.The Niners are replacing the three years remaining...

Mathis to become 17th member of Colts' Ring of HonorINDIANAPOLIS (AP) The Indianapolis Colts will add career sacks leader Robert Mathis to their Ring of Honor this year.The team announced Monday the induction ceremony will take place Nov. 22 when the Colts host the Green Bay Packers.Mathis played...

Bills entire draft class under contract after Moss signingORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) The Buffalo Bills have their entire seven-player draft class under contract after signing running back Zack Moss to a four-year deal on Monday.Moss was a third-round pick out of Utah, where he set career school records...

Saints' Jenkins joins CNN as social justice contributorATLANTA (AP) New Orleans Saints safety Malcolm Jenkins will join CNN as a contributor focusing on racial and social justice, the network announced Monday.''I believe I can be a voice for other athlete activists and those who have dedicated their lives...

AP Pro Football WriterAgent: Cowboys star Elliott tested positive for coronavirusBy SCHUYLER DIXONDallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott has tested positive for the coronavirus, according to his agent.Rocky Arceneaux told the NFL Network on Monday that Elliott was feeling OK and recovering. Arceneaux did not immediately return messages seeking...

Saints' Jenkins joins CNN as social justice contributorATLANTA (AP) New Orleans Saints safety Malcolm Jenkins will join CNN as a contributor focusing on racial and social justice, the network announced Monday.''I believe I can be a voice for other athlete activists and those who have dedicated their lives...