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AP Pro Football WriterAP source: Vikings make Gary Kubiak offensive coordinatorBy DAVE CAMPBELLMINNEAPOLIS (AP) The Minnesota Vikings have chosen Gary Kubiak as their offensive coordinator, filling the vacancy created by Kevin Stefanski's departure to become head coach of the Cleveland Browns.The widely expected move was confirmed Thursday by...

AP Pro Football WriterVikings still on track for playoffs, but questions persistBy DAVE CAMPBELLMINNEAPOLIS (AP) The Minnesota Vikings remain on a clear track for the playoffs, closer in perception to the four teams ahead of them in the NFC than the pack behind.After their setback in Seattle on...

AP Sports WriterPatriots fill need at center by acquiring Bodine from BillsBy JOHN WAWROWORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) David Andrews' uncertain status led the New England Patriots to fill a potentially sudden need at center by acquiring Russell Bodine in a trade with the Buffalo Bills on Friday.The Patriots...

The fans at Sports Authority Field at Mile High will be treated to a game between the New England Patriots and the Denver Broncos when they take their seats on Sunday. New England Patriots vs. Denver Broncos When: 4:25 PM ET, Sunday, December 18, 2016 Where: Sports Authority Field, Denver, Colorado ...

ESPN: Cowboys' Witten retiring after 15 seasons for 'MNF'FRISCO, Texas (AP) Dallas Cowboys tight end Jason Witten plans to retire after 15 seasons and join ESPN as its lead analyst for the ''Monday Night Football'' telecast, the network reported Friday.Witten met with owner and general manager Jerry Jones,...

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) The Latest from the NFL's annual scouting combine (all times local): --- 2:45 p.m. Houston Texans general manager Rick Smith and Oakland Raiders coach Jack Del Rio both said they enjoyed their time in Mexico City last season. In fact, Smith was such a big fan of the experience he thinks...

AP Pro Football WriterThe big screen: Vikings make use of old-fashioned pass playBy DAVE CAMPBELLEDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. (AP) The Minnesota Vikings made all kinds of changes to their offense this season, from new linemen to new blocking strategies to a new backup quarterback.One of the biggest goals was...

AP Pro Football WriterMarshawn Lynch's appeal of 1-game suspension deniedBy JOSH DUBOWALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) Marshawn Lynch's appeal of his one-game suspension for shoving an official was denied Tuesday and the running back will miss Oakland's game this week at Buffalo.Appeals officer James Thrash, who was appointed jointly by...

AP Sports WriterDolphins survive late collapse and beat Bengals in OT, 38-35By STEVEN WINEMIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) A laugher became a thriller for the Miami Dolphins, and they needed overtime to beat the Cincinnati Bengals.Miami gave up 16 points in the final 29 seconds of regulation but regrouped,...

Lions sign safety, special teams player Charles WashingtonALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) The Detroit Lions have signed safety Charles Washington.Detroit made the move Saturday, retaining a key player on special teams.Washington made 13 tackles on special teams over 29 games the previous two seasons. The former Fresno State standout...

NFL training camps are in full swing.There's never a shortage of desperation, heat or testosterone this time of year, and that leads to plenty of fisticuffs, on and off the field.Usually, high-profile players manage to stay above the fray.This summer, a few have made headlines, including Cam Newton, Dez...

AP Sports WriterAP source: Browns hiring Vikings OC Stefanski as next coachBy TOM WITHERSCLEVELAND (AP) The Cleveland Browns are hiring Vikings offensive coordinator Kevin Stefanski as their new coach, a person familiar with the decision told the Associated Press.Stefanski agreed to accept the position Sunday, a day after...