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AP Pro Football WriterNew helmet rule likely to be part of replay for officiatingBy BARRY WILNERORLANDO, Fla. (AP) The NFL's new rule outlawing a player from lowering his head to initially make any sort of hit with his helmet likely will be included in replay reviews for officials.That...

AP Pro Football WriterBroncos D-coordinator Ed Donatell under COVID-19 protocolsBy ARNIE STAPLETONDENVER (AP) The Denver Broncos say defensive coordinator Ed Donatell won't be at the game against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday because of COVID-19 protocols.That leaves head coach Vic Fangio without his top assistant on the...

Former Philadelphia Eagles coach Andy Reid had a hand in helping the franchise land his successor in Chip Kelly. Reid, the winningest coach in franchise history who was fired after a disappointing 4-12 season, reached out to Kelly, owner Jeffrey Lurie and general manager Howie Roseman in the club's first...

Giants sign former Cowboys running back Rod SmithEAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) The New York Giants have signed former Dallas Cowboys running back Rod Smith.The Giants announced the signing Wednesday, putting Smith in a crowded backfield to compete for the backup job to NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year...

AP Sports WriterAP Source: Chiefs QB Mahomes expected to miss 4-6 weeksBy DAVE SKRETTAKANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes escaped significant ligament damage when he dislocated his right kneecap and there is optimism the reigning NFL MVP could be back on the field in about a...

AP Pro Football WriterCowboys keep Frederick off IR, still no timetable for returnBy SCHUYLER DIXONFRISCO, Texas (AP) Travis Frederick will not go on injured reserve initially as he battles a condition that affects the nervous system, although the Dallas Cowboys still don't have a timetable for the return...

The Latest: Brees' comeback off to rocky start vs ChiefsBy The Associated PressThe Latest on Week 15 in the NFL (all times EST):---5:15 p.m.Drew Brees' comeback from rib fractures and a punctured lung that sidelined him four games is off to a shaky start.The New Orleans Saints' record-setting quarterback...

AP Sports WriterRedskins: Trainer's laptop stolen but medical records safeBy STEPHEN WHYNOASHBURN, Va. (AP) The Washington Redskins confirmed that an athletic trainer's laptop was stolen but said medical records were not at risk.The team said in a statement Wednesday that someone broke through the window of the trainer's...

CLEVELAND (AP) The Browns had handled so many of 2020's obstacles, navigating the coronavirus minefield and overcoming injuries while becoming one of the NFL's biggest surprises. In 24 hours, it all fell apart. They fumbled. Sunday's 23-16 loss to the New York Jets, which came after Cleveland lost six players because of...

Cardinals sign veteran tight end Clay to 1-year dealTEMPE, Ariz. (AP) The Arizona Cardinals have signed veteran tight end Charles Clay to a one-year contract.Terms of the deal announced Tuesday were not disclosed.The 30-year-old Clay has played eight NFL seasons, four each with Buffalo and Miami. He has...

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) - No coach has more postseason wins than Bill Belichick. No quarterback has been to more Super Bowls than Tom Brady.And these New England Patriots are so much more than that dynamic duo, as the overwhelmed Indianapolis Colts learned.Belichick and Brady earned their sixth trip to...

Texans' Watt, Hopkins on physically unable to perform listHOUSTON (AP) The Houston Texans have placed star defensive end J.J. Watt and wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins on the physically unable to perform list.Also going on the PUP list was wide receiver DeAndre Carter.Watt, a three-time Defensive Player of the...