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Aaron Hernandez's fiancee speaks out on documentary seriesBOSTON (AP) The fiancee of former NFL star Aaron Hernandez spoke publicly for the first time since the release of a documentary series examining his life more than two years after he killed himself in his prison cell.Hernandez's fiancee, Shayanna Jenkins,...

AP Sports WriterBrady vs. Young showdown highlights Buccaneers at WashingtonBy STEPHEN WHYNOLANDOVER, Md. (AP) Running off the field after Washington clinched a spot in the playoffs, Chase Young couldn't contain his excitement about who's up next.''Tom Brady!'' Young yelled. ''Tom Brady, I'm coming. I want Tom! I want...

Associated PressEntertainers address social injustice issues at Super BowlBy GEORGE HENRY and JONATHAN LANDRUM Jr.ATLANTA (AP) Some entertainers believe social injustice needs to be addressed during the Super Bowl and are ensuring the topic that ignited a political firestorm, engulfing the NFL, will be in the spotlight.They passionately...

AP Sports WriterManning's feel-good story fizzles in another Giants lossBy TOM CANAVANEAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) The best feel-good story of a disastrous season for the New York Giants came to a disappointing and frustrating ending.What did you expect from a team sporting a 2-11 record, including a franchise...

BAGSHOT, England (AP) Rams coach Jeff Fisher has often stressed the importance of a quick emotional turnaround. Dwell on the result of a game for a day, then move on. And while the Los Angeles Rams had to endure a seven-hour flight after a 31-28 loss to the Detroit Lions on...

The fans at Heinz Field will be treated to a game between the New England Patriots and the Pittsburgh Steelers when they take their seats on Sunday. New England Patriots vs. Pittsburgh Steelers When: 4:25 PM ET, Sunday, October 23, 2016 Where: Heinz Field, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania TV: 4:25 p.m. ET, CBS. LINE: Patriots...

AP Sports WriterPopular pitchman Gronk eager to show Pats he can still catchBy DAN GELSTONGronk can even suit up in pigtails.Rob Gronkowski ditched Brady for braids in his latest commercial. The Patriots' tight end starred in a variety of spots for Tide Sport PODS, including one where he emulated...

AP Pro Football WriterJets' Douglas fills out staff with Hogan, Savage, AlexanderBy DENNIS WASZAK Jr.NEW YORK (AP) Jets general manager Joe Douglas has filled out his front office staff with four hires, including Rex Hogan as the team's assistant GM.The team also announced Wednesday that Douglas hired Chad...

AP Sports WriterAfter 20 years in college, Sean Spencer joins Giants' staffBy TOM CANAVANAfter spending more than two decades in the college ranks as an assistant coach, Sean Spencer is bringing his high-energy approach to the New York Giants.Spencer has a big personality and the Giants defensive linemen are...

Ravens fill void on DL, agree on 1-year deal with WolfeOWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) The Baltimore Ravens have reached agreement on a one-year contract with defensive tackle Derek Wolfe, ending his eight-year run with the Denver Broncos.Wolfe had seven sacks in 12 games last season before going on...

AP Sports WriterGordon back with Browns, watches teammates practiceBy TOM WITHERSCLEVELAND (AP) Browns wide receiver Josh Gordon was back at practice on Sunday - as a spectator.Gordon visited with teammates and Hall of Famer Jim Brown a day after ending his three-week absence from training camp and missing...

FRISCO, Texas (AP) Dallas defensive end Randy Gregory was suspended for at least a year Thursday for another violation of the NFL's substance-abuse policy. It's the third time this season Gregory has been suspended. The first was a four-game ban, followed by 10 games on top of that. The latest...