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AP Sports WriterSeahawks DE Bennett sits again during national anthemBy TIM BOOTHSEATTLE (AP) Michael Bennett was alone in sitting. He wasn't alone in support from his teammates.Bennett sat on the Seahawks' bench before Friday night's preseason game against Minnesota, the second straight week he remained seated while the...

AP Sports WriterGiants making things easier for players in effort to winBy TOM CANAVANEAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) The New York Giants are going to simplify things in an effort to get a win.While coach Ben McAdoo wouldn't say precisely how the Giants would change for Sunday's game against...

AP Sports WriterPeterson's return marked with boos, not yardsBy JON KRAWCZYNSKIMINNEAPOLIS (AP) A whole lot of boos, and not many yards for Adrian Peterson in his return to Minnesota.Peterson rushed for 18 yards on just six carries in his first game with the New Orleans Saints, turning an...

Former NFL GM Bobby Beathard a Hall of Fame finalistCANTON, Ohio (AP) Longtime general manager and personnel administrator Bobby Beathard is a finalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame in the contributors category.Beathard helped build strong teams in football stops in Kansas City (1966-67), Miami (1972-77),...

AP Sports WriterLast move: Browns trade disappointing OL Erving to ChiefsBy TOM WITHERSCLEVELAND (AP) The Browns made their final move with offensive lineman Cam Erving, another of the team's first-round busts.Erving, who was shifted from guard to center to tackle during two seasons with Cleveland, was traded Wednesday...

Fantasy Sports NetworkFANTASY PLAYS: Play matchups, manage injuries for Week 3By JOE GALLINAAs fantasy players look to set their Week 3 lineups, some will be scrambling to find a replacement for Panthers tight end Greg Olsen and others will have to monitor injuries to Bears running back Jordan Howard...

AP Sports WriterBrowns rookie Garrett could practice, play this weekBy TOM WITHERSCLEVELAND (AP) Myles Garrett appears ready to move away from the stationary bike.Cleveland's rookie defensive end is expected to practice later this week, and it's possible the No. 1 overall draft pick will make his regular-season debut...

49ers acquire offensive lineman Laken Tomlinson from LionsSANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) The San Francisco 49ers have acquired offensive lineman Laken Tomlinson from the Detroit Lions in exchange for an undisclosed draft pick.The 49ers announced the deal on Thursday and say Tomlinson still must pass a physical to make...

WR Decker starts for Titans ahead of 1st draft pick DavisBy The Associated PressThe Indianapolis Colts are without three key starters as they open their NFL season at the Los Angeles Rams.Quarterback Andrew Luck is recovering from shoulder surgery and when he will return is uncertain. Center Ryan Kelly...

Jaguars WRs Allen Robinson, Dede Westbrook undergo surgeryJACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) Jacksonville Jaguars receivers Allen Robinson and Dede Westbrook are recovering from surgery.Robinson had surgery Monday to repair the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee. He tore the ligament while making a catch in the season opener at...

AP Sports WriterFitzgerald on Anquan Boldin: 'He's like a big brother to me'By BOB BAUMGLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) Larry Fitzgerald took a moment Tuesday to talk about the retirement of his good friend and former teammate Anquan Boldin.''It's bittersweet,'' Fitzgerald said. ''He's like a big brother to me.''For six...

Jets-Bills CapsuleBy The Associated PressNEW YORK JETS (5-11) at BUFFALO (7-9)Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, CBSOPENING LINE - Bills by 6SERIES RECORD - Bills lead 59-53LAST MEETING - Jets beat Bills 30-10, Jan. 1AP PRO32 RANKING - Jets No. 32, Bills No. 28JETS OFFENSE - OVERALL (26), RUSH (12), PASS...