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AP Sports WriterRedskins' Galette itching to play first game since 2014By STEPHEN WHYNOASHBURN, Va. (AP) Every time Junior Galette is set to return to the field, it seems something else sidetracks him.The Washington Redskins linebacker hasn't played a game in two years. He was first sidelined after tearing...

AP Sports WriterColts defense begins season with 11 new opening day startersBy MICHAEL MAROTINDIANAPOLIS (AP) Johnathan Hankins shakes his head and smiles.Al Woods just laughs.Darius Butler struggles to name all of Indianapolis' defensive starters from last year's season opener.On Sunday, the three veterans will become part of an...

Associated PressAmerica still in turmoil a year after Kaepernick's protestBy JANIE HAR and JESSE J. HOLLANDFormer San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick's national anthem protest is still causing debate a year later as the embattled athlete looks for a chance to play again.Fans supporting Kaepernick are threatening boycotts and...

Packers list 7 key players as doubtful for Bengals gameGREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) The Green Bay Packers could be without seven front-line players for Sunday's game against the Cincinnati Bengals.Left tackle David Bakhtiari (hamstring), safety Kentrell Brice (groin), receiver Randall Cobb (chest), defensive tackle Mike Daniels (hip), cornerback...

Associated PressRaiders RB Marshawn Lynch avoids questions about anthemBy MICHAEL WAGAMANNAPA, Calif. (AP) Oakland Raiders running back Marshawn Lynch spoke to reporters Thursday for the first time in training camp and avoided questions regarding his decision to sit during the national anthem before last week's preseason game against...

Buccaneers bolster secondary, sign ex-Broncos S T.J. WardTAMPA, Fla. (AP) The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have signed safety T.J. Ward, two days after the three-time Pro Bowl selection was released by the Denver Broncos.Ward spent the past three seasons with the Broncos, who cut him on Saturday. The eight-year...

AP Sports WriterJaguars staying another night in Houston because of IrmaBy MARK LONGThe Jacksonville Jaguars have been in Houston so long now that they have a local gym.The Jaguars were forced Monday to stay another night in Houston because of Hurricane Irma, creating a stressful situation for players, coaches...

Fantasy Sports NetworkFANTASY PLAYS: Wilson, Kelce and other Week 4 daily studsBy JAKE CIELYWinning in daily fantasy isn't always about finding contrarian picks to outsmart everyone else. Yes, you want to differentiate your lineup to increase your odds at winning in tournaments, but you can't ignore the studs that...

AP Sports WriterPatriots have short window to fix ongoing defensive issuesBy KYLE HIGHTOWERFOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) The Patriots knew the first month of their 2017 schedule would feature tough early matchups with Drew Brees and Cam Newton.What they couldn't have predicted is how much trouble they would also have...

Associated PressBills LT Glenn won't play vs. Falcons because of foot injuryBy MARK LUDWICZAKORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) Buffalo Bills left tackle Cordy Glenn will not play in Sunday's game against the Atlanta Falcons because of a foot injury. Defensive end Shaq Lawson will be a game-time decision.Rookie Dion...

AP Sports WriterDominant Panthers defense faces stiffest test vs. SaintsBy STEVE REEDCHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) It's time to find out if Carolina's No. 1-ranked defense is for real.After dominating performances against sub-par offenses in San Francisco and Buffalo, middle linebacker Luke Kuechly knows the Panthers will face their stiffest...

AP Sports WriterGlennon comes up just short in Bears debutBy JAY COHENCHICAGO (AP) Mike Glennon got one last chance, and he almost pulled it off. The Chicago Bears drove to the Atlanta 5 on their final possession, but they came up empty in the final seconds.Mitchell Trubisky never...