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AP Sports WriterFamiliar outcome: Bengals flattened by Steelers in big gameBy JOE KAYCINCINNATI (AP) The Bengals tried to tiptoe around the importance of another season-defining game in Pittsburgh by ignoring the series' history of lopsided outcomes and ugly moments.They wound up with more of both.A 29-14 loss in...

AP Pro Football WriterJets QB Darnold ruled out vs. Eagles, Falk to startBy DENNIS WASZAK Jr.NEW YORK (AP) Sam Darnold's return will have to wait at least another week.The New York Jets quarterback was ruled out for the team's game at Philadelphia on Sunday as he continues to...

AP Sports WriterPats prepare to host Broncos in shadow of positive testsBy KYLE HIGHTOWERFOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) For the second straight week, the New England Patriots are heading into a game after having their preparations disrupted by a teammate contracting coronavirus.Last week it was Cam Newton, who tested positive...

Following arrests, Walton gets another chance with DolphinsMIAMI (AP) Running back Mark Walton, arrested three times this offseason by police in Miami, has signed with his hometown Dolphins.Walton tried out this week, when coach Brian Flores said he was aware of the legal issues.''I think people deserve a...

Steelers cut sack leader, 5-time Pro Bowler James HarrisonPITTSBURGH (AP) James Harrison's long tenure with the Pittsburgh Steelers is over.The AFC North champions released the five-time Pro Bowl linebacker and 2008 NFL defensive player of the year on Saturday to make room for right tackle Marcus Gilbert. Gilbert...

AP Sports WriterWashington releases Adrian Peterson, turns to young backsBy STEPHEN WHYNOWashington released veteran running back Adrian Peterson on Friday, a stunning move by first-year coach Ron Rivera in the name of getting younger.Rivera called Peterson early in the morning asking him to come to the practice facility, then...

AP Sports WriterBrowns QB Kizer said headache affected play in Sunday's lossBy TOM WITHERSBEREA, Ohio (AP) Cleveland Browns rookie quarterback DeShone Kizer said his vision was affected by a severe migraine headache in Sunday's loss at Baltimore.Kizer was removed from the game in the first quarter after coach...

Associated PressClowney, Kendricks ruled out for Seahawks against PanthersBy CURTIS CRABTREERENTON, Wash. (AP) Seahawks defensive end Jadeveon Clowney and linebacker Mychal Kendricks have been ruled out for Sunday’s game against the Carolina Panthers.Meanwhile, cornerback Shaquill Griffin and defensive end Ziggy Ansah are questionable.Clowney missed a pair of days...

The Latest: Trump holds 'patriotism' event without EaglesWASHINGTON (AP) The Latest on President Donald Trump's cancellation of the Philadelphia Eagles' visit to the White House (all times local):3:20 p.m.President Donald Trump has held a ''patriotism'' event at the White House in lieu of a Super Bowl celebration for...

AP Pro Football WriterJaguars facing another QB decision after Luton's debacleBy MARK LONGJACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) The Jacksonville Jaguars have another quarterback decision to make.Coach Doug Marrone acknowledged he considered benching rookie Jake Luton in a 27-3 loss to unbeaten Pittsburgh on Sunday and switching to veteran Mike Glennon.Luton...

AP Sports WriterSeahawks finalize deal to acquire Clowney from TexansBy TIM BOOTHRENTON, Wash. (AP) The Seattle Seahawks finalized their trade for standout pass rusher Jadeveon Clowney on Sunday, sending two players and a 2020 third-round pick to the Houston Texans.Seattle bolstered one of its biggest needs heading into...

49ers re-sign offensive lineman Garry Gilliam to 2-year dealSANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) The San Francisco 49ers have signed offensive lineman Garry Gilliam to a two-year contract extension.The deal reached Tuesday keeps Gilliam off the free-agent market next month and under contract through 2019.Gilliam joined San Francisco last offseason...