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AP Sports WriterMcDermott unhappy with Benjamin criticizing Panthers, NewtonBy JOHN WAWROWPITTSFORD, N.Y. (AP) Buffalo Bills coach Sean McDermott is not pleased with receiver Kelvin Benjamin questioning why the Carolina Panthers drafted him, and criticizing former teammate Cam Newton's accuracy.McDermott says ''there's a time and a place'' to discuss...

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Cayleb Jones has been arrested on suspicion of misdemeanor domestic assault and theft. Dakota County Jail records show that Jones was arrested Tuesday by Eagan police. He also is accused of interfering on a 911 call. Vikings General Manager Rick Spielman said in a statement...

FRISCO, Texas (AP) The Cowboys have re-signed veteran receiver Brice Butler, who had left Dallas in free agency last spring but was released by the Arizona Cardinals before the season. Dallas released rookie safety Tyree Robinson on Tuesday to make room on its roster for Butler. Butler in April signed a...

Former NFLer arrested in New Hampshire on stalking chargeCONCORD, N.H. (AP) Authorities in New Hampshire say a former player for the New England Patriots has been arrested in the state's capital city for violating a protective order.The Concord Monitor reports 44-year-old Greg Spires of Cypress, Texas, will remain...

AP Sports WriterJaguars don't expect Robinson, Lee to play in season openerBy MARK LONGJACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) The Jacksonville Jaguars don't expect left tackle Cam Robinson and receiver Marqise Lee to be ready for the season opener.Coach Doug Marrone provided an update on the two starters Saturday, saying ''we...

Two people with direct knowledge of the decision, say Antonio Brown will be eligible to play for the New England Patriots. The people spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity on Friday because the decision has not been announced. Brown has been accused of rape and sexual assault in...

AP Sports WriterRivera: Panthers may work out kickers after Slye’s strugglesBy STEVE REEDCHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) Joey Slye has been put on notice in Carolina.Panthers coach Ron Rivera said the team is considering bringing in other kickers this week for tryouts after Slye missed two extra points and a...

AP Sports WriterBrowns' Goodson out for Jets game after positive COVID testBy TOM WITHERSCLEVELAND (AP) The Cleveland Browns will try to earn a playoff spot without starting linebacker B.J. Goodson, who will miss Sunday's game against the New York Jets after testing positive for COVID-19.Cleveland can potentially lock...

Associated PressMaryland governor: probably time to change Redskins nameBy BRIAN WITTEANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan said Wednesday he believes the name of Washington’s professional football team “probably should be changed" though he supported the team's name when he ran for governor in 2014.Hogan, a Republican, was...

AP Sports WriterPost reports misconduct allegations against DC NFL teamBy STEPHEN WHYNOThe Washington Post reported that 15 female former employees of the city's NFL franchise said they were sexually harassed during their time with the teamAP Photo transref:NY155Eds: UPDATES: with recast headline, new lead. With AP Photos.By STEPHEN WHYNO=AP...

Giants make PK Gano signing official, place WR Core on IREAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) The New York Giants have officially signed veteran placekicker Graham Gano.The Giants announced the signing Wednesday, the same day they put receiver and special teams star Cody Core on injured reserve with a torn...

NEW ORLEANS (AP) The New Orleans Saints have scratched team sacks leader Trey Hendrickson, fellow starting defensive lineman Malcom Brown and starting left guard Andrus Peat for Friday's home game against Minnesota. The Vikings have deactivated linebacker Todd Davis and fullback C.J. Ham. Hendrickson, a defensive end who is among the...