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AP Pro Football WriterTitans young inside linebackers ready to make NFL impressionBy TERESA M. WALKERNASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) The Tennessee Titans have the NFL's highest-paid safety Kevin Byard at the back of their defense, and a four-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle anchoring the line in Jurrell Casey.In the middle...

Ex-Texans star Mario Williams accused of trespassing at homeKATY, Texas (AP) Former Texans star Mario Williams has been arrested on a misdemeanor charge accusing him of trespassing at a woman's Houston-area home.Harris County court records show Williams was arrested Tuesday and freed on $100 bond. Online records don't...

Was Dolphins coach sending a message via Jay-Z songs?DAVIE, Fla. (AP) The Miami Dolphins' latest featured musical artist at practice: Jay-Z.The team's sound system played more than half a dozen songs by the rapper at the start of practice Tuesday, one day after receiver Kenny Stills objected to...

AP Sports WriterHe said, he said: Browns stars Mayfield, OBJ rip NY GiantsBy TOM WITHERSBEREA, Ohio (AP) Maybe it's good the Browns and Giants won't play this season.They're already trash-talking.Comments by brash Cleveland quarterback Baker Mayfield and star receiver Odell Beckham Jr. created a stir at the training...

AP Pro Football WriterCowboys, LB Smith agree on extension amid Elliott holdoutBy SCHUYLER DIXONFRISCO, Texas (AP) The Dallas Cowboys have agreed on a $64 million, five-year contract extension with young linebacker Jaylon Smith while the holdout by Pro Bowl running back Ezekiel Elliott nears a month since the...

AP Sports WriterAP Source: Broncos rookie QB Lock to miss rest of preseasonBy PAT GRAHAMDENVER (AP) A person familiar with the situation says Denver Broncos rookie quarterback Drew Lock will miss the rest of the preseason with a sprained right thumb.The person spoke to The Associated Press on...

AP Sports WriterJoan Jett, Underwood to perform 'Sunday Night Football' openBy JOE REEDYFred Gaudelli knew NBC would have to come up with something grand for this season's ''Sunday Night Football'' opener since the NFL is celebrating its 100th anniversary.It didn't take long for the show's executive producer to arrive...

Jets claim safety Derrick Kindred off waivers from ColtsFLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) The New York Jets have claimed safety Derrick Kindred off waivers from the Indianapolis Colts, giving them some experienced depth in the secondary.The team also announced Tuesday it waived cornerback Montrel Meander to make room on...

AP Pro Football WriterCowboys reach new deal with LB Smith amid Elliott holdoutBy SCHUYLER DIXONFRISCO, Texas (AP) The Dallas Cowboys have agreed on a contract extension with young linebacker Jaylon Smith while the holdout by Pro Bowl running back Ezekiel Elliott nears a month since the team reported...

AP Sports WriterSaints' Brees dismisses concerns about arm strength, statsBy BRETT MARTELNEW ORLEANS (AP) Drew Brees sees discussions about his arm strength and recently declining passing yardage as moot points.Efficiency is what wins, the 40-year-old, record-setting Saints quarterback says - and that will be a driving factor in...

AP Pro Football WriterTitans competition at right guard continues for another weekBy TERESA M. WALKERNASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) Tennessee has one starting spot up for grabs on the offensive line, and it's at right guard.The Titans have been mixing players all preseason looking for the right guy for the...

AP Pro Football WriterShanahan downplays Garoppolo's rough return to actionBy JOSH DUBOWSANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) Quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo's return to game action for the San Francisco 49ers might have been a flop. But three rough series in an exhibition game aren't enough to cause concern for coach Kyle...