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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...

AP Sports WriterDiscipline starts fallout for cringe-worthy Steelers-BengalsBy JOE KAYCINCINNATI (AP) Two players carted off, two others suspended, many fines to follow. One of the NFL's nastiest rivalries set new lows in prime time, forcing fans to avert their eyes.What's to be done about this long-running animosity between...

Appeal hearing for Cowboys' Elliott over after 2-plus daysNEW YORK (AP) Dallas running back Ezekiel Elliott's hearing on the appeal of his six-game suspension over a domestic violence case ended Thursday after 2 1/2 days.According to the labor agreement, Arbitrator Harold Henderson must rule on the NFL's punishment...

AP Pro Football WriterMiller hosting second annual pass rushing summit in JuneBy ARNIE STAPLETONENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) Von Miller doesn't get too excited about how guys look this time of year.''You really can't put too much into OTAs,'' Miller said Tuesday when asked how much improvement he saw in...

AP Sports WriterAP Source: Cardinals finalizing deal for CB Jamar TaylorBy BOB BAUMPHOENIX (AP) A person with knowledge of the situation says the Arizona Cardinals are finalizing a trade that would bring cornerback Jamar Taylor from the Cleveland Browns.The person, who sought anonymity because the trade had not...

Chiefs promote Borgonzi to director of football operationsKANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) The Chiefs have promoted Mike Borgonzi to director of football operations and Ryan Poles to assistant director of player personnel as part of a series of front-office moves made following the NFL draft.Chiefs general manager Brett Veach...

The Latest: 'Thank You Fans' - Eagles flash Lombardi trophyPHILADELPHIA (AP) The Latest on the parade for the Super Bowl-winning Philadelphia Eagles (all times local):11:25 a.m.The Philadelphia Eagles are thanking the fans and sharing their championship glory as the Super Bowl parade makes its way up Broad Street,...

AP Sports WriterLA Rams fire veteran defensive coordinator Wade PhillipsBy GREG BEACHAMTHOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) Veteran defensive coordinator Wade Phillips has been fired by the Los Angeles Rams after three winning seasons.Phillips announced Monday on Twitter that the Rams are not renewing his contract, and the team later...

AP Pro Football WriterPatriots don't need any help but they tend to get itBy ARNIE STAPLETONOpponents tend to freak out against Tom Brady and Bill Belichick just when they're about to conquer the New England Patriots' dynastic duo. The Philadelphia Eagles swear they won't fall into that trap if...

NFL CalendarBy The Associated PressApril 17 - Deadline for restricted free agents to sign offer sheets.April 23-25 - NFL draft, remote locations.May 19, 2020 - Spring owners meeting, Marina del Rey, Calif.Late July - Training camps scheduled to open.Aug. 6 - Hall of Fame game, Canton, Ohio.Aug. 8 -...

49ers RB Matt Breida questionable for game vs. PackersSANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) San Francisco 49ers running back Matt Breida is questionable for Monday night's game against the Green Bay Packers because of shoulder and ankle injuries.Breida was limited in practice on Saturday and will be a game-time decision...

Saints sign receiver Hogan, waive HumphreyMETAIRIE, La. (AP) The New Orleans Saints activated receiver Krishawn Hogan from their practice squad Saturday and waived receiver Lil'Jordan Humphrey.Hogan, who was signed to New Orleans' practice squad Sept. 18, began his NFL career with the Indianapolis Colts but played in only...