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AP Sports WriterNFL rejects Burfict's appeal, upholds 4-game suspensionBy JOE KAYCINCINNATI (AP) The NFL has rejected linebacker Vontaze Burfict's appeal and imposed a four-game suspension for violating the league's policy on performance-enhancers, the fourth year in a row he'll miss the start of a Bengals season.Burfict sat out...

Associated PressSuit alleging Manning sold bogus memorabilia nears trialBy DAVID PORTERHACKENSACK, N.J. (AP) A lawsuit alleging Eli Manning and the New York Giants sold bogus memorabilia to collectors is headed to trial this month in New Jersey.Memorabilia dealer Eric Inselberg filed the suit in 2014 claiming Manning's backup...

49ers activate Samuel, promote Hasty from practice squadSANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) The San Francisco 49ers have activated receiver Deebo Samuel from injured reserve and promoted running back JaMycal Hasty to the active roster.The Niners also announced on Saturday that cornerback Jamar Taylor and linebacker Joe Walker have been...

AP Sports WriterHigh-flying offenses to meet when Ravens visit ChiefsBy DAVE SKRETTAKANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) Patrick Mahomes and the high-flying Kansas City Chiefs have been the talk of the NFL for months, their innovation and points-a-plenty style making them one of the league's most entertaining offenses.They might not...

AP Pro Football Writer49ers close facility after Bourne's positive COVID-19 testBy JOSH DUBOWSANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) The San Francisco 49ers have shut down their facility after receiver Kendrick Bourne tested positive for the coronavirus but are still scheduled to play Green Bay on Thursday night as of now.The...

AP Sports WriterPanthers 'very hopeful' McCaffrey plays vs. ChiefsBy STEVE REEDCHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) Panthers coach Matt Rhule is ''very hopeful'' Christian McCaffrey will play Sunday against the Kansas City Chiefs after the running back went through his first padded practice on Wednesday since Week 2.McCaffrey has missed Carolina's...

AP Sports WriterLongtime Jets LB David Harris retires after 11 seasonsBy DENNIS WASZAK Jr.The Hitman has made his final tackle.Former New York Jets linebacker David Harris, second on the team's career tackles list, retired Friday night after 11 NFL seasons. Harris made the announcement in a statement released on...

Associated PressNFL puts Giants' Brown on 'exempt' list pending abuse probeBy SHAWN POGATCHNIKLONDON (AP) The NFL placed Josh Brown on paid leave Friday hours after coach Ben McAdoo struggled to answer questions about how the New York Giants might discipline the kicker for abusing his wife.In a letter...

AP Sports WriterRivera says Cam's backup in Carolina still uncertainBy STEVE REEDCHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) While Cam Newton remains the clear-cut starting quarterback in Carolina, his primary backup remains largely uncertain.Kyle Allen started the first two preseason games and appears to have the edge over third-round draft pick Will...

The fans at Wembley Stadium will be treated to a game between the Dallas Cowboys and the Jacksonville Jaguars when they take their seats on Sunday. When: 1:00 PM ET, Sunday, November 9, 2014 Where: Wembley Stadium, London TV: 1 p.m. ET, Fox. LINE: Cowboys –7. O/U: 45 PREDICTION: Cowboys 24, Jaguars 17 Join...

AP Pro Football WriterNFL At 100-AP Was There-49ers-Seahawks NFC title gameBy BARRY WILNERSEATTLE (AP) The Seahawks are bringing their game-changing defense - and the 12th Man - to the Big Apple for the Super Bowl.Seattle's top-ranked defense forced three fourth-quarter turnovers, and Russell Wilson threw a 35-yard touchdown...

Patriots release tight end Martellus BennettBOSTON (AP) The Patriots released tight end Martellus Bennett on Wednesday.Bennett was due a $2 million roster bonus next week. His release will save New England about $6 million in salary cap space.Bennett joined New England in November of last season after being...