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Former NFL receiver James Hardy's death ruled a suicideFORT WAYNE, Ind. (AP) The death of former NFL wide receiver James Hardy has been ruled a suicide by Indiana officials.The Allen County Coroner's Office said Wednesday that the 31-year-old Hardy died of ''asphyxia due to drowning.'' Michael Burris, chief...

The SAN FRANCISCO and the TAMPA BAY will both be gunning for a victory on 9/8/2019 at 4:25 PM when they meet in a game matchup. SAN FRANCISCO vs TAMPA BAY When: 4:25 PM ET, Sunday, September 8, 2019 Where: Raymond James Stadium, Tampa, Florida ROT TEAM PS OU ML 461 SAN FRANCISCO -1 (-110) 49.5 (-110) -105 -115 462 TAMPA BAY TV: 4:25 p.m. ET, FOX.  LINE: Bucanners -1. O/U: 50.5 PREDICTION: Buccaneers 31, 49ers 27 Oddsmakers...

AP Pro Football WriterNFL coaches allowed to return to team facilities on FridayBy BARRY WILNERCoaches will be allowed to return beginning Friday to NFL team facilities closed because of the coronavirus pandemic as the league continues preparation for training camps and its season.Commissioner Roger Goodell told the 32 clubs...

AP Pro Football WriterNFL, NFLPA freeze anthem rules amid backlash to Miami policyBy ROB MAADDIThe NFL's two-month old national anthem policy is on hold.Hours after The Associated Press reported that Miami Dolphins players who protest on the field during the anthem could be suspended for up to four games...

NEW YORK (AP) The first Sunday night after the election produced the highest NFL ratings since Week 2, with an average of 22.51 million viewers tuning in for Seattle's 31-24 victory over New England. NFL ratings have been on the decline this year. One theory has been the election; two...

Former Navy QB Reynolds gets OK to play in NFL this seasonBy The Associated PressThe secretary for the Navy has requested that former Midshipmen quarterback Keenan Reynolds should be allowed to pursue his NFL career while fulfilling his military commitment in the Ready Reserves.Reynolds, the NCAA's career leader in...

Antonio Brown suspended 8 games by NFLNEW YORK (AP) The NFL suspended wide receiver Antonio Brown for the first eight regular-season games of the 2020 season.Brown, who does not have a contract with any team, was suspended Friday under the league's personal conduct policy.Brown, who played one game...

AP Sports WriterBrowns' Josh Gordon to miss start of camp to treat healthBy TOM WITHERSCLEVELAND (AP) Troubled Browns receiver Josh Gordon will miss the start of training camp to focus on his recovery from addictions. There is no timetable for his return.Gordon has been suspended numerous times by...

Associated PressPatriots gear up for opener with Gillette simulationBy GETHIN COOLBAUGHFOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) On what would have been the day of their preseason finale, the New England Patriots held a game simulation walkthrough on Friday afternoon inside Gillette Stadium.It was the first time during training camp the Patriots...

AP Sports WriterDolphins owner: There definitely will be an NFL seasonBy STEVEN WINEMIAMI (AP) Miami Dolphins owner Stephen Ross says he's confident the NFL will play in 2020, with or without spectators.''I think there definitely will be a football season this year,'' Ross said Tuesday during an interview...

AP Sports WriterBrowns activate star Myles Garrett from COVID listBy TOM WITHERSCLEVELAND (AP) Browns defensive star Myles Garrett was activated from the COVID-19 list after missing two games, clearing the end and sack specialist to return this week against Tennessee.Garrett tested positive for the virus on Nov. 20...

AP Sports WriterSeahawks seek 1st 5-0 start in team history hosting VikingsBy TIM BOOTHSEATTLE (AP) Throughout its franchise history, the Seattle Seahawks have never started a season 5-0.Not in the years Seattle was a contender in the old AFC West. Not after it moved to the NFC. Not...