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AP Sports WriterProtests muted week after NFL responds to Trump criticismBy JOHN MARSHALLGLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) ''For more than a year, members of our team have protested the oppression and social injustices still present in our society,'' the 49ers said in a statement. ''While some may not have taken...

The Latest: Half of 49ers take knee for anthem show of unityBy The Associated PressThe Latest on Week 4 of the NFL (all times EDT):4:10 p.m.Half of the San Francisco 49ers took a knee during the national anthem before their game against the Arizona Cardinals in a show of...

Children's tale by Patriots player featured at reading eventFRAMINGHAM, Mass. (AP) A children's book written by New England Patriots wide receiver Malcolm Mitchell is being highlighted at Boston-area schools.Massachusetts' first lady, Lauren Baker, planned to read and discuss ''The Magician's Hat'' on Monday with first- and second-graders at...

The Latest: Jones and Sanu out for Falcons with injuriesBy The Associated PressThe Latest on Week 4 of the NFL (all times EDT):The Atlanta Falcons played the second half against Buffalo without starting receivers Julio Jones and Mohamed Sanu.Jones, a two-time All-Pro, suffered a hip flexor late in the...

The Latest: Giants' Vernon and Harrison out with injuriesBy The Associated PressThe Latest on Week 4 of the NFL (all times EDT):6:40 p.m.Giants defensive linemen Oli Olivier Vernon and Damon Harrison have left New York's game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Vernon is done for the day with an...

GOP candidate for Ohio governor pulls ad over NFL protestsCOLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) A Republican congressman running for Ohio governor has pulled a $20,000 television ad from an upcoming NFL broadcast over protests by players kneeling during the national anthem.U.S. Rep. Jim Renacci (reh-NAY'-see) announced Friday he was cancelling...

Associated PressFalcons try to keep Devonta Freeman in a steady rhythmBy GEORGE HENRYFLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) The Atlanta Falcons are careful not to interrupt Devonta Freeman when he's in a steady rhythm.Freeman, a two-time Pro Bowl selection and the NFL's highest-paid running back, has earned the right to...

Giants' Beckham fined $12,154 for dog-like TD celebrationBy The Associated PressNEW YORK (AP) New York Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. has been fined $12,154 by the NFL for his dog-like touchdown celebration last Sunday.Beckham got down on all fours and pretended to urinate like a dog after...

Associated PressBills LT Glenn won't play vs. Falcons because of foot injuryBy MARK LUDWICZAKORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) Buffalo Bills left tackle Cordy Glenn will not play in Sunday's game against the Atlanta Falcons because of a foot injury. Defensive end Shaq Lawson will be a game-time decision.Rookie Dion...

AP Sports WriterJacoby Jones heads into retirement as member of RavensBy DAVID GINSBURGOWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) It's fitting that Jacoby Jones retired as a member of the Baltimore Ravens. He won a Super Ring with the Ravens, achieved fame and amassed millions during his time in Baltimore.His three-year...

AP Sports WriterGatlin won't take knee in exhibition race in BrazilBy STEPHEN WADERIO DE JANEIRO (AP) World sprint champion Justin Gatlin says he won't be taking the knee in protest this weekend at an exhibition race in Brazil.Asked about the national anthem protests in the NFL, Gatlin says...

AP Sports WriterGatlin won't take knee in exhibition race in BrazilBy STEPHEN WADERIO DE JANEIRO (AP) World sprint champion Justin Gatlin won't be taking a knee in protest this weekend at an exhibition race in Brazil.However, Gatlin said Friday that does not mean he's against highlighting issues of...