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AP Sports WriterRavens' Suggs ramps up intensity and workouts in 15th seasonBy DAVID GINSBURGOWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) Don't let Terrell Suggs' mischievous smile, devil-may-care demeanor and playful nickname fool you. Underneath all that fluff is a serious football player, one who stands out as the unquestioned leader of...

Brees says he 'completely missed the mark' in flag commentsNEW ORLEANS (AP) Drew Brees apologized Thursday for comments that were “insensitive and completely missed the mark” when he reiterated his opposition to Colin Kaepernick’s kneeling during the national anthem in 2016, drawing sharp criticism from fellow high-profile athletes...

Lions rule out Davis and Wagner for SundayALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) The Detroit Lions have ruled out linebacker Jarrad Davis and tackle Rick Wagner for Sunday's game against Tampa Bay.Quarterback Matthew Stafford also remains out after missing the past five games with back and hip problems. Davis has...

Rams sign Pro Bowl long snapper McQuaide to 3-year extensionLOS ANGELES (AP) Pro Bowl long snapper Jake McQuaide has agreed to a three-year contract extension with the Los Angeles Rams.The Rams announced the deal Friday.McQuaide earned his second consecutive Pro Bowl selection last season for the Rams. He...

Cardinals sign TE Maxx Williams to 2-year extensionTEMPE, Ariz. (AP) The Arizona Cardinals have signed tight end Maxx Williams to a two-year extension that runs through the 2021 season.The team announced the extension on Saturday. Terms weren't disclosed.The 6-foot-4, 252-pound Williams was signed by the Cardinals during the...

AP Sports WriterDolphins' Cam Wake looking forward to 'tremendous season'By STEVEN WINEDAVIE, Fla. (AP) Cameron Wake will report to Miami Dolphins training camp next month with a starting job secured, which will be a change from last season for the five-time Pro Bowl defensive end.A year ago, Wake...

AP Sports WriterRedskins insist they're not underestimating winless 49ersBy STEPHEN WHYNOLANDOVER, Md. (AP) When the Washington Redskins began preparing to face the 0-5 San Francisco 49ers, coach Jay Gruden wanted to get a message across.''They're four plays away from being 4-1,'' Gruden told his players.That may be the...

AP Sports WriterPanthers hoping playoff experience pays off in postseasonBy STEVE REEDCHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) When it comes to the playoffs, the Carolina Panthers have been there, done that.The Panthers are unquestionably the most battle-tested team in the NFC playoffs with a roster consisting of players who have participated...

Chiefs have Jones, Titans have Humphries for AFC title gameKANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) The Kansas City Chiefs have Pro Bowl defensive tackle Chris Jones active for the AFC championship game against the Tennessee Titans on Sunday after he missed their divisional-round win over the Houston Texans with a...

AP Sports WriterReceiver Odell Beckham Jr. misses another Giants practiceBy TOM CANAVANEAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) New York Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. has missed his third practice this week and his status for the season opener against the Cowboys in Dallas remains in doubt because of a...

AP Pro Football WriterDerrick Henry poised to repeat as NFL's rushing leaderBy TERESA M. WALKERNASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) Derrick Henry has been running into lots of NFL records, and now he's a game away from joining another exclusive group.Only six men have led the NFL in rushing in consecutive...

AP Pro Football WrierBuffalo in winter? Miami in September? NFL schedule mattersBy BARRY WILNERCoaches will deny until the end of their careers that when you play an opponent in the schedule doesn't matter.It's doubtful they truly believe it.When and where you face a team in the NFL makes a...