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Jaguars sign Chase McLaughlin as kicking carousel continuesJACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) The Jacksonville Jaguars signed kicker Chase McLaughlin off Minnesota's practice squad Tuesday and expect him to play at Green Bay this weekend.McLaughlin will be the team's sixth kicker this season, following Josh Lambo, Brandon Wright, Aldrick Rosas, Stephen...

Green has ankle surgery, expected to miss Bengals' openerCINCINNATI (AP) A.J. Green had ankle surgery and is expected to miss the start of the Bengals' season.Green hurt his left ankle during the opening practice of camp Saturday in Dayton, landing awkwardly after cornerback Dre Kirkpatrick bumped into the...

Rams CB McGhee suspended 2 games for violating NFL policyLOS ANGELES (AP) Los Angeles Rams cornerback Tyrique McGhee has been suspended without pay for two games by the NFL for violating the league's policy on performance-enhancing substances.McGhee has been on the Rams' practice squad all season. He signed...

AP Sports WriterBrowns' Stefanski impresses but faces huge challengeBy TOM WITHERSCLEVELAND (AP) Kevin Stefanski made a favorable first impression. Dressed impeccably, he came across lawyer-like, polished and articulate. He exuded confidence and passion.Now, he's got to win.In Cleveland, that's always the issue for coaches.''I'm excited for this challenge,''...

AP Sports WriterTexans roll to sixth straight win entering bye weekBy KRISTIE RIEKENHOUSTON (AP) The Houston Texans have won six straight games for the first time since 2012, leaving their terrible start behind them and putting them firmly in control of the AFC South as they head into...

CLEVELAND (AP) Duke Johnson got his wish, and the Browns got more than expected for him. Cleveland traded the disgruntled running back to the Houston Texans on Thursday for an undisclosed 2020 draft pick. A person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press that the Browns are getting a...

Steelers RB Le'Veon Bell optimistic about contract progressLAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) Pittsburgh Steelers star running back Le'Veon Bell says he and the team are making progress on a contract extension.The team has presented an initial offer, and Bell says ''we are a lot closer than we were...

AP Sports WriterChiefs stick to game plan in AFC title game win over TitansBy DAVE SKRETTAKANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) The Kansas City Chiefs advanced to their first Super Bowl in 50 years by doing things decidedly their way.They let Patrick Mahomes and their potent offense wing the ball...

AP Pro Football WriterVikings sign LB Eric Kendricks to contract extensionBy DAVE CAMPBELLMINNEAPOLIS (AP) The Minnesota Vikings can cross another core player off their to-do list for contract extensions.Linebacker Eric Kendricks became the latest recipient of a new multi-year deal, when he re-upped with the club on Monday....

Mike McCoy's interview with San Diego went so well that both sides felt he was a perfect fit to become the Chargers' new coach. McCoy had one thing to do, though, before accepting the Chargers' offer, so it was a good thing Chargers president Dean Spanos' private plane was at...

Police investigating assault complaint against Rex RyanNASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) Nashville police are investigating a misdemeanor assault complaint made by a man who says former Buffalo Bills and New York Jets coach Rex Ryan grabbed him by the neck.Police spokesman Don Aaron said that Matthew Havel, a 30-year-old from...

AP Sports WriterGM Dorsey, Browns part ways after disappointing 6-10 seasonBy TOM WITHERSCLEVELAND (AP) - The Cleveland Browns "mutually parted ways" with general manager John Dorsey two days after the team fired coach Freddie Kitchens following a disappointing season.Dorsey's stunning departure on Tuesday came after he refused to take...