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AP Sports Writer49ers offense going through learning curveBy JOSH DUBOWSANTA CLARA, California (AP) A couple of passes bounced off receivers' hands into defenders for interceptions. Even more were dropped. Then there were the throws that didn't get made because the quarterback got sacked.The installation of new coach Kyle...

AP Sports WriterNewton, McCaffrey lead Panthers past Bucs 42-28By STEVE REEDCHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) Cam Newton can't keep from grinning when he looks around at the playmakers that surround him in the Panthers' locker room.''The talent level we have on this team is extremely scary,'' Newton said.The Panthers proved...

Associated PressRams get busy after slow start, add depth as draft concludesBy DAN GREENSPANTHOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) The Los Angeles Rams made one pick through the first two days of the NFL draft.They made 10 picks on Day 3, continuing their active offseason by making five trades Saturday,...

Jones misses third straight practice, Manning likely starterEAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) Daniel Jones missed his third straight practice Friday because of a sprained right ankle, making it likely Eli Manning will return as the New York Giants starting quarterback on Monday night against the Philadelphia Eagles.Jones was hurt...

County officials OK bonds for Raiders stadium in Las VegasLAS VEGAS (AP) Officials in Nevada's Clark County have approved the sale of bonds for the construction of the Oakland Raiders' stadium in Las Vegas.Clark County commissioners voted 6-1 Tuesday in favor of the ordinance authorizing the sale of...

AP Pro Football Writer'Today we say no more': Jaguars march to sheriff's officeBy TERESA M. WALKERThe Jacksonville Jaguars protested against inequality and police brutality on Friday, marching from their stadium to the steps of the sheriff’s department.“Today we say no more,” wide receiver Chris Conley said. “Today we see...

49ers activate LB Kwon Alexander from injured reserveSANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) The San Francisco 49ers activated linebacker Kwon Alexander from injured reserve Friday to make him eligible for the team's playoff opener against the Minnesota Vikings.Alexander initially got injured on Oct. 31 when he tore his pectoral muscle...

AP Pro Football WriterChiefs, Mahomes agree to 10-year, $503 million extensionBy ROB MAADDIThe Kansas City Chiefs made sure they'll have Super Bowl MVP Patrick Mahomes around as long as possible.Mahomes agreed to a 10-year extension worth $503 million, according to his agency, Steinberg Sports. The deal is worth $477...

Jets claim WR Ubosi, OT Anderson off waivers from PatriotsFLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) The New York Jets have claimed wide receiver Xavier Ubosi and offensive tackle Calvin Anderson off waivers from the New England Patriots.The team also announced Tuesday it has waived wide receiver DeAngelo Yancey and offensive...

ASHBURN, Va. (AP) Washington tight end Jordan Reed, who missed the team's first two preseason games with a strained hamstring, said Tuesday that he expects to play against the Baltimore Ravens.Redskins coach Jay Gruden said he's hopeful that Reed returns to the lineup for Saturday's game.In addition, Gruden...

The CLEVELAND and the TAMPA BAY will both be gunning for a victory on 10/21/2018 at 1:00 PM when they meet in a game matchup. CLEVELAND BROWNS vs TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS When: 1:00 PM ET, Sunday, October 21, 2018 Where: Raymond James Stadium, Tampa, Florida ROT TEAM PS OU ML 455 CLEVELAND -3 (-110) 49.5 (-110) 130 -150 456 TAMPA BAY TV: 1:00 PM LINE: -3 PREDICTION: TAMPA BAY , CLEVELAND Oddsmakers currently...

AP Sports WriterBortles tosses 2 TD passes, Jags handle Darnold, Jets 31-12By MARK LONGJACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) Blake Bortles felt as though Jacksonville's offense wasted a dominant defensive performance last week.He refused to let it happen again.Bortles threw two touchdown passes, including a 67-yarder to Donte Moncrief, and the...