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Fair or foul?

Published: Nov. 4, 2012 at 05:58 p.m.

The New York Giants were beneficiaries of two controversial calls in their game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Judge the referees' decisions for yourselves. Read

NFL, players union on verge of deal to move 2014 draft to May

Published: May 20, 2013 at 02:48 p.m.

The NFL's effort to change its offseason calendar is starting to make some progress. The 2014 NFL Draft may move to May. Read
Te'o to be kept from media until June

Published: May 20, 2013 at 02:29 p.m.

It looks like Manti Te'o finally will catch a break. A San Diego Chargers spokesman announced Monday that the rookie linebacker will be unavailable to the press until June's minicamp. Read
Seahawks GM: Irvin PED suspension 'disappointing'

Published: May 20, 2013 at 02:17 p.m.

After Seattle Seahawks defensive end Bruce Irvin was suspended for a performance enhancing drug violation, the team's general manager said what happened would be addressed. Read
Mario Williams points finger at Bills for prescribing him painkillers

Published: May 20, 2013 at 01:52 p.m.

Following reports that Mario Williams allegedly sent texts to his ex-fiancée about popping painkillers and possible "suicidal thoughts," the Buffalo Bills LB said he got the the pills from the team. Read
Schiano: Freeman is Bucs' starting QB

Published: May 20, 2013 at 01:22 p.m.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers coach Greg Schiano is trying to dampen talk about a quarterback battle before it starts. Josh Freeman remains the man. Read
Alex Smith runs pistol at Chiefs OTAs

Published: May 20, 2013 at 12:21 p.m.

Alex Smith just can't seem to escape his roots in San Francisco. The former 49ers quarterback was seen running the Pistol offense during Kansas City Chiefs workouts. Chris Ault's influence begins. Read
McGahee, recovering from injuries, a no-show at Broncos OTAs

Published: May 20, 2013 at 12:19 p.m.

Willis McGahee might be the odd man out in a crowded Denver Broncos backfield, but despite that, the running back still plans to skip Monday's organized team activities. Read
Megatron: I had broken fingers during record-breaking season

Published: May 20, 2013 at 11:34 a.m.

In addition to facing regular double teams, Calvin Johnson battled through injury during the 2012 NFL season. Now, "Megatron" confirms the extent of the injury: He had three broken fingers. Read
In trouble again

Published: May 20, 2013 at 11:14 a.m.

Chad Johnson turned himself in to police Monday in Florida after a warrant was issued for the former NFL receiver's arrest on an alleged probation violation. Read
Pack's Bishop says he'll be defensive MVP

Published: May 20, 2013 at 11:01 a.m.

After re-signing Desmond Bishop in 2012 to a four-year, $19 million extension, the Packers were looking to trade the injured linebacker during the draft. Now healthy, he has very lofty goals. Read
RG3 fans go above and 'Beyond'

Published: May 20, 2013 at 10:25 a.m.

How's this for fan loyalty? Washington Redskins fans helped buy all of the items on Robert Griffin III and Rebecca Liddicoat's wedding registry at Bed Bath & Beyond. Read
Veteran Smith shifting to OLB as Saints' defense moves to 3-4

Published: May 20, 2013 at 10:10 a.m.

The New Orleans Saints' new 3-4 defensive scheme means a lot of new positions for old players. Can Will Smith really play outside linebacker? Read
'Mr. Positive' returning to Saints sideline

Published: May 20, 2013 at 09:45 a.m.

New Orleans Saints coach Sean Payton already has started to set a tone for the 2013 season. It's not about his suspension. He's moving on, thinking positively and bringing the intensity. Read
Avant, Harbor to play D only in emergency

Published: May 20, 2013 at 09:14 a.m.

Philadelphia Eagles coach Chip Kelly wants to prepare Jason Avant and Clay Harbor to take some defensive snaps just in case of emergency. But don't expect the move to be permanent. Read
Carroll receives flak for suspensions

Published: May 20, 2013 at 08:53 a.m.

The Seattle Seahawks have a problem with their players failing tests for performance-enhancing substances. So why isn't coach Pete Carroll taking any criticism? Read
Free-agent CB Jammer holding out hope for Chargers return

Published: May 20, 2013 at 07:34 a.m.

Quentin Jammer's play has left him on the outside looking in as a free agent -- even though the cornerback speaks optimistically about a return to the San Diego Chargers for a 12th season. Read
Brady: 'I've never felt better throwing the football'

Published: May 20, 2013 at 06:23 a.m.

Tom Brady is a three-time Super Bowl champion, but the New England Patriots QB says he's never been more confident about his throwing ability. That's a scary thought for Pats opponents. Read
Brooks Reed says he's '100 percent' ahead of Texans' OTAs

Published: May 19, 2013 at 08:10 p.m.

Brooks Reed says he's "100 percent" ahead of the Houston Texans' organized team activities, which begin Monday. The linebacker underwent groin surgery in the offseason. Read
Raiders fans plan surprise greeting for DB Woodson

Published: May 19, 2013 at 06:54 p.m.

Free agent Charles Woodson is scheduled to visit the Raiders on Tuesday, and Silver and Black's faithful fan base doesn't plan on letting the former Oakland DB get away again. Read
Geno: I'm not a diva

Published: May 19, 2013 at 05:59 p.m.

New York Jets rookie quarterback Geno Smith says he's "not naive." Smith says he's already learned a thing or two from the media snowstorm in New York. Read
Sizing up the NFL's quarterback battles

Published: May 19, 2013 at 05:15 p.m.

Will Geno Smith beat out Mark Sanchez for the N.Y. Jets' starting job? Is Matt Flynn headed for the Raiders' bench? Here are seven QB competitions heating up as we approach training camp. Read
Broncos try to put Moore's costly playoff blunder behind them

Published: May 19, 2013 at 01:17 p.m.

Denver Broncos coaches say they have moved past Rahim Moore's playoff blunder and are expecting the young defensive back to forget about it, as well. Can Moore bounce back? Read
'He still has it'

Published: May 19, 2013 at 12:29 p.m.

Arizona Cardinals coach Bruce Arians talked up Carson Palmer's ability to sling the ball deep, calling his new quarterback "as good a deep-ball thrower as I've ever seen." Read
Pats visit Newtown youth

Published: May 19, 2013 at 11:05 a.m.

About 30 current and former New England Patriots players -- including Rob Gronkowski -- coaches and cheerleaders held a football clinic in Newtown, Conn., a city still reeling from tragedy. Read
Garrard struggled with deep ball?

Published: May 19, 2013 at 09:52 a.m.

David Garrard cited his troublesome left knee as a reason for retiring from the New York Jets. A report Sunday gave us a better visual of how his recurring injury affected his play. Read