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Jones, Cowboys defender have heated debate

Published: Dec. 9, 2012 at 07:32 p.m.

On the day the Dallas Cowboys won their biggest game of 2012, information surfaced about an incident that reportedly occurred last week between owner Jerry Jones and nose tackle Jay Ratliff. Read

Mario Williams sent ex-fiancée disturbing texts, lawyer alleges

Published: May 17, 2013 at 08:47 p.m.

Mario Williams filed a lawsuit against his ex-fiancee to recover a $785,000 engagement ring. But her lawyer claims the Buffalo Bills defensive end was the one who broke it off and peppered his client with texts. Read
Guest list: Te'o+0

Published: May 17, 2013 at 08:08 p.m.

Maxim poked fun at Manti Te'o by naming Lennay Kekua to its annual "Hot 100" list. The San Diego Chargers rookie took the jab in stride, appearing at a party honoring the fake girlfriend. Read
The need for speed in Dallas

Published: May 17, 2013 at 07:33 p.m.

Bruce Carter is one of the NFL's fastest linebackers. But can he fill the critical Derrick Brooks-style role in Dallas Cowboys coordinator Monte Kiffin's Tampa 2 defense? Read
NFL to talk Pro Bowl changes next week

Published: May 17, 2013 at 05:51 p.m.

A draft? Captains picking teams? Those might be on the table at the NFL Spring Meeting in Boston as ways to reinvigorate the Pro Bowl, Albert Breer reported. Read
Father knows best: RG3's dad says QB is 'doing extremely well'

Published: May 17, 2013 at 04:45 p.m.

Washington Redskins QB Robert Griffin III set a goal to play in the season opener against the Philadelphia Eagles, and his father -- RG2 -- believes his son is making steady progress. Read
New Bills GM Whaley: I played integral part in drafting EJ Manuel

Published: May 17, 2013 at 04:35 p.m.

It appears former boss Buddy Nix wasn't in the driver's seat when the Buffalo Bills drafted quarterback EJ Manuel. Find out what new general manager Doug Whaley revealed on "NFL Total Access." Read
Seahawks' Irvin suspended four games for PED policy violation

Published: May 17, 2013 at 04:33 p.m.

Bruce Irvin has been suspended without pay for the first four games of the 2013 season, the Seattle Seahawks said Friday, after the linebacker violated the NFL's performance-enhancing substances policy. Read
Gronkowski might require surgery for chronic back pain

Published: May 17, 2013 at 04:07 p.m.

Rob Gronkowski recently received good news on the state of his surgically repaired forearm, but the New England Patriots tight end now is battling chronic back pain that could derail his progress. Read
Burress: Sanchez will turn corner, 'become a good' QB for Jets

Published: May 17, 2013 at 03:04 p.m.

Mark Sanchez recently was ripped by one wideout, but another came to his defense: Former teammate Plaxico Burress, who had nothing but praise for the New York Jets quarterback. Read
Report: Campbell bests Weeden in OTAs

Published: May 17, 2013 at 01:34 p.m.

The quarterback battle in Cleveland is far from the NFL's sexiest signal-caller derby, but Brandon Weeden might want to keep an eye on a reportedly pumped-up Jason Campbell. Read
49ers WR Jenkins will 'surprise a lot of people,' Lockette says

Published: May 17, 2013 at 01:04 p.m.

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver A.J. Jenkins suffered a disastrous rookie campaign, but one hopeful teammate says Jenkins will make Niner nation proud this season. Read
Mike Smith: Super Bowl miss in Falcons' past

Published: May 17, 2013 at 01:02 p.m.

The Atlanta Falcons might have come up 10 yards shy of a Super Bowl appearance last season, but head coach Mike Smith won't allow his team to look back and wonder what could have been. Read
The Wright diet

Published: May 17, 2013 at 12:33 p.m.

Kendall Wright's biggest indulgence had been junk food, but the Tennessee Titans wide receiver changed his bad eating habits this offseason. He enters organized team activities 14 pounds lighter. Read
Stallworth OK'd to return to football

Published: May 17, 2013 at 11:56 a.m.

NFL.com's Ian Rapoport reported that veteran wide receiver Donte' Stallworth has been cleared to resume football activities on the heels of his March hot-air balloon accident. Read
ATL writers weigh in on NFL QBs debate

Published: May 17, 2013 at 11:13 a.m.

Around The League's Marc Sessler unveiled Friday his list of the top QBs in the NFL. The ATL guys weigh in on what Sessler got right and wrong, including Ben Roethlisberger's ranking. Read
Who's the best?

Published: May 17, 2013 at 11:02 a.m.

Is Tom Brady the best around, or has another signal-caller stolen the crown? Marc Sessler takes on the task of trying to rank the top quarterbacks in football. Read
Cowboys' Smith believes family stole $1M via financial advisor

Published: May 17, 2013 at 10:19 a.m.

Dallas Cowboys offensive tackle Tyron Smith was forced to take legal action against his siblings, mother and stepfather after being harassed for money. Smith recently told his harrowing story. Read
Seven takeaways from Rookie Premiere

Published: May 17, 2013 at 10:09 a.m.

Life is just about perfect for NFL rookies right now. Optimism is overflowing; smiles and good cheer are seemingly ever-present. Dan Hanzus saw for himself while attending a rookie event in L.A. Read
Vick 'noticeably bigger,' enthused about Kelly's Eagles offense

Published: May 17, 2013 at 09:35 a.m.

It once looked like Michael Vick's career as a Philadelphia Eagle was over. Now he has received a new lease on his NFL career from Chip Kelly, and Vick seems to know it. Read
Manning signs off on minor contract alterations with Broncos

Published: May 17, 2013 at 08:42 a.m.

Peyton Manning made a minor change in his contract, but it didn't involve a pay cut or an extension. The Denver Broncos quarterback's subtle transaction caught some attention. Read
Bush says Lions' offense compares to what he ran with Saints

Published: May 17, 2013 at 08:25 a.m.

Running back Reggie Bush says he is comfortable with the Detroit Lions' schemes because it reminds him of his first NFL offense. Read
Giants' Curry says he can be 'impact linebacker'

Published: May 17, 2013 at 06:47 a.m.

Newly signed Aaron Curry believes he can rejuvenate his career with the New York Giants. Big Blue can use the help, too, having parted with Chase Blackburn and Michael Boley this offseason. Read
Cribbs: My knee's fine

Published: May 17, 2013 at 05:51 a.m.

Josh Cribbs signed with the Oakland Raiders after having his knee questioned by New York Jets general manager John Idzik, but the veteran calls those comments a "negotiation tactic." Read
Arians: Big Ben should be over Luck

Published: May 16, 2013 at 10:22 p.m.

Bruce Arians has seen the best of Ben Roethlisberger and Andrew Luck, both of whom he coached. Luck (presumably) will rank ahead of Big Ben in the "Top 100" countdown. Arians believes that's wrong. Read
Geno Smith doesn't back off his Jets-in-playoffs boast

Published: May 16, 2013 at 09:14 p.m.

Geno Smith has faced a harsh spotlight since being drafted by the N.Y. Jets, but he says the criticism hasn't bothered him. He told ATL on Thursday he has focused on preparing for his rookie season. Read