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Big Ben: Steelers have 'no issues'

Published: March 1, 2013 at 06:17 a.m.

A lot has been made about the Pittsburgh Steelers' locker room this offseason. After restructuring his contract to help the team, Ben Roethlisberger set out to put the leadership question to bed. Read

Chargers keep Te'o from media: 'We want him talking football'

Published: May 20, 2013 at 11:04 p.m.

The Chargers announced Monday that they will not make Manti Te'o available to the press until June. The team's chief PR man said the team did so to avoid any talk about the "Catfish" scandal. Read
Bears OL Carimi out to prove he's not a bust

Published: May 20, 2013 at 10:30 p.m.

Gabe Carimi might not be working out with Chicago Bears teammates, but the former first-round pick is working in Arizona with the goal of becoming known as more than just a first-round bust. Read
Vick: Kelly taught me how hold a football

Published: May 20, 2013 at 09:38 p.m.

If Chip Kelly is Football Jesus in Philly, then behold his latest miracle. Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick recently said it was Kelly who taught him an NFL fundamental: tuck the football. Read
NFL teams reportedly moving toward digital medical reports

Published: May 20, 2013 at 08:22 p.m.

NFL teams reportedly have a new tool for knowing how many injuries a player they are interested in has suffered. Think of it as a database of player pain. But not everyone is excited about it. Read
Keenan Allen's fashion faux pas

Published: May 20, 2013 at 07:20 p.m.

Keenan Allen now is a San Diego Charger. That means it's time to put the Oakland Raiders merchandise in storage. Allen didn't, and he quickly learned that doesn't fly with Chargers fans. Read
NFL community reacts to Oklahoma tornado

Published: May 20, 2013 at 06:38 p.m.

NFL players, including native Oklahomans Wes Welker and Gerald McCoy, and other league luminaries took to Twitter on Monday after a deadly storm hit the Oklahoma City suburb of Moore. Read
'Skins GM: 'Too early to tell' if RG3 will be good for training camp

Published: May 20, 2013 at 06:11 p.m.

Bruce Allen wants to see Robert Griffin III back on the field as much as anyone, but the Washington Redskins GM isn't making any predictions about the QB's return to the field. Read
Gronk has forearm surgery; doctors say infection gone

Published: May 20, 2013 at 05:50 p.m.

Will Rob Gronkowski be ready for New England Patriots training camp? News of Monday's successful forearm surgery is a positive step for the star tight end. Read
Top 10 quarterbacks 25 or under: Josh Freeman

Published: May 20, 2013 at 05:48 p.m.

Josh Freeman has a lot to prove to Tampa Bay Buccaneers coach Greg Schiano. But after watching tape, Gregg Rosenthal placed Freeman on his list of top 10 quarterbacks 25 or under. Read
Revis: Injury hasn't eroded my skills

Published: May 20, 2013 at 04:10 p.m.

Darrelle Revis said he believes he'll be the same player as before when he returns from surgery. But even a less-than-perfect Revis might be enough to help the Tampa Bay Buccaneers compete. Read
Second-round pick Woods signs four-year contract with Bills

Published: May 20, 2013 at 04:07 p.m.

Second-round pick Robert Woods signed a four-year contract with the Buffalo Bills on Monday, the team announced. The rookie wide receiver will give the team a dynamic pass catcher. Read
Seahawks sign second-round draft pick Michael to four-year deal

Published: May 20, 2013 at 03:59 p.m.

The Seattle Seahawks have signed second-round pick Christine Michael to a four-year contract. The rookie running back is expected to challenge for snaps behind Marshawn Lynch. Read
Goodson reappears, while Woody looks for justice

Published: May 20, 2013 at 03:02 p.m.

How will the New York Jets handle Mike Goodson after his arrest? The RB reportedly appeared at OTAs, while owner Woody Johnson said the team is for "truth, justice and the American way." Read
League, union working toward having 2014 draft in 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 first potential domino to fall? The month when the league will hold the 2014 NFL Draft. Read
Waiting for Te'o

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
'Hawks GM: Irvin 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 Monday that what happened would be addressed. Read
Williams denies he was suicidal, says Bills prescribed painkillers

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

After reports that Mario Williams allegedly sent his ex-fiancée texts about popping painkillers and possible "suicidal thoughts," the Buffalo Bills pass rusher said he got 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. Mike Glennon will have to wait his turn. 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 San Francisco roots. 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 broke Rice's NFL mark with broken fingers

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

In addition to facing regular double teams, Calvin Johnson battled through injury in 2012. The Detroit Lions receiver confirms he had three broken fingers during his record-breaking season. Read
Chad Johnson out on bail after allegedly violating his probation

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 signing Desmond Bishop in 2012 to a four-year, $19 million contract extension, the Packers were looking to trade the injured linebacker during the draft. Now healthy, Bishop has 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